{
  "id": 4061299,
  "title": "Middle Eastern singer’s musical tribute to Malaysia",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/middle-eastern-singers-musical-tribute-to-malaysia-4061299",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-28T23:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/leisure/2026/08/29/middle-eastern-singers-musical-tribute-to-malaysia"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Middle Eastern singer Naseem Sultan, originally from Dubai, has released a new song to celebrate Malaysia Day and Merdeka. Sultan, who has lived in Malaysia for about 12 years, describes the country as his new home and the source of many great experiences. The single, \"Aku Cinta Malaysia,\" is a collaboration with local singer Yasin Sulaiman and blends Middle Eastern and Malaysian influences. Sung in both Malay and Arabic, the track is intended to pay tribute to the country and its people. Sultan, 31, expressed his gratitude for the warmth and hospitality he has received in Malaysia and hopes the song will bridge cultural gaps between the Middle East and Malaysia. The music video highlights Malaysian landmarks and features local celebrities and influencers. In the future, Sultan plans to release more music as part of his upcoming album, including a catchy, fun song titled \"Money Money Yalla.\"",
  "summary": "Naseem Sultan teams up with local performer Yasin Sulaiman on ‘Aku Cinta Malaysia’, a song in honour of the country’s people and culture.",
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Middle Eastern singer’s musical tribute to Malaysia",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/28/middle-eastern-singers-musical-tribute-to-malaysia",
        "published": "2026-08-28T23:00:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}