I worked hard for 'Gelanggang Rasa' - Auddra
Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- 17-year-old singer Auddra Zulkifli has released her debut single, "Gelanggang Rasa," fulfilling a long-held dream.
- Auddra chose the energetic song, created by Mingaling, Micu Ellis, and Aril Armani, because it reflects her "hyper" and fun-loving personality.
- She received guidance from her adoptive mother, Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza, on vocal techniques, stamina, and overall well-being.
Seventeen-year-old emerging singer Auddra Zulkifli has realized her lifelong ambition with the launch of her debut single, "Gelanggang Rasa." The young artist expressed her profound joy and gratitude, describing the release as the culmination of her hard work and dedication.
I am very touched; it feels like I've realized a dream. I've always dreamed of releasing a song. Suddenly, it's a reality. Alhamdulillah.
"I am very touched; it feels like I've realized a dream. I've always dreamed of releasing a song. Suddenly, it's a reality. Alhamdulillah," Auddra shared during a press conference. She added, "I am proud, and I know my family is proud of me. They know I worked hard for this song. Insya-Allah, I will do my best."
I am proud, and I know my family is proud of me. They know I worked hard for this song. Insya-Allah, I will do my best.
Auddra was drawn to "Gelanggang Rasa," crafted by Mingaling, Micu Ellis, and Aril Armani, for its vibrant energy, which she feels perfectly encapsulates her own personality. "After listening to this song many times, I thought it would be great if it became my first song. So, out of many songs I received, I chose this one because it's energetic," she explained. She described herself as someone who enjoys having fun and joking, stating, "Gelanggang Rasa represents me. This is my soul, the song I chose to introduce myself to the public."
After listening to this song many times, I thought it would be great if it became my first song. So, out of many songs I received, I chose this one because it's energetic.
Despite initial challenges with the melody during recording, Auddra overcame them through repeated listening and adjustments to the song's key to better suit her vocal range. She also revealed that she has received invaluable guidance from her adoptive mother and legendary singer, Datuk Seri Siti Nurhaliza. "Siti wasn't present during the recording, but she still guided me. Of course, I follow her advice, especially since she knows the ins and outs of the singing world and is a legendary singer," Auddra said. Siti Nurhaliza's advice focused on vocal techniques, breathing, maintaining stamina, and overall health.
Gelanggang Rasa represents me. This is my soul, the song I chose to introduce myself to the public.
Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.