Malaysian National Anthem “Negaraku”

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The national anthem of Malaysia is called “Negaraku”, which means “My Country” in Malay.

History and Background of “Negaraku”

  • Creation Year: 1957
  • Initiator: Tunku Abdul Rahman Putra Al-Haj Ibni Almarhum Sultan Abdul Hamid Halim Shah (former Prime Minister of Malaysia)

Musical Origin:

  • Melody Based On:
    The state anthem of Perak, which itself was derived from the song “Terang Bulan”.
  • “Terang Bulan”: A song favored by Sultan Abdullah of Perak during his exile in the Seychelles.

Purpose and Meaning:

  • Created in preparation for Malaya’s Independence Day (31 August 1957)
  • Symbolizes loyalty, unity, patriotism, and love for the homeland

Anthem Selection Process:

  • Initial Attempt:
    A national contest was held in February 1957, but the final four shortlisted entries were rejected by the Special Committee of the National Anthem Selection (JKPLK).
  • Final Selection:
    Tunku Abdul Rahman proposed using the Perak state anthem as the national anthem’s base. This was agreed upon by JKPLK members.

Music Arrangement By:

  • Alfonso Soliano (Radio Orchestra of Malaya)
  • D.S.P. Croff (Royal Police Band)
  • Captain Lenthall (Malay Military Band, Port Dickson)
  • A.T. Reed (Radio Malaya)

Lyrics Composition:

  • Written by a Special Committee led by Tunku Abdul Rahman, with approval from the Malay Sultans.

First Official Performance:

  • Date: Midnight, 31 August 1957
  • Location: Selangor Club field
  • Event: Lowering of the Union Jack and raising of the Malay Peninsula flag, marking independence
  • Accompanied by the first official playing of “Negaraku”
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Here are the official lyrics of Malaysia’s national anthem, “Negaraku”, in Malay and its English translation:

Malay (Official Language Version)

Negaraku
Negaraku
Tanah tumpahnya darahku,
Rakyat hidup
Bersatu dan maju,
Rahmat bahagia
Tuhan kurniakan,
Raja kita
Selamat bertakhta,
Rahmat bahagia
Tuhan kurniakan,
Raja kita
Selamat bertakhta.

English Translation (Unofficial)

My Country
My country,
The land where my blood has spilled,
The people live
United and progressive,
May God bestow
Blessings and happiness,
May our King
Reign in peace,
May God bestow
Blessings and happiness,
May our King
Reign in peace.

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