PETALING JAYA, Aug 24 — Malaysian singer-songwriter Poovaa has released a powerful cover of the late Sudirman’s patriotic single Warisan in conjunction with Merdeka and Malaysia Day.

Poovaa, who is currently a contestant on AXN’s reality talent show Asian Dream, chose to give a contemporary twist to Warisan to introduce the song to a new generation of music lovers.

“During discussions on the production of my upcoming single Karya and its music video, we thought it would be fun to release a version of Warisan for Merdeka and Malaysia Day.

“We all think it’s a great song and wanted to produce our version to introduce it to the new generation of Malaysian music fans.

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“The lyrics speak closely to my heart especially during this period of uncertainties when the love for our country is at its most crucial,” said Poovaa in a press release.

Poovaa, 39, added that the whirlwind project, including the recording of the song and filming of its music video, was completed in a day and involved music producer Rozhan Razman of RiroMuzikXPlayspace Studio, music video producer Gbam of CST Productions, and pianist Sharon Chong.

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Set against a moody dark background, the music video allows Poovaa’s vocals shine as she belts out the cover while dressed in a striking red kebaya.

Poovaa has been in the spotlight recently as the Malaysian contestant on AXN’s Asian Dream, a talent competition featuring up-and-coming musicians across Asia competing for a chance to sing alongside soft rock legend Michael Bolton on his next Asian tour.