Blending Malay and English lyrics, Shahera Sam delivers a heartfelt single “Kenapa (Why)” that explores life’s questions through the sounds of Southeast Asia.
Shahera Sam from Kuala Lumpur turns personal questions into musical poems in her first song, “Kenapa (Why)“.
The song is a big step forward for the up-and-coming Malaysian artist. She wrote the reflective words when she was 17 years old, with only a ukulele to help her.
Shahera is known for her beautiful singing and thoughtful songwriting. In this touching track, she uses both Malay and English words to talk about life and relationships in a way that is accessible to everyone.
Shahera began her musical path when she was young. She gets ideas from artists like Yuna and Clairo, which gives her music a unique mix of feelings and sounds.
Sam Baisch (of Rikas) and Sascha Scherer produced “Kenapa (Why)” in Stuttgart. It shows how good Sam is at making emotionally powerful pop music that works across language obstacles.
The music skilfully blends traditional Southeast Asian sounds with modern indie-pop sounds, and Sam’s singing move smoothly between Malay and English, or “Manglish” as the locals call it.
Shahera’s voice is both sweet and strong, making people compare it to pop stars like Taylor Swift and Billie Eilish. The Malay lyrics “Mengapa Harus Begini?” (“Why Should It Be Like This?”) in the song’s bridge add to its emotional depth.
Her artistic tastes range from Boy Pablo to Beabadoobee, which makes her sound both familiar and new. Sam got her start with small open mic nights in her hometown in Malaysia. She has slowly gained fans by connecting with them in a real way.
“Kenapa (Why)” is both an emotional and artistic turning point for her, proving that she has a bright voice in modern pop.
The song is strong because it honestly looks at self-discovery and is produced in a way that respects both current pop norms and cultural history.
It’s nice to hear an artist use their original language while also pushing the limits of music. This shows that Sam isn’t just following trends; she’s making her own way.
“Kenapa (Why)” is a huge hit because Shahera Sam can combine strong feelings with great music.
Keep an eye on this skilled artist as she continues to captivate audiences around the world as she gets ready to release her first EP, “Back to Square One,” later this year.
