Childhood
Ning started singing professionally at the age of six by recording radio and television jingles and began formal studies in voice at the age of nine under the renowned Indonesian opera linguist and soprano Siti Chairani for five years. In that time, she also sang with the National Choir at the Akademi Seni Kebangsaan, and was offered a full scholarship in music at the prestigious Vienna Conservatoire, which she turned down). At the age of 16, Ning had won the 'Best Artiste Development' award at the prestigious Voice of Asia Competition.
Career
Ning crossed over into the commercial scene in 1992 and became a recording artiste under various international labels (Sony, BMG, AMS Records Japan, and currently Warner Music Group), where she recorded within the genres of pop and R&B. Her discography includes nine full studio albums (two of which are full English albums), as well as numerous compilations. Ning has also won various industry awards and prizes, and has performed in the UK, Italy, France, China, Indonesia, Korea, Japan, Singapore, Hong Kong, Pakistan and Monte Carlo, Monaco.
Ning is best known for her live stage performances, an extensive repertoire and her versatility especially in cross-over projects. She is also an actor and has taken roles in a musical, seven major films, a short film and several tele-movies. Most significant is her critically acclaimed performance in the short film 'Malaikat Di Jendela' (Angel by My Window), directed by Osman Ali. The short film had participated in several film festivals in Cannes, Rotterdam and Singapore. Beside singing and acting, Ning is also a violinist and played 1st violin in the National Youth Orchestra in her teens.
In 2006, Ning set up her own recording company, 'Artiste United Records (AUR)'. Her stable of artistes are her proteges, Nicolette Palikat or 'Nikki' from Malaysian Idol Season 1) and Siti Surianie Julkarim (Yanie) (from Mentor Season 1). Ning is currently in the midst of recording both her latest English and Malay studio albums.
Commercial Endorsements
She has been the brand ambassador for TIME.com, IMEDEEN, F1 Malaysia, The Singapore Tourism Board, Curlers & Trimmers, Yuzari Batik, and has had strong brand associations with Christian DIOR couture, Christian DIOR parfums, the Carat Club and REDKEN in the past. NING is currently the brand ambassador for SSANGYONG and was recently appointed the Judo Ambassador by the Judo Association of Selangor to create awareness of self-defence for women.
Personal Life
Ning was engaged to Omar Shariff Christopher Layton Dalton on 19 July 2007. Omar Shariff (His name after converting to Islam on 7th July 2007) from Nottingham, United Kingdom is a regional Consulting Director for Landmark Graphics for Asia Pacific Region. The couple has said they plan to marry by January 2008.
Controversies
In 1996, Ning's first professional manager created a stir when it was alleged that he had cheated her out of significant revenue.
In 1998, Ning performed in Singapore wearing a "tank top". Criticism in the Malaysian media was swift as her choice of clothing was deemed "inappropriate" for a Muslim woman.
In the July 2000 issue of the Malaysian version of FHM (For Him Magazine), Ning gave a tell-all interview where she mentioned, among other things, that she prefers G-string underwear, she likes sex in the morning, and that her personal fantasy was to sleep with five guys at the same time. Initially, this English-language interview was little noticed by the general Malaysian society. But within a few weeks, a translation of the interview appeared in a popular and widely-read Malay-language daily newspaper. Public outrage in predominantly Muslim Malaysia was immediate and widespread and Ning was subsequently ordered to appear at the Malaysia Ministry of Information. FHM magazine was subject to increased scrutiny by Malaysian authorities.
Useful website links:
http://www.myspace.com/ningbaizura
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ning_Baizura
***note: previous version contained links to her manager's blog, seeing it was inappropriate to be placed here, therefore was removed from this version***
Asmara
Ning Baizura Lyrics
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Asmaramu
Asmara
Hey
Uh ha
Asmaramu
Oh indahnya
Tak dapat kubayangkan
Betapa indahnya
Perasaan kasih dan sayangmu
Yang harum subur di mindaku bukan lagi
Impianku tapi kenyataan yeah
Kini ku mengerti perasaan
Yang hadir pasti kan abadi (yang hadir pasti kan abadi)
Ku ingin selalu di sisimu
Kerna kasih dan sayang tak bisa dipisahkan
Dikaukah cintaku
Asmaramu
Bak pelangi
Oh indahnya
Mimpimu seakan nyata
Asmaramu
Menjadi satu
Seolahnya
Dunia milik kita
Kaulah segalanya
Tersimpan rahsia
Yang pernah kau lafazkan padaku
Menjadi permata dijariku
Berkerdipan
Persisnya bintang di langit biru
Bila ku mengerti perasaan
Yang hadir pastikan abadi (yang hadir pastikan abadi)
Ku ingin slalu di sisimu
Karna kasih dan sayang tak bisa di pisahkan
Engkaulah cintaku
Asmaramu
Bak pelangi
Oh indahnya
Mimpimu seakan nyata
Asmaramu
Menjadi satu
Seolahnya
Dunia milik kita
Asmaramu
Bak pelangi
Oh indahnya
Mimpimu seakan nyata
Asmaramu
Menjadi satu
Seolahnya
Dunia milik kita
Antara rindu dan kemelut cinta
Seakan terpenjara
Hangatnya kasih
Di taman nirwana
Terjalinlah mesra
Kita berdua
Asmaramu
Bak pelangi
Oh indahnya
Mimpimu seakan nyata
Asmaramu
Menjadi satu
Seolahnya
Dunia milik kita
Asmaramu
Bak pelangi
Oh indahnya
Mimpimu seakan nyata
Asmaramu
Menjadi satu
Seolahnya
Dunia milik kita
Asmaramu
Bak pelangi
Oh indahnya
Mimpimu seakan nyata
The song "Asmara" by Ning Baizura is a love song that speaks about the beauty of love and the special bond between two people who love each other unconditionally. The lyrics describe the intense feelings of love and affection that one person has towards their beloved, emphasizing that it is a love that cannot be separated. The song speaks of a love that is as beautiful as a rainbow, an image that symbolizes hope, joy, and positive energy.
The first few lines of the song highlight the beauty of the beloved's love, and how it brings joy and happiness to the singer's life. This love is so profound that it is no longer a dream but a reality, and the singer is grateful to experience it. The lyrics go on to describe the singer's desire to be with their beloved always, as their love and affection are inseparable.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the strength of this love, representing the world they live in as belonging to the two lovers, where everything is perfect and beautiful. The lyrics bring out the intensity of this love with repeated lines of "Asmaramu" that signify the powerful bond between the couple. This love is so profound that it is capable of overcoming any obstacle that may come their way.
Overall, "Asmara" is a beautiful love song that speaks about the power of love and the special bond between two people who love each other deeply. The lyrics contain imagery that symbolizes the beauty of love, making the song a perfect choice for couples in love.
Line by Line Meaning
Asmara
Love
Asmaramu
Your love
Asmara
Love
Hey
Hey
Uh ha
Uh ha
Asmaramu bak pelangi
Your love is like a rainbow
Oh indahnya
Oh how beautiful
Tak dapat kubayangkan
I can't imagine
Betapa indahnya
How beautiful it is
Perasaan kasih dan sayangmu
The feeling of your love and affection
Yang harum subur di mindaku bukan lagi
That once lived only in my mind and is now a reality
Impianku tapi kenyataan yeah
My dream but now a reality, yeah
Kini ku mengerti perasaan
Now I understand the feeling
Yang hadir pasti kan abadi (yang hadir pasti kan abadi)
That will surely remain forever (that will surely remain forever)
Ku ingin selalu di sisimu
I want to always be by your side
Kerna kasih dan sayang tak bisa dipisahkan
Because love and affection cannot be separated
Dikaukah cintaku
Are you my love
Mimpimu seakan nyata
Your dreams seem real
Menjadi satu
Becoming one
Seolahnya
As if
Dunia milik kita
The world belongs to us
Kaulah segalanya
You are everything
Tersimpan rahsia
A secret is kept
Yang pernah kau lafazkan padaku
That you once said to me
Menjadi permata dijariku
Became a treasure in my heart
Berkerdipan, Persisnya bintang di langit biru
Sparkling, just like stars in the blue sky
Bila ku mengerti perasaan
When I understand the feeling
Karna kasih dan sayang tak bisa di pisahkan
Because love and affection cannot be separated
Engkaulah cintaku
You are my love
Antara rindu dan kemelut cinta
Between longing and the chaos of love
Seakan terpenjara
As if trapped
Hangatnya kasih
The warmth of love
Di taman nirwana
In the garden of paradise
Terjalinlah mesra
Intimacy is woven
Kita berdua
The two of us
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: AZAM DUNGUN, MARK J FEIST
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@tiaramanja
One of my favourite songs.balik keje mesti dgr dulu2
@IkanGelamaKuning
Zaman student itm dulu. Ade satu bilik hostel tu pondan kumpul ramai2 pasang lagu ni. Entah hape buat dlm bilik tu. Fashion show kot.
@samrahmentari659
dorang joget2 n pkai bulu2 melilit leher macam babak rusdi ramli menari dlm muvi waris jari hantu😂
@josepselvam483
Terhibur aku dgr kaka ning baizura
@rimbaan83
Lagu ciptaan AZLAN ABU HASSAN mmg tak mengecewakan.. terbaik
@mrbecker7628
sesuai jadi muzik penutup sitcom fresh prince of bell air
@nicholasjustin2191
Mengamit kenangan tahun 90an ketika di tahun akhir pelatih kolej kesihatan
@ogyogy6504
Lagu 1996..
@firdausazaman2253
rancak la lagu ni,asmara terrr....
@tiaramanja
Like this song since 1995