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***
Dekat Padamu
Ning Baizura Lyrics
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Teguh hati kerana kasih setiamu
Tiada akan aku mungkin
Walau pada zahir
Walau dalam batin
Kerana kasih dan sumpah
Segalanya tidak mungkin berubah
Berjanjilah kepadaku
Aku turut segala keinginanmu
Aku sering menyebut-nyebut namamu
Aku cuba pertahankan seribu dugaan
Dengan ketenangan
Dan mengertilah kekasih
Cintamu melekat dalam hatiku
Tiada yang lain lagi di hati
Engkau satu selamanya
Kau terangilah hatiku
Berikanlah kepadaku petunjuk
Semoga kita terus bersama
Menikmati cinta ini
The opening line of Ning Baizura's song Dekat Padamu, "Aku ingin dekat selalu padamu," translates to “I want to always be close to you.” This sentiment is expressed throughout the song, as the singer pledges her love and devotion to her partner. She vows to remain steadfast in her commitment, no matter what challenges they may face. This is illustrated in the line, “Kerana kasih dan sumpah, segalanya tidak mungkin berubah,” which means “Because of love and vows, everything will never change.” She implores her partner to trust her and promises to fulfill their desires, even in the face of adversity.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the depth of the singer’s love and how it is intertwined with her soul. She tells her partner that there is no one else in her heart and pledges to stand by them always. The lyrics “Dan mengertilah kekasih, cintamu melekat dalam hatiku, tiada yang lain lagi di hati, engkau satu selamanya” mean “And understand, my love, your love is attached to my heart, there is no one else in my heart, you are the only one forever.”
Overall, the song Dekat Padamu is an ode to true love and the depth of one’s commitment to a partner. It emphasizes the importance of trust, devotion, and standing by one’s partner through thick and thin.
Line by Line Meaning
Aku ingin dekat selalu padamu
I want to be close to you always
Teguh hati kerana kasih setiamu
I am steadfast and strong because of your unwavering love
Tiada akan aku mungkin
I will not be possible
Walau pada zahir
Even if it appears to be so
Walau dalam batin
Or in my heart
Kerana kasih dan sumpah
Because of love and promises
Segalanya tidak mungkin berubah
Everything is impossible to change
Tak usah engkau ragukan lagi
Do not doubt anymore
Berjanjilah kepadaku
Promise me
Aku turut segala keinginanmu
I follow all your wishes
Aku sering menyebut-nyebut namamu
I often mention your name
Aku cuba pertahankan seribu dugaan
I try to withstand a thousand trials
Dengan ketenangan
With calmness
Dan mengertilah kekasih
And understand this, my love
Cintamu melekat dalam hatiku
Your love is ingrained in my heart
Tiada yang lain lagi di hati
There is no one else in my heart
Engkau satu selamanya
You are the only one forever
Kau terangilah hatiku
You light up my heart
Berikanlah kepadaku petunjuk
Give me guidance
Semoga kita terus bersama
May we continue to be together
Menikmati cinta ini
Enjoying this love
Writer(s): Jari
Contributed by Stella C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@NikwanMak
Lagu ni saya rasa tahun 1993 hampir bulan. 11 .9 .1993
@MrSabihamien
Album ni semua lagunya mncengkam..
@etaritamaularohani.eta.1263
Kerna kasih dn Sumpah Segalanya tidak Mungkin Merubah...
Sebahagian senikata lagu Ning.
@muhammadharahap2847
Haha syok pula dgr lagu ni
@brightstarlavandula3028
Muhammad Harahap ... Lagu ni kena dgr lbh 2x baru terasa ganjanya... Semoga terhibor...
@etaritamaularohani.eta.1263
Dekat Pada Mum
@etaritamaularohani.eta.1263
Aku Ingin Dekat pdmu
Teguh hati kerna kasih Setiamu.