Ning Baizura (born Ning Baizura binti Sheikh Hamzah on 28 June 1975 in Kaja… Read Full Bio ↴Ning Baizura (born Ning Baizura binti Sheikh Hamzah on 28 June 1975 in Kajang, Malaysia), also known as Ning, is a Malaysian pop and R&B singer who records and sings in several different languages, including Bahasa Malaysia and English. She was born in Kajang, Malaysia from Arab Malay and Javanese parents.

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***

Warna
Ning Baizura Lyrics

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Lihatlah alam ini
Berseri warna warni
Beburung berkicauan
Di awangan

Kau hadir di sisi
Membawa erti
Pabila kita berdua bahagia

Cinta kita ini
Akan bersemi
Setiap detik ku nanti
Bilakah berjumpa lagi
Oh kasih

Pap pap

Lihatlah dunia ini
Disinari mentari
Memberi cahaya baru
Untuk hidupku

Kau hadir di sisi
Membawa erti
Pabila kita berdua bahagia

Cinta kita ini
Tiada misteri
Terasa bagaikan mimpi
Perasaan ku alami
Oh kasih

Rasa bahagia
Menyelubungi di jiwa

Berwarna warni
Perasaanku di hati oh
Cintamu ini
Bagai pelangi yang suci
Kekal dan abadi

Lihatlah dunia ini
Disinari mentari
Memberi cahaya baru
Untuk hidupku

Kau hadir di sisi
Membawa erti
Pabila kita berdua bahagia

Cinta kita ini
Tiada misteri
Terasa bagaikan mimpi
Perasaan ku alami
Oh kasih

Rasa bahagia
Menyelubungi di jiwa
Berwarna warni
Perasaanku di hati oh
Cintamu ini
Bagai pelangi yang suci
Kekal dan abadi

Rasa bahagia
Menyelubungi di jiwa
Berwarna warni
Perasaanku di hati oh
Cintamu ini
Bagai pelangi yang suci
Kekal dan abadi

Pa rap pap rara oh

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Ning Baizura's song "Warna" conveys the beauty and positivity of the world around us, emphasizing the various colors and sounds that make life so special. The song opens with an ode to the natural world, with birds chirping joyfully in the sky and colors everywhere in sight. The singer then shifts focus to the presence of their loved one, who brings meaning and happiness to their life. The chorus repeats this sentiment, with the promise that their love will continue to blossom and that they will always feel the joy of being together. The bridge section reinforces the idea that their love is like a sacred, eternal rainbow that fills their hearts with happiness and color.

The overall themes of the song are happiness, beauty, and love. The lyrics are very positive and uplifting, and convey a sense of appreciation and gratitude for life's many wonders. The verses describe a world that is full of vibrant colors and melodic sounds, while the chorus highlights the importance of a strong and loving relationship. The bridge ties everything together by suggesting that their love is a symbol of hope and perseverance, an everlasting source of joy and brightness. The repetition of certain phrases like "berwarna warni" (colorful) and "cinta kita ini" (our love) helps to reinforce these ideas and create a sense of unity and coherence throughout the song.

Line by Line Meaning

Lihatlah alam ini
Look at this world

Berseri warna warni
Full of colorful wonders

Beburung berkicauan
Birds chirping

Di awangan
In the sky

Kau hadir di sisi
You are by my side

Membawa erti
Bringing meaning

Pabila kita berdua bahagia
When we are both happy

Cinta kita ini
This love of ours

Akan bersemi
Will flourish

Setiap detik ku nanti
Every second I wait

Bilakah berjumpa lagi
When will we meet again