#SHOWBIZ: Sheila Majid: 'No need for me to comment on Sinaran issue'
The song, composed by the late Johan Nawawi, was brought into question by his widow, Datuk Nora Ariffin.
Sheila, 60, whose full name is Shaheila Abdul Majid, clarified that the matter doesn't involve her personally, as it pertains to the publishing company.
"I don't think it's necessary for me to comment or prolong the issue, especially since it has already been resolved," she told reporters last night after the launch of her new single, 'Moving On'.
"Moreover, the previous statement wasn't directed at me, but rather at the publisher," she added.
Sheila further stated that she was aware the royalty claims weren't aimed at her, and therefore felt no need to respond.
"In fact, any misunderstandings between the parties involved have already been resolved amicably. There's no need to blow things out of proportion.
"When the article (Nora's claim) was published, I already knew it wasn't directed at me. So, I had no reason to feel triggered or implicated," she said.
Recently, Nora publicly urged that royalties for over 200 of the late Johan's works be addressed fairly and respectfully by all relevant parties.
'Sinaran', performed by Sheila, remains one of the most iconic songs in Malaysian music.
It was composed by the late Datuk Adnan Abu Hassan with lyrics by Johan.
Meanwhile, her new disco-inspired single, 'Moving On', is set to be released on all digital platforms starting tomorrow.
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