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New Straits Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: Yonnyboii's dream realised with Malique
KUALA Lumpur's music scene is buzzing and at its heart is Yonnyboii, the soulful composer and singer who has just unveiled what he calls the pinnacle of his career: a groundbreaking collaboration with the legendary Malique of Too Phat fame. Their new track, 'Tanya Tuhan' (Ask God), isn't just a song but a solid manifestation of a long-held dream, a "significant victory from various angles and aspects" for the young hip-hop artiste. For years, Yonnyboii could only admire Malique's genius from a distance, a common sentiment among many Malaysian musicians. But fate, it seems, had other plans. Their paths converged, leading to 'Tanya Tuhan' – a track that sees Malique not only lending his iconic touch but also co-writing lyrics with the 27-year-old talent, alongside the song's overall producer, LastKhalif. "I truly didn't expect to collaborate with Malique. He was one of the must-achieve dreams on my list. It's insane. I still can't quite process having a song with him," Yonnyboii confessed, still visibly awestruck by the experience. He credits the invaluable support of Universal Music Malaysia's Senior Director of A&R and Artist Management, Hermond Cheng, for making this seemingly impossible collaboration a reality. The journey to 'Tanya Tuhan' was filled with moments Yonnyboii describes as "profound honours". Working alongside such esteemed names left him feeling "incredibly proud, yet so small compared to all the experiences I've gained". This humility shines through in the song, which draws deeply from Yonnyboii's personal struggles and self-reflection. Much like his previous works, 'Tanya Tuhan' is a candid reflection of Yonnyboii's own life. It was born from a period of intense doubt and unanswered questions, a time when he felt "estranged from myself and very emotional". The song explores the universal feeling of burnout and the search for solace when life's burdens become overwhelming. "It's just that I didn't know who to confide in," he shared, highlighting the raw honesty embedded in his lyrics. Adding another layer of magic to the project is the accompanying music video, helmed by Yonnyboii's "dream director" and respected friend, Thaqif. Yonnyboii admits his creative visions aren't always easy to translate, but Thaqif was the perfect collaborator to bring his "madness" to life. "I haven't worked with him for a long time, and I could feel the magic again," Yonnyboii enthused, expressing hopes for future collaborations with the director he considers "one of the best in the industry". As 'Tanya Tuhan' makes its way to listeners, Yonnyboii, whose real name is Muhammad Haqeem Nuriman Nor Azrin, holds a profound hope. He wants his audience to "understand and deeply feel what I felt", aspiring for the song to resonate as a powerful anthem of resilience. For Yonnyboii, this entire journey, culminating in 'Tanya Tuhan', is a beautiful experience to be "engraved upon his heart". The rapper and singer has previously released an EP titled 'Yonny' in 2020 and his debut studio album 'Persona' in 2023. Born in Kajang, Selangor, and raised in Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, Yonnyboii began writing songs at the age of 13. He has already collaborated with a long list of other young talents, such as Zynakal, Caprice and Ismail Izzani. On Nov 20, 2021, he married Nik Nazirah Nik Narriman. 'Tanya Tuhan' is currently available on all major streaming music platforms. Its accompanying music video can be viewed via Yonnyboii's YouTube channel.
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Yonnyboii elated by collaboration with Malique
23 Jul – Yonnyboii recently admitted that he couldn't believe that he would have the chance to work with legendary rapper, Malique. The singer-songwriter, whose new song, "Tanya Tuhan" has been released since 19 July, said that he has always been a fan of the former Too Phat rapper, and had wanted to work with Malique for a long time. "It's crazy. I still can't digest the fact that we have a song together," he said. Yonnyboii, real name Muhammad Haqeem Nuriman, said that the collaboration will always be a significant memory in his career. "I am proud and humbled by the experiences I have achieved. This is one of my highest personal achievements, being able to work with someone so great. I thank my management for making my dreams a reality" he enthused. Speaking about the song, the singer said he was inspired by his own personal experiences of facing doubts and questions. "It wasn't that I was having a hard time. It was just that at the time, I was away from myself and very emotional. That is, sometimes we experience burnout and we don't know who else to talk to about it," he added. (Photo Source: Yonnyboii IG, last fm)
Yahoo
21-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Joe Flizzow "always ready" for Too Phat reunion with Malique
21 Mar - Joe Flizzow has no issue at all reuniting with his fellow Too Phat member Malique if such an opportunity presents itself. The 46-year-old rapper, who was asked about it amid rumours that Malique will be making his comeback, said that it will all depend on "the general" himself. "Let's pray for it. If Malique sees this, it's all in your hands, bro. I am always ready. I am open to a collaboration. If you pay me RM1, I will still do it. Even if I am not paid, I will still do it. Even if I have to pay for it, I will still do it," he said. At the same time, he admitted that he has received a lot of offers to perform with Malique, but that it was just not the time. "I always say, money is not everything. Maybe the organiser thought a hefty pay would influence me," he added. As for rumours that Malique is making a comeback after he suddenly decided to open up his Instagram account, Joe said that he would rather not speculate. "But I think it would be special for the hip hop world because we miss his presence and his voice," he added. Malique decided to go MIA in the late 2000s after he and Joe went solo, nine years after they established Too Phat. (Photo Source: Malique IG, Joe IG)
