Iman Fandi ushers in the festive season with 'Hari Raya Raya Raya', her first-ever Malay single—an effervescent tribute to the warmth, nostalgia, and rituals of Eid. Having spent years forging her own path—first as a model, actress, and athlete, and now as a recording artist committed to authentic storytelling—Iman continues to push herself creatively, blending music, fashion, and culture in a way that feels distinctly her own. Following the success of her debut album That Girl, this release is a personal milestone—one that brings her heritage and family into sharper focus, while capturing the nostalgia and excitement of the season through bright melodies and playful lyrics.
The song is more than just a celebration; it’s a homecoming. Rooted in the sights, sounds, and sentiments of Hari Raya, the track distills the essence of the season: the crackle of new baju raya, the scent of home-cooked feasts, the thrill of reuniting with loved ones. But beyond the tradition, it’s also deeply personal. “Hari Raya means being with family, eating, and seeing those we don’t see day to day,” Iman shares. “I think a lot of us sometimes forget to visit family even though they’re close by, and Hari Raya is that one time when we make the effort to come together, especially with the elders we don’t see so often.”
That spirit carries through to the song itself, which isn’t just Iman’s—it's a track that belongs to the Fandi family. Recorded together in the studio, it became more than just a musical project. It was a shared moment, backed by a familiar rhythm of togetherness that gives the song an organic, intimate feel. “It was really fun and something totally different—I’ve never done something like that with them before,” she says. “In a way, it felt like a bonding session. We were recording together, trying things out, and just making sure it was perfect.” That energy of spontaneity translates into every beat, making 'Hari Raya Raya Raya' feel like an open invitation to celebrate.
With its buoyant melody and playful, instantly familiar lyrics, 'Hari Raya Raya Raya' taps into the universal joy of the season. It’s about the quiet comforts—fasting together, breaking it with kuih and ketupat—and the more exuberant ones: the ritual of giving and receiving duit raya, the excitement of planning matching outfits with family, the cousins you only see once a year but pick up with like no time has passed.
For Iman, it’s also an expansion of her sound, bridging personal storytelling with pop accessibility. Hari Raya Raya Raya isn’t just a festive single; it’s a reflection of where she is now—an artist stepping further into her own voice, but never too far from home.
