Vocal quartet S.U.I triumphed in the grand finale of Kaki Nyanyi, Mediacorp’s Malay reality singing competition, impressing the judges with their exceptional vocal harmonies and stage presence. The group beat fellow finalists G.T.S and Tiga Rasa to claim the top prize of $20,000 and the opportunity to collaborate on an original single with one of the judges.
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The finale challenged the contestants to perform a three-song mini-concert, including their interpretation of 'Landasan', a base track composed by judge Edry Abdul Halim. S.U.I captivated the audience with their emotionally charged rendition, followed by 'Terus Hidup', a pop ballad that highlighted their vocal strengths. They closed with an energetic performance of 'Hingga Hujung Waktu', an original single by group member Izat Ibrahim.
Beyond their singing prowess, S.U.I engaged the audience with comedy sketches reflecting on their journey, adding a personal touch that further endeared them to the judges. The panel featured renowned artists such as Singapore Idols Hady Mirza, Taufik Batisah, and Sezairi, alongside industry veterans like Najip Ali and Malaysian stars including Naim Daniel and Yusry Abdul Halim.
Expressing their gratitude, S.U.I shared, "Kaki Nyanyi pushed our creative boundaries and strengthened our camaraderie. Winning was an unexpected but delightful bonus, proving the power of artistic collaboration."
