Siti Nurhaliza facts for kids
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Siti Nurhaliza
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Siti Nurhaliza in 2016
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Siti Nurhaliza binti Tarudin
11 January 1979 Kampung Awah, Temerloh, Pahang, Malaysia
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| Years active | 1995–present |
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{{Khalid bin Mohamad Jiwa}}
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| Children | 5 |
| Awards | See full list |
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| Instruments | Vocals |
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| Associated acts | Noraniza Idris, M. Nasir, Krisdayanti, Rossa |
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Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza binti Tarudin (born 11 January 1979) is a famous Malaysian singer, songwriter, and businesswoman. She is often called "Asia's Celine Dion" because of her amazing voice. Siti has won over 350 awards, making her one of the most awarded musicians in the world.
She started her career at 16 after winning a singing contest in 1995. Her first song, "Jerat Percintaan", won several awards. Siti has recorded and sung in many languages, including Malaysian, English, Arabic, and Japanese. She is one of the most popular artists in Southeast Asia.
Siti has achieved many things beyond music. In 1998, she performed for Queen Elizabeth II at the 1998 Commonwealth Games. In 2005, she was the first Southeast Asian singer to perform a solo concert at the Royal Albert Hall in London. She has also been listed as one of The Muslim 500, which names the world's most influential Muslims.
Contents
- Early Life and Childhood
- Music Career Highlights
- Starting Out and First Success (1995–1996)
- Growing Fame (1997–1998)
- International Recognition (1999–2005)
- New Titles and Albums (2006–2008)
- Family and New Projects (2009)
- Business Ventures and Awards (2010–2011)
- English Album and Documentaries (2011–2012)
- New Look and Concerts (2013)
- Charity and New Music (2014)
- 20th Anniversary and More Concerts (2015)
- New Businesses and Duets (2016)
- Motherhood and Continued Success (2017–2020)
- Second Child and Recent News (2020–Present)
- Siti's Amazing Voice
- Other Activities
- Personal Life
- Awards and Achievements
- Music Albums
- Concerts and Tours
- Film and Video Appearances
- Art Exhibition
- Written Works
- Images for kids
Early Life and Childhood
Siti Nurhaliza was born on January 11, 1979, in Kampung Awah, Temerloh, Pahang, Malaysia. She is the fourth of seven children. Her father was a police officer, and her mother was a housewife.
Music runs in her family. Her brother and sisters are also singers. Her grandfather was a famous violinist, and her mother was a local traditional singer.
Siti was active in school, especially in sports like netball. At age six, she first showed her singing talent by performing a traditional Malay song. When she was 12, she won a patriotic song competition.
Her family was not rich. At nine, Siti woke up early to help her mother sell homemade kuih (snacks). She believes these experiences made her more confident and helped her singing voice. She often performed at weddings with her uncle.
Even though she did well in school, Siti decided to focus on her music career instead of going to university.
Music Career Highlights
Starting Out and First Success (1995–1996)
Siti's family often performed at local events. She learned traditional songs from her mother from a young age. She improved her singing by joining many local competitions.
In 1995, at 16, she won the RTM Bintang HMI competition. She then signed with Suria Records. Her first album came out in 1996, and her song "Jerat Percintaan" won a major award. She also won several "Most Popular" awards that year.
Growing Fame (1997–1998)
In 1997, Siti became popular in Indonesia. She was the first Malaysian singer to hold a live concert on a big Indonesian TV station. She performed many concerts across Indonesia.
In 1998, on her 19th birthday, she started her own management company, Siti Nurhaliza Productions. She performed for Queen Elizabeth II at the 1998 Commonwealth Games in Kuala Lumpur. This performance was seen in 70 countries, introducing her to a global audience.
International Recognition (1999–2005)
In 1999, Siti won the Gold Award at the Shanghai Asia Music Festival. She also won two awards at a competition in Australia. In 2002, she won the Grand Prix Champion title at Voice of Asia in Kazakhstan.
In 2003, she performed at a big concert in Japan with other Asian artists. In 2004, she was the first non-Chinese artist to perform at Taiwan's Golden Melody Awards. She sang with famous singer Leehom Wang.
In 2005, Alicia Keys introduced her as "The Voice of Asia" at the MTV Asia Aid event. In April 2005, Siti held a successful solo concert at the Royal Albert Hall in London. She was backed by the London Symphony Orchestra. British newspapers called her "Asia's Celine Dion".
New Titles and Albums (2006–2008)
In 2006, Siti released her album Transkripsi, which won "Best Album" at the Anugerah Industri Muzik. That same year, she received the title "Datuk" from the Sultan of Pahang. This is a special honor in Malaysia.
In 2007, she attended the Grammy Awards in the United States. She also performed in a musical play, showing her acting skills. Her album Lentera Timur (2008) explored more modern traditional music. It won "Album of the Year" at the AIM awards.
In 2008, Asia News Network named her one of Asia's Idols. She also held a successful acoustic concert in Singapore.
Family and New Projects (2009)
In 2009, Siti's father passed away. After a period of mourning, she held a sold-out concert called SATU Konsert Eksklusif Dato' Siti Nurhaliza. She also won "Most Popular Malaysian Artist" for the ninth time.
She released Tahajjud Cinta, an album with spiritual songs. She also made a duet album, CTKD, with Indonesian singer Krisdayanti.
Business Ventures and Awards (2010–2011)
In 2010, Siti launched her own beauty and cosmetic brand called SimplySiti. The products are Halal-certified. She continued to win many awards, including "Most Popular Female Singer" for the 13th time.
Her company, Siti Nurhaliza Productions, also produced a concert for other Malaysian artists. SimplySiti won "The Best Halal Product" award.
English Album and Documentaries (2011–2012)
In 2011, Siti hosted her own talk show called SITI. She also released her first full English album, All Your Love. She sang a duet with Sean Kingston on this album.
She won "Regional Most Popular Artiste" for the tenth time in a row, setting a new record. A documentary about her life was aired on History Channel in 2012. She also sang with famous artist Sami Yusuf for his album.
New Look and Concerts (2013)
On her 34th birthday in 2013, Siti announced she would start wearing the hijab full-time. She also co-hosted a game show called Siti Ooo...Som.
She performed with American singer Kenny Babyface at a charity event. Siti also held her first solo concert with the Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra. This concert was very popular and sold out quickly.
She performed at the Asean-Japan Music Festival in Japan and the Asian Television Awards in Singapore.
Charity and New Music (2014)
In 2014, Siti held her first charity concert, "Dato Siti Nurhaliza Live in Concert – Where the Heart is." The money raised went to her charity, Yayasan Nurjiwa. She also performed with famous producer David Foster.
She was honored as an "Icon of Malaysia" by the Malaysia Book of Records. Her album Fragmen was very successful, selling over 10,000 copies quickly. She won "Best Female Artiste" and "Best Song" at the 2014 Anugerah Planet Muzik.
20th Anniversary and More Concerts (2015)
2015 marked Siti's 20th year in the music industry. To celebrate, she held a special acoustic concert called Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Unplugged 2015. The concert was a big success.
She recorded her first Tamil song, "Nenjae Ezhu", for an international singing competition. She also performed in another successful concert, Konsert Satu Suara, Vol. 2, with other famous singers.
In December 2015, Siti shared that she had a miscarriage. She spoke openly about her journey to have children.
New Businesses and Duets (2016)
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In 2016, Siti launched her own fashion line called Creación by Siti Nurhaliza. She also held a big concert, Dato' Siti Nurhaliza & Friends Concert, where she performed a special digital duet with Whitney Houston.
She released new songs, including "Hari Kemenangan" for Eid al-Fitr and "Dirgahayu" with Faizal Tahir. Her live album Unplugged won several major awards.
Her 17th album, SimetriSiti, was released in 2017. It included collaborations with rapper Joe Flizzow and Indonesian singer Judika.
Motherhood and Continued Success (2017–2020)
In October 2017, Siti announced she was pregnant with her first child after 11 years of marriage. She gave birth to her daughter, Siti Aafiyah, on March 19, 2018. She released a song called "Comel Pipi Merah" for her baby.
She became a judge on a singing competition called Big Stage. In September 2018, she released the popular single "Anta Permana".
In 2019, Siti had a very busy year. She set a new sales record for a TV shopping program. She also went on a big concert tour called Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza On Tour across Indonesia, Singapore, and Malaysia. This was the most expensive concert by a Malaysian artist.
She released a special Eid al-Fitr song, "Ikhlas," with singers from Indonesia and Singapore. Her 18th album, ManifestaSITI2020, was released in July 2020. She also held Malaysia's first large-scale online interactive concert.
Second Child and Recent News (2020–Present)
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In December 2020, Siti announced she was pregnant with her second child. She shared her IVF journey with her fans. On April 19, 2021, she gave birth to her son, Muhammad Afwa.
In 2020, Forbes Asia listed her among the "100 Digital Stars" for her work during the COVID-19 pandemic. She was also chosen for the Adelaide Festival Centre's Walk of Fame in Australia, being the first Southeast Asian to receive this honor.
In 2021, Siti celebrated her 25th anniversary in music. She released a new album of children's songs, including lullabies she wrote for her own children. On November 13, 2024, Siti Nurhaliza was officially named Malaysia's national female singer.
Siti's Amazing Voice
Voice Type
Siti is known for her beautiful voice, which is classified as a lyric soprano. This means she has a light, bright voice that can sing high notes easily. She has won "Best Vocal Performance" awards many times.
An Indonesian vocal teacher, Adjie Esa Poetra, said Siti is "very careful" with her voice. He noted that she can produce "the most artistic and beautiful tone." She can sing with ease but also with great power.
M. Nasir, a music critic, praised Siti's voice, saying, "Give her any songs, she can deliver it very well." He also admired how she uses melisma, which is when a singer sings many notes on one syllable.
Even international stars have praised her. Gareth Gates said, "She definitely has the looks and she certainly has the voice." Filipino singers Lea Salonga and Gary Valenciano have also expressed their admiration for her vocal talent.
Sami Yusuf, who sang with Siti, said she has "a good voice" and "an interesting personality." American singer Kenny Babyface also praised her "beautiful voice" and great singing skills.
Musical Styles
Siti grew up singing traditional Malay folk songs. She often promotes this type of music in her concerts. She has recorded five albums that focus on ethnic pop music.
Most of her songs are about love. However, she has also written songs about spirituality and female empowerment. For example, "Biarlah Rahsia" (Let It Be A Secret) was about the media's interest in her private life.
Other Activities
Helping Others (Philanthropy)
Siti is very active in charity work. In 2004, she started her own charity fund, Tabung Prihatin Siti, to help children with education and medical needs. She has donated money to tsunami victims and for anti-drug campaigns.
In 2006, she and her husband started Yayasan Nurjiwa (Nurjiwa Foundation). This foundation helps people in need through charity concerts and events. They have also donated money to build mosques.
During the coronavirus outbreak in 2020, Siti launched the Dana PKP Siti Nurhaliza fund. This fund helped frontliners and people affected by the pandemic. She even held an online concert to raise money. In 2021, she launched another fund to help Palestine and with COVID-19 relief.
Businesses and Endorsements
Siti is a successful businesswoman. She owns Siti Nurhaliza Productions, which handles her entertainment activities. She also has other companies, including SimplySiti Sdn. Bhd., her cosmetic brand. She has also sold cookware and tea.
In 2021, Siti launched her own hijab brand, AFIYA by Siti Nurhaliza. The brand is named after her first daughter.
Siti also earns money by being an ambassador for many international products. These include Jusco, Maxis, Maybelline, Olay, Pantene, Pepsi, and Samsung.
Personal Life
Marriage and Family
In 2006, Siti married Datuk Khalid Mohamad Jiwa. Their wedding was a big event, televised live and watched by millions. It was also covered by media in Indonesia. The wedding was listed as one of the top celebrity weddings by Yahoo! Buzz.
In December 2015, Siti had a miscarriage. She later shared her journey to have children. In October 2017, she announced her pregnancy. Her daughter, Siti Aafiyah Khalid, was born on March 19, 2018.
In December 2020, Siti announced her second pregnancy. Her son, Muhammad Afwa Khalid, was born on April 19, 2021. Siti has often said that her husband, Khalid, has been a great support in her success.
Awards and Achievements
Music Albums
Malaysian/Indonesian Albums
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English Album
Special Album
Duet Albums
Other Albums
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Concerts and Tours
- Malaysia
- 1999: Konsert Live Siti Nurhaliza, Stadium Putra Bukit Jalil, Malaysia
- 2001: Konsert Mega Siti Nurhaliza, Bukit Jalil 2001, Malaysia
- 2002: Konsert Salam Akhir Siti Nurhaliza – Untukmu Sudir, Istana Budaya, Malaysia
- 2004: Siti Nurhaliza Live in Concert 2004, Stadium Nasional Bukit Jalil, Malaysia
- 2006: Konsert Akustik Siti Nurhaliza, Malaysia
- 2007: Konsert Istana Cinta, Istana Budaya, Malaysia
- 2009: SATU Konsert Eksklusif Dato' Siti Nurhaliza, Istana Budaya, Malaysia
- 2009: Konsert Seribu Warna, Stadium Malawati, Shah Alam, Malaysia
- 2010: Konsert SATU Suara, Istana Budaya, Malaysia
- 2012: Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Concert Live in Kuantan 2012, Bukit Gambang Resort City, Gambang, Malaysia
- 2013: Siti Nurhaliza in Symphony Live with The Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra, Petronas Philharmonic Hall, Malaysia
- 2013: Konsert Lentera Timur Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Esklusif Bersama Orkestra Tradisional Malaysia, Istana Budaya, Malaysia
- 2014: Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Live in Concert – Where The Heart Is, Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC), Malaysia
- 2015: Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Unplugged 2015, Istana Budaya, Malaysia
- 2015: Konsert Satu Suara, Vol. 2, Istana Budaya, Malaysia
- 2016: Dato' Siti Nurhaliza & Friends Concert, Stadium Negara, Malaysia
- 2019: Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza On Tour Concert, Axiata Arena, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
- 2019: Konsert Amal Orkestra Tradisional Malaysia bersama Siti Nurhaliza, Auditorium POWIIS, Prince of Wales Island International School, Penang, Malaysia
- 2019: Shopee X SIMPLYSITI Mini Concert, KL Convention Centre, Conference Hall 1–3, Malaysia
- 2019: Karya Agung Pak Ngah (Datuk Suhaimi Mohd Zain) bersama Orkestra Tradisional Malaysia dan Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza
- 2020: Konsert Manifestival Siti Nurhaliza X HotKool, Virtual Concert
- 2022: Music of the Soul, Plenary Hall, Kuala Lumpur
- 2023: Konsert Satu Suara Vol. 3, Mega Star Arena, Kuala Lumpur
- 2024: Sebuah Epitome: Saya Siti Nurhaliza
- 2024: Siti Nurhaliza - Love is in the sky (Cinta Di Awan), Arena of Stars, Genting Highlands
- Singapore
- 2000: Siti Nurhaliza Live at Harbour Front, Singapore
- 2005: Siti Nurhaliza Live 2005, Indoor Stadium, Singapore
- 2008: Konsert Diari Hati Siti Nurhaliza, Esplanade Theatre, Singapore
- 2010: Konsert Bagaikan Sakti, Esplanade Theatre, Singapore
- 2014: Dato' Siti Nurhaliza Live in Singapore, The Star Theatre, Singapore
- 2019: Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza on Tour Concert, Singapore Expo, Singapore
- 2020: Konsert Karya Agung Pak Ngah – Pak Ngah's Legendary Hits in Concert by Orkestra Tradisional Malaysia ft. Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza, Esplanade Theatre, Singapore
- 2024: Fenomena - Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza Live in Singapore
- Indonesia
- 2002: Konsert 1 Jam Bersama Siti Nurhaliza
- 2003: Konsert Azimat Siti Nurhaliza
- 2003: Konsert Special Siti Nurhaliza
- 2004: Konsert Exclusive Melanesia - Siti Nurhaliza
- 2004: Konsert Mutiara Negeri Jiran - Siti Nurhaliza
- 2004: Siti Nurhaliza Indonesia Tour 2004, Indonesia
- 2011: Charity Concert Banjarmasin, Indonesia
- 2017: Golden Memories International Spesial Siti Nurhaliza
- 2019: Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza on Tour Concert, Istora Senayan, Jakarta, Indonesia
- Other Countries
- 2001: Konsert SEA Diva bersama Kris Dayanti, Sheila Majid, Kuh Ledesma, Vina Panduwinata, Fauziah Latiff dan Titi DJ
- 2001: Konsert Perjalanan Seni SM Salim bersama MPO
- 2002: Siti Nurhaliza Live in Brunei, Brunei
- 2005: Siti Nurhaliza in Concert, Royal Albert Hall London, United Kingdom
- 2010: Siti Nurhaliza Live @ Alumbra, Australia
- 2019: Siti Nurhaliza The Voice of Asia in Australia For One Night Only – OzAsia Festival, Festival Theatre, Adelaide, Australia
Film and Video Appearances
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Art Exhibition
- 2014: SITI: An Iconic Exhibition of Dato' Siti Nurhaliza
Written Works
Siti has also written articles for newspapers and magazines.
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| 1999 | Lenggok Siti | Metro Ahad (Sunday Edition) |
| 2006 | Pena Siti | Kosmo! Ahad (Sunday Edition) |
| 2010–2012 | Catatan Siti Nurhaliza | Mangga |
| 2011 | Dari Dalam Diri Siti Nurhaliza | Berita Harian |
Images for kids
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Siti Nurhaliza in 2016
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Siti Nurhaliza attending the red carpet ceremony of the MTV Asia Aid 2005 in Bangkok on 3 February 2005.
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Siti Nurhaliza (in white) with fellow Malaysian singers during Konsert Suara Hati Sudirman Arshad in 2007.
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Siti Nurhaliza backstage during Konsert Suara Hati Sudirman Arshad, a tribute concert in April 2007.
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Siti Nurhaliza performing as the opening act for the Kuala Lumpur International Film Festival 2008.
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Siti promoting SimplySiti in Malaysia in 2010.
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Siti promoting SimplySiti in Brunei in 2011.
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Siti Nurhaliza with her husband, Datuk Seri Khalid and her stepson, Adib Khalid at the launching of All Your Love.
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Siti Nurhaliza performing "I Will Always Love You" with David Foster during his "David Foster and Friends" concert in 2014.
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Siti Nurhaliza performing ‘Memories’ along with Whitney Houston through virtual duet in Dato’ Siti Nurhaliza & Friends in 2016.
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Pregnant Siti during the 14th anniversary of her fan club on 21 January 2018.
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Siti during her Dato' Sri Siti Nurhaliza On Tour at Axiata Arena on 16 March 2019.
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Siti Nurhaliza during the Malay Mail Big Walk 2007, a charity event.
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Siti Nurhaliza and her husband, Datuk Khalid during the Malay Mail Big Walk in 2007.
