Iman Fandi is many things—a pop star, model, and our May 2024 cover star—but with her new single, "Hari Raya Raya Raya", she is also a woman coming home. Her first-ever Malay track, this effervescent celebration of Eid is more than just festive fun.

It marks a personal milestone—a love letter to her family, her culture, and the traditions that have shaped her. For Iman, the festival has always been about reunion. “Hari Raya means being with family, sharing meals, and reconnecting with those we don’t see in our day-to-day lives.”

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But here’s the twist—this track isn’t just hers. It’s a Fandi family production, recorded together in-studio with her parents and siblings. Think of it as a musical ketupat: Wrapped tight with love, tradition, and a dash of joyful spontaneity. “It felt like a bonding session,” Iman says. “We were all trying things out, making sure it was perfect.”

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That easy, organic energy pulses through every beat—from its bright, bouncy melodies to lyrics that feel like they were written on the way to visit that one auntie who always overfeeds you. With "Hari Raya Raya Raya", Iman isn’t just making music—she’s making memories.

It’s pop, it’s personal, and it’s proof that no matter how far you go, the best stories (and songs) always lead back home.

"Hari Raya Raya Raya" is now on streaming platforms.