What better way than to re-invent herself and release her latest solo album, Tika Cinta.
After parting with composer-husband Ajai, Nurul is back with her seventh album under Metadome Sdn Bhd that features songs composed and written by Sharon Paul, Johar Lucas, Tam Spider, M. Nasir, the late Loloq, herself and a few others.
“There are six new songs in this album. A bonus track, Tangis Syukur, was composed by Tam Spider and with lyrics by Loloq.”
Her first single, Tika Cinta has a strong Japanese pop (J-pop) element and was composed by Sharon.
The female composer also has three other songs in the album — Sepenuh Jiwa, Kala Hati and Tertutup Hati.
“I’ve always wanted to work with Sharon. When it comes to work, she is very serious. However, she is always open to other ideas. I hope the fans can accept these changes.”
“The first time I listened to Tika Cinta, I knew I wanted it. The melody and music arrangements are refreshing. It has the ability to make listeners dance to the beat. The simple lyrics complete the song.”
Her latest solo album is filled with songs about love and life. Two of the songs that have special significance to her are Tertutup Hati and Bukan Cermin Di Hati.
Tertutup Hati is about a woman who has fallen out of love with her partner while Bukan Cermin Di Hati, which is also her first stab at songwriting, is about what she is going through.
“My favourite songs in the album are Tika Cinta, Sepenuh Jiwa, Kala Hati and Bukan Cermin Di Hati.”
Not many artistes produce EPs these days. Nurul, however, feels that this would allow her fans to enjoy her songs.
Despite the emergence of new artistes, Nurul is not worried about re-entering the market after being away for more than two years.
“After the divorce, I focused on other areas such as being the spokesperson for the energy drink Power Root for two years, TV3’s Jom Heboh concerts and acting.”
“At the same time, I was working on songs for this album. I even went to Jakarta for a recording session. That’s probably why people thought that I was lying low.”
Nurul also explained that her latest album still has a pop flavour but fans can expect something different this time around.
Despite having to juggle her acting and singing career, the 32-year-old mother, has no problem with making time for her daughter, Ayu Nazirah, 11.
“I usually see her at least two or three times a week. If I don’t get to see her at home, I would see her in school. There are times that I don’t get to see her for a whole week but since she is living with Ajai, I know that she is in good hands.”
Nurul is happy with the way things are right now and admits that she’s seeing someone.
“I want to take things slowly and learn about each other.
“I have many friends, especially men. That’s probably because I am a rough and adventurous girl.
“However, at times, it is hard for me to move on because people tend to judge a book by its cover. I can’t do anything about the negative things that people say about me, so I just let it be.”
Tika Cinta, priced at RM19.90, will be released tomorrow and available at music stores nationwide.
No comments:
Post a Comment