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Also known as Soleram, Suliram

Soleram or Suliram (also known as Soreram, or Suriram) is a folk song from Riau, Indonesia. It is also a well-known folk song in Malaysia. This song is melodious and sung in a gentle rhythm, with lyrics that are relatively short and easy to remember. A version popular in Indonesia was written by Muhammad Arief, a musician from Banyuwangi.

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Country of origin
Indonesia
Duration
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vocalized name
Nien
form of creative work
song
language of work or name
Indonesian
title
Soleram
publication date
1965-00-00
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  • Background
  • Lyrics
  • See also
  • References

Soleram or Suliram (also known as Soreram, or Suriram) is a folk song from Riau, Indonesia. It is also a well-known folk song in Malaysia. This song is melodious and sung in a gentle rhythm, with lyrics that are relatively short and easy to remember. A version popular in Indonesia was written by Muhammad Arief, a musician from Banyuwangi.

The Soleram song has many variations in its lyrics. The song, thought to be a lullaby of the Riau people, may contain messages that parents want to convey to their children at bedtime, such as words of endearment, being modest and holding on to old friends.

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