Reviving the “We Are Singapore” Song for 2018
It’s springtime and everybody’s popping the New Year’s Day Parade (NDP) songs into their playlists again. Traditional ballads are back, but nobody’s hit the vibe‑high note like Kit Chan and Dick Lee’s 1998 classic “Home” did. That piece still echoes in homes across Singapore, and we’re 20 years younger than that fabulous hey‑day.
New Take on a Classic
Enter indie torch‑bearer Charlie Lim with a fresh spin on the 1987 anthem “We Are Singapore.” He’s tossed in a custom prelude that practically screams 2018, riffing on lines like: “If everything we’re doing is what we truly believe, then I know I’m the change I want to see.” The verse is laid over a beat that feels as sharp as today’s street‑style, making the old tune feel brand‑new.
Who’s In The Video?
The clip brought a whole roster of Singapore’s everyday rockstars to the screen.
- Kevin Lester (aka TheLionCityBoy) flexing his rap game.
- Joanna Dong jazz‑swinging her way into the spotlight.
- Aisyah Aziz delivering that soulful pop‑heat.
And let’s not forget the stitched‑up embroidery wizard Teresa Lim (@teeteeheehee), who turned out to be a breezy cameo.
Directorial Boost
While Boo Jun Feng handled the creative vibe, the production was steered by the acclaimed pioneer female director Wee Li Lin. She’s the woman who walks the line between tradition and the modern splash needed to keep Singapore humming.
Decide The Verdict
Now that the video’s out, we’ve got a playful choice to make: keep the old favourite burning on our playlists, or let this polished, punchy version step into the spotlight. Either way, the “We Are Singapore” saga is burning brighter than before.
