Getting ready for Hari Raya is about more than just the celebrations, it’s the familiarity and routine that make the day special. Picking out the perfect outfit to match this year’s vibrant colour palette, preparing your favourite dishes, and visiting beloved relatives to share laughter, stories, and delicious kueh all bring the festival to life. At its heart, Hari Raya is a celebration of forgiveness, togetherness, and gratitude, where bonds are strengthened and memories are made.
These festive tracks capture the spirit of the season, offering a wide selection of songs to set the mood, elevate your gatherings, and get the party started with joy, warmth, and a sense of shared celebration. Whether you’re reconnecting with family or simply soaking in the festival vibes, this playlist ensures the essence of Hari Raya fills every moment.
The Pinholes — 'Kisah Musim Raya'
Meet Aisyah. This Raya season, she’s all about getting those perfect OOTDs when the lighting hits just right. Her mind seems to be elsewhere as she’s glued to her screen instead of being present in the moment as she joins her family for the necessary preparations. The song focuses on the importance of being present while celebrating the festive season with your loved ones.
Whether it be during spring cleaning or visiting on the day itself, take the time to spend the day with friends and family. The lyrics strengthen this sentiment as they say “Even if times change it’s Raya, don’t forget our heritage…”. With a dazzling 60s spin brought to the track by The Pinholes, it further drives the narrative of disconnecting and appreciating old traditions, embracing the Gotong Royong spirit even in 2026.
De Fam — 'Pok Pek Raya'
De Fam is back again serving up another spicy Hari Raya banger. After their incredibly viral anthem ‘Alamak Raya Lagi!’ they’ve returned to serve up another song that’s gonna be stuck in all our brains. The catchy hook that repeats “pok pek, pok pek” gives the track a cheeky touch that shines through in the bright and vivid melody as well.
The song is complete with an addictive rap verse that captures the sizzling sass that comes when nosy and gossipy aunties pick on you asking 'when are you getting you married’, ‘when are you having kids?’. This track is truly the ultimate Hari Raya song that you need to add to your playlist as soon as possible.
Perry K, Layla Sania — 'Raya Berseri'
As the season of reunion and warmth returns, ‘Raya Berseri’ beautifully captures the vibrant spirit of Hari Raya. Layla Sania once again joins forces in this cross-cultural collaboration, blending different traditions into one shared celebration of joy. Marking Perry K’s first-ever Raya release, the track stands as a heartfelt festive gift, one that brings people together through music, regardless of language or background.
With its uplifting melodies and rich cultural influences, ‘Raya Berseri’ shines as a celebration of unity, gratitude, and togetherness during this special time of year. Bringing a blend of traditional musical elements with classic pop beats, this is definitely a modern take on your average Raya banger. The track captures all the best parts of Raya from the food to Duit Raya and finally the happiness and vibrance that comes with spending time with loved ones.
Aisha Retno — 'Jodoh Lebaran'
This cheeky track blends the excitement and anticipation of waking up on the day of Hari Raya, everyone rushes about to get ready picking out what outfit to wear and coordinating colours. However, ‘Jodoh Lebaran’ almost feels like it's slowing down, waiting at the doorway expecting a special someone. A special someone whose presence can destroy the annoying slew of questions that centre around, “No boyfriend this year either?”.
The lyrics capture this sentiment as they say, “Be cautious of bees and Raya with that special someone (Raya with that special someone), if it’s meant to be, the soulmate won’t go anywhere”. This track captures the yearning to be able to share the excitement with someone who truly knows you, one that you feel would be perfect to spend every future Raya with.
ALPHA — 'Rindu Raya'
Take a step back from the upbeat excitement of all the songs on this list as ‘Rindu Raya’ by ALPHA captures the sentimental angle of gotong royong. The excitement of visiting loved ones who live far away, those you don’t see as often as you should builds as you visit each house bonding over memories of the past and creating new memories to laugh about in the years that come.
The lyrics paint this picture as they say, “Send my love to those far away, longing to sing on the way home to the village, my heart beats and trembles, can’t wait to see everyone”. Through the thumping pop-infused beats, the song reinforces the message that Raya is always better with togetherness.
Hael Husaini — 'Lagu Raya Untukmu'
What if a lovers quarrel comes between your Raya festivities? That’s what Hael Husaini tackles with ‘Lagu Raya Untukmu’ as the lyrics tell a story of spending Hari Raya away from your loved one, hoping to put any conflicts that you had behind in the spirit of forgiveness. The lyrics support this sentiment as they say, "Happy Hari Raya, Syawal has arrived, let’s forget (Hey) all our quarrels (Hey) Happy Hari Raya”.
The upbeat pop sensibilities of this song come through with the cheery trumpet and layered guitar arrangement, giving the track its uplifting flair. This Hari Raya, forget about the past quarrels and focus on reconciliation and spending time with your loved ones.
Yonnyboii, Luca Sickta, Kmy Kmo, Abubakarxli, Siqma, ASYRAF NASIR — 'Rap Der Raya'
Staying true to the title, ‘Rap Der Raya’ is an edgy take on the classic concept of Hari Raya songs. It captures the bliss of the festival through the laid-back and mellow vibes that the track has. In many ways, the track describes the nostalgia that comes with routine during the preparation toward the day itself and seeing beloved family members.
The slow vibe of the track truly makes the listener reminisce about good memories of past celebrations as you come together as family eating food, conversing and having fun. The lyrics echo this sentiment as they say, “Lebaran has arrived, the excitement is getting stronger, decorate the yard, weave ketupat, hang it on the curtains, ready to fill the jars of cakes, a token of love in an envelope of money…”. Rap Der Raya puts a modern twist on classic Raya practices, creating the perfect harmony of cherishing tradition in 2026.
Penyampai Astro Audio — 'Inilah Raya'
Reminiscent of classic Hari Raya tracks, this song takes you back to simpler times when the day was all about eating snacks and receiving duit raya. It captures the delightful essence of the day describing all of the moments that truly make Hari Raya such a joyous occasion.
The lyrics capture the youthful exuberance as they say, “Beautiful, bright, and radiant, Syawal lights up the day, as it approaches now, children running, coming here and there, in colorful clothes…”. Relieve the excitement and joy of Hari Raya with this track, thinking back to some of the greatest moments that the festival has brought to the lives of you and your family.
Izat Ibrahim, Sunny Jackson, Syaz Smooth, Myra & omarKENOBI — 'Ini Baru Raya! 2.0'
Every celebration begins where the heart belongs, where tradition, love, and joy converge. It is in these moments of togetherness that the true spirit of Hari Raya shines brightest, as families gather, friendships are rekindled, and homes overflow with warmth, laughter, and shared memories.
Just like the comforting aroma of rendang wafting through the air, home is where the ketupat is, where stories are exchanged, prayers are whispered, and the simple joys of life are savoured. In this season of reunion, every smile, every hug, and every song becomes a thread in the tapestry of celebration, reminding us that the heart of Hari Raya lies in connection, gratitude, and the love we share.
3P — 'Setahun Sekali'
In an anthem of togetherness, 3P demonstrates how defying race and language can bring cultures together as we really embrace the kampung spirit. The track spotlights what's really important. Beyond the food, the duit raya and the kueh, the foundation of Hari Raya is rooted in appreciation, unity and forgiveness.
Start with a clean slate and show how much you appreciate your family by showing up and being present when visiting them. Take the time to visit your family and take in the buzz of several joyful conversations and lastly put differences aside and embrace your loved ones to really connect with the spirit of Hari Raya
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