Terima kaseyyy...

I am happy to read this in the news today. Some weeks back I commented on the undeserving Datukship of Shah Rukh Khan. But today, I am more than glad that David Arumugam has been made a Dato'. To me, this is long overdue.

Alleycats, one of the very few successful non-Malay band in the Malay music scene, has left an indelible mark in Malaysia's music terrain. Their tunes are evergreen and even today's generation is familiar with the band's brand of music.

David Arumugam, the lead singer of the band, is perhaps one of the most recognisable singers in the country. His trademark "terima kaseyyy..." after every song is most unforgettable.

To David Arumugam, and also singer Khadijah Ibrahim, congratulations on being made Dato' by the Sultan of Pahang.