Rasa Sayang, whose title means feeling of love, is a traditional folk song shared across the Malay world, especially Malaysia, Indonesia and Singapore, where it has been sung for generations at gatherings, celebrations and in schools. Its origin is not documented, which reflects its life as an oral folk tradition passed from singer to singer rather than a single composed hit. The song spread through recordings, school songbooks and cultural performances, and later through online videos, where its chorus became shorthand for Malay culture and hospitality. It remains recognised because the melody is simple, joyful and easy to sing together.