Namewee Song Release Amid Taiwanese Death Probe
- Malaysian rapper Namewee, whose real name is Wee Meng Chee, released a new song titled "Very Shuai" ("Very Handsome") while in police custody.The release occured on Wednesday, October...
- Namewee, 42, is currently being detained for six days to assist in the examination surrounding the death of Taiwanese influencer Hsieh yun Hsi.
- Hsieh Yun Hsi was found dead in a hotel room in Kuala Lumpur on October 22, 2024.
Namewee Releases New Song While in Remand in Connection with Influencer’s Death
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- Updated November 6, 2025, at 08:05:26
Background
Malaysian rapper Namewee, whose real name is Wee Meng Chee, released a new song titled “Very Shuai” (“Very Handsome”) while in police custody.The release occured on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, coinciding with his surrender to authorities. China Press first reported the song’s release.
Namewee, 42, is currently being detained for six days to assist in the examination surrounding the death of Taiwanese influencer Hsieh yun Hsi. He surrendered himself to the authorities on October 23, 2024.
The Investigation
Hsieh Yun Hsi was found dead in a hotel room in Kuala Lumpur on October 22, 2024. Details surrounding her death are still under investigation by Malaysian authorities. The Star reports that Namewee is assisting with the investigation.
Song Release Details
“Very Shuai” is reportedly an older demo track originally recorded in 2014.It was released on Spotify on October 23, 2024. Sources indicate the release was pre-scheduled and not a deliberate action taken while in detention. China Press reported that Namewee had announced the song’s release prior to becoming involved in the investigation.
who is Namewee?
Wee Meng Chee, known professionally as Namewee, is a Malaysian Chinese rapper, singer, songwriter, actor, and film director. He is known for his satirical and often controversial songs and films, frequently addressing social and political issues. He gained prominence with songs like ”Negaraku” (My Contry) and has a significant following in Southeast Asia. Wikipedia provides a extensive overview of his career.
Who was Hsieh Yun Hsi?
Hsieh Yun Hsi was a Taiwanese influencer and model. She had a significant following on social media, were she shared content related to fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. Details about her life and career are still emerging as the investigation progresses. Taiwan News provides initial reporting on her background.
Timeline of Events
- October 22, 2024: Taiwanese influencer Hsieh Yun Hsi is found dead in a Kuala Lumpur hotel room.
- October 23, 2024: Namewee surrenders to Malaysian authorities to assist in the investigation. His song “Very Shuai” is released on Spotify.
- October 23-29, 2024: Namewee is detained for six days to aid in the investigation.
- November 6, 2025: This article is updated with the latest available details.