Multilingual Singer Sets Record

Eighteen-year-old Suchetha Satish, originally from Kannur and currently residing in the UAE, recently accomplished a remarkable feat, securing a new Guinness World Record for singing in the most languages during a concert. This extraordinary achievement unfolded during a nine-hour-long ‘Concert for Climate’ in Dubai, serving as a prelude to the UN Climate Conference (COP 28). Suchetha surpassed the previous record of 121 languages, held by Pune-based vocalist Manjushree Oak. Notably, Suchetha had already set a world record in 2021 by singing in 120 languages, aiming to further amplify her impact this time to raise awareness about climate change.

The event took place at the Indian Consulate Auditorium in Dubai on November 24, 2023, aligning with the dates of COP 28 at Expo City Dubai, held from November 30 to December 12.

Suchetha chose the number 140 symbolically, representing the nations attending the climate summit, although she can sing in 145 languages. Her goal was to utilize the ‘Concert for Climate’ as a platform to spread awareness about the critical issue of climate change affecting the entire world.

Suchetha, a first-year degree student in Dubai, shared that her efforts to learn songs in various languages allowed her to connect with people from diverse countries, aligning with the motto of “Music beyond boundaries.” This theme seamlessly matched the message conveyed by COP 28, advocating for joint action to mitigate the effects of climate change.

Her journey into multilingual singing commenced at the age of 10 when she learned a Japanese song inspired by her father’s Japanese friend. Encouraged by the positive reception, she expanded her repertoire to include Arabic, Tagalog, Indian tribal languages, and African languages. Identified with a musical talent at the age of four, Suchetha received training in both Carnatic and Hindustani music from her parents, laying the foundation for her exceptional musical abilities and subsequent world records.

Suchetha Satish’s achievement not only sets a new benchmark in the musical world but also serves as a powerful medium to raise awareness about the urgent need for global action on climate change. Her dedication reflects a commitment to fostering unity and understanding across borders through the universal language of music, transcending conventional boundaries to communicate a crucial message.

_{Repurposed article originally published in ShethePeople}