Norazlina binti Amir Sharipuddin, known professionally as Amelina, was born on August 4, 1974, in Nilai, Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia. She is a singer and actress who gained prominence during the 1990s. Before pursuing music, Amelina worked at a TDK electronics factory. Her breakthrough came when she moved to Kuala Lumpur in 1994 to start her singing career. Managed by her brother Amir Hanafi and supported by her mother Hasmah Ramli, Amelina released her debut album Amelina on December 14, 1994. This was followed by Asyik (October 16, 1995) and Cinta Oh Cinta (September 11, 1997). Amelina popularized Dangdut music in Malaysia, earning her the title Ratu Dangdut Malaysia (Malaysian Queen of Dangdut).
