India’s Blatant Plagiarism of Singapore’s National Day Song Sparks Outrage
A shocking case of music plagiarism has come to light, with India being accused of copying Singapore’s iconic National Day song, “Count on Me Singapore.” The song, which was composed by Hugh Harrison in 1986, has been a source of pride for Singaporeans for decades. However, a video recently surfaced online featuring an Indian version of the song, titled “Count on Me India,” with lyrics that are almost identical to the original.
The plagiarism has sparked widespread outrage among Singaporeans, with many taking to social media to express their disgust and disappointment. The video, which was uploaded to YouTube, has been met with a barrage of negative comments, with many calling out India for its blatant copying.
“This is a disgrace!” wrote one commenter. “How dare you copy our national song and pass it off as your own?”
Others have pointed out the irony of India’s actions, given its reputation for being a major player in the global IT industry. “India, the land of IT and innovation, can’t even come up with its own original song,” wrote another commenter.
The plagiarism has also been condemned by Singaporeans who have fond memories of singing the song during National Day celebrations. “I sang this song as a kid, and it brings back so many memories,” wrote one commenter. “To see it being copied and passed off as someone else’s work is just heartbreaking.”
The incident has raised questions about India’s attitude towards intellectual property rights and its willingness to respect the creative work of others. “This is not just about a song; it’s about the principle of respecting someone else’s work,” wrote one commenter.
In response to the backlash, some Indians have come forward to apologize and acknowledge the plagiarism. One commenter wrote, “I’m from India, and I’m ashamed to see this. We should have given credit to the original composer and not passed it off as our own.”
The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of respecting intellectual property rights and the need for countries to promote originality and creativity. As one commenter put it, “If you want to make your country proud, create something original. Don’t copy someone else’s work and pass it off as your own.”