(AFP) - – A Malaysian rapper is being investigated for sedition, police said Monday, after posting a YouTube video which drew allegations he was stirring up ethnic tensions in the multicultural nation.
Wee Meng Chee, 27, better known as Namewee to his fans, made national headlines three years ago over another YouTube clip mocking the national anthem which authorities also said was seditious.
He apologised for that incident, but is in fresh trouble for posting a three-minute rap titled "Nah" criticising a Muslim Malay headmistress accused of making racial slurs against her ethnic Chinese and Indian students.
"We are investigating him under the Sedition Act," Bakri Zinin, the Federal Criminal Investigation chief, told AFP, adding that Wee will soon be called to give a statement.
Wee faces up to three years in prison if he is charged and convicted.
The rapper removed the video from YouTube on Sunday, after prompting criticism from various parties including Prime Minister Najib Razak who reportedly urged action against those who try to stoke racial tensions.
"We don't care whether he has removed the video or not, the harm has already been done, we will continue with the investigation," said Bakri.
In the video, which is still available on other websites, Wee used obscene language and rapped in a mixture of English and the national language Malay.
The headmistress allegedly told ethnic Chinese students to return to China and compared Hindu prayer strings to dog leashes.
The government has ordered a probe into the case which caused anger among Malaysia's minorities who complain that their rights are being eroded as the country becomes increasingly "Islamised".
"I am a Malaysian who grew up harmoniously with friends from all walks of life and different races," Wee said on his blog Sunday.
"My main objective for uploading the new video 'Nah' was to condemn such acts and to stand up against racism," he said. The title is a slang word for "no".
"I have also taken out the said video from my YouTube account since I have already highlighted my stand over the issue, which is to stop racism in this country," added the rapper.
Wee has developed a cult following among young Malaysians after his controversial six-minute rap video in 2007 that mocked the national anthem. He is reportedly preparing to launch an album next month.
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written by sang kancil, August 31, 2010 13:14:33
written by sang kancil, August 31, 2010 13:14:33
Malaysia is fcuked withe these fcukers in charge. NAJIB is nothing but an............................
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written by capricorn, August 31, 2010 12:56:35
written by capricorn, August 31, 2010 12:56:35
One set of rules for them and one set of rules for you and me. The Education Ministry came out in defence of direct racial insults by the principals, while the police are quick to act against Namewee who reacted to this racial insults. Happy Merdeka!!!!!!!!!!. This is what our forefathers brought upon us by gaining independence from the Brits. Ptoooooi!!!!!!!!!!
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written by Malaysiaputra, August 31, 2010 10:48:43
written by Malaysiaputra, August 31, 2010 10:48:43
What is namewee's rap compared to the songs sung at BTN courses accusing the non Malays of stealing form the Malays etc etc ?..
Why was no action taken against the writer of those songs ?.
Why was no action taken against the writer of those songs ?.
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written by Semuaok, August 31, 2010 02:16:58
written by Semuaok, August 31, 2010 02:16:58
A*****e,
Namewee, like most singer, tend to criticism the government of the day. If you don't like it then don't buy/listen to it. And in fact if you pay attention to the lyric you might become a better person/government.
But children, who are there to learn, have no choice but to be exposed to these A*****e racist HMs bullshit talking nonsense.
For the last 53 years these schools are mass producing little Ibrahim Ali clone into our society. Now our ex PM become the father of all racist.
1) If you tak suka you balik Cina. like it's a bad idea.
2) UMNO Malay entitle to 30% of your hard earn money but sapu everything.
3) Allah these, Allah that. If Allah is around he would probably kill himself.
The school are teaching nonsense, the government are F**king with you, our Sultans are like parasite.
How do we survive in these circumstances when our natural resources ran out.?????
Namewee, like most singer, tend to criticism the government of the day. If you don't like it then don't buy/listen to it. And in fact if you pay attention to the lyric you might become a better person/government.
But children, who are there to learn, have no choice but to be exposed to these A*****e racist HMs bullshit talking nonsense.
For the last 53 years these schools are mass producing little Ibrahim Ali clone into our society. Now our ex PM become the father of all racist.
1) If you tak suka you balik Cina. like it's a bad idea.
2) UMNO Malay entitle to 30% of your hard earn money but sapu everything.
3) Allah these, Allah that. If Allah is around he would probably kill himself.
The school are teaching nonsense, the government are F**king with you, our Sultans are like parasite.
How do we survive in these circumstances when our natural resources ran out.?????
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written by Daryl, August 31, 2010 00:51:00
written by Daryl, August 31, 2010 00:51:00
If this guy goes to jail than make sure that the headmistress and PM/UMNO goes to jail as well. The headmistress started the fire but no action from Federal government cause this outbust so someone need to take responsibilities.
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written by lynn, August 31, 2010 00:43:33
written by lynn, August 31, 2010 00:43:33
Hoi, what the fcuk is this country turning into? The bloody fcuking racist seditious BITCH (sorry doggies) of a headmistress gets off scot-free for making seditious remarks while Namewee who poked fun at The Bitch is to be investigated for sedition? Bakri Z, obviously you are a racist too! The Bitch is a Malay so she is spared while Namewee is Chinese so you are going to screw him. I just returned from Spore, and my advice to all the Malaysian Chinese working there, please, don't come back to bodohland. Stay in Singapore. Oh, Thank Heavens for Mr Lee Kuan Yew's genius & for Singapore's prosperity!!! All Chinese shld thank Heaven for Singapore's existence!
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written by edmundkang, August 31, 2010 00:21:35
written by edmundkang, August 31, 2010 00:21:35
the only thing i want to say:"Go EAT BANANA" NA!
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written by IbnAbdHalim, August 30, 2010 23:58:05
written by IbnAbdHalim, August 30, 2010 23:58:05
What the fcuk is happening to this nation? The racist headmistress who is the real culprit who could spark of racial tensions is let off and a rapper who only "fcuk"the headmistress is at fault. Don't tell us that by degrading the headmistress for her racist comments could trigger racial tensions and considered as sedition and her racial comments meant no harm at all? What type of a pariah state are we in?
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written by Catharsis, August 30, 2010 21:43:28
written by Catharsis, August 30, 2010 21:43:28
A VERY SICK SYSTEM.............................
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written by storm62, August 30, 2010 20:52:37
written by storm62, August 30, 2010 20:52:37
Najis, you're a phucking racist....Do you want more Chinese blood for your crooked knife?......come, catch me....what are you waiting for?
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written by mrbean, August 30, 2010 20:48:12
written by mrbean, August 30, 2010 20:48:12
i watched the video and can't help laughing.. this guy is talented.. but there is nothing seditious about this song.. instead the authorities should investigate the headmisstress for sedition instead...
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written by albert zacharias, August 30, 2010 20:07:07
written by albert zacharias, August 30, 2010 20:07:07
What!!! The headmistress still on paid leave and making Raya goodies while they want to catch Namewee for sedition????
Apa ini???? Bodoh kah?? The headmistress should by now be in jail lah! BN you kalah teruklah GE14.
Mati...lengkok lah BN!!!
Apa ini???? Bodoh kah?? The headmistress should by now be in jail lah! BN you kalah teruklah GE14.
Mati...lengkok lah BN!!!
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written by Democrats, August 30, 2010 19:07:44
written by Democrats, August 30, 2010 19:07:44
If i were to assume all is fair, my conclusion is that if you want to make any racist statement, make sure you call a press conference. You'll get immunity from any punishment. but write a song, or rap about it or blog about it, you will surely get into trouble.
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written by Alice, August 30, 2010 19:04:57
written by Alice, August 30, 2010 19:04:57
Wee stood up against racism in an intelligent way. Your bloody racist educator with a stinking heart insulted the Chinese and Indians. Who should be punished? Bloody racist fools always trying to protect their racist friends. Dirty hypocrites. We must stand up for Wee because he was brave enough to stand up for Racism. Jail that principal. She has said seditious stuff not Wee!! Have you heard her apologize for her sins?????
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written by ez24get, August 30, 2010 19:00:24
written by ez24get, August 30, 2010 19:00:24
If the BN Government dares to bring Namewee to face the music, it will bring the wrath not only the non-malay communities in Malaysia but the entire music lovers in the whole world who care for freedom of expression in songs. The whole world will come to know of the injustices of the present Government who let the perpetrators of racism go scot-free but penalize a brave youngster who dares to express his freedom in his songs. It will not look good that a whole Government machinery is taking on a puny youngster. This young rapper will be a rallying force that will bring this racist Government to its knees.
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written by mikemui, August 30, 2010 18:56:15
written by mikemui, August 30, 2010 18:56:15
What about the headmistress? No action till today? *showing middle finger*
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written by hellosunshine, August 30, 2010 18:50:02
written by hellosunshine, August 30, 2010 18:50:02
Mahalanun and Katakbrahim can incite the Malays everyday but a non Malay cannot even voice out their furstration on racism and inequality. What's MCA and Gerakan gonna do? Nothing, I suppose as it would mean going against their master. Let's see you eunuchs stand up for justice and equality as a man, for crying out loud! 
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written by Kacang Tanah, August 30, 2010 18:09:27
written by Kacang Tanah, August 30, 2010 18:09:27
Pukimak, when the headmistress making seditious remark Najis senyap saja bagai kerongkongnya disumbat pisang. Kini apabila Namewee tampil ke hadapan untuk mengutuk headmistress yang racist itu cepat-cepat dia menggesa polis untuk menyiasat Namewee.
Najis ini memang bukan PM rakyat malaysia, dia cuma PM bagi UMNO. Kita perlukan seorang PM yang betul-betul mewakil rakyat malaysia.
Najis ini memang bukan PM rakyat malaysia, dia cuma PM bagi UMNO. Kita perlukan seorang PM yang betul-betul mewakil rakyat malaysia.
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written by truthbespoken, August 30, 2010 17:43:41
written by truthbespoken, August 30, 2010 17:43:41
Double standards! Double standards! Racism! Racism! UMNO and PDRM are practicing double standards and racism! What else can it be when the real perpetrators of racism (mainly Malays) are untouched or let go lightly while the complainants (mostly non-Malays) are promptly hauled up? What a F**ked-up country Malaysia has become! Mahathir and UMNO, through BTN, are killing Malaysia's Malaysian soul!
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written by Oscar Winner, August 30, 2010 17:27:46
written by Oscar Winner, August 30, 2010 17:27:46
Namewee, may I suggest you write more songs and rap till BN/UMNO R.I.P. Why not rap from abroad, like RPK is wrting in a land away from this regime ganas. Once they're overthrown, we will roll out the red carpet for you people when you come back
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written by Tohoen, August 30, 2010 17:25:53
written by Tohoen, August 30, 2010 17:25:53
How can this happen? How can telling the truth be seditious? In fact, Namewee is telling us that the headmistress was seditious and a racist and if anyone who should be charged under the Sedition Act is her!
How can Najib instigate the police to investigate and take action against someone who tells the truth and revealed to Malaysians that the HM made a seditious and racist statement? How can Bakri Zinin then act on it and harass the truth teller and let go of the seditious and racist HM?
I propose that Najib and Bakri Zinin should be hauled up and investigated under the Sedition Act and charged under that Act read together with Section 34 of the Penal Code.
Hey IGP and AG Gani, please act now and prefer a charge under the Sedition Act for the HM and another charge each against Najib Razak and Bakri Zinin under the Sedition Act to be read together with section 34 of the Penal Code. Do it fast!
How can Najib instigate the police to investigate and take action against someone who tells the truth and revealed to Malaysians that the HM made a seditious and racist statement? How can Bakri Zinin then act on it and harass the truth teller and let go of the seditious and racist HM?
I propose that Najib and Bakri Zinin should be hauled up and investigated under the Sedition Act and charged under that Act read together with Section 34 of the Penal Code.
Hey IGP and AG Gani, please act now and prefer a charge under the Sedition Act for the HM and another charge each against Najib Razak and Bakri Zinin under the Sedition Act to be read together with section 34 of the Penal Code. Do it fast!
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written by Angela Ooi, August 30, 2010 17:18:23
written by Angela Ooi, August 30, 2010 17:18:23
Aiyoh, the leaders have already said the 2 Headmistresses apologized already, so all is well. If feelings are hurt in this instance, why can't the same be applied to Namewee? Good, decent people are JUST and fair to all across the board. PDRM take note!
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written by cheekhiaw, August 30, 2010 17:00:39
written by cheekhiaw, August 30, 2010 17:00:39
A song is dangerous enough to mobilise the police but stealing billions is an acceptable special right committed even by those in charge of policing the country...we are living in 1Thievesland
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written by Kaneeneh, August 30, 2010 16:58:00
written by Kaneeneh, August 30, 2010 16:58:00
Namewee is a rare talent to rise from this crap hole we call home. In the midst of licensed thieves and protected robbers, he is an angel come to ur rescue. He dares to voice up and face the music, unlike the cowards who cower under the guise of (Malay) race and (Islam) religion.
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written by arazak, August 30, 2010 16:37:21
written by arazak, August 30, 2010 16:37:21
UMNO must have their pea-brain all screwed up. Namewee was in fact telling to "fcuk racism". How can that be seditious? He was telling the racist Head Mistress what an ars@hole she was! Which was indeed very true! Didn't the whole country agreed that the Headmistress was indeed a racist ars@hole?
On the other hand, Ibrahim freeloader Ali had in fact done much more damage and discontent among the races in Bolehland! Why was he not even being investigated? Is it because Ibrahim Ali's skin colour is different from Namewee that he is immune from any seditious charges despite almost daily he has bee spewing racist remarks from his stinking mouth?
By the way. . ., why do they just merely transfer the headmistress and not charge the her with sedition? And now, when we have somebody who is bold enough to say "fcuk racism", they are hell bent to charge him for sedition?
This is absolutely absurd and this double-standard regime is testing the peoples' patient!
People. . ., did you all not see what this double-standard regime is doing?
On the other hand, Ibrahim freeloader Ali had in fact done much more damage and discontent among the races in Bolehland! Why was he not even being investigated? Is it because Ibrahim Ali's skin colour is different from Namewee that he is immune from any seditious charges despite almost daily he has bee spewing racist remarks from his stinking mouth?
By the way. . ., why do they just merely transfer the headmistress and not charge the her with sedition? And now, when we have somebody who is bold enough to say "fcuk racism", they are hell bent to charge him for sedition?
This is absolutely absurd and this double-standard regime is testing the peoples' patient!
People. . ., did you all not see what this double-standard regime is doing?
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written by Concerned_Citizen, August 30, 2010 16:35:42
written by Concerned_Citizen, August 30, 2010 16:35:42
The principal was not acted upon on, the penang armno goon was not investigated under sedition (hanya gantung ahli tiga tahun tapi lepas tu jadi satu tahun sebab berjasa, dapat pingat pulak tu), the perkasa big mouth was spared when he made seditious remarks. In 2008, the terengganu umno branch called the sultan as 'natang'. How about the uncivilised incident when umno people kicking and spitting the cow head, wasn't this seditious. I know few of them are punished but lightly. Go to hell ler...
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Yes, he f*cked all the racists in his songs but did not show disrespect to any community.
I wonder why the police is interested in him over this song?