[4] They are divided into two major groups, namely: The 2010 census, the Temoq people were included in the Semelai population due to the small numbers of Temoq people.

[1] Semelai music has been passed down for generations with little modification to suit modern times.

[13] This musical style is often performed in community halls or houses during feasts, weddings, circumcision ceremonies, gatherings and welcoming visitors for the purpose of entertainment.

[14] This music is performed with songs sung in Semelai language.

The music of the Semelai is also used for healing purposes,[13] such as singing in fertility ceremony.