indonesiabersatu 3Speak Podcast

https://3speak.tv/watch?v=indonesiabersatu/qlzyiatl
Hello all Hive brothers and sisters and music lovers, I'm Zein Grind from the band @indonesiabersatu, returning to the weekly event #HiveOpenMic week 219 with the theme "Traditional Music" chosen by @ernesto6402. Wow, this theme is interesting to me. In this theme, I'm sharing a cover of a traditional song from Central Java called "Lir-ilir," infused with Punk Rock.

So, the song "Lir Ilir" doesn't have a clear composer as it has been a heritage song for a long time. Some cultural experts say that this is a verse created by Sunan Kalijaga, a spreader of Islam in Java through culture. But you know what? This song actually has an interesting philosophical meaning. "Lir Ilir" can be interpreted as being about life, nature, and the relationship between humans and their surrounding environment. This song also invites us to see the world with a more holistic view and to seek harmony between us and the universe.

For me, this song is not just a cultural heritage of Indonesia, but also contains deep philosophical meanings. However, more than that, this song also triggers sweet memories from a childhood full of joy and happiness. My childhood was colored by often humming the song "Lir Ilir" while playing with friends. This song takes me back to warm and joyful memories from childhood. Singing this song again in a punk rock cover brings a nostalgic feeling that flows so naturally, taking me back to a colorful past.

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## Javanese Lyrics

Lir-ilir, lir-ilir tandure wong sumilir

Tak ijo royo royo, tak sengguh panganten anyar

Cah angon, cah angon penekna blimbing kuwi

Lunyu lunyu penekna kanggo mbasuh dodotiro

Dodotiro, dodotira kumintir bedah ing pinggir

Dondomana jrumatana kanggo seba mengko sore

Mumpung padang rembulane

Mumpung jembar kalangane

Sun suraka surak hiyo

[Lyrics source by lyricfind](https://lyrics.lyricfind.com/lyrics/jago-kluruk-ilir-ilir)

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In the production process of this song, I tried to create something unique. With bass worked on with high energy and strong punk rock distortion, I aimed to give a fresh touch to this traditional song. For audio recording, I trusted the Dolphin 2-channel sound card for excellent quality. Meanwhile, drums and bass distortion effects were made using FL Studio software, and audio recording and editing were done using Adobe Audition CC. Lastly, the final video editing process was done using the desktop version of Capcut. Thank you for watching and listening to the traditional song cover I shared today. Greetings and blessings.

## Original version of the song:

https://youtu.be/ZDGhJ4ToP2k?si=TV-CDCst7i6xaIp_&t=23


https://3speak.tv/watch?v=indonesiabersatu/hhxqjsso
Hello Hive brethren and music enthusiasts! Greetings and blessings. Today, I would like to share a piece of my work in the Groovy Goregrind genre. I have just created a solo project that I named MICROPARASITE. The song is titled "Intimacy in the Parliament Building". This song is an expression of disappointment and criticism towards the officials in the parliament building who are often involved in extravagant behaviors. In my country, we are all too familiar with news related to the lack of performance, corruption cases, and scandals that often involve members of the parliament. That's why I created this song.

Some of you may not be familiar with the type of music I am playing today. I will explain a bit about the Groovy goregrind music genre. It is a subgenre of extreme metal music that combines elements from grindcore, death metal, and goregrind. This music is known for its fast drum patterns, distinctive growling vocals, and lyrics that often touch on extreme themes. Groovy goregrind typically has more varied drum patterns and supports a deeper groove compared to conventional goregrind. This makes the music sound heavier while still maintaining the distinctive brutality of the genre.

In the production process of this song, I used a Bass with distortion effects in audio editing to create a rougher and heavier sound. As for the drums, I used the "RealDrum" application because I do not have drums at home. Audio recording was done using Adobe Audition CC software, while video editing was done with the desktop version of Capcut. In my opinion, both of these software tools were easy to use in producing this piece.

Regarding vocal style technique, I experimented with growling and pigsqueal voices to convey strong emotions in this song. The critical message conveyed through this vocal style is an authentic expression of disappointment towards the political situation and ethics happening in the parliament building. Unfortunately, the vocal technique I used did not meet expectations because I feel that my vocal sound is not terrifying and menacing enough. It seems like I will ask for help from a friend for the next song in filling in the vocals.

Thank you for watching and listening to this song. Greetings and blessings to all of us!


https://3speak.tv/watch?v=indonesiabersatu/anelcgbm
Hello Hive Open Mic community friends. Greetings and blessings to all of us. Today, the weekly Hive Open Mic event has entered week 217, with the theme "Always Grateful," chosen by our friend @ashiru. This is an interesting theme for me. So, I covered a song from the punk band from Bali "Superman Is Dead" titled "Jadilah Legenda."


[image source](https://bali.antaranews.com/berita/289393/superman-is-dead-ceritakan-kisah-sukses-27-tahun-berkarya)

I want to share with you the reasons that drove me to choose to cover this song. This song is about Indonesia (my country). In the diversity of cultures, ethnicities, cuisines, and the natural beauty that Indonesia possesses, I feel truly fortunate to be born and raised in this country. Since I was young, I have been amazed by the stories of Indonesia's abundant natural wealth, fertile land that yields plentiful harvests, and abundant natural resources.

However, it cannot be denied that amid all that beauty, Indonesia also faces a number of equally heavy challenges. There are still issues in the uneven education system, worrying unemployment rates, high levels of corruption, as well as social inequality and injustice that continue to haunt. But behind the shadows of those challenges, I still believe that each of us has a crucial role in bringing about positive change in Indonesia.

Through this song, I want to express gratitude and hope that the youth in Indonesia should and must be able to become agents of change that lead Indonesia towards a better future. I always pray and continue to voice through music to keep holding hands, forgetting differences, and together building Indonesia as a nation where every individual has equal opportunities, where justice and prosperity can be enjoyed by all Indonesians. Be a legend in the story of struggling to create a better Indonesia because every small step of change will have a great impact on future generations.

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## Indonesian Lyrics

Hembus angin yang terasa panas

Keringat menetes di dada

Tiada henti kau bekerja keras

Berjuang demi cinta

Untuk Indonesia, teruslah bertahan

Walau dihancurkan, disakiti

Kau tetap berdiri di sini

Untuk Indonesia, jadilah legenda

Kita bisa dan percaya

Lihat laut dan indahnya ombak

Gemulainya pohon kelapa

Para gadis yang mulai menari

Kibarkan merah putih

Untuk Indonesia, kita punya semua

Seribu budaya dan kekayaan alam

Yang takkan terkalahkan

Untuk Indonesia, jadilah legenda

Kita bisa dan percaya

Darah Indonesia, akulah halilintarmu

Darah Indonesia menggelegar 'tuk selamanya

Darah Indonesia, walau badai menghadang

Kau takkan pernah hilang

Walau badai menghadang

## English Lyrics

The hot wind blows

Sweat dripping on the chest

Relentlessly you work hard

Fighting for love

For Indonesia, keep holding on

Even if destroyed, hurt

You still stand here

For Indonesia, be a legend

We can and believe

Look at the sea and the beauty of the waves

The swaying coconut trees

The girls starting to dance

Wave the red and white flag

For Indonesia, we have it all

A thousand cultures and natural wealth

That will never be defeated

For Indonesia, be a legend

We can and believe

Indonesia's blood, I am your lightning

Indonesia's blood thunders forever

Indonesia's blood, even though storms block the way

You will never disappear

Even though storms block the way

[Lyrics source by Musixmatch](https://www.musixmatch.com/lyrics/Superman-Is-Dead/Jadilah-Legenda)

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Btw, In the production process of this cover song, I used the Dolphin sound card to record the Bass and Vocals. Additionally, in the audio editing phase, I entrusted the use of Adobe Audition CC software. To perfect the final result, in the video editing process, I utilized the desktop version of Capcut software. Through this combination of tools and software, I was able to create a personal interpretation that I feel honors the essence of the song I chose to cover. Thank you for watching and listening to my music cover. Greetings and blessings.


https://3speak.tv/watch?v=indonesiabersatu/utoswkym
Hello dear Hive Open Mic brothers and sisters. It's been a while since I was last here, and now I'm back. Today, we are celebrating the HiveOpenMic event, which has reached week 216, with the theme of Pop Ballads, chosen by @marifi. For this week, I will be performing a cover of the song "Selamat Jalan" by TipeX. This song tells the story of losing a friend to death. Therefore, I dedicate this song to Opan Gobank, who was not only a friend but also a mentor and the vocalist of our band.

By the way, I want to share something with all of you here. Recently, I experienced a deep loss. A friend who was also my mentor and the vocalist in our band has left us forever. It's hard to express how broken my heart was when I heard the news of his departure. My friend and I have been together since we were young. We grew up together and shared many adventures and dreams. He was not just a friend who was always there for me, but also a mentor who provided inspiration and guidance in life and music. Together, we formed a band and shared a dream of being rebels in the music world.

Losing a friend and mentor who was so close has left a deep wound in my heart. I feel lost and unsure of how to move forward without his presence. However, in moments like these, I remember what he used to say about having a strong and resilient spirit to face anything. As a tribute to my friend and mentor who has passed away, I decided to cover the song "Selamat Jalan" by Tipe-X. This song carries a deep meaning and lyrics that depict gratitude, honor, and a difficult farewell. Through this song, I want to express how thankful I am for all the support, guidance, and memories we shared.


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## Indonesian Lyric

Terlalu lama engkau terkenang

Hancurkan diri, kian jauh tenggelam

Lelah mencoba 'tuk lepaskan beban

Kaubeli mimpi, semu tak berarti sendiri

Tak mampu kau beranjak pergi

Jalan yang panjang, nanar kautatap

Tak lagi peduli semua yang terjadi

S'makin dalam larut anganmu melayang

Mimpimu hadirkan semua penantian

Alunan apa ajak kau bernyanyi?

Akhirnya kau pun pergi tak kembali

Banyak sudah kisah yang tertinggal

Kaubuat jadi satu kenangan

Seorang sahabat pergi

Tanpa tangis, arungi mimpi

S'lamat jalan, Kawan, cepatlah berlabuh

Mimpimu kini t'lah kaudapati

Tak ada lagi seorang pun yang mengganggu

Kau bernyanyi

Tiap haruku hanya sanggup mengingat

Jelas bayangmu yang masih melekat

Dalam kecewa, ku hanya mampu katakan

Tetaplah tersenyum, kar'na itu jalan yang telah kaupilih

Terbanglah, oh, terbanglah bersama pelangi

Banyak sudah kisah yang tertinggal

Kaubuat jadi satu kenangan

Seorang sahabat pergi

Tanpa tangis, arungi mimpi

S'lamat jalan, Kawan, cepatlah berlabuh

Mimpimu kini t'lah kaudapati

Tak ada lagi seorang pun yang mengganggu

Kau bernyanyi

S'moga dalam damai, engkau mengerti

Arti dalamnya jalan yang kaudaki

Hingga indahnya bias mentari

Tak lagi kaunikmati

S'lamat jalan, Kawan, cepatlah berlabuh

Mimpimu kini t'lah kaudapati

Tak ada lagi seorang pun yang mengganggu

Kau bernyanyi

## Translate Lyrics

Too long have you been remembered

Destroy yourself, sink further and further

Tired of trying to let go of the burden

You bought a dream, meaningless alone

You can't afford to leave

The long road, you stare

No longer care about everything that happens

S'increasingly deep dissolve your imagination drifted

Your dream presents all the waiting

What strains are you singing?

Finally you left and didn't come back

Many stories have been left behind

You made it into one memory

A friend left

Without crying, navigate the dream

S'selamat jalan, Kawan, hurry up and dock

Your dreams are now in your hands

There's no one to disturb you anymore

You sing

Every day I can only remember

Clearly your shadow is still lingering

In disappointment, I can only say

Keep smiling, because that's the path you've chosen

Fly, oh, fly with the rainbow

Many stories have been left behind

You made it into one memory

A friend left

Without crying, embrace the dream

Goodbye, friend, hurry up and dock

Your dreams are now in your hands

There's no one to disturb you anymore

You sing

S'may in peace, you understand

The depth of the path you walk

Until the beautiful bias of the sun

You no longer enjoy

S'lamat jalan, Kawan, hasten to dock

Your dream is now in sight

There's no one to disturb you anymore

You're singing

[Lyrics source by musixmatch](https://www.musixmatch.com/lyrics/Tipe-X/Selamat-Jalan)

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In the process of covering this song, I used Adobe Audition software and a soundcard to record the bass and vocals. For the drums, I used the Real Drum application on my Android phone. I used distortion effects on the bass sound to express the difficult-to-express feelings of loss. In this cover, I hope to convey the depth of pain and longing that I feel. Even in recording the vocals, I had to redo several takes because I cried while singing. Covering this song is not only to remember and honor my friend who has passed away, but also as a form of therapy and comfort for myself. Music provides a space for me to express pent-up emotions and reminisce about the beautiful memories we shared.

Although this loss still leaves a deep wound, I hope that through this song, I can celebrate the life and legacy that my friend left behind. May through music, I can find peace and strengthen myself to continue our musical journey with the same spirit that my friend, who has passed away, taught me. Thank you for watching and listening to this cover song. May it inspire and bring comfort to those who also experience deep loss. Let us continue to remember and honor those who have departed in the most meaningful ways for each of us. Greetings and blessings.


https://3speak.tv/watch?v=indonesiabersatu/gwleqhad
Hello everyone, Greetings and blessings. Introducing, we are IndonesiaBersatu, a Punk Rock band from Medan, Indonesia. This is our first content in the Vibes Web3 Music community, we are proud to present an original song that we wrote yesterday.

So, we wrote the song "Cerita Kita" because we wanted to express how precious friendship is in life. This song is a way for us to appreciate and celebrate all the beautiful moments we've shared with our friends.

We feel that friendship is a very important and precious thing. We realize that our friends have been our lifeline in difficult times, and have always been by our side without hesitation. Therefore, we would like to express our gratitude through this song.

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## Indonesian Lyrics

"Banyak kisah yang terlewati

Tentang kita, saat bersama

Kau menjadi penyemangat hidup

Melawan semua dan tetap di sampingku

Hitam Putih jalan ini

Tak kan pernah ku tangisi

Bahagia kehidupan yang nyata

Karena kau teman tetap di sampingku

Bukti kita satu jiwa

Selamanya kan tetap bersatu

Tetap lah ada, melawan semua

Bersama kita di jalan yang satu"

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## English Translate Lyrics

Many stories have passed

About us, when we were together

You've been the life of the party

Fighting all and staying by my side

Black and white this road

I will never cry

The happiness of real life

Because you're my constant companion

Proof we are one soul

Forever will remain united

Stay there, fight all

Together we are on one path

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In the lyrics of the song "Our Story", we tried to capture the feeling of how precious true friendship is. We wanted to convey the message that friendship can provide true strength and happiness in our lives.

This song also reflects our optimistic attitude towards life. Although there are challenges and obstacles along the way, we choose not to cry over them. Instead, we choose to celebrate real life and cherish every moment we spend with our friends.

In the song "Our Story", we also wanted to emphasize how strong the unity and eternity of friendship are. We want to say to our friends here, that we are all one soul that will remain united forever. Together, we can face any challenges and go through life's journey inseparably.

So, that's the reason behind the song "Our Story" that we wrote. This song is an expression of gratitude to our friends and also a reminder of how precious friendship is in our lives. Hopefully, this song can inspire others to cherish and celebrate their friendships too.

Thank you for stopping by to read and watch this original music video that we dedicated to the Vibes Web3 Music community. Hope you like it. Greetings and blessings.

*Vocals: Opan Gobank

Guitar: Rico Sirait

Bass: Zein Grind

Drums: Real Drum App*


https://3speak.tv/watch?v=indonesiabersatu/lsjmnoyu
Greetings Hive Music community. We are a Punk Rock band from Medan, Indonesia. On this occasion, we present an original song entitled "Selamat Jalan" (Goodbye). In producing this song, we did a track record using Adobe Audition cc software, as well as for mastering. We also used the desktop version of CapCut software in processing this video. This song tells the story of a friend in arms who has passed away.



In this life, we are often faced with various challenges and obstacles. However, there are some things that can give us the strength and spirit to keep moving forward, namely friendship, togetherness, struggle, and the desire to create a better world. Despite disappointments and losses, the spirit to keep fighting and unite must remain.

Friendship is a strong emotional bond between two or more individuals. In friendship, we find support, trust, and warmth that can strengthen our spirit. When we have friends who are always by our side, we feel more courageous in facing all challenges and difficulties. Friendship also gives us the opportunity to learn, grow, and develop together.

When a friend dies, we may feel lost and devastated. However, the struggle that we have started together should not stop. Even though our friend is gone, the passion and purpose we shared together still lives on. While losing a comrade-in-arms is a heavy blow, continuing their fight is a way to ensure that their legacy lives on and the common goal will be achieved. In continuing this fight, we can also find support and strength from other comrades-in-arms. Together, we can continue the fight and create a better world, in honor of our departed friend.

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## Lyrics

Terdiam menutup mata

benarkah engkau masih ada

Bersamaku Berjuang Kawan

Akankah kita kan tetap satu

Melangkah berjihad demi dunia yang baru

akhiri kisah penindasan

Banyak Kata dan tetes darah

angkat suara teriakan kita kawan

Mari Kita perjuangkan

Kini

mimpi

kita terhenti

Kini Kisah

hanya tangisi kepergianmu kawan

## Translate Lyric

Silently close your eyes

are you still there

With me Fighting Friend

Will we remain one

Stepping up to fight for a new world

End the story of oppression

Many words and drops of blood

Raise the voice of our cry comrades

Let us fight

Now

dream

we stopped

Now the story

just cry for your departure my friend

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Many thanks to Hive Musik friends who have listened and read this post. Keep your spirits up, greetings and blessings to all.

> This Article was translated by www.deepl.com


https://3speak.tv/watch?v=indonesiabersatu/tmhsghvz
Hello Hive Open Mic brothers and sisters who remain in good spirits. Greetings and blessings to all. My name is Zein Grind from @indonesiabersatu band, returning to the weekly #OpenMic event which has entered its 198th week, with the theme "Rebelión" chosen by our friend @rasecdus. It's very interesting and I'm very excited to discuss this theme.



[image source](https://www.discogs.com/artist/1125771-Bunga-Hitam)

For this week, I performed a cover song that I dedicated to the 198th week of Hive Open Mic called Negaraku, Penjaraku. In English, My Country is My Jail. This song was written by Bunga Hitam. They are a legendary Punk Rock band from Jakarta, Indonesia. The song is a critique of the authoritarian state of the country during the New Order era (1966 - 1998).

When the Old and New Order came to power in Indonesia, excessive militarism took over the lives of the people. Authoritarian rule and the suppression of those who dared to speak out for justice created an atmosphere where the state seemed to be a prison for its people. Excessive militarism often results in authoritarian rule. Human rights are ignored and individual freedoms are restricted. People live in fear and under close surveillance. Those who dare to speak out for justice are punished without due process. This creates an unsettling climate of injustice.

However, amidst these bleak circumstances, there were those who dared to resist militarism and seek justice for the people. These rebels are heroes fighting to change an unjust situation. They faced great risks, but their courage was unwavering. With the spirit of resistance, they sought to overthrow the militarist regime and build a more democratic society. Although the challenges faced were enormous, the hope for change remained alive. With resistance and awareness of injustice, people can hope that one day militarism will no longer rule the country and people can live in freedom and justice. Change takes time, but with determination and hard work, the people can achieve a better future.

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## Indonesian Lyrics

Aku cinta, negaraku yang berseragam

Negara yang berbicara dengan senapan

Seakan bersuara seperti intervensi

Ku tak tau kemana arahnya

Aku bukan seorang patriotik sejati

Yang menunggu dering telepon penuh misi

Ku tak mau mati seperti mereka

Ku tak tau ucapkan revolusi

Ooo...

Negaraku

Ooo...

Penjaraku

Merah putih, lambang bendera yang tercinta

Negaraku, penjaraku yang tersayang

Ku bahkan tak tau artinya kebebasan

Menyerah pada akhir ketukan drum

## English Lyrics

I love, my country in uniform

The country that speaks with a gun

As if sounding like an intervention

I don't know where it's going

I am not a true patriot

Who waits for the phone to ring with a mission

I don't want to die like them

I don't know how to say revolution

Ooo...

My country

Ooo...

My jailers

Red and white, my beloved flag

My country, my dear jailor

I don't even know what freedom means

Surrender at the end of the drum beat

[Lyric Source by chordtela](https://www.chordtela.com/2014/09/bunga-hitam-negaraku-penjaraku.html)

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From this week's theme, rebellion against militarism is an important step in seeking justice for the people. In a country trapped in oppression and injustice, the struggle of rebellion is a hope for a better change.

In making this music video, I used the RealDrum app from my android phone to create the drums. I used Adobe Audition CC to record guitar, bass, and vocals, and edited the audio in the software. After the audio was finished, I used Capcut to edit the video. Thank you very much for listening to the cover song that I played, I hope you like it. Greetings and blessings.

## Original Song Version From Bunga Hitam

https://youtu.be/67cKBOTIpLA?si=JBc5Ton9tDljiech


https://3speak.tv/watch?v=indonesiabersatu/xawdsimi
Hello Hive Open Mic brothers and sisters who remain in good spirits. Greetings and blessings to all. My name is Zein Grind from @indonesiabersatu band, returning to the weekly #OpenMic event which has entered its 197th week, with the theme "Fall In Love" chosen by our friend @generp.This is an interesting theme.

It's very interesting to talk about love. We know how it feels to fall in love. It's like a beautiful dance, full of mesmerizing rhythms and melodies. There are unexplainable vibrations, a racing heartbeat, and a warm feeling that fills every corner of the heart. Falling in love can make the world seem brighter, colors more vivid, and days filled with joy. It's like seeing the world through new glasses, where everything seems more beautiful and hopeful.

However, falling in love can also be a roller coaster of emotions, with intoxicating highs and stomach-turning lows. There are moments of uncertainty, doubt, and even pain. But that's what makes falling in love so special and precious. It is a journey filled with lessons, growth, and self-discovery.

In the journey of the person in love, there is the fear of losing the loved one. When a person falls in love, they give their heart and feelings completely to their partner. However, by giving so much to a special person, there is a fear that they might lose the person who means so much to them. Therefore, I present a song titled "Kasih Jangan Kau Pergi" by Bunga Band. Below are the lyrics and translation;

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## Indonesian Lyrics

wajahmu selalu terbayang

dalam setiap angan

yang tak pernah bisa hilang

walau sekejab

ingin selalu dekatmu

enggan hati berpisah

larut dalam dekapanmu

setiap saat, setiap saat

Oh kasih, janganlah pergi

tetaplah kau selalu di sini

jangan biarkan diriku sendiri

larut di dalam sepi

terlelap dalam belaianmu

takkan pernah kulepas

biarlah diriku kau manja

dalam pelukan

gemulai setiap gerakanmu

membuatku selalu rindu

ku kecup manis bibirmu

kusayang padamu

## English Translate Lyrics

your face is always imagined

in every daydream

that can never disappear

even for a moment

want to always be near you

reluctant to part with my heart

dissolve in your embrace

every moment

oh love, don't go away

Keep you always here

don't leave me alone

dissolve in loneliness

fall asleep in your caress

I will never let go

let myself be spoiled

in your arms

your every movement

makes me always miss

I kiss your sweet lips

I love you

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In making this music video that I present, I used the RealDrum application from my android phone to create the drum beats. I also used Adobe Audition cc software to record the electric guitar, bass and vocals. After the audio was finished, I used the Capcut application to put together the video and audio that I had recorded with the help of a dholpin soundcard. Below is the original version of the song from Bunga Band. Although the original song is so soft and calm, I covered their song with my own version, which is Punk Rock. Thanks for listening, hope you like it. Greetings and blessings.

## Original Version Song

https://youtu.be/l-ZYtF_ah2c?si=k-iiMczPWyQFoQCZ



https://3speak.tv/watch?v=indonesiabersatu/erutbgca
Hello Hive Open Mic brothers and sisters who remain in good spirits. Greetings and blessings to all. My name is Zein Grind from @indonesiabersatu band, back at the weekly #OpenMic event which has entered its 195th week, with the theme "Amistad" chosen by our friend @nazatpt. This is an interesting theme.

I really like discussing the topic of friendship, because friendship is so important in our lives. Friends are people we can rely on. Friends are always there for us when we need support, both joy and sorrow. In addition, a friend will help us grow and develop as individuals. A friend can give us a new perspective and help us learn from their experiences. A friendship will give us a sense of happiness and fulfillment. Because friendship will strengthen each other.

But, there are times when friendships become tenuous due to differences of opinion. Differences of opinion are natural in every relationship, including friendships. I experienced this in 2019. At that time I had two close friends, but due to differences in political views, the three of us were no longer close. It was during the election period. There were two presidential candidates running. My first friend supported a presidential candidate who leaned towards religious people, my second friend supported a presidential candidate who leaned towards nationalism, and I didn't support either of them because I didn't like identity politics. Initially, my two friends started to fall out because of their different political choices. I tried to bring them back together and told them not to be too fanatical about politics and ideology. But in the end, I was also shunned for not supporting one of them.

From my experience, I covered the song Kepompong by Sindentosca for my two friends who are no longer close to me. This song was released in 2017. Written by Jalu Hikmat Fitriadi. This song also became the soundtrack of the movie with the same title. Overall, this song tells the story of a friendship that used to be so warm, close, and inseparable but now it has become the opposite. Although it has long been released, this song is still widely sung. Below are the lyrics of the song Kepompong by Sindentosca.


[image source](https://www.m.djarumcoklat.com/article/apa-kabar-sind3ntosca?page=27)

## Indonesian Lyrics

Dulu kita sahabat, teman begitu hangat

Mengalahkan sinar mentari

Dulu kita sahabat, berteman bagai ulat

Berharap jadi kupu-kupu

Kini kita berjalan berjauh-jauhan

Kau jauhi diriku karna sesuatu

Mungkin ku terlalu bertindak kejauhan

Namun itu karna ku sayang

Persahabatan bagai kepompong

Mengubah ulat menjadi kupu-kupu

Persahabatan bagai kepompong

Hal yang tak mudah berubah jadi indah

Persahabatan bagai kepompong

Maklumi teman hadapi perbedaan

Persahabatan bagai kepompong

Kepompong

## English Lyrics

We used to be best friends, friends so warm

Beating the sunshine

We used to be best friends, friends like caterpillars

Hoping to become a butterfly

Now we walk far apart

You stay away from me because of something

Maybe I'm acting too far away

But that's because I love you

Friendship is like a cocoon

Turning a caterpillar into a butterfly

Friendship is like a cocoon

Things that are not easy turn out to be beautiful

Friendship is like a cocoon

Understand your friends' differences

Friendship is like a cocoon

Cocoon

[Lyrics source by Genius](https://genius.com/Sind3ntosca-kepompong-lyrics)

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In making this music video, I used the RealDrum application from my android phone to create drums, then used my electric bass. However, I gave the bass sound a distortion effect to have a punk and noise rock impression. For software, I used Adobe Audition CC for audio editing, and Capcut for video editing. Thank you very much for listening to the cover song that I played, I hope you like it. Greetings and blessings.

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Hello Hive Open Mic brothers and sisters who remain in good spirits. Greetings and blessings to all. My name is Zein Grind from @indonesiabersatu band, returning to the weekly #OpenMic event which has entered its 194th week, with the theme "End Of December" chosen by our friend @samuelstifen. This is an interesting theme.

End of December is the time at the end of the year, where people are rejoicing, vacationing, and preparing for the new year party. However, what if the end of December is a time of sorrow for people in certain regions? That's what the people of Aceh and parts of South and Southeast Asia felt in 2004. While the end of December was a time of joy, the reality was different.

By the way, for this week's theme, I brought you an original song called "Black December". This song is a reminder that most of Aceh experienced the devastating Tsunami disaster in 2004. It is estimated that millions of lives were lost. Not only Aceh, Thailand, Malaysia, and the South Asian region were also hit by a ferocious tsunami. Just imagine, people who are rejoicing to welcome the new year, instead get grief that makes many people cry.

## Original Lyrics

Ombak besar datang, merenggut cinta kita

Hati terluka, pilu yang tak terucapkan

Di tengah kehilangan, aku merasa hampa

Tsunami membawa pergi segalanya

Akhir Desember itu aku bertemu denganmu

Di pantai ini kamu tersipu malu

Pesona senyumu membuat aku terpikat

Kisah cinta yang baru saja dimulai

Dibawah pohon kelapa kita duduk berdua

Menikmati debur ombak yang indah

Tapi hanya sebentar, kisah kita kan berakhir

Ternyata kita tak ditakdirkan bersama

Ombak besar datang, merenggut cinta kita

Hati terluka, pilu yang tak terucapkan

Di tengah kehilangan, aku merasa hampa

Tsunami membawa pergi segalanya

Jejakmu terus kucari, disetiap reruntuhan

Namun hanya puing-puing yang tersisa

Hati terluka, air mata tak terbendung

Bagaikan mimpi buruk tanpa akhir

Aku selalu termenung ditengah kegelapan

Mengingat kenangan indah bersamamu

Meski kau tak disini, cintaku takkan hilang

Kisah kita, abadi dalam ingatan

Ombak besar datang, merenggut cinta kita

Hati terluka, pilu yang tak terucapkan

Di tengah kehilangan, aku merasa hampa

Tsunami membawa pergi segalanya

## English Lyrics

The big wave came, took away our love

Heart wounded, unspoken sorrow

In the midst of loss, I feel empty

The tsunami took away everything

That late December I met you

On this beach you blushed

The charm of your smile captivated me

A love story that had just begun

Under the coconut tree we sat together

Enjoying the beautiful waves

But only for a moment, our story will end

It turns out we were not meant to be together

The big waves came, taking away our love

Heart wounded, unspoken sorrow

In the midst of loss, I feel empty

The tsunami took away everything

I keep looking for your footsteps, in every ruin

But only debris remains

Heart wounded, tears unstoppable

Like an endless nightmare

I'm always pensive in the darkness

Remembering the beautiful memories with you

Even though you're not here, my love will not disappear

Our story, eternal in memory

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This song is about a man who meets a woman by the beach in late December. They love each other. But unfortunately, the tsunami wave has separated them. It seems that nature did not approve of their relationship, so they parted in a sad way.

In making this music video, I used the RealDrum app from my android phone to create drums, and then used my electric bass. However, I gave the bass sound a distortion effect to have a punk and noise rock impression. For software, I used Adobe Audition CC for audio editing, and Capcut for video editing. Thank you very much for listening to the original song that I played, I hope you like it. Greetings and blessings.