Acclaimed singer, producer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist, Petra Sihombing is back with his highly anticipated fifth studio album senang ok, sedih gpp that uses deep and introspective lyrics to capture life through moments of joy and melancholy weaving it with beautiful melodies that infuse Petra's signature indie pop and rock sound.
The album symbolises a theme of acceptance by allowing joy and sorrow to both coexist without defining either as an independent emotion. With each track, fans uncover values such as staying calm in the face of adversity and taking situations in their stride without letting it break their spirits.
Petra speaks about his idea behind the album and delves deeper into the concept of it as he muses, "I created the album senang ok, sedih gpp. as a space where all feelings can coexist. Some days we’re happy, some days we’re sad, sometimes both, and that’s okay. I’m not searching for conclusions or answers in this album. I just want to better accept and process what I’m feeling, and hopefully, it can become a place of comfort for others too. This is a collection of songs I wrote slowly, while living, while still trying to understand myself."
The lead single from the album is 'Tangguh' which acted as a teaser for it's message of encouraging people to find solace in their own journeys of self-reflection. The track is a heartfelt tribute to someone who embodies quiet strength, this song shows that resilience can be gentle, calm, and deeply authentic. Like a quiet prayer, it offers steady companionship, encouraging listeners to move forward with pride.
The same sentiments also shine through in other featured tracks such as 'sebelum 30' that delves into the uncertainty and anxiety that creeps in through the overbearing expected responsibilities that come with pushing 30.
In addition to covering topics such as unpredictability, the album also features tracks that fit themes such as love and romance with 'problematika masa kini', 'masih banyak cinta di dunia', and 'berbeda realita'—navigating the realities of being in a relationship with someone, emphasising that the acknowledgement and constant nurturing of love ensures that it carries on without facing extinction.
senang ok, sedih gpp combines Petra's signature pensive nature and poetic lyricism to create a delicate masterpiece that depicts the juxtaposition of life with the simplest of problems needing complex solutions. The album is a true embodiment of a refreshing deep breath of fresh air that allows fans to pause and reflect.
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