Atiek CB's News: Still Rocking at 62 Years Old, Regularly Climbing Mountains - More Active Than Ever

Atiek CB is not just a singer; she is an icon of Indonesian music deeply ingrained in the minds of the 80s and 90s generation. Her career began in the small town of Kediri, East Java, while she was still in junior high school. She joined CB Band—a name that would later become her stage identity. Her singing talent continued to be honed until high school, where she often performed on TVRI Surabaya and started to gain public recognition. The peak came when she moved to Jakarta and released the album Transisi in 1984. The song Risau from that album was a huge success and immediately placed Atiek as one of the most influential female solo singers of her time. The nickname “Lady Rocker” was given to her because of her distinctive raspy voice and energetic stage style.

One of the strong characteristics of Atiek CB is her sunglasses. Her mysterious and stylish appearance is inseparable from this accessory. The story began during the photoshoot for the cover of the album Transisi, when photographer Farid Hardja lent his sunglasses to Atiek. It turned out that everyone involved felt that the style suited her perfectly. Since then, Atiek has always appeared with sunglasses, making them a part of her identity, even to this day.

Atiek CB's works not only exploded during her heyday but continue to live on until now. Her songs like Risau, Terserah Boy, Kekang, Optimis, Terapung, and Maafkan are often covered by new generation singers. Many also create acoustic or remix versions as a form of tribute to Atiek's strong and timeless musical legacy.

In the mid-1990s, Atiek CB decided to marry an American man named Lawrence Smith and moved to the United States. She lived in the state of Delaware with her family and took a break from the music stage.

Despite that, Atiek never relinquished her Indonesian citizenship. In an interview, she admitted that living abroad was too calm and made her feel restless. “I am still Indonesian,” she said in an interview, emphasizing that her homeland remains her true home.

Now, at the age of 62, Atiek is even more active and surprising the public with her new activity—mountain climbing! After successfully climbing Mount Lawu, she recently conquered the peak of Mount Rinjani in Lombok. She showcases a healthy lifestyle and a spirit of exploring nature on social media, inspiring many old and new fans.

Not only climbing mountains, Atiek is also back to singing. She recently performed in a nostalgia concert titled A Night to Remember for Atiek CB in Jakarta and released a new single titled Teroesir (Waiting for Karma) at the end of 2024. Her performance remains energetic and her voice is still strong, proving that even as time goes on, the spirit of a true Lady Rocker never fades.