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Irreplaceable, Ahmad Dhani Calls Titiek Puspa the Goddess of Indonesian Composers - Met Two Weeks Ago

Irreplaceable, Ahmad Dhani Calls Titiek Puspa the Goddess of Indonesian Composers - Met Two Weeks Ago

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Irreplaceable, Ahmad Dhani Calls Titiek Puspa the Goddess of Indonesian Composers - Met Two Weeks Ago

The passing of Titiek Puspa leaves a deep sorrow for many, including senior musician Ahmad Dhani. According to him, Titiek Puspa is a significant and irreplaceable figure in the Indonesian music world.

"Titiek Puspa is the goddess of Indonesian composers. There has not been a songwriter like her," said Ahmad Dhani when met in the Senayan area, Central Jakarta, Thursday (10/4/2025). Here are the details.

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Dhani revealed that there was previously a plan to involve Titiek Puspa in the Aksi organization activities. However, fate had other plans as that plan failed to materialize due to Titiek Puspa's health condition. "Yesterday we wanted to invite her to be a board member of Aksi, but fate had other plans. Actually, she had already agreed," Dhani said.

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For the frontman of Dewa 19, moments of chatting with Titiek Puspa are always special. "She is very kind. When I call Eyang Titiek, it always takes a long time. I have to be a good listener," he said.

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Besides being remembered through her works, Dhani also highlights Titiek Puspa's long struggle regarding royalty rights as a songwriter. "Titiek Puspa is one of the songwriters who has not fully received her rights from LMK. I am sure how many songs Titiek has, including those performed by Noah, Kupu Kupu Malam," he explained.

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Dhani stated that the organization Aksi will continue to fight for the rights of musicians who have passed away. "Aksi will help any songwriter who has died. Even Ariel, we help for his heirs. His child also needs it; his child won't be happy if his father's songs aren't paid royalties," he said.

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The last time Dhani spoke with Titiek Puspa was two weeks before the maestro fell ill. "Two weeks ago before he fell and got sick," he said.

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From their last conversation, Dhani got the impression that Titiek Puspa was still eager to continue contributing to the music world. 

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"Yes, Eyang Titiek is willing to be on the board of Aksi. After this, I will definitely meet with her child, Eyang Titiek has an incredible legacy. If I am given the authority, I will demand it from everyone," he concluded.