Profile of Naykilla, Young Singer with the Viral Song 'Garam dan Madu' that Shook TikTok

Kapanlagi.com - TikTok has once again been shaken by the viral song titled Garam dan Madu which brings a unique and fresh vibe. This song has captured public attention for its blend of hip hop and dangdut in a new genre called Hipdut. Its popularity has skyrocketed, frequently appearing on the For You Page (FYP), and receiving an extraordinary response from listeners.

Behind this success, the figure of Naykilla has become a hot topic on social media. Her distinctive voice and meaningful lyrics have intrigued many people about her background. Naykilla has successfully combined emotion and rhythm that captivates the hearts of the younger generation, making her one of the new stars to watch out for.

But who is Naykilla really? What has her career journey been like to create such a viral song? Check out the complete profile of Naykilla, including her collaborations with Tenxi and Jemsii, as well as her family's role in shaping her music career.

1. The Beginning of Life and the Influence of a Musician Family

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Naykilla, whose full name is Nayla Killa, was born in Surabaya in January 2002. She grew up in a family of musicians that shaped her love for music from a young age.

Her father is a keyboardist and her mother is a singer, while her sister, Sara Fajira, is known through the viral song Lathi. Strong support from her family has given her a solid foundation to pursue a career in the music world.

2. Musical Journey, From Cover Songs to Original Releases

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From a young age, Naykilla began to show her musical talent by performing cover songs on YouTube. Her popularity grew over time, encouraging her to release her first original song in 2019 titled Believe.

Other songs she released, such as Dreams (2021) and Honey & Lemon (2022), further solidified her position as a talented young singer. These songs showcase her ability to write emotional and profound lyrics.

3. Viral Collaboration of Salt and Honey on TikTok

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On December 20, 2024, Naykilla released the song Salt and Honey featuring Tenxi and Jemsii. The song quickly went viral on TikTok, becoming a favorite among Gen Z users.

Carrying the Hipdut genre, this song combines hip hop and dangdut, and features lyrics in three languages—Indonesian, English, and Javanese. The theme of life balance conveyed through the metaphor of salt and honey makes this song easily accepted by many people.

4. Musical Inspiration from Her Sister and International Artists

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As the younger sister of Sara Fajira, Naykilla draws a lot of inspiration from her sister's success in the music industry. Sara guides Naykilla to continue creating and maintain originality.

In addition, Naykilla is also inspired by international artists such as Billie Eilish and Doja Cat. Their unique styles and creative expressions encourage Naykilla to explore more genres and techniques in music.

5. Future Projects and Exploration of New Music Genres

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After a major success with Salt and Honey, Naykilla plans to expand her musical reach. She is preparing a new project that explores more diverse genres and collaborations.

With a vision of bringing relevant and meaningful music, Naykilla hopes to continue inspiring listeners and strengthening her existence in the Indonesian music industry.

6. Who are Naykilla's collaborators in the song 'Salt and Honey'?

Naykilla collaborated with Tenxi and Jemsii to create a song with a unique and fresh Hipdut vibe.

7. What does the song 'Salt and Honey' mean?

This song symbolizes the balance of life, where salt represents sadness and honey symbolizes happiness.

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