Rhoma Irama Apparently Experienced Worries and Confusion When Pursuing a Career in the Music World

Kapanlagi.com - Dangdut King Rhoma Irama along with Soneta, has been active in the entertainment industry of the homeland for 50 years. Despite being half a century old, Rhoma Irama stated that he will never get tired of continuing to work with Soneta Group.

When met in Depok, West Java recently, Rhoma Irama stated that he never thought of disbanding Soneta. However, the 74-year-old singer admitted that he was once worried when he continued his career as a musician because music is often associated with negative things.

"Never, no matter what the dynamics of Soneta, I never once thought of disbanding Soneta. I used to feel disturbed in my faith to Allah when I played music, acted in movies," said Rhoma Irama.

"Because I wondered why artists have to leave prayer, why they have to use drugs, get drunk, I prayed 'O Allah, if this musical talent widens my path to hell, then stop it,' That was my concern," he continued.

1. Ready to Leave the Music World

Therefore, Rhoma Irama admitted that he was ready to leave the music world if it only brought harm to him. However, up until now, his career in the music world has been very successful and he can also spread his religious teachings through music.

"I prayed that if I had to indulge in various sins, with Allah's permission, I would quit," he said.

2. Providing Fees for Wives

In addition, Rhoma Irama apparently did something unexpected for the families of the deceased members of Soneta. Every performance, Rhoma always provides fees for the wives or heirs of the band members.

"One way is to continue providing fees for every Soneta performance. So, every Soneta activity that receives a fee, I always distribute it to the people who have passed away, to their widows, or if the widow has passed away, I distribute it to their heirs. That's one way," he concluded.

(kpl/irf/nda)