When Longing Can Only Be Conveyed Through Song, Selfi Yamma Releases 'Pelukan Nyata'

Kapanlagi.com - Selfi Yamma, a singer born in Soppeng on September 7, 1999, is known as a young talented figure with a distinctive vocal style that has earned her the title of the queen of vocal style in the dangdut world. In addition, she is also actively involved as one of the coaches in the Dangdut Academy 7 competition on Indosiar.

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On November 12, 2025, Selfi once again showcases her presence in the dangdut music industry through the release of her latest single titled 'Pelukan Nyata'. This mellow-themed song presents a portrait of losing someone so important in life, as well as the longing that feels overwhelming and cannot be expressed in words.

The music video will premiere on the YouTube Channel 3D Entertainment at 4:00 PM WIB, and the song has been available on all Digital Streaming Platforms, such as Apple Music, Spotify, YouTube Music, TikTok, and FB Music since 12:00 AM WIB.

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1. A Silent Space in 'Real Embrace'

With a simple yet piercing melody, 'Real Embrace' offers a space for listeners to feel the sense of loss: the silence that lingers, the heart that tries to let go, and the memories that remain alive even as time passes. "When I first heard the song, I immediately felt this is not just a song's story, but also the story of many hearts that have lost," said Selfi.

The music video for 'Real Embrace' was created with a simple concept. There are no grand visuals, no complicated backgrounds. Everything is focused on expression and feeling, so that the audience can be swept away by the sadness that is intended to be conveyed.

During the shooting process, the director asked Selfi to portray a crying scene as the emotional peak of the story. Without much direction, Selfi's tears flowed freely. It was not just acting, but a genuine outpouring of feelings. "As soon as I was asked to cry, I suddenly got lost in the emotion. The sadness came on its own," said Selfi while recounting that moment.

2. First Collaboration with Babha Thoenk

The single 'Pelukan Nyata' marks the first collaboration between Selfi Yamma and Babha Thoenk, a musician and songwriter known for his emotionally deep ballads. The meeting of Selfi's strong vocal character in expressing feelings with Babha's writing style has resulted in a work that focuses on the feelings of loss and unexpressed longing.

This collaboration also provides a space for Selfi to showcase her ability to convey honest emotions through her vocal color. Babha himself sees Selfi as a singer who can bring life to the atmosphere in every verse of the song she performs. "Selfi has a vocal character that can evoke people's feelings. This song feels alive in her voice," said Babha.

With the strength of the lyrics and complementary vocal interpretation, 'Pelukan Nyata' is presented as a work that invites listeners to immerse themselves in every detail of the feeling of loss. This song invites anyone to prepare their hearts and then let themselves be submerged in the longing that has yet to be expressed.

3. Lyrics of the Song 'Real Embrace'

The cold night wind, I sleep alone
Only white silk can warm me
Bound by longing in solitude
These tears fall

I gaze at the moon far in the high sky
I want to reach it but cannot
This heart truly longs to meet
But alas, you are no longer here

Now you are present in my dreams
I cannot embrace you and cannot touch you
Truly, I want just to hold you
But it is impossible to meet.. My love

I gaze at the moon far in the high sky
I want to reach it but cannot
This heart truly longs to meet
But alas, you are no longer here

Now you are present in my dreams
I cannot embrace you and cannot touch you
Truly, I want just to hold you
But it is impossible to meet
To be together again, my love

(kpl/prl)