10 Indonesian Songs from the 2000s Whose Intros Bring Back Flashbacks to the MTV Era

Kapanlagi.com - Long before streaming platforms like Spotify and YouTube, television was the music barometer in the country. There were many TV channels that music enthusiasts eagerly awaited, one of which was MTV.

Many musicians and songs became iconic thanks to their frequent appearances on various MTV programs in the mid-2000s. Even just the intros could already trigger nostalgia from that era. Don't believe it?

1. Dewa 19 - Half Breath

A series of iconic song introductions opened by Dewa 19. The band, led by Ahmad Dhani, released a full album titled BINTANG LIMA in 2000.

One of the tracks on this album, namely Half Breath, successfully became a romantic track that was relevant to the lives of young people at that time. Just with the first 5 seconds of the intro part filled by Andra Ramadhan's guitar, many people can already guess this song.

2. Sheila On 7 - Secret Worshiper

Secret Worshiper became one of Sheila Gank's favorite songs, where at that time this track dominated the radio charts and MTV's music chart. The memorable aspect of this song lies in its music video, which starred comedians Adul and Jessica Mila.

If you are a big fan or even have a love story that is relevant to this song, you will definitely get chills when you hear the intro. The vocal lines from Duta and the drum beats make music enthusiasts flashback to their teenage romance.

3. Padi - Mahadewi

In the 2000s, the Surabaya-based band Padi was known for their meaningful songs with relatively easy chords to play. Mahadewi, released in 1999, is one example.

This song sounds majestic from the very beginning. The combination of female vocals followed by Piyu's guitar distortion and Yoyo's drum beats made this song instantly lovable. It's no wonder that the MTV generation feels nostalgic as soon as the intro of Mahadewi starts playing.

4. Cokelat - Karma

The combination of rock music and heart-wrenching lyrics is powerful in evoking emotions in music enthusiasts. This is exactly what Cokelat showcases in their single Karma.

The song, which is included in the album RASA BARU, tells the story of someone who is hurt after being left by their partner. Besides Kikan's vocals, the guitar distortion in this song sounds iconic and intensifies the emotions within it.

5. Ten2Five - I Will Fly

Talking about edgy music, this song is definitely included. The acoustic guitar melody beautifully wraps the sweet English lyrics that make eargasm.

This song, which relates to long-distance relationship, has become a regular on MTV and also on Indonesian radio. Although it was released in 2004, this song is still relevant to be listened to now.

6. J-Rocks feat Prisa - Kau Curi Lagi

The Japanese rock band, J-Rocks, successfully captivated music enthusiasts by adding various colors through their songs. One of them is Kau Curi Lagi, a collaboration with the beautiful soloist and guitarist, Prisa.

With just 5 seconds of its intro, all 90s generation listeners will be automatically triggered. After J-Rocks and Prisa, who rarely appear in the media, their collaboration song becomes a surprising track when played in the current era.

7. Ada Band feat Gita Gutawa - The Best for You

What comes to mind when KLovers imagine their father when they were young? This song represents the feelings towards a loving and authoritative father.

In addition to the intro that reminds of a father figure, the vocals of young Gita Gutawa are also memorable in this song released in 2004. Even after more than a decade, this song remains one of the favorite background music when celebrating Father's Day.

8. Letto - Empty Room

For this song, even without an intro, it can already make music listeners sing along. Opened directly by Noe in the first second, Empty Room becomes one of the songs that will make fans miss this band from Jogjakarta in the coming years.

Very popular on MTV, this song seems to come as a package with its memorable music video. The duet of Dinda Kanyadewi and Mike Lucock in a field of tall grass creates a romantic atmosphere in this song.

9. Stairs - Second Chance

Who doesn't get chills when the intro to the song Second Chance is played? It can be said that this masterpiece from the music group Tangga is a mandatory anthem for sad boys and sad girls at that time.

Instead of moving on, this song actually generates regret that makes the heart even more torn. It's no wonder this song dominated after its release in 2008.

10. Peterpan - Everything About Us

One of the essential skills that guitarists must have in the 2000s: tuning the guitar notation using the intro to the song Everything About Us. Not without reason, Everything About Us is one of the legendary numbers from Peterpan.

This song, taken from the album TAMAN LANGIT, dominated all platforms from MTV, radio charts, to school farewell stages. So, are you one of the skilled guitarists in arranging guitar notations using this song's intro?

There are so many music choices that can be listened to in 2021 through various digital streaming services. However, this lineup of nostalgic songs will take you on a nostalgic journey through memorable past moments.

(kpl/jef)