5 Fourtwnty Songs with Deep Meaning, Just as Touching as Mangu!

Kapanlagi.com - Recently, social media users have been hit by the phenomenon of the song Mangu popularized by Fourtwnty. The song touches the hearts of its listeners through lyrics that depict the dilemma between two people in loving each other due to differences in beliefs. The melancholic vocal touch and the simple yet emotional music structure have made this song, a collaboration with Charita Utami released in 2022, popular.

Fourtwnty is an indie band from Indonesia consisting of Ari Lesmana, Nuwi, Roby Satria, Andi Armand, Ryan Maulana, and Primandha Ridho. This group has been building its career in the local music industry for 15 years. They began to gain recognition through the album Lelaku (2015) with songs like Hitam Putih, Aku Tenang, and Fana Merah Jambu which have reached hundreds of millions of streams on Spotify.

Not only Mangu, Fourtwnty also offers many other songs that have deep meanings. Whether those songs are about life, choices, or growth. Here are some of their song titles that fall into that category.

1. Comfort Zone

Fourtwnty's songs with deep meanings. (credit: youtube.com/@FourtwntyMusic)

Comfort Zone is a song by Fourtwnty that serves as the soundtrack for the film PHILOSOPHY OF COFFEE 2. This song can make its listeners lost in contemplation about freedom and courage in making a decision. The lyrics contained within encourage breaking free from routines and environments that no longer foster growth.

The melody offered blends with existential and spiritual messages. This makes the song suitable for anyone who has just dared to dream and take big steps in their life. Through Comfort Zone, Fourtwnty makes us aware that the "comfort zone" is not just about a place, but also about a state of mind that often feels trapped.

2. Reality

Fourtwnty's songs with deep meaning. (credit: instagram.com/fourtwntymusic)

In the song Reality, Fourtwnty wraps the lyrics with a satire aimed at young people who are often caught up in the rush of making decisions. This song is considered very relevant to life in an era where digital developments have become increasingly massive, as everyone's daily behavior seems to demand quick choices. Therefore, there is also an embedded piece of advice about learning to control oneself while being wiser in taking steps, which is contained in the song.

The lyrics of Reality highlight how many people live their lives solely based on impulses or momentary desires, without deep reflection. The reflection of disappointment and a person's desire for self-improvement is also raised by Fourtwnty in this song.

3. We Will Definitely Grow Old

Fourtwnty's songs with deep meaning. (credit: spotify.com)

Fourtwnty carries the main theme regarding the reality of time and the aging process of each individual in the song We Will Definitely Grow Old. Essentially, there is nothing eternal in this world, whether it be a person's physical form or memories. This song serves as a medium to teach its listeners to accept the inevitable cycles of life that must be endured as time goes by.

We Will Definitely Grow Old has a pleasantly melancholic vibe. The simplicity of the lyrics sung by Fourtwnty has a significant impact on those who are just beginning to understand that life cannot always be repeated. This song, released in 2018, invites listeners to live a more meaningful life, enjoy the process, and appreciate the time available.

4. Twilight Discussion

Songs by Fourtwnty with deep meanings. (credit: spotify.com)

It is not uncommon for someone to forget how to listen and be listened to in their stories. In fact, this aspect is considered very important in healing oneself. Communication is essential for humans when facing a problem--a tool to simply share burdens.

Twilight Discussion serves as an illustration of how the search for a place to share, dialogue, and emphasize communication in overcoming problems are important values. This song invites its listeners to share with their closest ones, as burdens will feel lighter when shared. The gentle music accompanied by the distinctive strumming of acoustic guitar creates a calm and peaceful atmosphere, perfect for listening when the sun begins to set and during moments of reflection.

5. I Am Not an Animal

Fourtwnty's songs with deep meaning. (credit: instagram.com/fourtwntymusic)

The song I Am Not an Animal raises themes about self-worth and the journey of humans fighting not to be treated with disdain. Simply put, this song, which is part of the album Lelaku, is a form of resistance against the deeply rooted social judgment in society. Its lyrics convey the issue of the undesirability of an individual being belittled because they have their own wounds and struggles in life.

Every human has their own flaws and shortcomings. However, this is not a justification for anyone to act arbitrarily towards others because everyone deserves to be valued. Through I Am Not an Animal, Fourtwnty seems to provide encouragement to those who are marginalized while also reminding us that being human means having empathy and sensitivity towards others.

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