In this sixth single, widasroom offers an alternative ballad rhythm influenced by Britpop, reminiscent of Oasis and Suede. The single, titled Let the Tears Be the Prayer, tells the story of emotional struggle, despair, and seeking help from the Almighty. The song was inspired by a verse from the Qur’an which reads, ‘… We are closer to him than his jugular vein (50:16).’
The song was produced by the award-winning producer DJ Sumantri, who has won various AMI Awards and has worked with other Indonesian artists such as Agnes Monica, Cinta Laura, and Glenn Fredly. The song was written by Widi Asmoro, with the help of his regular collaborators Ong Jean Wei and Dwi Yanto Nugroho. The cover of the single is a painting titled A Sad Comedian by a talented young painter, Anzi Matta.
‘At that time, I was in difficulty but had no words to describe my situation. It felt like I wanted to cry. Then I consulted with a counselor from Rumah Remedi, and these words came to me,’ Widi explained about his song. ‘Since I’m not good at memorizing, I made it into a song so I would always remember. And hopefully, for those who listen, it can help remind them that in moments of despair, there is the Almighty who can help!’ he concluded.
widasroom is a music project by Widi Asmoro, currently residing in Singapore. Previously, he was known as part of the indie band Everybody Loves Irene, which toured around Asia in the 2000s. The themes explored in his solo music project revolve around household life, mental health, and the dynamics of life as a migrant worker.
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Dalam single ke-enam ini, widasroom menawarkan musik berirama alternatif ballad dengan pengaruh Britpop layaknya Oasis dan Suede. Di single yang berjudul “let the tears be the prayer”, ia bercerita tentang pergulatan emosi, keputus-asaan dan meminta pertolongan pada Yang Maha Kuasa. Lagu ini terinspirasi dari sebuah ayat dari Al-Quran yang berbunyi, “… Kami lebih dekat kepadanya daripada urat lehernya (50:16).”
Lagu ini diproduseri oleh produser kampiun DJ Sumantri yang telah mengantongi berbagai penghargaan di AMI Awards dan juga membidani artis-artis Indonesia lain seperti Agnes Monica, Cinta Laura dan Glenn Fredly. Lagu ini ditulis oleh Widi Asmoro dan dibantu oleh kolaborator regulernya Ong Jean Wei dan juga Dwi Yanto Nugroho. Sampul dari single ini adalah sebuah lukisan yang dibuat pelukis muda berbakat, Anzi Matta dan berjudul ‘A Sad Comedian.’
“Waktu itu sedang saya dalam kesulitan namun tidak punya kata-kata untuk melukiskan kondisi saya saat itu. Rasanya seperti mau menangis. Lalu saya berkonsultasi dengan konselor dari Rumah Remedi dan muncullah kata-kata ini,” terang Widi tentang lagunya. “Karena saya orangnya tidak hapalan, saya bikinin lagu aja biar terus ingat. Dan semoga buat yang mendengarkan juga dapat membantu mengingat bila sedang putus asa, ada Yang Maha Kuasa yang dapat membantu!” pungkasnya.
Widasroom adalah proyek musik dari Widi Asmoro yang saat ini berdomisili di Singapura. Sebelumnya ia dikenal sebagai bagian dari band indie Everybody Loves Irene yang sempat berkeliling Asia pada era 2000an. Topik-topik yang diangkat dalam proyek musik solonya adalah seputar kondisi rumah-tangga, kesehatan mental dan juga dinamika kehidupan sebagai pekerja migran.
Credit
Writer : Widhi Asmoro, Ong Jean Wei, Dwi Yanto Nugroho
Producer : DJ Sumantri
Mixing & Mastering : Living Room Studio, Jakarta, Indonesia
Album artwork : Anzi Matta
Publisher : 12 Wired
Label : Widasroom
Distributor : Triyakom/The Orchard
Social Media
Website : www.widasroom.com
Instagram : www.instagram.com/widasroom
Twitter : www.twitter.com/widasroom
Facebook : www.facebook.com/widasroom
TikTok : www.tiktok.com/@widasroom
Pinterest : www.pinterest.com/widasroom
Assets to download : www.widasroom.com/assets
Music
Apple Music : https://music.apple.com/sg/artist/widasroom/1513315888
Spotify : https://open.spotify.com/artist/5rvCr3Br1hUQkPvggVqoSC
YouTube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCero9xp5_D95XBczfYrhs9A
Lirik:
oh it feels like,
it’s just too much
and I don’t know what to do
seems no one can understand
hold my hand, and help me to get through
it’s cold outside
tears in these eyes
coming, hear me sing now
let the tears be the prayer
for the words can’t be said
let the tears be the prayer
for the words can’t be said
let the tears be the prayer
for the words can’t be said
let the tears be the prayer …..
for the words can’t be said
suffering in silence
the world shuts me out
nothing is easy but
You’re closer than my jugular vein
You’re my hope, You’re strong and
You know too
let the tears be the prayer
for the words can’t be said
let the tears be the prayer
for the words can’t be said
let the tears be the prayer
for the words can’t be said
let the tears be the prayer …..
for the words can’t be said
let the tears
let the tears
You’re strong
You’re strong
You’re strong