Kami Mengenang Rinto Harahap cover

Kami Mengenang Rinto Harahap

Noah · 2015

16 min · 4 tracks · alternative rock

Melodic rock ballads intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, honoring the legacy of Indonesian songwriter Rinto Harahap.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Cinta Bukan Dusta — This track encapsulates the emotional core of the album, combining poignant lyrics with lush instrumentation that pays homage to Harahap's style.
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    Seandainya Aku Punya Sayap — The song features soaring melodies and introspective lyrics, reflecting on longing and aspiration, making it a standout representation of the album's themes.
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    Kau Yang Ku Sayang — This track showcases Noah’s ability to blend classic influences with modern rock elements, highlighting their versatility and commitment to honoring Harahap's legacy.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

47 /100
Foothills
Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

The EP showcases strong melodies and heartfelt lyrics but lacks significant cohesion across its brief runtime.

What we noticed

  • The first track opens with a slow build, layering strings and vocals before introducing percussion halfway through.
  • Each song features a prominent melodic hook that is revisited in the choruses, creating a sense of familiarity.
  • The last two tracks shift to a more subdued arrangement, emphasizing vocal delivery over instrumentation.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Cinta Bukan Dusta

    A shift occurs where the singer expresses vulnerability by directly addressing love as an entity, breaking away from abstract notions.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Cinta Bukan Dusta 3:53
  • 2 Seandainya Aku Punya Sayap 4:23
  • 3 Love 3:49
  • 4 Kau Yang Ku Sayang 4:03

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