133. Old Javanese Keroncong Songs (01:03:39)
Mon Jul 03 2023Keroncong is a genre of Indonesian popular music that originated in the 19th century. It is characterized by its syncopated rhythm and use of Portuguese instruments, such as the guitar and the violin. Old Javanese keroncong songs are often nostalgic and melancholic, and they often tell stories of love, loss, and longing.
Some of the most famous old Javanese keroncong songs include:
Bengawan Solo (1940) by Gesang Martohartono. This song is considered to be the unofficial national anthem of Indonesia. It is a beautiful and moving ballad about the Bengawan Solo River, which is a symbol of Javanese culture and identity.
Suwe Ora Jamu (1942) by Eddy Christianto. This song is a humorous and lighthearted take on the theme of love. It tells the story of a man who is so in love with a woman that he can't bear to be away from her, even for a short period of time.
Keroncong Glodok (1943) by Ismail Marzuki. This song is a lively and upbeat ode to the Glodok district of Jakarta, which was once a major center of keroncong music. The song celebrates the diversity and vibrancy of Glodok, and it is a reminder of the important role that keroncong has played in Indonesian culture.Show more