BUKA-BUKAAN BARENG SHAKIRA JASMINE #URBANJRENGG

Summary

In this lively interview on Urban Radio, Syakira Jasmin shares her journey in the music industry, discussing her early start at 14 on The Voice Kids and her evolution as a professional artist. She talks about her latest single 'Benar Salah,' the creative process behind it, and her experiences with songwriting in both English and Indonesian. Syakira also touches on personal challenges, including navigating the topic of infidelity in her music video and album plans. Fans get a closer look at her personality through fun games and rapid-fire questions, offering an engaging, authentic connection with the artist.

Takeaways

• 😀 Syakira Jasmin enjoys eating cimol bojot, despite having GERD, and loves the mozzarella-filled version of it.
• 😀 She started her career in the music industry at a young age, debuting on The Voice Kids in 2016 at just 14 years old.
• 😀 Syakira has been active in the industry for almost 10 years and continues to push herself to create more music.
• 😀 Her latest single, 'Benar Salah,' explores the theme of love that feels right but is ultimately wrong due to infidelity.
• 😀 Syakira contributed to the song 'Benar Salah' mainly by helping with the melody and notation, but not the lyrics due to her personal struggle to relate to the theme of infidelity.
• 😀 Although she is more comfortable writing songs in English, Syakira finds it challenging to write in Indonesian, especially due to concerns about the choice of words and expression.
• 😀 Her music features both English and Indonesian lyrics, with a preference for English due to its wider expressive possibilities.
• 😀 Syakira is working on releasing her first album, which she’s been preparing for the past two years, with plans to release it this year.
• 😀 When asked about her favorite music genre, Syakira expressed love for both jazz and R&B, though she chose R&B in the end.
• 😀 In a fun segment, Syakira revealed that she prefers dinner with fans over dinner with a significant other and would rather attend a festival than an intimate concert.
• 😀 Syakira shared her excitement about her upcoming projects and encouraged her fans to stay updated by following her on Instagram and TikTok for more updates.

Q & A

At what age did Syakira Jasmin begin her music career?

Syakira Jasmin began her music career at the age of 14 when she participated in *The Voice Kids Indonesia* in 2016.

What is the main theme of Syakira Jasmin's new single 'Benar Salah'?

The main theme of 'Benar Salah' revolves around complicated relationships, particularly the feeling of being in love with someone even when the situation is wrong or flawed.

How did Syakira Jasmin contribute to the creation of her single 'Benar Salah'?

Syakira Jasmin contributed mainly to the musical notation and helped with parts of the bridge. The lyrics were written by others, as she felt she couldn't fully relate to the subject matter of the song.

What challenges does Syakira face when writing songs in Bahasa Indonesia?

Syakira finds writing lyrics in Bahasa Indonesia challenging because she feels it requires more careful thought and the risk of coming off as 'cringey,' unlike English, where there is more flexibility and freedom.

Why does Syakira prefer writing songs in English?

Syakira prefers writing songs in English because she feels more comfortable expressing herself and exploring a wider range of language and phrases, although she acknowledges she’s still improving her skills in both languages.

How does Syakira feel about her image as an artist?

Syakira is aware that people sometimes perceive her as unapproachable because of her 'resting bitch face' (RBF), but she also mentions that she has a soft side, and fans are often surprised by her warmth.

What food does Syakira Jasmin enjoy despite it not being good for her health?

Syakira enjoys eating spicy food, particularly Cimol Bojot (a popular street food), even though she has GERD and shouldn't consume spicy foods.

What kind of music genre does Syakira want to explore in the future?

Syakira has expressed interest in exploring alternative pop music in the future. She feels this genre fits her style and is something she wants to experiment with.

How does Syakira feel about her previous music video roles, especially in 'Benar Salah'?

In the 'Benar Salah' music video, Syakira plays the role of the 'other person' in a relationship. She expressed that the situation was emotionally challenging, as she felt conflicted about portraying a character involved in infidelity.

What personal project is Syakira currently working on?

Syakira is currently working on her first album, which she hopes to release soon. She has been working on it for about two years and is determined to finish it this year.