
Bingkai Karya– An emotional collaboration with Iwan Fals, Maudy Ayunda’s third and final track, “Puisi Kota,” complete her trip to her highly awaited album. In this touching song about urban life’s noises, quiet moments, and hidden beauty, Maudy’s gentle vocals and Iwan Fals’ unique voice construct a beautiful dialogue.
“Puisi Kota” perfectly conveys the emotional complexities and inner turmoil of self-discovery, societal pressures, and the search for meaning in a chaotic and noisy world with its perfect blend of reflection and hope. “Puisi Kota” by Maudy Ayunda encourages listeners to find significance in life’s seemingly commonplace chaos, especially in today’s world of affiliation and isolation.
Maudy says,” ‘Puisi Kota’ was born out of my own reflections, searching for meaning and clarity as I navigate the chaos of life. “I’ve always thought the city is a place to get lost and found. Though noisy, it has a quiet zone where we may communicate with ourselves. ‘Puisi Kota’ is about the tension between those two sentiments and finding your own rhythm and calmness in a city that pulls you in all directions.”
“I think this music helps individuals accept both noise and stillness in their crazy life.” Maudy says there’s something very wonderful about chaos molding us.
The “Puisi Kota” collaboration between Maudy Ayunda and Iwan Fals is a punching dialog between two generations of Indonesian artists who love storytelling.
The Collaboration
Maudy adds “Om Iwan [Fals]’s music influenced so much of Indonesian culture. His voice gives ‘Puisi Kota’ depth and weight, complementing the theme. I appreciate sharing this music with him. We felt like we were conveying a broader story. A narrative about urban life, significance, and beauty in our daily struggles.”
“Maudy’s voice and mine complement each other in a compelling way,” adds Iwan Fals. Puisi Kota is a song that appeals to everyone who has felt overwhelmed by the city but found significance in the trip, and Maudy nailed that with such rawness and passion.”
“Puisi Kota” is Maudy Ayunda’s final preview of “Pada Suatu Hari”. The album marks a turning point in Maudy Ayunda’s career, providing not only music but also a more vulnerable side of herself. Maudy’s colorful narrative and evocative lyrics reflect the stories that formed her over the years.
The album is based on Maudy’s own experiences, but its themes—coming of age, mental health and resilience, modernities, self-acceptance, falling in love—are universal. This CD encourages self-reflection and global awareness.
All streaming services now include “Puisi Kota” and consumers can pre-save “Pada Suatu Hari” for December 3, 2024.