- September 14, 2026
- 12:43 PM
Bingkai Karya – Pee Wee Gaskins (PWG) has officially released “(R)u(N)tuh)”, a new single featuring Boniex of for Revenge, bringing stories of broken homes and hidden family struggles into the band’s signature musical identity. The song transforms real testimonies gathered through Dochi’s social media campaign into an emotional reflection on children who grow up in homes that appear intact from the outside but are quietly falling apart within.
The idea for “(R)u(N)tuh)” began with a campaign initiated by Dochi, who invited people with experiences of broken homes to share their stories. Through responses and short interviews on Threads, these personal accounts became the emotional foundation for the song’s lyrics. Rather than presenting broken families through a single perspective, the song focuses on the experiences of children caught between their parents’ decisions and their own need for safety and happiness.
The song tells the story of parents who choose to stay together for their children, believing that preserving the family structure is always the best option. Yet, the child grows up surrounded by distance, tension, and unhappiness. A home that should provide comfort gradually becomes a place from which the child seeks acceptance elsewhere. This perspective gives “(R)u(N)tuh)” its central emotional tension: the difference between keeping a family together and creating a home where everyone can actually feel safe.
The collaboration with Boniex developed naturally during the creative process. In addition to helping discover the musical notation for lyrics written by Dochi, Boniex’s vocal character was considered a strong fit for the emotional weight of the song. His voice also creates a distinctive meeting point with Sansan, while the arrangement maintains the recognizable sonic identity of Pee Wee Gaskins.
Although PWG is widely associated with energetic pop-punk, the band has previously explored more reflective and darker themes through songs such as “Selama Engkau Hidup” and “Be Brave And Carry On.” With “(R)u(N)tuh)”, that reflective side becomes a space for addressing the complexity of family relationships. “Pop-punk doesn’t always have to be cheerful. Through this song, we want to bring a heavy story in a way that remains honest and close to listeners,” PWG explains.
For Dochi, the song is not intended to judge divorce or impose a particular definition of family. Instead, it encourages listeners to recognize that maintaining the appearance of a family does not necessarily mean everyone within it feels safe or happy. “I just want the story we’re telling to be heard and perhaps resonate with people who have been or are currently in the same position,” he says.
At its heart, “(R)u(N)tuh)” carries a message for children who have experienced similar circumstances, they are not responsible for everything that happens, they do not have to choose sides, and they are still allowed to love both parents while pursuing a happy life of their own. The song ultimately moves beyond loss toward acceptance, reconciliation, and the possibility of starting again
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