What Are the Traces of the Legendary Singers in the 70s-80s?

Dangdut, with its distinctive rhythm and melody, has become one of the most beloved music genres in Indonesia. The era of 70-80s is a silent witness to the glory of dangdut with the emergence of many singers who managed to carve a name in the history of Indonesian music. This article will invite you to know some of them.

Elvy Sukaesih: The Queen of the Worthless Dangdut

Elvy Sukaesih is widely known as the'Queen of Dangdut '. Her career skyrocketed in the 70s with songs such as'Sugar-Sugar' and'Golden Thread Oath '. Elvy not only contributed to the world of recording but also in the popular dangdut films of his time.

Rhoma Rhythm: The King of Dangdut

Rhoma Irama, often referred to as the'King of Dangdut ', started his career in the late 60s and dominated the music scene of dangdut in the 70s-80s. Songs such as'Staying up' and'Gambling 'became anthem for dangdut fans across the country.

Rita Sugiarto: An Alluring Voice of Gold

Rita Sugiarto, who often duets with Rhoma Irama, is also one of the shining dangdut stars in this era. With her signature voice, she managed to produce hits such as'By-By 'and'Left Out'.

Noer Halimah: The charm of Dangdut that is not flexed by time

Noer Halimah is another name that should not be forgotten. With his wet hoarse voice, he popularized the song'Yellow Janur 'which is still often sung.

Many more talented dangdut singers in the 70-80s, such as Mansyur S, Camelia Malik, and Meggy Z who helped enliven the Indonesian dangdut music industry. They not only created music, but also helped shape the cultural identity that is now the heritage of the nation.

To enjoy these legendary works,TikTok Musicprovides a variety of playlists that collect classic dangdut songs that can remind us of the golden age of this genre.