Exclusive To The Virgin, 15 Years Of Dara And Mita's Loyalty To A Quarrel And Cibiran

Mita and Dara are members of The Virgin. (Photo: Bambang E Ros, DI: Raga/VOI)

JAKARTA - The Virgin released the latest single entitled Cinta Prohibited 2 (MiliK Badminton) last January. This song is a symbol for the consistency of Dara (vocals) and Mita (vocals, guitars) which are still working for 15 years. The selection of the title song this time has also become unique, which reminded the debut song The Virgin entitled Cinta Bantul which was released in early 2009. The song still tells the story of forbidden love as well, the same as in 2009, we made forbidden Love. But the theme is now more specific, that's why the title belongs to the boss. So, the story is still about forbidden Love, but this time Dara took his friend's girlfriend,” Mita said during a visit to the VOI office in Tanah Abang, Central Jakarta recently. “ For the first time, the lyrics are more like we pray and ask God. If this second song, I told Mita to make (the lyrics) naughty, ” said Dara. The concept of a sequel to the debut song was not planned from the start. The Virgin was asked by the label to perform a song that was more upbeat by the label, after the lyrics were written by Mita and the recording process was complete, the title Cinta Banta 2 (Milik Keluhi) was determined. The Virgin (Photo: Bambang E Ros, DI: Raga/VOI) “ Actually, at first it wasn't practiced, accidentally, maybe it was the same as this title. In addition, there are also many requests from fans that we want to make a sequel, ” said Mita. The 15th anniversary of The Virgin does not stop in the new single. They are also preparing a new full album which is scheduled to be filled with ten songs, including Prohibited Love 2 (Milik Keluhi). “ On the album later there will be nine finished songs, the other is discussed and the label is arranged. If so, it means that there will be ten songs, including Banned Love 2 with Dara's song last year,” Mita said. “Later, God willing, there will be one or two songs that will recycle old songs, from singers and old songs that are legendary. God willing, it will also be included in our album,” he continued. Previously, The Virgin planned to collaborate with other singers on the new album, but it didn't happen. Although it was not mentioned what his name was, Mita said the singer they idolized would appear during the showcase. “ Want it to be started (collaboration), but for one reason or another, things don't end up being a feature. But God willing, he will come to our showcase album. So, maybe we will collaborate with him on the showcase, but if on the album we are the only ones singing,” he said. The Virgin (Photo: Bambang E Ros, DI: Raga/VOI) The album, which will be a special offering from Dara and Mita to fans, also marks a journey they call a “ Myr ”, given that it is not easy for the duo group to last 15 years and continue working. “ I think it's amazing, it's just like magic. Being able to last 15 years is not something easy, especially many other duo that have disbanded, ” Dara said. “ I'm very grateful for Mita, 15 years is like a miracle. Until 15 years of survival with all the ups and downs, but we are always in the entertainment world, ” he continued.

In line with Dara, Mita said the 15th anniversary of The Virgin is increasingly complete with the presence of fans who still place them in their hearts and continue to faithfully support them. “ From me, the number 15 is a magic number for us. And until now there are still many fans who are loyal to us. In the midst of the onslaught of new singers and musicians that have sprung up, but we still have a place in the hearts of our fans. It's a miracle for us. "And God willing, this latest album is also a gift for them on our 15th special birthday," said Mita. How The Virgin Faces Quarrels And Cibiran The Virgin (Photo: Bambang E Ros, DI: Raga/VOI) As Dara said, The Virgin's journey is full of dynamics in it. As a duo, quarrels are unavoidable and often occur. However, the many disputes that are resolved properly are called the key to the group formed by Ahmad Dhani. When brought together for the first time by Ahmad Dhani in 2008, Dara and Mita's relationship was also not as smooth as imagined, even though they had immediately received great attention since their debut. It took time for the two of them to get to know each other well. “ Because in the past, we were still touching each other's nature like what. Mita touched me, I also touched Mita. But after all this time and we already know each other's nature, it turns out that the thing we have to do and for us to stay afloat is that when we have problems, we have to talk directly, we can't be suppressed, we can't keep it behind us, but it's fine in front of us. If you want to complain, just nag in front of it. If you don't like it, you don't like it, ” said Dara. Meanwhile, Mita added that the commitment to stay with The Virgin, although each personnel also has a personal life and other music projects, is the foundation for continuing to work for 15 years. “ Same commitment is also important, commitment and loyalty. Because the name of the musician is not always above, sometimes there are times when we drop. And when we drop there is a time when we have to strengthen each other. We believe that the name sustenance has been arranged by Allah. Therefore, we are still loyal and committed to protecting The Virgin,” Mita said. Then, Dara also shared how difficult his debut was. At that time, he was 16 years old and had minimal experience on stage. There are many technical things he doesn't understand, such as checking sound and using some tools. He is also still afraid to argue because he feels very young and new in the music industry. The Virgin (Photo: Bambang E Ros, DI: Raga/VOI) Luckily, Mita had already made music with The Rock led by Ahmad Dhani. He often tells basic things for a performer on stage for Dara, even though he said Dara had a moody nature. “ In the end, yes, 16 years old I learned a lot from Mita in the studio. There I learned. In my opinion, it's a lesson at the age of 16, how to develop in terms of sound, also from a technical point of view,” Dara said. The Virgin can be said to be lucky not only because Dara and Mita are highly committed to groups, but they are also supported by a solid team. In many fights between Dara and Mita, it is not uncommon for teams from The Virgin to mediate and succeed in reducing problems. “Alhamdulillah, The Virgin has a very solid team, like there are our assistants, our road managers, and also other teams. They've been with us for a dozen years. Not a short time,” said Mita. “Alhamdulillah, every time we have a team, it's never been a short time. Thank God they are durable, and if there's anything, they will be the ones who care. But more often I'm with Dara who both give in. Because of that, we both know each other's uglyness, so we already know what to do, ” he added. In addition, The Virgin, which was originally in the Republic of Love Management (RCM), was also lucky with the presence of Ahmad Dhani. Dewa 19's frontman should be brother to Dara and Mita. After no longer under the auspices of the management, Dara and Mita are also still in good relations with Ahmad Dhani. They even appeared in a big concert held by Dewa 19 years ago. "The relationship with Mas Dhani is like a brother, like family," said Dara. On this occasion, Mita also clarified her relationship with Ahmad Dhani. Unlike the person who sneered by calling himself leaving Ahmad Dhani who had made his name, he said the decision was made because the Dewa 19 frontman no longer took full care of The Virgin after being active in politics. "Maybe if there is a bad headline out there that says Mita is pulling out of the RCM, that's really wrong. At that time Mita didn't pull out, but I gave permission to have a solo career outside RCM, not leave Mas Dhani and take The Virgin out,” Mita said. "There is no such thing as The Virgin coming out or being expelled from RCM and Mas Ahmad Dhani," he said. The Virgin (Photo: Bambang E Ros, DI: Raga/VOI) Cibiran from several people told Dara and Mita that they also came because they grew up through television programs featuring singers and musicians who did not play live (directly). "“ I was bullied several times because The Virgin went up, it was said from lipsync-an events, the show used to be on average some lipsync and some played back. I was bullied a lot, said I couldn't play the guitar,” said Mita. Mita explained that the television program at that time did not allow for live singers and musicians to appear due to limited time, which took a long time to prepare all the equipment. Dara said there was a strong reason why The Virgin at that time appeared lipsync on television programs, and it wasn't because of their poor musical abilities. "The fault is not in us, but in those who don't know and sotoy (sok tahu)," said Dara. Cibiran, who said The Virgin was no longer widely known. Mita explained that The Virgin, which no longer appears on television programs, does not mean they are no longer music, but because there is no longer a television program that specifically gives musicians a place to perform and introduce their works. Not only that, but Mita also thinks that The Virgin is not a group known for its controversial behaviors, so it is no longer interesting to appear on television. “ Maybe they thought they rarely appeared on TV, where do they think, when actually we are out of town still often. Alhamdulillah,” said Mita. Dari berbagai cibiran yang masih ada sampai saat ini, The Virgin mengaku beruntung dengan keberadaan para penggemar. Mereka tidak mau berhit dengan pencibir dan lebih memperlih menjaga hubungan dengan orang-orang yang sudah memberi dukungan selama 15 tahun The Virgin di industri musik. “ In the past The Virgin often had gatherings and meets and greets. Every time we leave the city anywhere, we always tell EO that we want to meet Virginity, but don't charge it. We never charge to meet fans. From there, we ended up having a good relationship,” said Mita. " “ Now we have switched to social media, from the 2017s we have been from social media, so we are getting closer to social media," he concluded.