JAKARTA - PADI Reborn again greeted Indonesian music lovers by launching a new single entitled 'Ego'. The release of this song marked their existence as one of the big Indonesian bands that still wanted to continue working.
The 'Ego' also marks a new chapter in Fadly (vocals), Piyu (guitar), Ari (guitar), Rindra (bass), and Yoyo (drums) musical journeys. This song is the first single of the upcoming PADI Reborn album, Two Eight' which not only represents the band's age since it was first formed, but also eight years from the time they returned with a new spirit in 2017.
The 'Two Eight' itself is the eighth full album PADI Reborn which will contain new songs, where Ego is used as a strong, emotional, and relevant opening number for today's human relations.
"Every new work is a journey. In the song 'Ego', we try to present the other side of PADI Reborn, but without losing the spirit that makes us become us," Fadly said in his statement, Monday, November 3.
In addition, Piyu explained, this single has a romance theme that is eroded by arrogance and hardness of head.
The lyrics combine the story of a couple who has knitted love for a long time, but are trapped in an endless vortex of conflict, until one chooses a path to go. Although the desire to separate arises, hidden longing is unspoken and the true love is never completely extinguished.
"This song acts as a subtle reminder that our grief, which we must listen to, is not our partner, but egos that are lodged in ourselves," said Piyu.
While musically, PADI Reborn presents the exploration of a new color in "Ego". The arrangement sounds more dynamic with a touch of modern pop-rock, creates sound that feels fresh and follows the development of contemporary music, but still retains the hallmark of PADI: lyrics full of meaning and harmony of distinctive melodies.
This combination proves that this band not only survives thanks to its musical maturity, but also continues to adapt to the times.
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Rindra added that the release of "Ego" from the album "Two Eight" was a very much anticipated answer by the PADI Friends "as their fans". After experimenting with various musical styles in previous songs, such as "You're My Angel" and "Langit Biru".
"Ego" is here to bring back the authentic PADI Reborn signature of music. In fact, the involvement of the Budapest Scoring Orchestra in the process of cultivating arrangements, further adds to the strength of this song.
"With the easy-to-stick melody, Fadly's powerful voice, the lyrics containing the message, unique rhythm section, plus an orchestral touch, made this song transform into a beautiful orchestral rock song," added Rindra.
Furthermore, Yoyo saw "Ego" as one of the most emotional songs ever composed by PADI Reborn: a work that must be absorbed, not just listened to.
"This song feels so personal. We have all been in a situation where feelings of love are tested by prestige," said the drummer. Through 'Ego', we hope to invite listeners to a moment of decline, and remember again who is really the most valuable.
Meanwhile, single 'Ego' was officially launched on various digital music platforms on Friday, November 7. PADI Reborn will also hold its first appearance for "Ego" on stage in Sarinah Thamrin, Central Jakarta.
This release is also a warm-up to the peak of their 28-year celebration of their career through "Conser Dua Eight" which is planned to hit Tennis Indoor Senayan on January 31, 2026. The concert will certainly be a reunion event for Friends of PADI to reminisce, as well as welcome the new era of their favorite band works.
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