Bimo Setiawan Almachzumi or better known as Bimbim, revealed the meaning behind the Slank song released in 2023, "Polisi Yang Baik Hati".
As is known, Slank reaped criticism after the release of the song. Many people judged the band based in Potlot had changed its image from a band known for social-political criticism.
However, Bimbim explained, "Good Police" is actually intended as a prayer that the Indonesian police will really become a good institution.
"(The song) is, the story is that we are praying again, giving positive affirmations," said Bimbim, when appearing in the latest episode of the PWK podcast hosted by Gofar Hilman.
"That's sarcasm," the 59-year-old musician added.
Bimbim feels that the goal that Slank hopes for from "Good-Hearted Police" is proven to be effective. This can be seen from the appearance of the song on social media, when a case of a problematic police officer arises.
"But it works, every time there is a police officer who does bad things, the song comes out again," he said. "Try to see it on social media."
Furthermore, Bimbim also responded to several views that said Slank is currently more inclined to support one political party.
Bimbim did not bother with the assessment. However, what he ensured, Slank - through his works - has voiced various problems in the country.
"Yeah, it's free. But on social media, there are many people like frogs in a shell, who suddenly come out, don't know anything but ngoceh," he said.
"Kayak Slank songs, just mention the problems in Indonesia, there must be in Slank's songs. Kayak for example, nature, again flooded, we have written 'Hutan Karma' from when we know," he said.
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