[2025] Recommended Indonesian Artists Summary
Even among people in Japan who love Western music and regularly listen to artists from the U.
S.
and various European countries—or those who are into K-pop—there may still be relatively few who are well-versed in Southeast Asian music.
In fact, among dedicated music fans, Southeast Asia is drawing attention as a hotbed across a range of genres, including pop, R&B, hip-hop, and indie rock.
In this article, we focus on the music scene of Indonesia, a leading nation in Southeast Asia, and have compiled a list of singers and rappers you should definitely check out—from rising stars making waves in recent years to legendary figures.
If the rise of 88rising has sparked your interest in Southeast Asian music, this is for you too!
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[2025] Recommended Indonesian Artists (21–30)
Kau TerindahAliando
Aliando, a young singer who could be described as the Justin Bieber of Indonesia, is extremely popular among young women.
“Kau Yang Terindah” is a love-themed song, perfect for those of you who think of him—or her—as the most beautiful.
SakuraFariz RM
Fariz RM is an Indonesian singer-songwriter and one of the most popular musicians.
When it comes to his smash hits, Sakura comes to mind.
Sakura is a song with a theme of romance.
It’s the perfect track for you two who are head over heels at the very beginning of your relationship, just like cherry blossoms in full bloom!
Andai Aku BisaChrisye
It’s no exaggeration to call Chrisye a pop legend in Indonesia, but he sadly passed away from illness in 2007.
Even so, he remains famous to this day.
When it comes to Chrisye’s iconic songs, Andai Aku Bisa is the one that stands out.
Andai Aku Bisa is a love-themed track about wanting to reclaim a past relationship, making it the perfect song for anyone who still has lingering feelings for an ex.
Cinta Dalam HidupkuRossa
Rossa is a famous Indonesian singer, and this song became the original theme song for the film London Love 2.
It’s a love-themed song for those who believe that even if you’re apart or even if you break up, my love belongs only to you.
Let It Be My WayAndien
It’s no exaggeration to call Andien the diva of Indonesian jazz.
She’s a hugely popular Indonesian singer overseas as well, and this song—centered on the themes of life and love—is incredibly uplifting.
Whether you’re succeeding or stumbling in romance, it’s the perfect track for those of you who want to live life in your own way.
Bahagia Itu SederhanaCita Citata
Cita Citata is one of Indonesia’s famous dangdut singers.
Since her debut in the 2000s, every single she has released has become a major hit.
By incorporating accents of electro and house in addition to dangdut, she has become a hugely popular dangdut singer even among people who don’t usually listen to the genre.
Aku Terlalu MencintaimuFathin Shidqia
Fathin Shidqia is a young singer who won Indonesia’s X Factor.
Her voice is very unique and widely praised.
Her hit single is Aku Terlalu Mencintaimu.
It’s a love-themed song that’s perfect for anyone who feels so deeply in love with someone that they just can’t help themselves.