Cakra Khan opens 2026 with a collaboration that carries deep meaning.
This project brings together two different generations of Indonesian music.
Through it, he revives the timeless song Ketika Tangan Dan Kaki Berkata.
The moment becomes even more powerful as the song reunites his voice with that of the late legend, Chrisye.
Originally released in 1997, the song remains one of the most powerful works in Indonesian music history.
Now, more than two decades later, it returns with a renewed emotional weight through this special duet.
The Origin of The Song
Originally, the song grew from a poem written by renowned poet Taufiq Ismail, inspired by Surah Yasin verse 65.
During the creative process, Chrisye allowed Taufiq Ismail the space to find the right words.
Eventually, on a Friday night close to the deadline, the poem finally aligned with the melody Chrisye had composed.
As a result, the recording session became deeply emotional.
Chrisye felt a deep and immediate connection to the lyrics.
The words spoke about responsibility and humanity in a way that resonated strongly with him.
That emotional bond guided the recording process.
In the end, he delivered the vocal performance in a single take, without the need for any retakes.
Unexpected Duet from Cakra Khan and Chrisye
More than twenty years later, the song now appears in a touching duet version.
Cakra Khan’s voice blends carefully with Chrisye’s original recording, creating a respectful and emotional dialogue across time.
Cakra Khan shared that working with Chrisye’s original vocals felt extraordinary and deeply humbling.
He shared that Chrisye’s voice carries a strong and unmistakable identity.
Because of that, he chose to approach the duet with great care.
Instead of trying to dominate the song, he focused on listening and blending in.
His main intention was to preserve the soul of the track and honor its original spirit.
Furthermore, Cakra Khan believes that cross-generational collaborations like this hold great value.
According to him, classic works by legendary musicians still carry messages that remain relevant today.
The new arrangement brings in subtle modern touches.
Even so, he approached it with clear intention and restraint.
He stayed mindful of what made the song special from the start.
Above all, he worked to protect its authenticity and preserve its original spirit.
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The Powerful Visual in Music Video
In addition, Ketika Tangan Dan Kaki Berkata arrives with a distinctive music video filmed at GD Sasana Krida Desa, Cibubur Camping Ground.
Directed by Rizal Mantovani, the video unfolds in two symbolic parts.
The first part focuses on Cakra Khan’s performance.
Through modified visuals, he appears alongside Chrisye.
Water-reflection effects shape the imagery throughout the scene.
Together, these elements create a quiet yet powerful spiritual atmosphere.
With the help of technology, the video brings Cakra Khan and Chrisye into the same frame.
It marks the first time the two appear together on screen.
The moment unfolds quietly but with great emotional weight.
For viewers, it becomes one of the most powerful and touching scenes in the video.
Meanwhile, the second part of the video uses strong symbolism to portray human actions carried out by hands and feet.
These scenes range from acts of care and love to darker behaviors such as corruption and violence.
Through this contrast, the video invites audiences to reflect on personal responsibility and moral choices.
Legacy from Chrisye
Toward the end of the project, Cakra Khan expressed deep gratitude for Chrisye’s legacy.
He acknowledged the lasting impact of Chrisye’s work.
According to him, those songs opened doors for a new generation of singers.
He also stressed that this track carries a quiet reminder.
Every action and every decision matters, because time is limited and responsibility holds deep meaning.
Starting on February 4, 2026, the song officially reaches listeners everywhere.
It arrives across all major digital streaming platforms.
At the same time, the release also appears on Musica Studios’ official YouTube channel.
It’s allowing audiences to experience it both through sound and visuals.
Ultimately, the song hopes to stay close to listeners as they move through their everyday lives.
It offers quiet companionship, not demands.
At the same time, it gently invites reflection on responsibility and intention.
Each step, each choice, carries meaning.
That reminder feels especially resonant during the reflective month of Ramadan.
