Though the band has always been active in the indie music scene, in 2004 they signed a contract with Sony-BMG, a major label. Navicula released their 4th album, Alkemis, with Sony-BMG. But, in 2007 they released their 5th album, Beautiful Rebel, independently and returned to following their ideals through the indie music scene. In 2009 Navicula released a 6th album “Salto”, and they are now working on their 7th full-length studio album (release date still to be announced). Navicula is based in Bali, but continue to keep up a national profile.
Navicula’s music is strongly influenced by alternative 90’s rock, especially grunge rock/Seattle sound, through bands such as Soundgarden, Pearl Jam, Alice in Chains, and Nirvana. But what makes their music so unique is their condition of beginning in the melting pot of modern Bali and having the opportunity to mold their creativity out of contrasts so extreme. From the spiritual mountains of Bali’s ancient kingdoms, to passion driven international artists who have come to find inspiration in Bali, and the raw punk rockers of down-town Kuta, this band finds their own taste through it all, the taste of ‘golden green grunge’, the taste of Navicula.
Navicula “the Green Grunge Gentlemen”
Navicula are known as “the Green Grunge Gentlemen”. Since the formation of the band back in the 90’s, environmental and social issues have been a consistent theme in Navicula’s music. Living in Bali, the band often finds inspiration in nature, and seeing the environmental changes happening in Bali and the world, this inspires many of the topics of their songs.
Navicula continues to support social and environmental campaigns in Indonesia and around the world. Following are some of their most recent Social/Eco-Actions:
2010: Navicula was chosen as official spokesperson for Live Earth Bali 2010. Live Earth is an International Organization founded by Emmy-winning producer Kevin Wall, in partnership with former U.S. Vice President Al Gore. Live Earth seeks to leverage the power of entertainment through integrated events, media and the live experience to ignite a global movement aimed at solving the most critical environmental issues of our time.
2009: Navicula contributed the song “Mafia Medis” to Prita Muliyasari’s fight for medical justice and freedom of speech. The song was offered for free download on the band’s website, encouraging fans to listen to the song for free and then as payment donate directly to Prita’s cause (Koin untuk Prita).
2008: Navicula was featured on a national compilation album founded by LIPI to raise Disaster Awareness. Robi (vocalist of Navicula) along with Pepeng (drummer of Jakarta band Naif) we’re chosen as the spokespersons of the program and participated in giving trainings to communities in disaster prone areas of Indonesia, including Irian Jaya, Yogyakarta, and Bali.
2007 Navicula was awarded Environmental Ambassadors of Bali by the local government.
Navicula also is active as a performer, supporter, speaker, producer, as well as event organizer for many fundraisers, educational and art campaigns, social work, and sub-culture events.
Ingin Kau Datang
Navicula Lyrics
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membayang dikau di masa silam
oh, kau ku rindu...
aku rindu... sayang...
walau kau tak di sini
namun, sepertinya masih ku rasa
hangat tubuhmu di ranjangku,
oh, kau ku rindu...
aku rindu...
ku tak mampu, menahan rasa ini...
rasa sepi seperti membunuhku
entah nanti, ataukah hari ini...
lama ku nanti, ku ingin kau datang
masih ku ingat hari-hari
saat pagi menyambut mentari
kita terjaga bersama
saat kepalamu di dadaku,
dan kau hitung detak jantungku
oh, kau ku rindu...
aku rindu...
ku tak kuasa, menahan rindu lama...
dimana kau?
ku ingin kau ada
entah di bumi, ataukah di angkasa
ku tak peduli, ku ingin kau datang
ingin kau datang...
The song "Ingin Kau Datang" by Navicula is an emotional piece about the longing of the singer for his loved one who is now gone. The song opens with the singer being alone in the middle of the night, reminiscing about his past with his loved one. He expresses his deep yearning for her and how the memories of her warm touch and smile still linger within him despite her physical absence. The singer's pain is palpable as he struggles to contain his emotions and cope with the loneliness that consumes him.
As the song progresses, the singer reminisces about the happy days spent together. He remembers the mornings when they would wake up together, counting each other's heartbeats. The memories bring back the pain of separation, and the singer is unable to suppress the longing he feels for his loved one. He is haunted by the thought of being alone without her and is desperate for her return. The chorus repeats the phrase "ku ingin kau datang" (I want you to come) several times, conveying the overwhelming desire of the singer for his returning love.
Overall, "Ingin Kau Datang" is a beautifully crafted song that touches on the feelings of loneliness, longing, and the desire for love. The lyrics are moving, and the melody is haunting, making it an emotional and memorable musical experience.
Line by Line Meaning
sendiri sepi di tengah malam
Alone and lonely in the middle of the night
membayang dikau di masa silam
Thinking of you in the past
oh, kau ku rindu...
Oh, how I miss you...
aku rindu... sayang...
I miss you... my love...
walau kau tak di sini
Even though you're not here
namun, sepertinya masih ku rasa
Yet, it still feels like you're here
hangat tubuhmu di ranjangku,
The warmth of your body in my bed,
hangat senyummu membelai jiwaku
The warmth of your smile caressing my soul
ku tak mampu, menahan rasa ini...
I can't hold back this feeling...
rasa sepi seperti membunuhku
The feeling of loneliness is killing me
entah nanti, ataukah hari ini...
Whether it's later or today...
lama ku nanti, ku ingin kau datang
I've been waiting for so long, I want you to come
masih ku ingat hari-hari
I still remember the days
saat pagi menyambut mentari
When we greeted the morning sun
kita terjaga bersama
We woke up together
saat kepalamu di dadaku,
When your head was on my chest,
dan kau hitung detak jantungku
And you counted my heartbeats
ku tak kuasa, menahan rindu lama...
I can't bear this long-distance longing...
dimana kau?
Where are you?
ku ingin kau ada
I want you to be here
entah di bumi, ataukah di angkasa
Whether on earth or in space
ku tak peduli, ku ingin kau datang
I don't care, I want you to come
ingin kau datang...
I want you to come...
Contributed by Scarlett D. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@sendaljepid928
Salah satu lagu penyayat hati yg mustajab
@reginahanastri6764
pertama kali tau navicula dan lagu ini dari seseorang, dan sekarang bener2 ku ingin kau datang!
@abdulgoffaralmubarok115
Best live version of this song. Really missing Gembull's beat tho😅
@rendywibowo7721
nunggu gembul reuni navicula masih lama kali ya？ hehehe 🤘
@fahmi9115
Ingin kau dadang
@apiprevara7591
Lagu Pematik saya untuk mencari apa itu navicula
@Indrapraja_channel
hangat tubuhmu diranjangku,hangat senyummu membelai jiwaku.....
@rizkykiky5801
Agak mirip foo fighter - everlong
@muhamaddaudmustain6400
Beda lah wkwkwkwk
@rizkykiky5801
@@muhamaddaudmustain6400 wkwkk okk bang