Early 2002, Jakarta, Indonesia. After a year disbanding his legendary hardc… Read Full Bio ↴Early 2002, Jakarta, Indonesia. After a year disbanding his legendary hardcore outfit for 10 years, vocalist Arian13 [Puppen, Aparatmati] and old time friends, drummer Kemod [from Bandung thrash grinders, Aparatmati] and guitarist Ricky [from Jakarta's finest hardcore band, Stepforward] founded SERINGAI ['grin' in Indonesian]. Fueled by a desire to play a blend between Motorhead, Black Sabbath, hard rock & metal influences, they began to jam together after bassist Toan joined. SERINGAI was already in the habit of constantly writing songs, and playing small gigs in Jakarta and Bandung. Anthem songs like Alkohol [Alcohol] and Membakar Jakarta [Burning Jakarta], are the crowd's favorites. SERINGAI became more popular and the shows were beer-soaked and the sing along, slamdancing, stagediving never stops.

Shortly thereafter, Toan left the band, and was replaced by Sammy. The band recorded 9 songs including a cover of Black Flag's Jealous Again, and released High Octane Rock EP in 2004 in tape format on their own label, Parau. Many shows in support of the tape, and without proper promotion they have sold about 12.000 copies of High Octane Rock EP. They even got offered to write songs for local movie soundtrack, teenage flick Catatan Akhir Sekolah and horror flick 12:00 AM. Their fanbase grows bigger, and named themselves 'Serigala Militia' or, Seringai's wolfpack. In 2005, the CD version is released. Fortunately, the CD version was highly anticipated, and with different and exclusive artwork, it has sold 2000 copies in just 2 month. This time, the CD was distributed by Off The Records/Universal Music Indonesia.

Band Members
arian13 - throat, chainsaw rick - guitars, sammy - bass, kemod - drums

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Taring
Seringai Lyrics

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Taring! Taring! Taring! Taringku!
Menghajar dunia, dari suasana duka
Taringku buktikan
Tahun-tahun berlalu, aku sempurnakan
Degup terus meletup, kurasakan hidup
Badai terus menderu
Lewatkan tanpa ragu, menyambut harimu
Menancap dalam

Menolak diam
Mengasah tajam
Taring! Taring! Taring! Taringku!
Mengasah tajam, hajar masa depan
Meraih mimpi, kehidupan terang
Sesungguhnya kita mampu menghadapi
Sesungguhnya kita akan menang
Amarahku menderu, bagaikan guntur
Akulah sang sangkur
Akulah peluru, yang akan menburu
Semakin menyala, semakin terarah
Di gelap malam
Taringku tajam, siap menghantam
Menancap dalam
Menolak diam
Terasah tajam, membuas, mengganas
Mengasah tajam, tantang masa depan
Meraih mimpi, kehidupan terang

Sesungguhnya kita mampu menghadapi
Sesungguhnya kita akan menang

Overall Meaning

The song "Taring" by Seringai is a powerful anthem that speaks about resilience, tenacity, and the determination to overcome all obstacles in life. "Taring" translates to "fang," and the song's opening lines, "Taring! Taring! Taring! Taringku!" can be interpreted as a battle cry, where the singer is calling on his inner strength to face the challenges ahead.

The lyrics depict a fierce and raging spirit that refuses to back down in the face of adversity. The lines "Menghajar dunia, dari suasana duka" (Punishing the world from the sorrowful situation) imply a sense of frustration and anger towards the harsh realities of life, but the singer is not defeated. He uses his "taring" as a weapon to crush and conquer obstacles, refusing to be silenced or restrained. The chorus, "Menancap dalam, menolak diam, mengasah tajam," (Implanted deep, refusing to be silent, sharpening my fang) reinforces the idea of a fierce and unwavering spirit.

The song's lyrics also encourage listeners to pursue their dreams and seize the opportunities to live a brighter life. The lines "Meraih mimpi, kehidupan terang" (Achieve your dreams, a bright life) highlight the importance of having hope and optimism in the face of adversity. The song's central message remains one of empowerment, endurance, and resilience in the face of the challenges of life.

Line by Line Meaning

Taring! Taring! Taring! Taringku!
I am sharpening my claws and preparing to face the world with ferocity.

Menghajar dunia, dari suasana duka
I will strike the world and bring it out of its melancholy state.

Taringku buktikan
I will prove my strength with my claws.

Tahun-tahun berlalu, aku sempurnakan
As the years go by, I become more perfect and powerful.

Degup terus meletup, kurasakan hidup
My heart beats with explosive energy, and I feel alive.

Badai terus menderu
The storm continues to rage.

Lewatkan tanpa ragu, menyambut harimu
I will face your challenges without hesitation and embrace your victories.

Menancap dalam
I will sink my claws in deep.

Menolak diam
I refuse to remain silent.

Mengasah tajam
I sharpen my claws.

Mengasah tajam, hajar masa depan
I sharpen my claws to strike at the future.

Meraih mimpi, kehidupan terang
I will achieve my dreams and live a bright life.

Sesungguhnya kita mampu menghadapi
Truly, we are capable of facing anything.

Sesungguhnya kita akan menang
Truly, we will emerge victorious.

Amarahku menderu, bagaikan guntur
My anger rages like thunder.

Akulah sang sangkur
I am the sharpened blade.

Akulah peluru, yang akan menburu
I am the bullet that hunts.

Semakin menyala, semakin terarah
As I grow stronger, I become more focused.

Di gelap malam
In the dark of night.

Taringku tajam, siap menghantam
My claws are sharp and ready to strike.

Terasah tajam, membuas, mengganas
Sharpened and wild, I become ferocious.

Mengasah tajam, tantang masa depan
I sharpen my claws and challenge the future.

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: BRAMANTYO HERNOMO, RICARDO BISUK JUARA, EDY SUSANTO, ARIAN ARIFIN WARDIMAN

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