Iwa K facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Iwa K
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Iwa K Live at Konser Kemerdekaan Netmediatama in 2016
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| Birth name | Iwa Kusuma |
| Born | 25 October 1970 Jakarta, Indonesia |
| Genres | Hip hop |
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| Instruments | Vocals |
| Years active | 1990–present |
Iwa Kusuma, known to many as Iwa K, is a famous Indonesian rapper, singer, songwriter, TV presenter, and actor. He was born in Jakarta, Indonesia, on October 25, 1970. Iwa K is a very important figure in Indonesian hip hop music. He helped start the hip hop scene in his country.
Iwa K began his music journey in the late 1980s. He made history by being the first Indonesian rapper to release a full album. This album, called Kuingin Kembali, came out in 1992. He is also known as the best-selling Indonesian rapper ever.
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Achievements and Recognition
Iwa K has received many awards for his music. In 1999, he won an Indonesian Music Award for Best Rap Performance. This showed how much his talent was appreciated.
Famous Albums and Songs
Two of Iwa K's albums are considered among the greatest Indonesian albums of all time by Rolling Stone Indonesia magazine. His album with Guest Band, Ta'kan, was ranked highly. His first solo album, Ku Ingin Kembali, also made it onto this special list.
One of his most popular songs, "Bebas," released in 1995, was also recognized as one of the greatest Indonesian songs. These achievements show how much Iwa K has influenced music in Indonesia.
Music Albums
Iwa K has released several albums throughout his career. Here are some of his main works:
With Guest Band
- Ta'kan (1991)
Solo Albums
- Ku Ingin Kembali (1993)
- Topeng (album) (1994)
- Kramotak (1996)
- Mesin Imajinasi (1998)
- Vini Vidy Vunky (2002)
With Ying Yang
- Yang Tak Terpisahkan (2009)
See also
In Spanish: Iwa-K para niños
