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Iwa K
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Iwa K Live at Konser Kemerdekaan Netmediatama in 2016
Background information
Birth name Iwa Kusuma
Born (1970-10-25) 25 October 1970 (age 54)
Jakarta, Indonesia
Genres Hip hop
Occupation(s)
  • Rapper
  • singer
  • songwriter
  • TV presenter
  • actor
Instruments Vocals
Years active 1990–present

Iwa Kusuma, better known as Iwa K, is a famous Indonesian rapper, singer, and TV presenter. He was born on October 25, 1970, in Jakarta, Indonesia. Iwa K is considered a very important figure in Indonesian hip hop music. He helped start the hip hop scene in the 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 the best-selling Indonesian rapper ever.

Iwa K's Achievements in Music

Iwa K has received many awards for his music. In 1999, he won an Indonesian Music Award for Best Rap Performance. This shows how talented he is as a rapper.

Recognized Albums and Songs

Several of Iwa K's works are considered classics in Indonesian music. His album Ta'kan, which he made with Guest Band, is on a special list. It was ranked #131 in Rolling Stone Indonesia magazine's "150 Greatest Indonesian Albums of All Time".

His very first solo album, Ku Ingin Kembali, also made it onto that list at #117. One of his most popular songs, "Bebas" (released in 1995), is also highly praised. It was ranked #36 in Rolling Stone's "150 Greatest Indonesian Songs of All Time" list. These rankings show how much his music has influenced Indonesian culture.

Iwa K's Music Albums

Iwa K has released many albums throughout his career. Here are some of his most well-known works:

Albums with Guest Band

  • Ta'kan (1991)

Solo Albums by Iwa K

  • Ku Ingin Kembali (1993)
  • Topeng (album) (1994)
  • Kramotak (1996)
  • Mesin Imajinasi (1998)
  • Vini Vidy Vunky (2002)

Albums with Ying Yang

  • Yang Tak Terpisahkan (2009)

See also

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