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Rhoma Irama has also been active in politics. He ran for the presidency of Indonesia in 2014 (under the People's Conscience Party, Hanura) and again in 2019. His campaigns, however, were unsuccessful. He has also faced periods of censorship and tension with the Indonesian government, particularly during the New Order regime of Suharto, which at times considered his lyrics too provocative and restricted his performances.

The defining hallmark of Rhoma Irama's work is his commitment to Islam. After a spiritual awakening in the early 1970s, he dedicated his music to conveying moral and religious messages. His songs address social issues such as poverty, corruption, and drug abuse, while often critiquing un-Islamic behaviors like gambling, drinking, and promiscuity. Hits like Begadang (Staying Up Late), Judi (Gambling), and Kereta Malam (Night Train) became anthems for the urban poor and devout Muslim youth, offering guidance through catchy, energetic tunes. His most iconic song, Darah Muda (Young Blood), encourages youth to channel their energy into positive, religiously guided action. rhoma irama full

Rhoma Irama, born on December 11, 1946, in Tasikmalaya, West Java, is a monumental figure in Indonesian music and culture. Widely known as the "King of Dangdut," he is a singer, songwriter, guitarist, and actor who revolutionized the dangdut genre—a popular fusion of Malay, Indian, and Arabic music—by infusing it with rock and roll energy and, most significantly, explicitly Islamic lyrical themes. Rhoma Irama has also been active in politics