Watch the official lyric video on the Pance Pondaag Official Channel .
is a timeless Indonesian pop classic composed and performed by the legendary Pance Pondaag . Originally released in 1988 as part of the album Lagu Lagu Duet Pance , this track remains a staple of Indonesian "tembang kenangan" (nostalgic songs) due to its deeply emotional exploration of parental sacrifice and marital struggle. Song Overview & Meaning Watch the official lyric video on the Pance
Sacrifice for love, regret for causing loneliness, and unwavering devotion to children ("si buah hati"). Song Overview & Meaning Sacrifice for love, regret
The song is written from the perspective of a husband explaining his frequent absences to his wife. It portrays the bittersweet reality of a father who must work long hours, leaving his partner lonely, all for the sake of providing for his family. regret for causing loneliness