The song explicitly calls out "stupidity and hypocrisy" ( kebodohan tentang kemunafikkan ), likely referencing the systemic failures that led to the disaster.
Netizens and critics have noted that the song acts as a historical record, ensuring the tragedy and its causes—including the use of expired tear gas and overcrowding—are not forgotten by future generations. Kanjuruhan - Iwan Fals | Official Music Video
Iwan Fals writes that Kanjuruhan taught "about togetherness, about caring" ( tentang kebersamaan, tentang kepedulian ), describing the victims as blooming flowers watered by tears and prayers. He uses the iconic Arema slogan, "Salam Satu Jiwa" (Salutations of One Soul), but pivots it toward a "Salutation for the Silence" ( Sang Sepi ) to honour the dead. The song explicitly calls out "stupidity and hypocrisy"
The lyrics structure the tragedy around contrasting lessons taught by the event: He uses the iconic Arema slogan, "Salam Satu
Watch the official music video to see how Iwan Fals uses his legendary voice to commemorate the lives lost and demand justice for the victims: Kanjuruhan - Iwan Fals | Official Music Video Iwan Fals Official YouTube• 5 Oct 2022
Are you interested in a into the specific investigation results regarding the stadium gates and the use of tear gas? Kanjuruhan - Iwan Fals | Official Music Video