Composed by Melly Goeslaw. Arranged by Zellev. This edition: pdf, streaming. 21st Century, Contemporary, Film/TV, Pop. Score. 4 pages. Zellev Music #1367549. Published by Zellev Music (A0.1807337).
Key Signature: E major Time Signature: 4/4 Tempo: Adagio, but not too much Difficulty: Advanced intermediate
Melly Goeslaw is one of Indonesia’s most influential singer-songwriters, born in Bandung in 1974. She began her career in music at a young age and rose to prominence in the 1990s with the band Potret before becoming a highly successful solo artist and composer. Known for her emotionally rich lyrics and distinctive melodic style, Melly has written hundreds of songs, many of which became iconic film soundtracks. Her ability to translate complex human emotions into simple yet powerful words has made her a defining voice in Indonesian pop music.
The song “Bimbang”, which translates to “uncertain” or “conflicted,” is closely associated with the 2002 film Ada Apa Dengan Cinta? and was written to reflect the emotional state of the characters in the story. Rather than focusing on romantic fulfillment, the song captures a moment of inner turmoil—when feelings are strong but direction is unclear. Through its soft yet tense melody and introspective lyrics, Bimbang mirrors the confusion, hesitation, and emotional push-and-pull experienced by young people standing at the edge of love.
The meaning of Bimbang lies in portraying love as an emotional crossroads rather than a destination. Melly Goeslaw created the song to express how love can be both beautiful and painful at the same time—how it can awaken deep feelings while also causing doubt and fear. This theme resonated strongly with listeners because it reflects a universal experience: wanting someone deeply while being unsure of what to do next. As a result, Bimbang endures not just as a movie soundtrack, but as a timeless expression of emotional uncertainty in love.
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Composed by Melly Goeslaw. Arranged by Zellev. This edition: pdf, streaming. 21st Century, Contemporary, Film/TV, Pop. Score. 4 pages. Zellev Music #1367549. Published by Zellev Music (A0.1807337).
Key Signature: E major Time Signature: 4/4 Tempo: Adagio, but not too much Difficulty: Advanced intermediate
Melly Goeslaw is one of Indonesia’s most influential singer-songwriters, born in Bandung in 1974. She began her career in music at a young age and rose to prominence in the 1990s with the band Potret before becoming a highly successful solo artist and composer. Known for her emotionally rich lyrics and distinctive melodic style, Melly has written hundreds of songs, many of which became iconic film soundtracks. Her ability to translate complex human emotions into simple yet powerful words has made her a defining voice in Indonesian pop music.
The song “Bimbang”, which translates to “uncertain” or “conflicted,” is closely associated with the 2002 film Ada Apa Dengan Cinta? and was written to reflect the emotional state of the characters in the story. Rather than focusing on romantic fulfillment, the song captures a moment of inner turmoil—when feelings are strong but direction is unclear. Through its soft yet tense melody and introspective lyrics, Bimbang mirrors the confusion, hesitation, and emotional push-and-pull experienced by young people standing at the edge of love.
The meaning of Bimbang lies in portraying love as an emotional crossroads rather than a destination. Melly Goeslaw created the song to express how love can be both beautiful and painful at the same time—how it can awaken deep feelings while also causing doubt and fear. This theme resonated strongly with listeners because it reflects a universal experience: wanting someone deeply while being unsure of what to do next. As a result, Bimbang endures not just as a movie soundtrack, but as a timeless expression of emotional uncertainty in love.
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This product was created by a member of ArrangeMe, Hal Leonard's global
self-publishing community of independent composers, arrangers, and songwriters.
ArrangeMe allows for the publication of unique arrangements of both popular
titles and original compositions from a wide variety of voices and backgrounds.
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