A cinematic approach to a familiar scene: Christ’s Crucifixion, is now available on Apple Music and Spotify. VerseDia tinggalkan BapaNya, turun mencari akuMengambil rupa seorang hamba, diam membisu gantikan akuDia relakan nyawaNya, bagiku yang terhilangMenjadi domba penghapus salah, diam membisu gantikan aku BridgeDosaku dibayarNya, lunas sudah di KalvariHingga membuat Bapa berpaling mukaKu dengar Dia memanggil […]
With Carmel & Vinca
Contempla was lucky enough to have the precious time of Carmel & Vinca, the lovely dancers in our music video Bapa Mengenalku. How do you feel about the song? (Carmel) It touched me very personally. The lyrics drew me into the feeling of “do not be afraid, the Father is always with me,” and there […]
Approaching The Second Release
Yes, you heard that right. We are at the final stage of releasing our second release. A beautiful song to contemplate with. A loyal companion of your personal space that transcends heart and soul. I hope you are excited as we are!
Do you smell that?
It smells nice, doesn’t it? Melody, check!Lyrics, check!Music, … yes, we are currently cooking for the second single. Stay tune!
Why Contemp.la?
Contemp.la comes from the word contemplation, a quiet, intentional space where one pauses, reflects, and listens. Our songs are not meant to rush or overwhelm, but to gently invite you into that space. They are written to be a place of stillness, a companion for moments when you need to sit with the Word of […]
Who did the cover artwork?
Fahmi Yudhantoro from MeanDesign, gracefully granted his beautiful talent and artistry to Contemp.la. Such work was manifested in the creation of Bapa Mengenalku cover artwork. A unique line art portraying the very essence of the song. Beautiful, isn’t it? Please let us know what you think?
Behind the songwriting of Bapa Mengenalku
We had just finished moving, leaving behind the tight corners of an apartment for a house that finally gave us room to breathe. Downstairs, there was an empty space that seemed to wait quietly for something meaningful. I knew almost immediately what it needed: an upright piano. That piano became more than furniture. It became […]
She is afraid of dark and loud noises
Contemp.la (C) was lucky enough to spend time with the talented vocalist, Intan Hutagalung (IH). (C) What is your favorite food? (IH) Fruits, cause they are healthy. (C) What do you do on the weekend?(IH) I go to church in the morning and play badminton in the evening. (C) Any country you plan to visit?(IH) […]
Bapa Mengenalku song is now on Apple Music
Our first single, “Bapa Mengenalku” is now available on Apple Music! You can enjoy it with lossless audio quality and sing along with the provided lyrics. See you there!
Bapa Mengenalku Lyrics in English
Verse 1Our Father knows me, our Father keeps meFrom my mother’s womb, He already spoke my nameMy days were written downLong before I ever breathed this world Verse 2Our Father knows me, our Father keeps meIn my resting and my walking, You stay by my sideYour right hand leads me onYour staff, my quiet comfort […]