Judika embodies the classic rags-to-riches story—he became a national figure after cutting his teeth as a singer in his home town of Berastagi before finishing as runner-up on Indonesian Idol in 2005. His musical catalogue is packed with ardent power ballads like “Bukan Dia Tapi Aku” and the sunnier, hip-hop-inflected “Sampai Kau Jadi Milikku”, always showcasing a versatile, smooth voice that glides over orchestral arrangements, pop beats and power chords. And while the balladeer may now be one of the most popular singer-songwriters in Indonesia, he hasn’t lost the depth of feeling or connection to his audience that made him famous.