KAJAWI sings the new track ‘Menteri Durmagati’ from their album SOULITIKA. Andry Arista Ramadona writes the lyrics, while the poet composes with Artblenk Music. He brings a sharp critique of official greed.
Released: October 7, 2025
Menteri Durmagati
Kajawi • From “SOULITIKA”
Menteri Durmagati Lyrics Translation Kajawi | SOULITIKA
Andry Arista Ramadona mentions a half‑drunk head to describe the minister’s unsteady state. The poet lists a ceremonial chicken as a bribe for officials. He uses that image to show how power becomes a feast.
Durmagati Apel IsukDurmagati joins the morning roll call.
Disambut Abdi Mantuk-MantukSubordinates welcome him with constant nods.
Sirah Nggliyeng Setengah MabukHis head’s spinning because he’s half-drunk.
Pidatone Rodok UmukHis speech sounds a bit too boastful.
Kita Ini Pejabat Maka Harus AmanatWe’re officials, so we’ve got to be trustworthy,
Berjuang Demi Rakyat Ayo SemangatFighting for the people, so let’s get motivated!
(Ayo Semangat)(Let’s get motivated!)
Tunjukkan Kita KuatLet’s show them that we’re strong.
Punya Hati Ada NiatHave a heart and a clear intention,
Ada Tekad Tahu Bulat Ayo BerbuatHave a resolve as quick as ‘fried tofu balls’, and let’s take action!
(Kabeh Gawe Ragat)(Everything costs money.)
Sengkuni Paring WartaThe deceitful ‘Sengkuni’ brings the news.
Dana Buto Proyek NegaraMassive funds from state projects are available,
Kabeh Kudu Iso Nanging Ojo SembronoEveryone must manage it, but don’t be reckless.
Ola Saitik Penting Ora KetoroTake a little, just make sure it’s not noticeable.
Iki Proyek GedhiThis is a massive project.
Nanging Ojo Nganti LaliBut don’t you ever forget,
Turahane Dikantongi Paman DibagehiThe leftovers are pocketed and shared with the ‘Uncle’.
(Sengkuni Nagih Janji Yen Gagal Dikeplaki)(Sengkuni demands his due, and if you fail, you’ll get slapped.)
Meeting Bengi-BengiMeetings are held late into the night.
Poro-Poro Mabuk WhiskiEveryone’s getting drunk on ‘whisk#y’,
Bancakan Ingkung Sing GediFeasting on a large ‘ceremonial chicken’.
Semuanya HepiEveryone’s happy,
(Karo Gadis Seksi Si Limbuk Angelasari)(With the sexy girl, ‘Limbuk’ Angelasari.)
Durmagati Dadi MenteriDurmagati becomes a minister.
Noto Proyek Nggo PribadiHe manages projects for his own gain.
Penting Dadi Kudu BathiIt’s important that he makes a profit.
(Tuku Ferarri)(To buy a Ferrari.)
LSM E DisangoniThe NGOs are given hush money.
Anggaran Kudu SetitiThe budget must be handled with care.
Mlebu Kantong Metu MburiIt goes into the pocket and out the back door.
(Iki Sing Digoleki)(This is what we’re looking for.)
Infrastruktur Sokor DadiInfrastructure is built just for the sake of it.
Kualitas Ra PeduliHe doesn’t care about the quality.
Penting Rakyat Ora NgertiAs long as the people don’t find out.
(Harap Dimaklumi)(Please understand how it is.)
Pencitraan Nomer SijiBuilding his image is the top priority.
Aktif Medsos Pasang AksiHe’s active on social media, putting on a show.
Macak Melas Wani RugiActing pitiful and pretending to sacrifice.
(Yo Mes No Ti Ti)(It’s all just for show.)
Durmagati Pasang Kata MotivasiDurmagati posts motivational quotes.
Dadi Aparat Kudu Iso MigunaniAs an official, you’ve got to be useful.
IntroIntro.
Durmogati Sidak ProyekDurmagati conducts a surprise project inspection.
Ngakep Cerutu Nggandeng CewekHe’s clenching a cigar while holding a girl.
Parfum Wangi Mambu KelekHis expensive perfume masks his body odor.
Konten Sibuk Kudu EnekThere’s always got to be content of him being busy.
Nyekel Cetok Noto BotoHe’s holding a trowel and laying bricks.
Etok-Etok Macak IsoHe’s just pretending like he knows what he’s doing.
Katon Prigel Ning Ra Ceto Ora RumongsoHe looks skillful but he’s useless, and he doesn’t even realize it.
(Elek Rapopo)(It’s okay if it’s bad.)
Dulur Kabeh Penting OlehIt’s important that all his relatives get a share.
Sanak Kadang Kudu MadhangAll his kin must be fed.
Konco Kentel Dadi Kandel Kabeh DicekelClose friends become wealthy, and he’s got them all in his hand.
(Polisine Cutel)(The police are ‘compromised’.)
Proyek Sampe Iso HolideyProjects fund his holiday trips.
Wus Ra Nggagas Mutu BangunaneHe doesn’t care about the building’s quality anymore.
Dana Separo Mlebu KantongeHalf the funds go straight into his pocket.
Kari Ngatur Gampang NgentekneNow he just manages how to spend it easily.
Yen Dadi Aparat Opo Maneh Duwe PangkatWhen you’re an official, especially with a high rank,
Kabeh-Kabeh Disikat Urip Iku NikmatEverything’s snatched up; life is sweet.
(Ah Bodo Amat)(Ah, I don’t care.)
Kembang Tebu Cokot AsuLike a ‘sugarcane flower bitten by a dog’—it’s all a mess.
Yen Ra Mlebu Dadi KuruIf he doesn’t get his cut, he’ll grow thin.
Sugih Bondho Awak Lemu Ojo DitiruHe’s wealthy and fat; don’t follow his example.
(Mung Iso Ngguyu)(All I can do is laugh.)
Durmagati Dadi MenteriDurmagati becomes a minister.
Noto Proyek Nggo PribadiHe manages projects for his own gain.
Penting Dadi Kudu BathiIt’s important that he makes a profit.
(Tuku Ferarri)(To buy a Ferrari.)
LSM E DisangoniThe NGOs are given hush money.
Anggaran Kudu SetitiThe budget must be handled with care.
Mlebu Kantong Metu MburiIt goes into the pocket and out the back door.
(Iki Sing Digoleki)(This is what we’re looking for.)
Infrastruktur Sokor DadiInfrastructure is built just for the sake of it.
Kualitas Ra PeduliHe doesn’t care about the quality.
Penting Rakyat Ora NgertiAs long as the people don’t find out.
(Harap Dimaklumi)(Please understand how it is.)
Pencitraan Nomer SijiBuilding his image is the top priority.
Aktif Medsos Pasang AksiHe’s active on social media, putting on a show.
Macak Melas Wani RugiActing pitiful and pretending to sacrifice.
(Yo Mes No Ti Ti)(It’s all just for show.)
Durmagati Pasang Kata MotivasiDurmagati posts motivational quotes.
Dadi Aparat Kudu Iso MigunaniAs an official, you’ve got to be useful.
Menteri Durmagati Music Video
The English lyrics of ‘Menteri Durmagati’ expose official greed. The song is performed in Indonesian and released on SOULITIKA.