Karaoke has always been an entertainment staple, and quite frankly, one of the most exciting ways to bond with family and friends. 

Aside from the excuse of pouring your feelings out with a mic in hand, there’s so much more that makes karaoke so appealing – the vibrant LED lights, a mini stage, and of course, the somewhat interesting music videos.

We’ve compiled a list of Malay-Indo songs from the early 2000s to send you back to the good old days.

‘Mungkin Nanti’ - Noah (formerly Peterpan)

Maybe someday, we’ll get to hear Noah serenade us with this song in real life. Multi-award-winning pop-rock band NOAH (formerly Peterpan) are known for their catchy songs of romance and heartbreak. This track showcases one's longing for a former love interest, in hopes that the pair will reunite once again.

‘Sempurna' - Andra & The Backbone

‘Sempurna’ is definitely the song to perk up your day. With over 40 million views on YouTube, the three-piece rock act have made a lasting impression back in the day.

‘Cinta Ini Membunuhku’ - D’MASIV

Sing at your own risk because you might shed a tear. Formed in Indonesia, D'Masiv released an impressive line-up of notable albums and tracks, including 'Cinta Ini Membunuhku', under their debut album Perubahan. Translated as "this love is killing me", this song describes a relationship that is deprived of love and filled with pain and hatred.

‘Kenangan Terindah’ - SAMSONS

SAMSONS really do know how to evoke the most beautiful memories into our lives. This track distinctly became one of the band's timeless classics that revolve around nostalgia and beautiful moments in the past.

‘Sephia’ - Sheila On 7

If your friends or siblings aren’t harmonising with you on this one, they’re doing it wrong. 'Sephia' by Sheila On 7 successfully clinched two awards at the Anugerah Musik Indonesia (AMI) — the AMI Award for Best Progressive Song and the AMI Award for Best Song.

‘Ada Apa Denganmu’ - Noah (formerly Peterpan)

Because one song by NOAH isn’t enough! Also listed as one of the most distinguished tracks in their discography on Spotify, 'Ada Apa Denganmu' portrays a partner pleading with his significant other to forget about past mistakes and move on.

‘My Heart’ - Acha Septriasa and Irwansyah

Truly the go-to karaoke anthem for couples out there. A duet by Indonesian singers and actors Irwansyah and Acha Septriasa, this track represents the deep and profound love that the pair holds for one another. Fun fact, 'My Heart' was featured on the soundtrack of the 2006 Indonesian film Heart, starring the duo themselves!

‘Andai Ku Tahu’ - Ungu

A classic that we listened to while growing up. Known for their soul-stirring and touching songwriting, Ungu's 'Andai Ku Tahu' touches on how one seeks repentance and forgiveness for his wrongdoings.

‘Tak Bisa Memilihmu’ - 6ixth Sense

This is your time to pour your heart and soul out. 'Tak Bisa Memilihmu' by Malaysia's indie rock outfit 6ixth Sense tells the tale of an individual torn between two partners, essentially stuck in a love triangle.

‘Pencinta Wanita’ - Irwansyah

A timeless hit that’s super catchy. In this track, Irwansyah is a "lover of women", but among all of the ladies in the world, he only loves one. And that one is none other than Acha Septriasa, who ends up with him in the music video.

‘Pudar’- Rossa

Time to round up the girls. Billed as Indonesia's Queen of Pop, Rossa has a slew of notable tracks that we've come to love growing up including 'Pudar' from her album Kembali (2004). This album sold more than 800,000 copies after nine months of its release in Indonesia.

‘Tak Ada Logika’ - Agnez Mo

Could this be the anthem of 2005? Agnez Mo has won numerous awards, including five Nickelodeon Indonesia Kids' Choice Awards and four MTV Indonesia Awards. 'Tak Ada Logika' is just one of the most memorable songs that has to be in our queue.

‘Bukan Cinta Biasa’ - Dato’ Sri Siti Nurhaliza

You can’t go wrong with a classic by Dato’ Sri Siti Nurhaliza. The Malaysian singer-songwriter is easily one of the most influential figures in her home country and worldwide. In 2020, she took her spot as the number one most-streamed local artist on Spotify.

‘P.U.S.P.A’ - ST12

The chorus is so contagious that even the shyest one in the room will sing along. With 27 million views on YouTube, there's no doubt that ST12's 'P.U.S.P.A' was a hit in the Malay-Indo community in the early 2000s.

‘Jujur’ - Radja

This will surely hype you up through the night. With several awards, including Double Platinum, under their belt, the Indonesian rock act have certainly released a couple of earworms, like 'Jujur', that are still thought about (and sung) to this day.