After the success of his debut single “Mau Tak Mau”, which has surpassed 4 million streams, Tsaqib returns with a new track titled “Sudahkah Aku?” (Have I?). Released on his girlfriend Zara Adhisty’s (bubbles) birthday, the song offers a calm, stripped-back sound that carries quiet but profound questions about whether one’s presence is enough, and whether love is truly mutual. Zara herself co-wrote the song alongside Tsaqib.
Tsaqib shares, that he dedicates the song to his partner ‘bubbles’, a token of appreciation of the support shown since the start of his journey. While the lyrics seem filled with uncertainty, he explains that what he’s really seeking is feedback, to understand whether he’s been a good partner.
Musically, “Sudahkah Aku?” stays true to the pop-folk style heard in “Mau Tak Mau”, but takes on a more introspective, personal tone. The gentle melody and thoughtful lyrics invite listeners into a deeper space, exploring doubt, the longing to be understood, and the sincerity behind wanting to bring happiness to a loved one.
“This song came from small moments that seemed ordinary at the time, but really stuck with me,” Tsaqib says. “During a quiet conversation, I found myself wondering — am I making her happy? Or am I just tiring her out?” He adds that these kinds of feelings often surface around the seven-month mark of a relationship.
Following several showcase performances after his debut, Tsaqib is becoming known for his honest, gentle storytelling through music. “Sudahkah Aku?” marks his next chapter, more mature, more personal, yet still deeply relatable. “I hope this song helps listeners see that feeling inadequate or insecure in a relationship isn’t a weakness, as long as we’re communicative and willing to reflect on it,” he concludes.
“Sudahkah Aku?” is available now on all digital music platforms.
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