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Furthermore, on every Kartini Day commemoration, of course not a few people celebrate it by singing the song Ibu Kita Kartini to commemorate her services. The song is one of the obligatory songs in school.

But there are still many who don’t know some of the facts behind the song Ibu Kita Kartini. The following is a series of facts about the song Ibu Kita Kartini, composed by WR Supratman, reported from various sources.

1. The beginning of its creation

The song Ibu Kita Kartini and the Indonesian Women’s Congress seem inseparable in history. The reason is, this congress which was held on December 22, 1929 was the beginning of the history of the song’s creation.

2. WR Supratman

WR Supratman’s name is of course familiar to us Indonesian people. He often composes Indonesian national songs. WR Supratman is also the composer of the song Ibu Kita Kartini. He also attended the congress because he was curious to learn about Kartini’s figure. He then composed the song Ibu Kita Kartini to commemorate his services in life.

3. Previous title

Did you know that actually the song Ibu Kita Kartini is not the original title of the song. The song was originally titled Raden Ajeng Kartini.

4. There was a change in the lyrics

The song Ibu Kita Kartini also underwent a change in lyrics. The following are the original lyrics written by WR Supratman before any changes.

“Raden Ajeng Kartini, warrior of the wife/Warrior of the mothers of my homeland/Raden Ajeng Kartini, extension of the mind/Elder of the nation because of her ideals.”

But even so, historians do not know when the song underwent a change in title and lyrics.

(Ysl/Dam)