James F. Sundah | |
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Birth name | James Freddy Sundah |
Born | Semarang, Central Java, Indonesia. | December 1, 1955
Origin | Manado, North Celebes, Indonesia. |
Genres | Pop, Rock, Contemporary |
Occupations | Songwriter, composer, arranger, record producer |
Instruments | Guitar, Keyboards, Synthesizers |
Years active | 1977 – present |
Ir. James F. Sundah (born James Freddy Sundah) is an Indonesian songwriter, of Minahasa descent. He was born in Semarang on December 1, 1955. A prominent figure in the Indonesian music industry, Sundah is best known for his evergreen song "Lilin Lilin Kecil" (Little Candles), sung by Chrisye (released in 1977).[1] Which won the "Listeners' Favorite Choice" Award from the prominent Prambors Rasisonia Radio in Jakarta.[2][3]