: Often called the "music of the people," this genre features a distinct tabla and gendang beat. Recent trends include "Dangdut Time" segments on Indonesian Idol and viral TikTok performances by artists like Syahiba Saufa
Indonesian pop culture is now exported via dance. The "Poco-Poco" (a 90s aerobics dance) has been replaced by the "Lagi Syantik" dance (by Siti Badriah). These dances cross the strait to Malaysia and Singapore, sparking minor diplomatic spats about cultural ownership. It is a testament to Indonesia’s soft power: they may not have K-Pop’s budget, but they have the rhythm.