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| The performance of Elly, the law student of UMM, in Indonesia's Got Talent (IGT). (Photo: Istimewa) |
The performer was Elly Rahmawati, the Faculty of Law student at the University of Muhammadiyah Malang (UMM), who walked innocently onto the stage of Indonesia's Got Talent (IGT). Elly, who wore an all-black suit, still looked calm and shy as greeting the judges and introducing herself. However, when the judges invited her to perform, all noticed her. Reza Arap, Ivan Gunawan, Rossa, and Denny Sumargo—the IGT judges—were amazed at Elly's beatboxing skills. Likewise, the audience applauded when Elly finished her performance.
"(She looks) silent as if she was uncool, but moves like a pro," a netizen commented on Elly's video performance on the official YouTube of IGT.
Elly admitted that she felt contented with having a chance to perform in IGT. Her performance was also her way of proving to Indonesians that women can also beatbox. Additionally, she aimed to make her parents proud.
Interestingly, Elly's participation in the talent show was a direct invitation from IGT. "At first, I did intend to participate in IGT, but before it came true, an Instagram direct message from the IGT committee approached me, telling me that I got a special invitation to audition for it," said she.
The 19-year-old girl said that it felt challenging for her to perform in front of the judges. Besides, hundreds, thousands, and even millions of people also saw her performance either through social media or television.
"Therefore, I needed to prepare well and carefully for the next performance. Thus, the beatbox I was going to show could be enjoyed by all people. Some of the preparations were new concepts that have never been performed in IGT and worn clothes to support (my) performance," explained Elly.
On the other hand, the first of two children has often participated in beatbox competitions, even at international levels. She won 1st place in the Equinox Female Beatbox Battle 2020 and 1st place in the Beat da Plague Female Exhibition. Elly admitted that it all started when running into her senior during junior high school, who is fond of beatbox. It made Elly eventually feel interested in and pursue beatbox.
"That was where I finally taught myself beatbox techniques from YouTube. Initially, my parents did not allow me to do so. Primarily, this hobby is dominated by boys, so my parents feel worried. But I proved all that with my achievements, and finally, my parents continue to support what is best for their children, said the law student.
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Lastly, Elly expects to pass the next stage and be able to perform the best. She also advises other young people to be confident with owned skills or talent. Probably, it can make achievements and make us and our parents proud. (imh/zak/wil)
