Stand by me Front Cover

Stand by me

WITHDOM & Dhira Bongs

Release Date

2026-09-11

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An international collaboration song between Japanese vocal group WITHDOM and Indonesian singer-songwriter Dhira Bongs!

"Under the moonlight, as if surrendering yourself to the night breeze."
A chill R&B message song by two artist groups from Japan and Indonesia, created with the wish to quietly stay close to your heart, weary from the daily hustle and bustle.

Featuring a silky, sweet, and nostalgic '90s-inspired R&B sound that gently melts away tension, this R&B number beautifully weaves together the unique vocal traits and harmonies of all five vocalists-the four members of WITHDOM alongside Dhira Bongs. The lead vocals spun by WITHDOM and the fresh, soulful voice of Dhira Bongs wrap the listener's heart in a cozy warmth.

The preciousness of simply sitting quietly beside someone, rather than making loud statements.
Moving past assumptions and self-interest, SMOOTH's (WITHDOM) lyrics reflect a grounded hope for peace tailored to us in this complex modern age, showing people drawing closer as they bandage each other's wounds. The phrase "Kitto te wo tsunageru yo," softly sung in Japanese by Dhira Bongs, stands as a symbol of a warm bond that crosses all boundaries of language, culture, and nation

"'Stand by me,' a collaboration between WITHDOM and Dhira Bongs, is a truly heartwarming track that holds hands across borders."

[WITHDOM] Formed in Kyoto, WITHDOM is characterized by their exceptional vocal work and harmonies crafted by three vocalists and one rapper/backing vocalist. Their vocal abilities have earned praise from both domestic and international artists, including Boyz II Men and Sota Hanamura of Da-iCE. Their music reached No. 2 on the J-POP chart on Indonesian radio station [DJFM], and their official cover release of YOASOBI's "Gunjo" was featured in various news media across countries like Indonesia and Thailand. In 2025, they claimed the No. 1 spot on Japan's daily album chart, and in November 2025, they released "KOE feat. SIN" in collaboration with SIN (Singular), one of Thailand's most popular iconic artists.

[Dhira Bongs] Dhira Bongs is a leading Indonesian singer-songwriter and producer whose roots span indie pop, alternative pop, and pop R&B. She captivates listeners around the globe with a blend of soul-stirring songwriting and playful live performances. Having performed at international showcases and festivals across Asia and Europe-including SXSW 2019 (USA), Live at Heart Festival 2024 (Sweden), and Kyoto Onpaku 2017 (Japan)-she was also nominated for "Best Contemporary R&B Solo Artist" at the 2023 Anugerah Musik Indonesia (AMI Awards).

Artist Profile

  • WITHDOM

    A four-member vocal "performance" group formed in Kyoto in 2017. They also have served as official Kyoto Tourism Hospitality Ambassadors and Kyoto Tourism Global Supporters. Featuring three vocalists and one rapper/chorus member, the group is highly acclaimed for their versatile vocal work and exceptional singing ability. Their dynamic approach seamlessly transitions between vocal leads, rap, and intricate harmonies across a wide range of genres, from emotional ballads to high-energy tracks. Demonstrating their vocal prowess, they were selected to perform the national anthem at the opening ceremonies of Japan's NPB (Nippon Professional Baseball) official games for two consecutive years. Their music has also received high praise, with songs like "Kotonoha," "Goodbye," "Get Down," and "YULA YULA" featured as commercial image songs, campaign tracks, and news show weather themes. They co-wrote the track "Stay Gold" with songwriter and producer Kaz Kuwamura, who was appointed as a Voting Member of The Recording Academy (Grammy Awards) in July 2026. Kaz Kuwamura has crafted music for numerous renowned Japanese artists as well as international acts, including K-pop group ITZY, Thailand's guncharlie, and a collaboration between Indian artists Arjun Kanungo and MINA. Furthermore, the group performed on a major Japanese TV music program with "All my life," an R&B ballad composed and vocal-produced by Kaoru Kurosawa of The Gospellers, a pioneering Japanese vocal group. Their album Algorhtyhm, released on May 27, 2025, achieved their first-ever No. 1 spot on the Daily CD Album Rankings. Their cover video of "On Bended Knee" earned praise from members of Boyz II Men and legendary production duo Jam & Lewis, who shared it globally on Instagram. Their official cover releases-YOASOBI's "Gunjo" and Tatsuro Yamashita's "RIDE ON TIME"-were featured in online news outlets across more than ten countries, including Indonesia and Thailand. Notably, "RIDE ON TIME (Cover)" and their original track "Trippin' on you" reached No. 2 on the weekly J-POP chart on Indonesia's radio station DJFM, drawing significant international attention. Active in international collaborations, they released their first global project, "KOE (feat. SIN)," on November 3, 2025, featuring SIN (Singular), a multi-award-winning singer-songwriter from Thailand. Their second international collaboration, "Stand by me," featuring Dhira Bongs-an Indonesian female R&B singer-songwriter and producer nominated for Best Contemporary R&B Solo Artist at the 2023 AMI Awards-is scheduled for release on September 11, 2026. With their captivating tracks, powerful vocals, and impressive stage performances, they are gaining strong momentum as a next-generation vocal group to watch.

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  • Dhira Bongs

    Dhira Bongs is an Indonesian singer-songwriter and producer whose music thrives on contrasts-sweet yet fierce, intimate yet explosive. A 2023 AMI Awards nominee for Best Contemporary R&B Solo Artist, she is known for crafting vibrant pop experiences where heartfelt songwriting meets playful live performances. Rooted in indie pop, alternative pop, and Pop R&B, Dhira continues to explore new sonic landscapes while creating music that is honest, warm, and emotionally engaging. Dhira has built her presence beyond Indonesia through international showcases and festivals across Asia and Europe, including Music Lane Festival Okinawa 2025 (Japan), Live at Heart Festival 2024 (Sweden), SXSW 2019 (Austin, Texas, USA), Kyoto Onpaku 2017 (Japan), as well as performances in Osaka, Nagoya, Amsterdam, and Cologne. Through these cross-cultural experiences and collaborations, she continues to connect with global audiences through her distinctive sound and emotionally driven songwriting.

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