The music world is about to witness a groundbreaking moment as Singapore-based Indonesian R&B soul-pop sensation lullaboy (Bernard Dinata) becomes the first Singapore-bred artist ever to perform at the prestigious Summer Sonic Festival in Bangkok on August 24, 2025. Sharing the stage with global icons Alicia Keys, 21 Savage, Camila Cabello, and Black Eyed Peas, lullaboy’s inclusion marks a historic milestone for Southeast Asian representation on one of the world’s biggest festival platforms.
“It’s an incredible honor to represent Singapore and Indonesia on a stage of this magnitude,” lullaboy shared, reflecting on the career-defining opportunity. “To perform alongside legends like Alicia Keys and the Black Eyed Peas is beyond anything I dreamed possible. I hope this opens more doors for Southeast Asian artists everywhere.”
This landmark moment arrives alongside the release of lullaboy’s **emotionally charged new single, *’i don’t like u (but i love u)’—the fifth preview from his **highly anticipated third album, *hotels & heartbreaks. The track dives into the complex, often contradictory nature of love, born from a deeply personal conversation that reshaped the artist’s perspective on relationships.
“If you don’t like the person you love, will it last?” lullaboy asks, distilling the song’s haunting central question. The lyrics were inspired by a poignant moment with a close friend who revealed, “I loved her, but I didn’t like her”—a simple yet devastating admission that became the foundation for this raw, introspective anthem.
Lullaboy’s Summer Sonic debut caps off an extraordinary year of historic firsts. In 2024, he became the only artist to close all six nights of Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour in Singapore, a testament to his magnetic stage presence. He also made waves as the first Singapore artist to perform at Waterbomb SG, further cementing his status as a trailblazer for regional talent.
With over 100 million streams across platforms and a devoted global following, lullaboy has earned his reputation as the “healer of the broken-hearted”—a title reflecting his gift for crafting soul-baring love songs that resonate from Los Angeles to Jakarta. His music, a blend of smooth R&B and pop vulnerability, has turned personal heartbreak into universal anthems, connecting with listeners worldwide.
As anticipation builds for hotels & heartbreaks, lullaboy stands at a pivotal crossroads: no longer just a rising star, but a standard-bearer for Southeast Asian artists on the world stage. His Summer Sonic performance isn’t just a personal triumph—it’s a watershed moment for the region’s music scene, proving that homegrown talent can share the spotlight with the industry’s biggest names.
‘i don’t like u (but i love u)’ is available now on all streaming platforms.
SUMMER SONIC BANGKOK 2025
Date: August 23–24, 2025
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Lineup: Alicia Keys, 21 Savage, Camila Cabello, Black Eyed Peas, Babymetal, NOA, lullaboy, and more.
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