Nazril Irham, known professionally as Ariel or Ariel “Noah”, is an Indonesian Minangkabau musician, singer and songwriter.
He is best known as the lead singer of the Indonesian pop band Noah (originally Peter Pan). The band was founded in Bandung in 2000 by Ariel along with Andika, Indra, Lukman, Reza and Uki.
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- Full name: Nazril Ilham
- Stage name: Ariel “Noah”
- Date of birth: September 16, 1981
- Age: 43 years old
- Place of birth: Pangkaran Brandan, Indonesia
- Nationality: Indonesia
- Occupation: Singer and songwriter
- Height: 1.67m
- Parents: unknown
- Siblings: Nazreen Fakhrizal and Ivana
- Spouse: Sarah Amalia (m. 2005–2008)
- Children: Alleia Anata Irham
- Relationship: Divorced
- Net worth: $1 million to $5 million
early life and education
Nazril Irham was born on September 16, 1981 in Pangkalan Brandan, Indonesia. Little is known about his family life as details of his parents are not widely publicized. However, he has two siblings Nazreen Fakrizal and Ivana.
Ariel attended school in Bandung, where he developed his musical talent. He is a Minangkabau ethnic and believes in Islam. Despite his fame and success as a musician, he remained a private man when it came to his personal life.
Profession
Ariel is the lead singer of the Indonesian band Noah (originally known as Peterpan) and has become one of the country’s most famous musicians.
In 2000, he co-founded Peterpan in Bandung with band members Andika, Indra, Lukman, Reza and Uki and quickly rose to fame with the band’s second album Bintang di Surga (2004), which became Indonesia’s most popular One of the best-selling albums.
The album’s success catapulted Peterpan to stardom, and Ariel’s unique voice and songwriting abilities made him a central figure in the Indonesian music scene. Despite Ariel’s early success, his career suffered a major setback in 2010 following a scandal involving leaked private videos, which resulted in him being jailed.
After his release from prison, Ariel changed his name to Noah along with his bandmates in 2012, marking a new chapter in their career. Their first album under their new name, Serperti Seharusniaan immediate commercial success, selling over a million copies and cementing their place in the Indonesian music scene.
The band continued to thrive, releasing releases such as second chance and Sing a legendwhich not only showcases their musical evolution, but also highlights Ariel’s growth as a songwriter and performer. His soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics are key to Noah’s continued popularity, earning them a loyal fanbase that spans generations.
In addition to her work with Noah, Ariel has also explored solo projects and collaborations with other artists. One of his notable personal achievements is the release of his single “Dara” During his time in prison, it reflected his resilience as an artist.
Over the years, Ariel has maintained his status as one of Indonesia’s most influential musicians, known for his deep emotional connection with his listeners and his ability to write songs that resonate with his audience. His journey from scandal to redemption has only strengthened his status as an Indonesian cultural icon, continuing to inspire aspiring musicians and his loyal fan base.
Awards and nominations
- Best Pop Songwriter (2005) “Ada Apadan Am”
- Best Co-Production (2005) “Bintang di Surga”
- Best Sound Production Team (2005) “Bintang di Surga”
- Best Pop Collaboration (2005) “Ada Apadan Am”
- Best Record Producer (2005) “Bintang di Surga”
- Best Adaptation (2005) “Bintang di Surga”
- Best Pop Album (2013) “Seperti Seharusnia”
- Album of the Year (2013) “Seperti Seharusnia”
social media
- Instagram account: @arielnoah
personal life
Nazril Irham was married to Sarah Amalia from 2005 until their divorce in 2008. They have a daughter named Alleia Anata Irham.
However, aside from her marriage, Ariel has also been in the spotlight for her romances, especially with actress Luna Maya from 2004 to 2012. He was also rumored to have dated Pevita Pearce. Although he has been in relationships in the past, he is reportedly currently single.
discography
- surga star (2004)
- Serperti Seharusnia (2012)
- second chance (2014)
- kotkatan kotkatan (2019)
- Ranjit Garden (2021)
- Hampa Malayang (2005)
- Monhaps Jjakum (2005)
- Separu Aku (2006)
- Cinta Kita (2007)
- Tak Ada Young Abadi (2008)
- Sidhu Wintucum (2010)
- Yang Dedalan (2012)
- daraj sama (2013)
- Semuah Tantang Kita (2014)
- Sidhu Wintuk Sinta (2016)
- belharap (2018)
- merujinga (2019)
net worth
Nazril Irham, popularly known as Ariel, has an estimated net worth between $1 million and $5 million. Much of his wealth comes from his successful career as the lead singer of the band Noah.