Name Origin
Desirée chose the name "Bambee" as a reference to her eyes, as people often told her they are comparable to the eyes of "Bambi" from Disney's famous animated film. Originally, Desirée had considered using the name Bambi but changed the spelling to avoid copyright issues.
History / Brief Biography
Desirée discovered the wonderment of pop music at the age of two, and has kept the style and glamour of the pop-beat till today. All through her school years, Desirée frequently initiated pupils’ performances with herself in the leading parts. Desirée performed in such musicals as "The Sound Of Music" and "Les Miserables," and her talent as a performer continued to grow.
Desirée was working for the youth department in a national radio station when she first reached out for stardom. One day, a producer asked her if she wanted to sing the chorus for a song. Grabbing the opportunity, “Candy Girl” became the result. She decided to release the song as a single and signed on to Scandinavian Records. Now she needed a name. She got in touch with her good friend and singer, Shortcut, and they had a name brain-storming for Desirée. The first thing to strike his mind was Bambi. She made him think of Disney's famous deer animal character, because of her big, blue, innocent eyes. Des loved the idea of Bambi, but made a small change to Bambee, because of Disney's copyright laws.
It was a huge and daring step for Desirée to take the plunge as Bambee, but she hasn't regretted it since. She probably had to fight harder than anyone to enter the play lists; expecting special treatment or any other benefit from her position would overrate her power - and underestimate the integrity of the radio jockeys. Supported by public demand, she traveled to major cities, and performed in small clubs all over Norway and Scandinavia. She was a part of a cross-country festival tour, arranged by national media and broadcast live on TV. She also starred in the Radio 1 Big City event and was invited to host the prestigious Radio 1 Music Awards show.
The lack of limits had become one of Bambee's most powerful forces. She was confident in her career, proud of her appearance, and happy with the success she had achieved. Equally important is the touch of self-irony that allows Bambee to keep the artist in her, out of her private life. Sometimes it is necessary to separate the two, but a brief glance into her wardrobe (similar to the costume stock at any major theatre) makes you doubt her efforts to keep them apart. Either way, she is a creative and charming personality - neat, sweet and talented. She loves to play TV-games in her spare time and she is very keen when she is playing. It happens so often that she plays till late night. Her favourite game is Resident Evil.
In The End
Linnea Handberg, also known as Miss Papaya, is the secret artist behind Bambee. Together with Honeycutt and Left Hand Productions, Linnea wrote all of Bambee's songs, including the number one hits "Bumble Bee" and "Spaceman".
A third album for Bambee was planned, and Linnea had even written a number of demos for the album. However, by this time Linnea was growing tired of being 'cheesy' and decided to move on from writing bubblegum dance styled music. She no longer had the interest in bubblegum music that she did in 1998, and she felt that the world would mature and bubblegum would eventually move out of the spotlight. She began working on a solo career as a pop singer.
As a consequence, both the Bambee and Miss Papaya projects were abandoned, and since 2001, no new material has been released by Bambee.
Typical Tropical
Bambee Lyrics
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I'm in Heaven, I'm in paradise
Typical tropical summer night
And it feels so right
Love and sunny weather
Go along together
On this island, we are free
Drinking and dancin'
Summer romancin'
I love it when you're here with me
It's a typical tropical summer night
I'm in Heaven, I'm in paradise
Typical tropical summer night
And it feels so right
It's a typical tropical summer night
I'm in Heaven, I'm in paradise
Typical tropical summer night
And it feels so right
Beaches and palm trees
Sunshine and blue seas
The water is nice and cool
Coconut flavor
You are my savior
The heat makes me act like a fool
It's a typical tropical summer night
I'm in Heaven, I'm in paradise
Typical tropical summer night
And it feels so right
It's a typical tropical summer night
I'm in Heaven, I'm in paradise
Typical tropical summer night
And it feels so right
When the moon lights up the sky so blue
Love is on its way
I swear I'll give my heart to you
Before night turns into day
It's a typical tropical summer night
I'm in Heaven, I'm in paradise
Typical tropical summer night
And it feels so right
It's a typical tropical summer night
I'm in Heaven, I'm in paradise
Typical tropical summer night
And it feels so right
Bambee's song "Typical Tropical" depicts a romantic and carefree summer evening on a tropical island. The lyrics describe the beautiful scenery of the island with beaches, palm trees, blue seas, and coconut flavor, setting the mood for a relaxing and fun-filled moment. The music reflects the upbeat and cheerful nature of the scene.
The song speaks of love in the sunny weather, with the moonlight acting as a catalyst for romance. The singer expresses her affection for her lover, and how it feels just right to be with him in the beautiful tropical setting. She finds herself amidst paradise and enjoys the freedom that the island offers as they dance, drink and engage summer romancing.
Overall, "Typical Tropical" is a song that celebrates the joys of summer and love in a beautiful paradise setting.
Line by Line Meaning
It's a typical tropical summer night
This night is a common occurrence during summertime in tropical climates, featuring warm temperatures and a vibrant atmosphere
I'm in Heaven, I'm in paradise
I am overwhelmed with joy and delight, feeling like I am in a serene and perfect place
Typical tropical summer night
This night embodies all the usual aspects of a summer evening in the tropics
And it feels so right
This experience is absolutely perfect and could not be any better
Love and sunny weather
Warm and bright weather is the perfect setting for experiencing love and romance
Go along together
These two components complement and enhance each other perfectly
On this island, we are free
Being in this location allows us to feel liberated and unrestricted from the stresses of everyday life
Drinking and dancin'
Enjoying refreshing alcoholic beverages and dancing to music are popular activities during these summertime nights
Summer romancin'
The atmosphere of this summer evening is conducive to forming romantic connections with others
I love it when you're here with me
Being with a loved one during this experience makes it even more special and enjoyable
Beaches and palm trees
The landscape of this area usually includes sandy beaches and tall, swaying palm trees
Sunshine and blue seas
The bright sun and clear blue ocean create a picturesque setting
The water is nice and cool
The temperature of the ocean water is refreshing and pleasant
Coconut flavor
The taste of coconut is a popular flavor during these summertime nights
You are my savior
Being with a significant other during this experience is a saving grace and makes it even more enjoyable
The heat makes me act like a fool
The warmth of the tropical weather can cause someone to feel giddy and impulsive
When the moon lights up the sky so blue
During the nighttime hours, the moon provides illumination for the area and changes the ambiance
Love is on its way
The nighttime hours can bring opportunities for romantic connections to develop
I swear I'll give my heart to you
I promise to be open and vulnerable, and to give all of myself to you during this experience
Before night turns into day
This experience is fleeting and will end soon, before the sun rises and the new day begins
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Linnea Handberg, Jorgen Schlosrich
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