Benjamin B. was founded as a three-piece: Scholtens, Barbara Lampe (bass) and Michel Weber (drums). Dutch indie label, Excelsior Recordings, signed them after having heard their self-titled 1995 début demo album. Their début EP for Excelsior came out in late 1996. It was formally self-titled, but became known as the Cherry Blossom EP, after the opening song and the picture of cherry blossom on the cover.
1997 saw the release of the band's first full-length album, The Comfort of Replay, to good reviews but disappointing sales in comparison to more succesful fellow 'Excelsior bands' including Daryll-Ann, Johan and Caesar.
With Vincent van Vondel as its new bassist (following the departure of Barbara Lampe) and guitarist/pianist, Nico B., as a fourth group member, the band recorded a sophomore album, Instant Art, which was released in 1999, once again a critical success but a commercial failure.
The band seemed to have folded in 2000, but re-surfaced in 2001. Benjamin B. uploaded a monthly cover song on their website and, in 2003, started working on their third album, which was turned down by Excelsior Recordings, but eventually released on Living Room Records, entitled Tired Of The Moon (2004). At this point Benjamin B. had become a six-piece, following the arrival of Eddy Scholtens (guitars, keyboards) and René Asschert (drums).
2005 saw a Benjamin B. contribution to a compilation album entitled 'Schaamte en Woede' ('Shame and Anger'). This song, Yolk, was the last sign of life from Benjamin B. Current status: "inactive"...
In November 2020 Benjamin B's début demo album, Benjamin B. (1995), finally got an 'official' release on CD, LP and cassette, thru Excelsior Recordings. A Facebook page and Bandcamp profile for the band were launched.
Cherry Blossom
Benjamin B. Lyrics
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Cherry Blossom
Can I have some more
Can I have some more
Can I have some more dessert now
I need more
I don't cry a lot
But I sure do try a lot to give
The song Cherry Blossom by Benjamin B. is an interesting reflection on the joys of indulging in life's simple pleasures. The lyrics revolve around a desire to have more of something sweet, specifically cherry blossom (which could refer to the Japanese cherry blossom tree, from which cherry blossom tea and other treats can be made). The repetition of the line "Can I have some more" emphasizes the singer's insatiable appetite, and the urgency of the request ("I need more") adds to the sense of craving.
However, the song isn't just about wanting more dessert. Beneath the surface, it's a commentary on the human condition and our constant search for something to fill the void. The line "I don't cry a lot but I sure do try a lot to give" suggests that the singer is aware that there's more to life than just satisfying one's biological urges. We all have a desire to give and contribute to the world around us, but it's often easier to focus on our own wants and needs.
Line by Line Meaning
Can I have some Cherry Blossom
May I indulge in the beauty and sweetness of nature's Cherry Blossom
Can I have some more
I have tasted the goodness of life, and I want more of it
Can I have some more
I still have an appetite for life's goodness and want more of it
Can I have some more dessert now
I desire more of life's sweetness and pleasures
I need more
I yearn for more fulfilling experiences and moments
I don't cry a lot
I do not show my emotions often
But I sure do try a lot to give
However, I make conscious effort to give my best in every situation
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Fiebo Scholtens
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