(1) a … Read Full Bio ↴There are a number of artists performing under the name Ben:
(1) a South Korean soloist singer; (2) a German spoken-word performer/rapper; (3) a UK jazz-prog band from the early 70s; (4) a US rapper; (5) a Swedish alt-country band now> Rusty Flores; (6) Nigerian/British singer and songwriter Ben Ofoedu; (7) UK singer-songwriter Ben Ellis; (8) French folk singer/group; (9) An American indie musician, full name Ben Chatrer; (10) an American cloud rap artist from Pennsylvania; (11) Benjamin Jung Tuffnell, former vocalist of Thai band Silly Fools; (12) a Japanese chiptune / chipstyle musician from Osaka; (13) a Persian rap and hip hop artist
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1. Lee Eun-young (born July 30, 1991), better known by her stage name Ben, is a South Korean singer. She was a member of South Korean band Bebe Mignon from 2010 to 2011.
2. There is a Spoken Word/Rap-Artist from Berlin named Ben, who collaborates with Audio88. He is a member of WIR - with Kid Kabul and Audio88. His tracks are available for streaming here.
3. British band, formed by five elements: Peter Davey (Saxophone, flute and clarinet), Alex McCleery (Spelt Macleery on LP) (Moog synth/piano), Gerry Reid (acoustic guitar) , Len Surtess (bass) and David Sheen (drums, congas, percussions). They made a self-title album in 1971, mixing jazz, progressive-rock and some more folk influence. For more information see http://www.myspace.com/benmusicuk
4. A rapper from the United States. For more information on this Ben see http://www.myspace.com/benny
5. A Swedish alt-country band that released two albums and one EP before changing its name in 2005 to Rusty Flores. As "Ben," they released:
- Like a wheel touching the ground
- Ill-fated and magical
- Ben (EP)
The band's frontman, Daniel Frank, also appears on a few of Christian Kjellvander's albums and is a regular member of The Lazy Grace Frontier.
6. Phats & Small vocalist Ben Ofoedu, who released a solo single called 'Your Love' in 2000.
7. English singer-songwriter, Ben Ellis, as yet unsigned.
8. French folk singer/group : www.last.fm/music/Various+Artists/Anthologie+de+la+chanson+fran%C3%A7aise+-+les+chansons+d%27amour
9. American indie songwriter and musician Ben Chatrer is a frequent collaborator with Dean Ween, and has released three independent albums since 1999.
10. Singer, rapper and hip-hop producer from Pennsylvania. He specializes in the hip-hop sub genre "cloud rap." His name is stylized as "ben." He is often associated with artists such as BLKMSK and the critics collector.
11. Benjamin Jung Tuffnell, the former vocalist of Silly Fools, has released a solo song and is credited as "Ben" on Spotify. However YouTube says Ben Solo.
12. Ben (often stylized as "BEN"), a chiptune / chipstyle musician based in Osaka Japan & a member of Sound Team LORB.
13. Ben (Short for Benyamin) is an underground Persian rapper and hip hop artist
Catch my disease
Ben Lyrics
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And that's the way I like it
My garden's a secret compartment
And that's the way I like it
And that's the way I like it
Your body's a dream that turns violent
And that's the way I like it
And that's the way I like it
And that's the way I like it
So please
Baby please
Open your heart
Catch my disease
I was backstage in Pomona
And that's the way I like it
She drank beer with Coca-Cola
And that's the way I like it
And that's the way I like it
She told me about the winds from Santa Anna
And that's the way I like it
And that's the way I like it
She told me she loved me like fireworks
And that's the way I like it
So please
Baby please
Open your eyes
Catch my disease
So please (PLEASE!)
Baby please
Come on
Catch my disease
Catch it
They play good Charlotte on the radio
And that's the way I like it
They play sleepy Jackson on the radio
And that's the way I like it
And that's the way I like it
I hear Beyonce on the radio
And that's the way I like it
'Cause that's the way I like it
They don't play me on the radio
But that's the way I like it
So please
Baby please
Open your heart
And catch my disease
So please
Baby please
Come on
Catch my disease
(Catch my disease) nananana nananah
(Catch my disease) nananana nananah
(Catch my disease) nananana nananah
(Catch my disease) nananana nananah
The lyrics in "Catch My Disease" by Ben Lee seems to revolve around a few themes: the first is the idea of nothingness or being empty-headed, however this is something the singer likes. The second theme is the idea of secrets, with the use of a garden as a metaphor for something that is private and hidden, and something the singer likes. The third theme is centered around the concept of love, with the singer hoping that the person they love will catch their 'disease'. The song starts off describing how the singer likes having an empty box for a head, something they like as it seems to allow them to deal with things in a way that works for them. The metaphorical garden here represents a secret - we all have our own secrets or things we hold onto privately, that is what the singer's garden is to them. They then speak about how the person they are in love with is someone who is a bit violent and fiery, but they still love them. Finally, the song ends with the singer appealing to this person to catch their disease, to fall in love with them, and to open up their heart to do so.
The song seems to be about being able to be yourself and having the person you love accept that about you. Ben Lee's "Catch My Disease" appears to be an anthem for individuality and asking the person you love to accept the parts of you that might be not-so-easy to understand but it's essential to you as a person. The song's bridge gives us a little insight into where Ben was when he wrote the song. Ben sings about being backstage in Pomona and how he had a conversation with a girl who he really liked. The deep conversation that he had with her seems to have spurred on the themes present in the song.
Line by Line Meaning
My head is a box full of nothing
I don't like to clutter my mind with unnecessary thoughts or worries.
And that's the way I like it
I am content and happy with my current state of mind.
My garden's a secret compartment
I like to keep my personal life private and separate from the outside world.
Your body's a dream that turns violent
You are a beautiful person, but sometimes your passion can become overwhelming or destructive.
The winter is long in the city
Life can be hard and lonely, especially in the colder months.
So please
Baby please
Open your heart
Catch my disease
I am asking you to be open-minded and try new things, including a relationship with me.
I was backstage in Pomona
I have had unique experiences and have traveled to many interesting places.
She drank beer with Coca-Cola
She is someone who likes to mix unexpected things together and try new combinations.
She told me about the winds from Santa Anna
She shared her knowledge and expertise with me.
She told me she loved me like fireworks
She expressed her strong emotions and feelings towards me.
Open your eyes
I want you to see and understand the world in the same way that I do.
They play good Charlotte on the radio
Popular music can be enjoyable, even if it's not necessarily my preferred genre.
They don't play me on the radio
I am not concerned with commercial success or widespread popularity.
Come on
Catch my disease
(Catch my disease) nananana nananah
I am enthusiastic about sharing my passions with you and want to infect you with my positive energy.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing, BMG Rights Management, A SIDE MUSIC LLC D/B/A MODERN WORKS MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: BENJAMIN MICHAEL LEE, MCGOWAN MARKEY SOUTHWORTH
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Sourcoolness
One of the best Christmas songs that isn't actually a Christmas song.
@YourManAlexSmith
Can’t believe this song came out 10 months ago. Time really feels different when you get to my age
@doctorbohr1585
It came out 15 years ago??
@YourManAlexSmith
@@doctorbohr1585 I dare say you’ve missed my joke
@doctorbohr1585
@@YourManAlexSmith I'm afraid so 😓
@sicariusperemo3789
😋
@sicariusperemo3789
@@doctorbohr1585 Don't worry about it 🙂At least there wasn't a bunch of dickheads giving you hell for that comment...
@andrewwhitbread9362
We're ALL in This Together! ! !
@tashmcnair6594
I remember downloading and listening to this on my purple iPod nano, on repeat, it was my favourite song. But being a kid, I didn't know anything about it; the song, the lyrics, the name of the song itself, or the artist. All I could remember was the video, like a cruel fever dream. One day, a few years ago, my brother mentioned remembering this song, and we eventually found it again. It was like being met with an old friend. I love this song so much, it brings back such a comforting nostalgia of my childhood.
@shannonharvie5089
Watching the Netflix movie Slumberland - recognised Ben Lee straight away!