Bloem's voice and musical style have been compared to Björk. Her music is mostly melodic although a couple of the songs on her album are quiet, just Bloem and her acoustic guitar. The album was produced by Pete Briquette, of Tricky fame. After her debut Bloem de Ligny virtually disappeared from the music scene, only to return in 2006 as Fono & Serafina, a duo with Ties van der Linden, releasing the dreamy trip hop album 'bathtub'.
Bloem is currently a member of Sam and the Womp, a British-Dutch group fronted by trumpeter Sam Ritchie. The group’s debut single "Bom Bom" was released as a digital download on 19 August 2012 and went to the No. 1 spot in the UK Singles Chart and has sold over a million copies worldwide.
Amberine
Bloem De Ligny Lyrics
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I've got a little cup of coffee in my head
I've got an awful big 'peace' of sugarpie when I look at you
You make me
You make me
You make my heart spin round
I am paralized by the words I hear
I spell your name and back again
I want to have you all around
I want to catch your orange brown
Monday is bleeding
Tuesday is crying
Wednesday is laughing
Thursday I'm alone
Friday is the day before
I will cook you diner
Saturday is hopefully
Sunday when you think of me
I am bored to death
How can I believe you
When you don't even understand
You make me
You make me...
You make my heart spin round
I am paralized by the words I hear
I spell your name and back again
I want to have you all around
I want to catch your orange brown...
The song "Amberine" by Bloem De Ligny is a tale of a person captivated by their romantic interest. The opening lines paint a picture of the singer's personal space, with a jar of buskets and a cup of coffee. The singer then describes how looking at the person of their desires fills them up like a piece of delicious sugarpie. The chorus repeatedly emphasizes the impact this person has on the singer's heart, filling them with love and making their heart spin round.
The second verse gives the listener an insight into the singer's thoughts and actions as they are so consumed by their interest that they spell out the person's name repeatedly. They long to have this person around and to catch their "orange brown," which is perhaps a reference to the color of their eyes or a play on words with the fruit. The rest of the verse recounts the days of the week, each with its distinct emotion, with Thursday appearing to be the loneliest. However, hope is on the horizon as Friday is the day before the singer intends to cook the person they love dinner. The song ends with the singer reflecting on their boredom and questioning whether the object of their affection even understands them.
Overall, "Amberine" is a playful yet poignant tribute to the all-encompassing emotion of love. The lyrics convey a sense of longing, yearning, and a strong connection with the person of interest. The use of imagery and metaphors brings the song to life, adding an extra depth to the story.
Line by Line Meaning
I've got a little bag of buskets in my cookie jar
I have a small collection of cherished memories or possessions that I keep safely in my possession.
I've got a little cup of coffee in my head
I have lovely and comforting thoughts of you that fill my mind and heart, like a warm cup of coffee.
I've got an awful big 'peace' of sugarpie when I look at you
Seeing you fills me with immense joy and happiness, like a slice of a delicious dessert.
You make my heart spin round
Your presence and love for me gives me a feeling of euphoria and excitement.
I am paralyzed by the words I hear
Your words and actions have such a profound impact on me that I feel disconnected from reality.
I spell your name and back again
I am constantly thinking of you and your name moves through my mind repeatedly like a song stuck in my head.
I want to have you all around
I desire to be close to you in every aspect of my life, to have you as a constant presence.
I want to catch your orange brown
I want to understand you fully and perceive all the nuances of your personality.
Monday is bleeding
The start of the week is difficult and painful, perhaps due to missing you.
Tuesday is crying
The second day of the week is full of sadness, possibly due to the lack of your company.
Wednesday is laughing
Midweek brings some laughter and joy, potentially due to the prospect of seeing you soon.
Thursday I'm alone
Towards the end of the week, I feel isolated and distant from others, especially you.
Friday is the day before, I will cook you dinner
As the weekend approaches, I am filled with anticipation for spending time with you and showing my affection through cooking for you.
Saturday is hopefully
I look forward to spending the weekend with you, hopeful for a positive and loving time together.
Sunday when you think of me, I am bored to death
When you are not physically with me, I feel bored and dissatisfied with the mundane routine of everyday life.
How can I believe you, When you don't even understand
I find it difficult to trust you when I do not feel that you truly comprehend my thoughts and feelings.
You make me
Your impact on my life is so profound that there is simply no other explanation for my emotions and actions.
You make me...
Your influence on my life continues and intensifies, affecting me in ways that are difficult to express.
Contributed by Muhammad B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.