The band's figureheads and main songwriters were Jelle Paulusma (lead vocals) and Anne Soldaat (guitar, vocals). Critics often heard echoes of early Neil Young, Buffalo Springfield and other sixties bands from the American west in Daryll-Ann's particular blend of indie rock.
After an initial EP (Decibel, 1991) and début album (Renko, 1992) on tiny domestic labels, the band drew the attention of Hut, the indie branch of Virgin Records. The I Could Never Love You and Come Around EP's (1993 and 1994, respectively) were praised by critics in Holland and the U.K. The group toured Europe and their first full-length album for Hut, Seaborne West (1995), even saw a U.S. release. It received rave reviews in the U.K. music press.
Due to disappointing sales, however, the band was dropped by Hut and joined the respected Dutch indie label Excelsior Recordings, for which they continued to release albums to huge critical acclaim (but moderate commercial success). A small international cult following continued to follow the band, so that some of their Excelsior releases were also put out internationally.
Daryll-Ann's studio albums for Excelsior Recordings:
Daryll-Ann Weeps (1996)
Happy Traum (1999)
Trailer Tales (2002)
Don't Stop (2003)
Excelsior also released a limited edition live album, entitled DA Live (2000).
The band decided to call it a day in 2004. Frontman Jelle Paulusma resurfaced two years later with his first solo album, using his his family name Paulusma as his moniker, whereas guitarist Anne Soldaat went on to form the band Do The Undo (self-titled début album released in 2007) and subsequently started recording under his own name, Anne Soldaat.
2014 saw Daryll-Ann's eagerly anticipated re-formation: original line-up, no new new material, old songs only. The band's brief reunion and farewell tour of The Netherlands received rave reviews.
On April 24, 2022, the band reunited once again, this time for one night only, to perform at Paradiso during the 25th anniversary party of Excelsior Recordings.
Money or Love
Daryll-Ann Lyrics
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Just to keep me going
Outside is in and
Inside is out
I think of you now
And my tears are flowing
Today you've lost
Can't make money or love can't make money or love
I am talking to the stars above
There's frost on my strings
And rain in the doorway
Let the wind be a blaze
Blowing steam from my cup
Do you think of me now?
Don't betray what is so right
Let the rendeers of love
Pick the stars from above
Can't make money or love can't make money or love
I am talking to the stars above
Can't make money or love can't make money or love
I am talking to the stars above
The song Money or Love by Daryll-Ann is a contemplative and melancholic expression of love and loss. The lyrics begin with the singer's hands being too cold, emphasizing a sense of disconnection and discomfort. The outside is in, and the inside is out, which could represent the confusion and blurred lines between what is within their control and what is not. The singer thinks of the person they love, and their tears flow, indicating a deep emotional pain.
The chorus of the song is a repetition of the line "Can't make money or love can't make money or love," as the singer talks to the stars above. This line seems to imply that these are the two most significant things that one could strive for, but ultimately, they cannot be forced or bought. The singer is reaching out to the universe and the force that governs it, looking for answers or comfort.
The bridge sings of the weather being unfavorable, and the singer's focus on their love interest. The imagery of rendeers and stars evoke a sense of wonder and mysticism, as though the singer is trying to find meaning in the universe. The song ends on a similar note to how it began, with the singer talking to the stars above, perhaps with a glimmer of hope.
Line by Line Meaning
My hands are too cold
I am feeling numb and physically uncomfortable
Just to keep me going
I'm struggling to cope with the situation but must persevere
Outside is in and
The external environment is affecting my internal state of being
Inside is out
I'm feeling confused and disoriented
I think of you now
You are on my mind
And my tears are flowing
I am experiencing strong emotions and crying
Today you've lost
You have experienced a defeat or setback
All the rendeers you got
Your successes or accomplishments have been overshadowed
Can't make money or love can't make money or love
Neither wealth nor affection can solve all problems
I am talking to the stars above
I am seeking guidance or inspiration from a higher power
There's frost on my strings
My musical instrument is affected by the cold weather
And rain in the doorway
The entrance is exposed to the elements
Let the wind be a blaze
Let the gusts of wind be intense and energizing
Blowing steam from my cup
I am warming my hands and my drink with my breath
Do you think of me now?
Are you remembering me or missing me?
Don't betray what is so right
Don't act against your true feelings or desires
Let the rendeers of love
Let the acts of affection and care guide you
Pick the stars from above
Achieve the highest goals and aspirations
Contributed by Chase W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.