Jupiter

Benjamin Clementine

About Jupiter

"Jupiter" is a song composed by English artist Benjamin Clementine. The song was released on 23 August 2017. It was released as the first single from his second studio album I Tell a Fly. The song marks Clementine's comeback since 2015's At Least for Now, although 2017 had seen the non-single release of the songs "Phantom of Aleppoville" and "God Save the Jungle", respectively. "Jupiter" was written and produced by Benjamin Clementine.


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Ben is an alien with extra ability
Pushed time to next century
Somewhere his craft lost control
Guess where he stopped for petrol

Wishing Americana happy
Wishing Americana free
Ben's an alien passing by
Wishing everyone be
Back home in Jupiter, things are getting harder
Wishing everyone ease

When I made a joke about shooting stars
Ben spoke like a true bard
Said: "Don't play with songs, music is not mocked
As fears toy, tear joys"

Wishing Americana happy
Wishing Americana free
Ben's an alien passing by
Wishing everyone be
Back home in Jupiter, things are getting harder
Wishing everyone ease

Could it be? Could it be? Could it be?
Could it be? Could it be? Could it be?
Can it be? Can it be? Already?
Can it be? Can it be? Already?
Can it be? Can it be? Already?
Can it be? Can it be? Already?
Can it be? Can it be? Already?
Can it be?

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Benjamin Clementine

Benjamin Sainte-Clémentine (; born 7 December 1988) is an English artist, poet, vocalist, composer, and musician.Born and raised in London, England, Clementine later moved to Paris, France becoming homeless as a teenager. There, his performances helped him to become a cult figure in the music and art scene. Moving back to London, he made his TV debut on the BBC programme Later With Jools Holland in 2013. A number of critics described him as becoming one of the great singer-songwriters of his generation and the future sound of London, whilst struggling to place his music in any one genre.Considered by The New York Times as one of the 28 geniuses who defined culture in 2016, Clementine's compositions are musically incisive and attuned to the issues of life but … more »

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Written by: Benjamin Eric Sainte-Clementine

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15 facts about this song

Release Information
"Jupiter" is a single by Benjamin Clementine released in 2017.
Album Affiliation
The song is part of Clementine's second album, "I Tell a Fly."
Musical Style
As with most of his music, "Jupiter" is somewhat baroque, combining elements of pop, classical, and jazz.
Inspired by a Dream
This song was as a result of a dream Clementine had about the planet Jupiter being a human being.
Song Meaning
The song, lyrically, speaks about the migration of human beings around the world. He uses the concept of Jupiter being envious of Earth due to human migration to explore the themes of nationalism and global society.
Song Composition
While many songs have a defined verse and chorus, "Jupiter" evolves as it progresses, shifting in melody and musical composition.
Transgressive Music
The song was released under Transgressive Music, an independent music label known for its eclectic roster.
Personal Meaning
Clementine once stated in an interview that 'Jupiter' was the song that best defines him as an artist.
Lyrics Depth
The lyrics are deeply philosophical and metaphorical, touching upon themes such as existentialism, according to some interpretations.
Unique Instrumentation
"Jupiter" features a harpsichord, which adds a distinctive and unusual sound to the music.
Acclaim
Benjamin Clementine received widespread critical acclaim for his artistic and innovative approach to music, as showcased in "Jupiter".
Trivia
In some of his live performances of “Jupiter”, Clementine has been known to incorporate interpretative dance into the performance, adding another layer to the multifaceted presentation of the song.
Influences
Clementine's influences for the song (and his music in general) include classical composers like Ravel and Messiaen, which results in a unique hybrid sound showcased in "Jupiter".
Album Context
The album "I Tell A Fly", in which "Jupiter" features, is an exploration of globalism and identity, adding another dimension to the song's meaning.
Authenticity
In line with his authenticity, the song "Jupiter" has no music video, as Clementine says he prefers his music to be experienced without visual aids to maintain its purity.

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