Benjamin Clementine - Phantom Of Aleppoville

[@twisty6621]

this man is on another level

[@AM-AnitaM]

Wow, I just made a comment about his level and 5 seconds later I saw yours. He really is on a whole different level.

[@edsonsantiago9135]

For about two weeks I can't stop listening to Benjamin and Arca.

[@blatantenigma3374]

He is dead but come back a hundred times to bring us the message

[@ohwhatacutup]

This guy is like David Bowie cool...light-years ahead of us. His voice is mesmerizing.

[@OliSpleen]

Though in part this song is very much based on Clementine's personal experience of being bullied (something that also deeply traumatised me when growing up) - Benjamin also said this of the song; "I certainly am very fortunate that I am not experiencing what the people in Syria are experiencing, but I think it all comes down to one thing, and that is bullying. The Americans and the English, we bully people. In the song the reason why it's a phantom, is that we can't see the reason. Not seeing the reason, not seeing why we get bullied, is basically the phantom." ...Clementine is the only artist I can listen to right now, no living person even comes close. Jaques Brel, Leonard Cohen, Nina Simone, Bowie, Lou Reed, Barbara (the French singer) - are all favourites of mine but all are dead. Benjamin keeps the spirit alive!

[@rickthecreator5382]

His work is poetry

[@guiafb99]

Alex Pilfold it literally is but he's also a pianist, a songwriter and a singer

[@tapolna]

Clementine composed this song after reading the work of psychoanalyst Donald Winnicott, who wrote about children who have experienced bullying in the home and at school. He related the experience of these kids with his own childhood. The "little city of Aleppo" symbolizes the place where bullies are encountered.

[@chuck.radio.F.]

A super mind. Devastating power with music. To be devastated, is good. Unless he's talking about you. Time doesn't keep talent. I said damn. Thank you, sir. I have all of your songs saved and you devastate me. Thank you.

[@asara443]

You know it's an art, when you can feel the song in your soul. Can't wait to see you in a month.

[@marcellosgarbini759]

Nftwae where's he playing?

[@S3rjiu]

Marcello Sgarbini There's a concert schedule beneath the video

[@asara443]

Yeah, but outside his UK/EU tour he plays some festivals during the sumer. In July he'll be in Slovakia -Pohoda festival and then in Czech republic -Colours of Ostrava festival

[@AM-AnitaM]

How was it? I wanted to go to one of his concerts in NYC but it got canceled and I was so heartbroken. I can't wait to see him in concert.

[@asara443]

It was amazing! Seeing him that close and hearing him live was such a wonderful experience!

[@WilliamJMRobson]

The soul that rests and sings within Bejamin Clementine captures all that that is sad and beautiful in humanity; abolishing the fear and only arriving at Love for this Artist.

[@tommyjuliano9571]

Ddddfh. D,t. g dg c ttf f,fg f cgcff g gfcf fcf

[@ogungou9]

Tommy Juliano: Ok.

[@rcjostabepis1782]

Coming back to this song and video six years later and every part of this still has me shaken up. He's ahead of his time by several years.

[@vanessanewton1993]

I know a lot of people find Nina Simone in Benjamin but Benjamin is a true spirit of his own. Both of them are so unique in their own way. His words are as if eternally intertwined with every single note he plays. Golden rays of sunshine but also dark as the depths of the ocean or galaxies never found. It's a voice so deep as the unconscious of oneself but so high and bright as an eternal star. The battles and the struggles are appearing in every raw moaning or in a minor chord. Well done, thank you for being such an inspiration, thank you for fighting and providing us with this special melodies.

[@CikisHelyzet]

Agree. I find it tiresome the way everyone has to divert attention away to another artist. Those comparisons have no natural end. How about let’s assume everybody is influenced by everyone, and then maybe we can be present for what is right now.

[@Briarpatchlogic]

The video and audio record of thousands of performers is so accessible now...where is the use to make comparisons. Just listen to who you want.​@CikisHelyzet

[@TheLamana39]

Absolute genius. People have been wondering where our next Michael Jackson or Prince will come from. Well here he is. And he is pure mastery of sound and feeling.

[@sebastiano.6297]

Visually and sonically gorgeous. Something fresh for the avant-garde fans.

[@liamcunningham5732]

one of the top harpsichord bangers of 2017 if u ask me

[@weerman44]

True, along side "Sleeping Powder" of Gorillaz

[@DxD93]

A Masterpiece like always

[@teppanyakilifewithchefninj52]

How does he do it right?? O_o Unbelievable...

[@telephonic]

Genius personified.

[@ArturoAquino230666]

Benjamine has a very special soul and shows it in each piece of music, puts us in touch with his heightened consciousness, his art goes beyond our knowledge something difficult to decipher.

[@AM-AnitaM]

It's like he knows something we all don't know.

[@MostlyLoveOfMusic]

This guy is a music legend in waiting - I see so so much in him

[@HJ-di1bo]

A masterpiece. I keep coming back to this song ever since it was released.

[@jo-ei6qb]

this song is the definition of perfection.

[@salamiyagi968]

All of his music is just purely beautiful. This man needs way more attention.

[@kunduz7345]

Benjamin, ah Benjamin! You're perfect!

[@TheBlaqros3]

REPLAY ALL DAY

[@jeffw2004]

There's a poignant joy in seeing an artist grow into their own greatness. He gives all of us a place to connect to his art within ourselves, and that place is beautiful. Thank you, Benjamin Sainte-Clementine.

[@arautodaverdade5836]

Realize how the work of a true artist always surprises, Benjamin's clompletude, he walks with the music in rhythms that he decides

[@ZenaNaMesiaci]

Benjamin is such a special kind of artist. So much soul in every note. I just know I need to see him play live. His energy and everything. I cannot describe it. I want to experience it. His music is beyond ♥

[@leandrooliveira6738]

Žena na mesiaci I had seen him alive and he is much better than in here, alive, Benjamin is just magic

[@ZenaNaMesiaci]

Leandro Oliveira I already purchased tickects for his concert in Bristol. I can't wait to see him... I already have goosebumps from his studio recordings

[@Chronorust]

My lord, this is just talent.

[@rosalindkover9341]

benjamin...you have breathed new life, spirit., joy and hope into me...i'm dancing and singing around my house to your music every day.....joy, and peace to you and your adorable wife and baby, see u in america this summer?....... hope, ....hope.....hope....your 76 year old fan, rosalind

[@kenny-ek9ns]

i feel like this is queen but one man and even more reforming

[@ben4894]

After watching over this several times over a couple of weeks, the song and the visuals continue to hit me like echos. Inferring this from the video, this song could partially be about the plight of the children of Syria, and their suffering. The part where the kids lay on top of the moon? Maybe that's meant to represent how far away the conflict in Syria feels to most people in Europe and the U.S. Even with the recent tragic terrorist attacks in Spain, Britain, France, Germany, California, Florida, the children who are dying in Syria remain out of sight, so far away that it's like they're on the moon. The song also seems to be about bullying, but the Syrian aspect resonates with me the most. Benjamin Clementine is a genius

[@Grunge1012]

The moon also represents balance. The tides, etc.

[@spencersnipes5221]

Someone else commented after you with BC's quote; "I certainly am very fortunate that I am not experiencing what the people in Syria are experiencing, but I think it all comes down to one thing, and that is bullying. The Americans and the English, we bully people. In the song the reason why it's a phantom, is that we can't see the reason. Not seeing the reason, not seeing why we get bullied, is basically the phantom." He's incredible!

[@EverAppl14]

In another life, I would love to just learn music from Benjamin Clementine right from the start, and become someone totally foreign to the person I am in this life. Someone who sees music like this, who lives it like this.

[@aliceisinarkham2202]

I was not mentally prepared for this I am YELLING

[@AMcGrath82]

Awesome user name. Fits in, here.

[@aliceisinarkham2202]

Alexander McGrath Awn, thanks darling!

[@nicolecortes8924]

this.. is.. incredible.. my heart is thumping. I have to take deep breaths in order to breathe right now.

[@PedroPetipa]

Obrigado, Benjamin!

[@gonzalogallardo6028]

Hope in humanity restored.

[@HaidrenTKyde]

Holy shit, that was unsettling. I need more!

[@Zoebrownings]

I just discovered him and I am so happy

[@YiaMdj]

Finally! Clementine does not disappoint, and keeps surprising me. He keeps reaching new heights.

[@Del-Lebo]

Brilliant. Tears of understanding...Tears of joy...Tears of horror....Tears of sin. Begin to understand. life life life rice. Kneel on rice. Punishment. Cry. Cry Strong! CRY. PROUD!

[@luciana.7567]

So beautiful. No words..

[@celaurabautista7461]

I discovered your music for the first time today. I am hooked and cannot stop listening to your masterpieces. Your music is from another world!

[@kelb6073]

omg those little instrumental interludes ...I'm tearing up

[@victorbracho1133]

You just can't get enough of this guy when you finally reach his music....

[@d.h.k.c8113]

... this is so damned beautiful.

[@listentothis2011]

🌸🌼🌷🌺Marvellous Benjamin Clementine 💐🌷🌸🌼🌺💐🌸🌼

[@bizkit_9275]

El maldito Arte,musica para el alma, algun dia el mundo entero te conocera, espero verte en Argentina🇦🇷🇦🇷

[@fatemehdaneshzadeh7869]

The wanderings are never ending

[@gbadesakin]

Benjamin is so unashamedly British... just wonderful

[@jsviel]

the piano solo starting at 2:36! I can't stop listening to it on repeat. Pure ecstasy

[@cirquedude123]

Never-ending. The songs ending just leaves us without a resolution. wow smart

[@maya8018]

The effort that goes into these vids is really appreciated

[@rosalindkover9341]

benjamin clementine is a genius and needs love, space and more space....hope he is happy..love

[@pureafricanqueen]

The spirit of Nina Simone lives on with this man.

[@Oakland510]

pureafricanqueen 100%, i am shocked someone like him exists in our generation. What f*****g emotion in his works, he takes you on a journey from start to finish.

[@nl2531]

Unmistakably ✨🙏🏼

[@MadroneHumanRights]

I felt a little Nina as well.

[@Justnotlemon123]

A breath of fresh air!

[@ForcedRhubarb]

When I listen to this I am so disturbed and in love at the same time. I've never had this mixture of being scared and happy before listening to this song.

[@localfolklore4288]

Here before the millions you definitely deserve Benjamin

[@ClemsDad]

Benjie, if you ever read these!! Your music is just special.. Keep your flavour

[@skcrw252]

Finally a popular musician who just doest give a shit and wont follow any code. Brilliant song. Like a journey.

[@noellef357]

Thank you David Byrne for bringing him along on your tour! True artist.

[@graceakaraki1381]

his level of artistry is amazing.

[@TheLovelySheri]

Alluring, contemplative, beguiling poet

[@pablokolache4351]

Breathtaking

[@NielsD000]

i got some David Bowie vibes of this. Creativity on a whole other level. Keep it up Benjamin!

[@ohwhatacutup]

I just wrote something very similar about him- iconoclastic, ahead of his time. Definitely Bowie traits.

[@DavidMFBowie]

You called?

[@nikitalane5543]

I got a Screaming Jay Hawkins vibe from the costume hear was wearing at the start. Also a bit of Floyd and Nick Cave.

[@NielsD000]

Did i make a comparison... I only said i got a vibe of David Bowie and Nikita got a Nick Cave/Floyd vibe. Its an opinion and based on the likes i guess a lot of other listeners felt the same. Dont be so negative 🍻

[@NielsD000]

In this day and age all artist are inspired((in)directly) by other ones so if you hear, see and feel things that are similar its quite normal. Sad to see that you have to feel the need calling others stupid over this... Says a lot about you... Peace be with you!

[@Magnovi_]

For a moment I saw beyond the vail before I was thrown back into the void of ignorances. I’m left with only sorrow knowing that I knew but for a brief moment. My how the moon looks lovely from afar.

[@quiahniable]

Is this a quote or your own words? It’s heartbreakingly beautiful...if you do write, I’d love to read more of your work. if not, then thank you anyway.

[@dianalauraduranmorenoluria6206]

I just heard his music for about half and hour and now I'm so into him, He has such strange beauty that provokes a very deep attraction type, not superficial but human... Gosh is beautiful to feel this way, thank you Benjamin.

[@maxinegraville9712]

Worth waiting for....the voice of the angels.

[@gloomybear139209]

Remarkably beautiful! *golf clap*

[@ameerahbigo80]

This is incredibly curious and even more satisfying

[@Tunaboy45]

Bejjamin never disappoints. Another fantastic work of art.

[@BoboDoboRobo]

I don't think the words 'it's alright' have ever had so much love put into them

[@HallonRWB]

this is how i imagine death from the book thief, the vibe, the coat and the voice

[@_d.e.dee_]

You make me believe I can get my dreams come true... thank you, just that, even it doesn't mean anything to you, thanks a lot for your music

[@skilledfruit6659]

This is gonna be big. Count on that.

[@fraemme9379]

Incredible!

[@helikainku9959]

Genius

[@grimmongolmginc8810]

long live Benjamin clementine!!!!

[@mirapeerance]

In my heart i dedicate this to my friend who just passed away of malaria in Zimbabwe. Bullied and overcome but full of forgiveness. This depth of feeling and bardic truth is rare and beautiful and no way to thank you, may you not be overcome for a long time.

[@PopyAdegaMusic]

This is a masterpiece

[@DDechoes87]

y'all haven't heard this 'til he plays it live

[@Paulmazuk]

I discovered Ben has new music by accident today. I found his Jupiter video. Love from South Africa.

[@Lee-anneRussell]

I don't understand but I know I'm in love.

[@김세원-o3d]

Brilliant ALWAYS!!!!!

[@lugodseye4124]

LYRICS Intro] (we won't leave you alone, we want you to die, we won't leave you alone) Oh leave me, oh leave me, oh leave me, leave me Oh love me, oh love me, oh love me Oh leave me, leave me, oh leave me, leave me Oh love me, oh love me, leave me alone [Verse 1] O Billy the bully Come on out of your hideout Billy the bully, it's alright You've been forgiven Come on now Zacchaeus Come down from your sycamore tree Where guns sing, roses are found dancing [Verse 2] For me the difference between love and hate Weighs the same difference between risotto and rice pudding And the difference between a dog and a stranger Weighs the same difference between children and bullying Some say, they wonder why you bullied me, but I laugh 'Cause I know that you know that we will never never know why they hate the bullyings [Chorus 1] Oh Billy (final balance, final balance) It's forgiven Billy bully, bully Billy It's alright No, it's fine [Bridge] No, if the supremacy will come in, now congratulations Let's hope as the growing grows we'll be able to handle [Chorus 2] Billy the bully Once a serious case Twice a forgiven case Wonderings are never ending The wonderings are never ending The wonderings are never ceasing The wonderings are never ending

[@yarayurisafadi1072]

From Aleppo, thank you

[@juannavarro1998]

Everytime I listen to his music it happens to me the same, the first time I'm not sure if I like it or not, somehow, that manages me to listen to it a second time, the third time I have fallen in love, thank you Benjamin

[@joonamato]

Disturbing and heartfelt. If someone asks me what my favourite fruit is my answer is Clementine.

[@songs6155]

ones a serious case

[@tolive8931]

Satsumas are better though...

[@keyexperience6184]

Cant beat it with a stick.

[@nikitamorgunov1236]

honestly i don't eat fruits but i did this would be my favorite one

[@saintc7790]

BARS.

[@rosalindkover9341]

so beautiful and so so sad...do all the mean little playground bullies grow to be the bullies in the world? thank you benjamin for being you..luv, rosalind

[@hugotteles]

And suddenly, the world just became a better (but sadder) place to be at

[@Datura90]

La intro es una obra maestra! Esa mezcla entre pianos y percusiones que hermoso!

[@TheBlaqros3]

Still have this on repeat and Im upset that his glorious voice keeps me hypnotize as though I never heard it before. Why tease us, Sir Clementine? LOVE IT! The kids are adorable, thats little dude from the pic on your website.

[@rmi9345]

This is the kind of powerful art that can truly move people in this rare and special way

[@Crane_feather]

You know...I am always searching for new music and artists. And sometimes you find something so, so extrodinary it feels like a a new age revolution or a small super nova in your soul and brain gone off....this artist is my super nova :) I'm so glad I found you.

[@iancavon7125]

He's got everything in abundance what it takes to become one of the most legendary musical icons of all time.

[@teppanyakilifewithchefninj52]

A Benjamin... I BEG YOU never to stop making music.... There is no one out there with your talent... Please keep going bro... Your music is what I call real music. It' music to my ears. Never stop. Thank you :) ALOHA from Hawaii BTW! :)

[@lethlogonolomkhonza3379]

So he lurs you in with calme sounds and then throws you in what seems like a place of darkness then slowly pulls you out back into a light brighter than you ever knew.

[@ebipatani9384]

This piece provokes once buried feelings to rise to the surface and just when they are about to manifest you...forgive. Definitely a risk making this and wow what a great outcome. Thank you Sir Benjamin

[@santadog9]

Absolutely amazing.

[@benjaminwix5022]

Oh Billy (final balance, final balance) It's forgiven. The tone, the lyrics & emotion. Magic.

[@VinEllis]

Where guns sing, roses are found dancing....

[@BCbyJI]

0:55 Dancing and 2:35 Relaxing... I Love this Song!

[@bingus160]

what a good birthday gift

[@BKJallah]

For some obvious reasons, I had to like before even watching it💯🙏🏿✅