Leech

by Eelke

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The lyrics to Leech, to me, are about a manipulative character looking for excuses. Trying to convince their victim and maybe even themselves that they can’t help their behavior. That any other way would lead to them becoming their own victim.

Musically I’ve used strong contrasts in instrumentation and harmony to further underline the schizophrenic nature of the lyrics. Starting out with acoustic guitar and electronic percussion, rapidly building to a full-on live band sound, with the idea of drawing the listener into this character’s chaotic mindset.

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Wish you well
Give you hell
Which part of me you trust to be true
You choose

Can't you tell
It's someone else
Treats you like I never thought I would

It's all the same to you
It's all the same to you

A hungry man needs food to eat
Before his body eats itself
Leeches they need blood you see
I'm just tryna help

But it's more than I can take sometimes
Responsibility
I can't be the prey myself
Gotta feed the leech

It's all the same to you
It's all the same to you

It's all the same to you
It's all the same to you

If it's all the same to you
It's all the same to me

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released September 11, 2020
Written by Eelke Ankersmit
Produced by Eelke Ankersmit, Stijn van Rijsbergen & Jasja Offermans
Mixed by Stijn van Rijsbergen
Mastered by Pieter Kloos

Eelke Ankersmit - Vocals, guitars, programming
Johan Huttinga - Keys
Wouter Verschoor - Bass
Joost le Feber - Drums
Stijn van Rijsbergen - Programming, percussion

Photography by Koen Kuik
Artwork by Koen Kuik, Brechtje Bergman & Eelke Ankersmit

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Eelke Ermelo, Netherlands

Eelke is a Dutch musician and songwriter. He combines meaningful lyrics and guitar-driven music to create songs that will stick with you. Inspired by The Smiths, Ryan Adams and R.E.M. amongst many others, Eelke writes and records music the way he wants to. This makes his sound no-nonsense, unique and personal. ... more

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