Following the recent release of his heartfelt single “All My Famous Friends”, rising singer-songwriter Benedict Cork shares his latest gem: the fierce and empowering “Have a Good Life (See You Never)” – taken from his forthcoming sophomore EP.
Emerging with flirtatious guitar licks and dynamic gospel hooks, the track crescendos into an anthemic oblivion, as Benedict’s powerhouse vocals soar over a soundscape of rumbling percussion and signature stirring piano chords. Outlining the notion of walking away once and for all from a relationship, “Have a Good Life” is complete with all the warmth, passion and melodic cherries needed to inspire listeners to hold their heads high, and sing along at the top of their lungs.
Speaking on the track, Benedict said: “For a few years now, I’ve loved exploring the melancholic side of love – singing about longing and heartbreak in my music. But sometimes you just really need to let loose on a song and say all the things you wish you could have said in the moment. ‘Have a Good Life (See You Never)’ is that song for me.
It came about after a conversation with one of my best friends, Hannah Yadi (also co-writer on this song) where we just wanted to let it all out, and not hold back a single thing after we both had gone through intense break-ups. The lyrics are pretty cutting, but also quite tongue-in-cheek.
I’m excited for people to see the film clip we’ve made for the song as I think it captures that combination of dark humour and melancholic drama. I’m making a DIY music video on an old camcorder in the clip; where I’m arrogant and self-assured, giving off that I’m doing so well after the break-up. But then it cuts to me breaking down and losing my shit, burning old clothes and photos, trashing a car, and burning a piano while singing through the tears. It’s my very first music video and it’s a pretty wild one, but it felt like the right song to present a visual for – as I’d love this song to be a bit of a break-up anthem for people.”
Never shying away from using real life experiences and imaginings of scenarios to influence his clean, concise songwriting, Benedict Cork presents himself as an exciting new talent. Amassing over 10 million streams across DSPs, his refreshing vulnerability and distinct brand of melancholic pop has pricked the ears of tastemakers BILLBOARD and CLASH. A frequent collaborator, teaming up with the likes of Justin Tailor (Hoost), LOVE SICK and Simon Jefferis, his efforts have seen him gain support from Spotify’s editorial playlists Sad Songs, Easy, Coffee Break and Mellow Pop, as well as being championed as “sensational, a name to look out for” in the eyes of Sir Elton John on his acclaimed Rocket Hour show.
An artist who craves to perform, Benedict has played across Europe and the UK supporting Duncan Laurence. He’s also opened for Tom Walker and Emily King at home in the UK, as well as performing alongside international icons Stevie Wonder and Lionel Richie at the British Summertime Festival in 2019.
Though 2020 saw the cancellation of live touring, it wasn’t enough to clip Benedict’s wings, as the tumultuous year saw the release of his profound Piano Tapes, Vol.2 EP, brand collaborations with fashion house Mugler and the mental health charity CALM, and frequent online performances which allowed him to gain a deeper connection with his fans.
With his sold-out headline show at London’s renowned The Jazz Café in July and his new collaborative partnership with Tim Bran (London Grammar, Birdy, Rae Morris) for his forthcoming EP, 2021 is on track to be Ben’s most noteworthy year yet as he continues to prove himself as a bona fide one to watch.
