The long-locked lyricist has been living a seemingly dreamy existence – exploring the charm of LA with all its canyons and palm trees, singing duets with his best friend Zella Day as he goes. Inspired by his home, poetry and fellow harmony-lovers, the Bee Gees, his own blend of folky pop has already won over much of America, including internet friend Taylor Swift. Both artists write about love sweet love, writing songs so catchy that the mutual appreciation is hardly a surprise (and the whale puns a natural second step). With debut single 10,000 Emerald Pools now making a splash on both sides of the Atlantic, we caught up with the 21 year old in London for his first UK show. 2, 4, 6, 8… who do we appreciate? BØRNS!
2 greatest puns of all time according to BØRNS…
1. On the other hand… you have different fingers.
2. When I think about new books, I touch my shelf.
4 of BØRNS’ favourite examples of harmony…
1. The birds and the bees.
2. The Bee Gees.
3. Mario and Luigi.
4. Soap and a squeegee
6 of BØRNS’ favourite muses…
1. The lovely stranger on a plane
2. A woman with cinnamon breath
3. Unique names like Zebra Lee
4. Julie London
5. A smokey female voice
6. Euterpe, the muse of flute playing and poetry
8 fun facts about BØRNS…
1. I’m 6′
2. My first car was a white ’87 Volvo Station wagon named sunshine
3. I used to have a job making balloon animals for library events
4. I accidentally walked into Elton John’s living room once
5. All my socks have holes in the heels
6. I had a waterbed as a kid
7. Fun facts make me nervous
8. I tied my shoes today
Credits
Text Francesca Dunn