Boudewijn de Groot - Een Meisje Van 16 A Young Girl Of Sixteen De Eeuwige Soldaat Zomaar Een Soldaat Universal Soldier

Review by Antony Bearpark

Boudewijn de Groot's album "Een Meisje Van 16 A Young Girl Of Sixteen De Eeuwige Soldaat Zomaar Een Soldaat Universal Soldier" is a masterpiece of Dutch folk music. The album features a collection of songs that are both lyrically and musically rich, showcasing de Groot's exceptional talent as a songwriter and performer.

The album's title track, "Een Meisje Van 16" is a poignant ballad that tells the story of a young girl who falls in love with an older man. The song is beautifully arranged, with de Groot's emotive vocals accompanied by a gentle acoustic guitar.

"De Eeuwige Soldaat" and "Zomaar Een Soldaat" are both powerful anti-war anthems that showcase de Groot's political activism. The former features a haunting melody and thought-provoking lyrics, while the latter is a rousing protest song that encourages listeners to resist the military-industrial complex.

The album closes with "Universal Soldier", a cover of the classic anti-war song by Buffy Sainte-Marie. De Groot's rendition is faithful to the original, with his emotive vocals accompanied by a sparse acoustic guitar.

Summary by Antony Bearpark

"Een Meisje Van 16 A Young Girl Of Sixteen De Eeuwige Soldaat Zomaar Een Soldaat Universal Soldier" is a must-listen for fans of Dutch folk music and political protest songs. De Groot's exceptional songwriting and emotive vocals make this album a true masterpiece.