Army of Lovers featured
Alexander Bard (1987-2001, 2013), Jean-Pierre Barda (1987-2001, 2013), La Camilla (1987-1991, 1996, 2001, Jan-March 2013), Michaela Dornonville De La Cour (1991-1995),
Dominika Peczynski (1992-1996, 2001, March 2013).
Debut single 'When The Night Is Cold' was released in 1988. This song was not to be on debut album 'Disco Extravaganza' released in 1990 (re-named 'Army of Lovers when released in USA & UK in 1991). This was followed by the album 'Massive Luxury Overdose' (1991). La Camilla left the band and released a single 'I Am Not In The Mood For Lovers'. The Group replaced La Camilla with Michaela De La Cour, they re-released 'Massive Luxury Overdose' with extra tracks & with De La Cour on the new album artwork.
In 1992 the band came a four piece when Dominika joined the group and they recorded 'Hasta Manana' for the Abba tribute album.
Albums 'The Gods of Earth and Heaven' (1993) and 'Glory, Glamour & Gold'(1994) followed. The group dis-banded at the end of 1995. They re-formed to release 'Les Greatest Hits' in 1996, De La Cour did not want to be in the group anymore so original member La Camilla was asked back and she returned to record 4 new songs with the group. The Group split again in 1996.
In 2001 Army of Lovers reformed again (again with La Camilla) to release another Greatest Hits album (this time with 3 new tracks - all cover versions of other artist songs). The 2001 album was called 'Le Grand Docu-soap'.
Alexander Bard went on to be in BWO (Bodies Without Organs) and later in Gravitonas
In 2013 Army of Lovers was reformed once again in Melodifestivalen. The Swedish pre selection for Eurovision Song Contest 2013 with the song "Rockin’ the ride"
12 years after their last compilation album "Le Grand Docu-Soap", the reunited Swedish theatro-pop group releases a brand new greatest hits collection, plus 4 brand new songs ("Rockin' the ride", "Crashing down", "Signed on my tattoo" and "Tragedy"). Army of Lovers have always been special, controversial, colourful and creative, mainly due to their image and witty pop songs.
Their name alludes to a documentary Armee der Liebenden oder Revolte der Perversen (Army of Lovers or Revolution of the Perverts) about Rosa von Praunheim, which in turn alludes to the Theban Band.
Army of Lovers
Army of Lovers Lyrics
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Around the world around the world
Around the world
Be be ay be be ay
A time to go a time to live
A place to be a love to give
When traveling around the world
Disney World to Yellowknife
America my way of life
Riding on a wave of love
My army of lovers
A cherry moon a night of fun
We dance into the rising sun
I lost my soul in Tokyo
My army of lovers
Around the world around the world
Around the world
Be be ay be be ay
St. Tropez to la defense
A perfume Latin lovers' scent
A pleasure sweet my body heat
My army of lovers
My gentlemen polite and proud
From London town I wave goodbye
The Scorpio is rising high
My army of lovers
Around the world around the world
Around the world
Be be ay be be ay
Pour l'univers on quitte la terre
Hereux joyeux
L'amour de dieux n'a pas de frontiþres
Pour l'armþe qui voyage sous la lumiþre
In crystal snow my palace guard
My cosmonaut from Leningrad
Come shoot me with your laser beam
My army of lovers
Taj Mahal I've come to rest
A royal bed a lovers' nest
Classic art we here explore
My army of lovers
Around the world around the world
Around the world
Be be ay be be ay
Around the world my army of lovers
Around the world
Be be ay be be ay
Around the world my army of lovers
Around the world
Be be ay be be ay
The song "My Army of Lovers" by the Swedish dance-pop group Army of Lovers is an upbeat celebration of the joys of traveling and experiencing the world with a group of loved ones. The refrain "Around the world" is repeated throughout the song, emphasizing the global scale of the experiences being described. The opening and closing lines, "Be be ay be be ay," are nonsensical syllables that serve as a catchy hook to the song.
The verses describe different locations and experiences, from Disney World to Yellowknife to St. Tropez, with a focus on the pleasures of love and connection. The repeated line "My army of lovers" reinforces the idea of a group of travelers united in their love for each other and for the world they are exploring. The final verse introduces a science-fiction element, with references to a "crystal snow palace guard" and a "cosmonaut from Leningrad," suggesting that the love and connection of the army of lovers extends beyond Earth.
Overall, the song celebrates the power of love and travel to connect people across cultural and geographic boundaries.
Line by Line Meaning
Be be ay be be ay
Reiteration of the catchphrase throughout the song
A time to go a time to live
An opportunity to explore and enjoy life while you can
A place to be a love to give
Having a destination to aim for while sharing love with others
When traveling around the world
During the act of exploring different cultures and places
My army of lovers
The people who support and join the singer's journey
Disney World to Yellowknife
Places the singer has visited or wishes to visit (from a theme park to an indigenous Canadian city)
America my way of life
The American lifestyle that the artist loves and enjoys
Riding on a wave of love
Feeling a strong connection to love, surfing through challenges
A cherry moon a night of fun
A party atmosphere, a fun and relaxing evening
We dance into the rising sun
Dancing, celebrating, and enjoying the new day
I lost my soul in Tokyo
Feeling completely immersed in a culture while exploring it
St. Tropez to la defense
Two French locations, a mix of luxury and business
A perfume Latin lovers' scent
A sensual smell that reminds the singer of Latin passion
A pleasure sweet my body heat
A pleasant experience that satisfies one's desires and body
My army of lovers
The crowd that follows the artist and shares those experiences
My gentlemen polite and proud
The people who are part of the artist's support system, who are respectful and confident
From London town I wave goodbye
Saying farewell to one place and greeting the next adventure
The Scorpio is rising high
An astrological reference to the Scorpio constellation, symbolizing rebirth and transformation
Pour l'univers on quitte la terre
Leaving Earth for the universe beyond
Hereux joyeux
Happy and joyous
L'amour de dieux n'a pas de frontiþres
The love of God knows no boundaries
Pour l'armþe qui voyage sous la lumiþre
For the army that travels under the light
In crystal snow my palace guard
Describing the singer's guards or supporters as pure and clear as crystal, in a snowy environment
My cosmonaut from Leningrad
A reference to a person from Leningrad, Russia who is skilled in space travel
Come shoot me with your laser beam
An invitation to engage in a fun and futuristic activity
Taj Mahal I've come to rest
Taking a moment to appreciate the cultural beauty of the Taj Mahal
A royal bed a lovers' nest
Staying in a luxurious and romantic space
Classic art we here explore
Investigating timeless and traditional art pieces
Around the world my army of lovers
While traveling around the world with a supportive community
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ALEXANDER BENGT MAGNUS BARD, ANDERS ERIK HANSSON, OLA HAKANSSON, PER-OLOF THYREN, TIM ARNOLD NORELL
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@longiscadenotas4890
La Camilla is beautiful. She has a huge presence and is absolutely dynamite.
@DarthPoyner
She has two rather large presences. Jokes aside, yeah there is an aura of sensual and feminine power.
@albeback5234
but but… she doesn’t swallow ☹️
@DJKinney
Does she even actually sing?
@eurostarnamastar3128
* Great song, great production.....they really know the Euro dance style **
@jonasabry9099
I'm just discovering this band now. They were either a product of their time or ahead of their time. They give me Prince, Erasure, Annie Lennox, Boy George and Derek Jarman avant-garde theater vibes.
@pennypay1
I'm just discovering them for the most part, too. I probably never would have heard of them if 'Crucified' hadn't been featured in one of Beavis and Butthead's video 'commentaries' back in the 90s, which shows how old I am. And they were rather underplayed in the U.S. anyway. I like the costumes and the camp; they were certainly creative but they didn't take the erotic themes overly seriously.
@Haryel1987
Ahead I would say
@carefulsugar8353
Don't forget Sade !! That voice is definitely inspired ....
@DJKinney
Way, way outside of time.