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.
Le Portrait De Jean-Pierre
Army of Lovers Lyrics
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Mon pays d'amour
Mon eau de toilette
Mon plaisir de vivre
Joli papillon du matin
Ma beauté mon destin
Je t'aime
The lyrics of Army of Lovers's song "Le Portrait De Jean-Pierre" speak of the singer's love and admiration towards themselves. The opening line "Oh voila mon miroir" translates to "Oh, there's my mirror," suggesting that the singer is looking at their reflection and feeling content with what they see. They go on to describe themselves as their "pays d'amour" (their love country), their "eau de toilette" (their perfume), and their "plaisir de vivre" (their pleasure of life). The singer sees themselves as a beautiful butterfly ("joli papillon") and recognizes their own beauty and destiny.
The song seems to be a celebration of individuality and self-love. The singer is wholly in love with themselves and sees their own beauty and worth. However, the irony lies in the title "Le Portrait De Jean-Pierre," which translates to "The Portrait of Jean-Pierre." This suggests that the singer's love and admiration for themselves may be superficial, akin to admiring a portrait rather than a real person.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh voila mon miroir
Here is my mirror, representing my perception of myself and allowing me to reflect on my identity.
Mon pays d'amour
My land of love, where I feel at home because of the love I possess and receive from others.
Mon eau de toilette
My fragrance, representing my unique essence and the way I present myself to the world.
Mon plaisir de vivre
My joy of living, which fuels my positive outlook on life and motivates me to pursue my passions.
Joli papillon du matin
Beautiful morning butterfly, representing the fleeting yet beautiful nature of life and the potential for metamorphosis and change.
Ma beauté mon destin
My beauty, which is not only skin-deep but also a part of my ultimate purpose and fate in life.
Je t'aime
I love you, expressing affection and adoration towards someone else.
Contributed by Asher T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.