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.
Let The Sun Shine In
Army of Lovers Lyrics
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Walking proudly in our winter coats
Wearing smells from laboratories
Facing a dying nation of moving paper fantasy
Listening for the new told lies
With supreme visions of lonely tunes
Somewhere, inside something , there is a rush of greatness
Who knows what stands in front of our lives
Silence tells me secretly ev'rything, ev'rything
Singing my space songs on a spiderweb star
"Life is around you and in you"
Answer for Timothy Leary, deary
Let the sun shine
Let The sunshine in
The sun shine in
Let the sun shine
Let The sunshine in
The sun shine in
Let the sun shine
Let The sunshine in
The sun shine in
Let the sun shine
Let The sunshine in
The sun shine in
The lyrics to Army of Lovers' song Let The Sun Shine In are a poignant commentary on the human condition and our collective search for meaning in a world that is often bleak and uncertain. The opening lines, "We starve, look at one another short of breath / Walking proudly in our winter coats," illustrate how we can become so consumed by our own struggles and desires that we fail to see the suffering of those around us. The reference to "wearing smells from laboratories" taps into our dependence on technology and industry to create the world we live in, while the line "facing a dying nation of moving paper fantasy" speaks to our tendency to be more focused on our own personal dreams and ambitions than on the bigger picture of what is happening in the world.
As the song builds to its climax, we are reminded that even in the midst of our struggles, there is the potential for greatness. The line "Somewhere, inside something, there is a rush of greatness" hints at the idea that there is untapped potential within each of us that we can tap into to transcend our current circumstances. The mention of "films in space" suggests that we often turn to mythology and popular culture to find inspiration and meaning, while the repeated refrain of "life is around you and in you" reminds us that we are all connected to something larger than ourselves.
The final lines of the song, which repeat the chorus of "let the sun shine in," suggest that despite all of our struggles and uncertainties, there is still hope and the potential for renewal. By embracing the light and warmth of the sun, we can find the strength to face whatever challenges may come our way.
Line by Line Meaning
We starve, look at one another short of breath
We are starving, physically and emotionally, and we can see the effects of it in each other's appearance and breathing.
Walking proudly in our winter coats
We walk with pride, but even in the cold of winter, we must wear our lab-created scents to cover up the smell of our failing bodies.
Wearing smells from laboratories
We use artificial fragrances to mask our decaying selves.
Facing a dying nation of moving paper fantasy
We exist in a nation that is dying because it has lost its connection with reality, and we are surrounded by illusions and false realities on paper and screens.
Listening for the new told lies
We are on constant alert for new lies and falsehoods that are presented as truth.
With supreme visions of lonely tunes
We have grand, utopian visions of music that connects people and brings us together, but in reality, we are still lonely and disconnected.
Somewhere, inside something , there is a rush of greatness
Deep inside all of us, there is a spark of greatness that we need to recognize and cultivate.
Who knows what stands in front of our lives
We have no way of knowing what challenges or opportunities we will encounter in our lives.
I fashion my future on films in space
I am inspired by science fiction movies that depict a hopeful, expansive future, and I use that as a guide for my own dreams.
Silence tells me secretly ev'rything, ev'rything
In quietness and stillness, I can hear and understand things that are hidden from me in the noise and chaos of everyday life.
Singing my space songs on a spiderweb star
I find solace in singing songs of hope and possibility, even if they seem like they are on a distant and fragile spiderweb star.
"Life is around you and in you"
There is life all around us, and within us, if we have the wisdom to see and feel it.
Answer for Timothy Leary, deary
I am responding to a question that someone posed to me about the philosopher Timothy Leary.
Let the sun shine
Let the light of truth and hope shine down on us.
Let The sunshine in
Open yourself up to the possibilities and beauty that exist around you.
The sun shine in
Allow the warmth and light of the sun to enter your heart and soul.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: GALT MAC DERMOT, JAMES RADO, GEROME RAGNI
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@marymarston1578
How have I gone my whole life thus far without knowing this group existed?
@evil_linn6938
right! the videos are super weird and the really pretty dude gives me life
@deanallenjones
this is tame compared to their early work. My freinds and I were hooked on these in the early 90's . Growing up normal was never an option after that
@bellflowerlily7614
Cause you live in the US
@aFoxyFox.
Aren't they simply the best?
@monikaradzaj7407
Same here! I discovered Army Of Lovers a few months ago and I'm hooked to all of their songs!
@sambartolotta9541
Army of Lovers !!!
Just as God intended it to be... Queens and women who can sing !!!
LOVE IT XOXO's !!!
@Bessofhardwick
its a really fun video, as all of theirs are, with no pretensions of being anything but colourful, kitsch and fun..I love it.
@deisirae8536
showed this video to a friend. he was totally baffled. About the blond guy: "Crap! I almost knocked over this freakin beaver! Welp! Time to dress up as Napoleon while my buddy brutally eye screws the camera and Ummmmm tits!"
totally freaking entertaining. vid makes me giggle so much. yanno they had fun making it.
@someidiotmetalhead
You can tell pretty much everyone is having the time of their lives doing these videos too.