They were formerly known as Cactus Patch but changed their name in 2002 after winning the WHFS Big Break contest. The name Army of Me as inspired by Björk.
Perfect
Army of Me Lyrics
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So that I could look respectable for you
And it's time that I built myself a refuge
So that I could hide away if I so choose
These days it feels that everything is changing
Used to be that every stride, you were standing by my side
But now it feels I'm walking on a tightrope
One day I'll be perfect, I'll be so extraordinary
I will shine, I will radiate
One day I'll be perfect, I'll be so extraordinary
I will take your breath away
And you almost don't even recognize me
Saying, "How did you erase all but gorgeous from your face?"
But don't be scared 'cause I'll live here forever
Won't you take a venture out, won't you take a venture out of there.
One day I'll be perfect'.
The stars will fall from skies above
But I am no prophet of doom
I just thought I'd warn you
It's a service I provide for free to you
They call it love, babe.
One day I'll be perfect'.
The lyrics of Army of Me's song "Perfect" convey a sense of self-doubt and a desire for acceptance. The first stanza talks about how the singer wants to appear more respectable to a person they care about, and how they also want to have a safe space they can retreat to if needed. The second stanza hints at a change in their relationship, where the person they are singing to used to be supportive, but now things feel uncertain. They express a desire to make the other person proud of them, and believe that one day they will be "perfect" and "extraordinary".
The chorus is repeating the idea of being perfect and extraordinary, something the singer wants for themselves and also to impress their loved one. They also speak about an inner change, with the other person no longer recognizing them after they "erase[d] all but gorgeous from [their] face". The final lines of the song, "The stars will fall from skies above / But I am no prophet of doom / I just thought I'd warn you / It's a service I provide for free to you / They call it love, babe", reveal a sincere desire to be helpful and caring, while also acknowledging that perfection is impossible.
Overall, the lyrics suggest a feeling of inadequacy and a longing for acceptance, as well as a belief that one day they will be able to reach that perfect state. However, despite these desires, the singer also acknowledges their limitations and the impossibility of achieving true perfection.
Line by Line Meaning
It's time that I got myself a nice suit
I need to change my appearance to look presentable for you.
So that I could look respectable for you
My goal is to earn your respect.
And it's time that I built myself a refuge
I need to create a safe space for myself.
So that I could hide away if I so choose
I need a place to go when I feel overwhelmed.
These days it feels that everything is changing
I am struggling to adapt to the changes in our relationship.
Used to be that every stride, you were standing by my side
You used to support me in everything I did.
But now it feels I'm walking on a tightrope
I feel like I have to be careful with everything I say and do.
As I try to balance out how to make you proud
I am trying to earn your approval and make you proud of me.
One day I'll be perfect, I'll be so extraordinary
Someday I hope to be the best version of myself.
I will shine, I will radiate
I will exude confidence and positivity.
I will take your breath away
I will impress and astonish you.
And you almost don't even recognize me
I have changed so much that you barely recognize me.
Saying, "How did you erase all but gorgeous from your face?"
You are amazed by the changes in my appearance and demeanor.
But don't be scared 'cause I'll live here forever
I am committed to making these changes permanent.
Won't you take a venture out, won't you take a venture out of there.
I want you to step out of your comfort zone and embrace the changes in me.
The stars will fall from skies above
Even though I am not a prophet, I can see the future.
But I am no prophet of doom
I am not trying to be negative or pessimistic.
I just thought I'd warn you
I am trying to prepare you for what's to come.
It's a service I provide for free to you
I am doing this out of love for you.
They call it love, babe.
This is my way of showing you how much I love you.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: VINCENT PAUL SCHEUERMAN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@bigfootjustkilledyou
You guys need more recognition, thank you very much for your amazing songs (and your amazing hair) thank you for your amazing songs
@jaysykes7664
One of my best friends produced and engineered this album. He has done many albums since, but this is my favorite. Great band!!
@troll-kp4gf
"One day I'll be perfect," this hit hard
@Foxy-ve1oh
i love bands like this
@Aleen166
This is a band I wish still existed :(
@zombiecrying0169
u.u
@flaplack4076
@ZombieCrying 01 same
@MikeSpiderson
What happened to them?
@user-my3uv4kc5r
Самая лучшая группа =)
@islamulbashev8179
которой уже нет лет как 10...