… Read Full Bio ↴There have been at least three artists sharing the name Camouflage;
The name is used by a German synthpop band, a Japanese idol group based in Nagoya whose name is officially styled as "CAMOUFLAGE", and a Swedish new wave band (later named Tapirerna).
German: The German synthpop trio Camouflage was officially formed in 1984 by vocalist Marcus Meyn and keyboardists/programmers Heiko Maile and Oliver Kreyssig. The group took first place in a radio-sponsored song contest in 1986, and before long, their debut single, "The Great Commandment," was scaling the German charts. Their full-length debut, Voices and Images, was released in 1988, reflecting the group's classic new wave synth-pop influences, but most of all Depeche Mode. 1989's Methods of Silence began to broaden Camouflage's sonic palette, yet the Depeche Mode sound still remained at the forefront. Oliver Kreyssig then left the group, leaving Maile and Meyn as a duo augmented by several studio musicians. By the time of 1991's Meanwhile, Camouflage had garnered a not insignificant following on college radio; the album moved still farther away from synthpop and incorporated greater instrumentation. However, with the advent of grunge, synthpop lost a great deal of its footing on college radio; Camouflage soon found itself without an American record deal. 1993's Bodega Bohemia, available only as an import, moved back towards synth-oriented music and took a darker tone than much of their previous work. The mostly instrumental Spice Crackers followed in 1995, after which the future of the band was cast into doubt; a best-of compilation, We Stroke the Flames, was released in Germany in 1997.
They released their comeback "Sensor" in 2003; "Relocated" in 2006.
CAMOUFLAGE is a Japanese idol group from Nagoya. They debuted at an event in October of 2012. Member Takasaki Shouko plays guitar during their live performances, and she is also well-known for her gravure work. CAMOUFLAGE sold out their first solo concert in the space of two days. Their first single "KIMOCHI Choukousoku" was released on the 3rd of March 2013, which was produced in a limited edition of 300 copies. There are currently seven CAMOUFLAGE members: Tatematsu Asu, Sakura Mone, Shiina Azusa, Takasaki Shouko, Yamashita Moe, Kamiya Runa, and Sanjou Katsuki. Three other members were once part of the group, but have since graduated: Itou Erika, Yashino Sakura, and Kawai Miori.
Aside from music activity, the members of CAMOUFLAGE are involved in various local entertainment: they have appeared in TV dramas, variety shows (including their own regularly-scheduled internet show, BILLY CAM(e)), and they also regularly host radio programs.
Swedish: Camouflage was a new wave / goth band from Gothenburg, Sweden. They released three albums in the eighties. The first one was "Camouflage" which came in 1985. Their second album was "En Förtjusande Vän" in 1986. The third was called "La La La" in 1988.
After their third album they changed their name to Tapirerna because of the German band with same name.
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Camouflage-The great commandment
Camouflage Lyrics
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They partch you
And reap a disaster
Reeducation for the enfants
Who demanded for an innocent instance
The great commandment
Shows the contempt
embarrassing pavement
Believe the scholars
Read the readings
Realize the man who says anything
The great commandment
The needies believe you
They treat you
Like survivors of a disaster
Reeducation for the enfants
Who demanded for an innocent instance
The great commandment...
The lyrics to Camouflage's "The Great Commandment" seem to be a commentary on societal oppression and the struggle for individual freedom. The first few lines depict an image of some people trying to suppress and control others, and how these actions lead to disaster. The next line about "reeducation for the enfants" suggests that the oppressed are often younger people who are being taught to conform to societal norms rather than being allowed to express themselves freely.
The chorus of the song, "The great commandment shows the contempt between the world and their embarrassing pavement," seems to be pointing at the disconnect between different levels of society. Those who are oppressed are seen as "embarrassing pavement" while the world around them looks down on them with contempt. The lines "Believe the scholars, read the readings, realize the man who says anything" suggest that the singer is encouraging people to educate themselves and question authority.
The final stanza regarding "the needy" treating the individual like "survivors of a disaster" implies that those who are oppressed are often marginalized and left to fend for themselves. The repetition of the chorus reinforces the idea that this "great commandment" to suppress individuality and promote conformity is pervasive in society.
Line by Line Meaning
Some people suppress you
There are individuals who try to silence and oppress you.
They parch you
They make you thirsty and deprived of nourishment.
And reap a disaster
Their actions lead to a catastrophe.
Reeducation for the enfants
Children need to be educated and taught.
Who demanded for an innocent instance
Those children asked for something simple and pure.
The great commandment
The ultimate law and instruction.
Shows the contempt
Highlights the scorn and disrespect.
Between the world and their embarrassing pavement
The division between society and their flawed infrastructure.
Believe the scholars
Trust the knowledgeable experts.
Read the readings
Take time to learn and study the texts.
Realize the man who says anything
Understand that anyone can speak without factual basis.
The needies believe you
Those who lack trust turn to you for help.
They treat you like survivors of a disaster
They see you as someone who is strong and resilient.
The great commandment
The ultimate law and instruction.
Reeducation for the enfants
Children need to be educated and taught.
Who demanded for an innocent instance
Those children asked for something simple and pure.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: HEIKO MAILE, MARCUS MEYN, OLIVER KREYSSIG
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@darcy_taylor3103
Camouflage,Erasure,Depeche Mode,Pet Shop Boys,Alphaville,OMD,Eurythmics,A-HA...Great Synthpop Group 80's !
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Te recomiendo TALK Talk
@AYCHIZURU
Exactamente
@piptaldrake8752
Don't forget about Duran Duran and The Human League
@albertoperezperez4595
Te faltó Human League
@jorgerosas
No veo a Ultravox
@thomassteffen7811
Wird heute nach 35 Jahren seines bestehen, immer noch im Radio rauf und runter gespielt. Zu recht . Einfach nur ein Hammer Song. Geil
@Sinjinator
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@dr.eisenstirn7865
im 26 years old, and think this was a great time, with excellent music. better than the music in this moment.
@isacampos5968
Totally agree! Iwould like to be born at least in 1970 to enjoy this times!!