… 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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The perfect key
Camouflage Lyrics
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And knocked to ground
You said that love can turn things 'round
You said to me:
Love's the perfect key
I tried so hard to get things done
I tried so hard to be the one
As you said to me
I bless the ways that we're walking
Words that we're talking
And there's more than eyes can see
Beyond the wall of the things I've done
You're awaiting me
And love's the perfect key
I crossed the line
Another time
Existence build on coward lies
But you offered me
A new reality
I cried to you to hear my plea
Our souls in one tonality
You set me free
Love's the perfect key
I tore down all of these walls
But somehow
I never thought it could be enough
Now I know there is something rising high above
A perfect love...
The lyrics of Camouflage's "The Perfect Key" express the idea of how love can be transformative, and can unlock doors that were previously closed. The singer was "locked and knocked to ground" - perhaps a reference to feeling defeated and powerless in a dark place. However, the message of hope comes in the form of the person who offered him love, and who said that it could turn things around. In this context, love is presented as the "perfect key" that can change everything, and the singer tries hard to be the one who unlocks the door to a brighter future.
The imagery in the song suggests that the journey towards love is a process that requires effort and perseverance. The singer talks about crossing lines, tearing down walls, and facing the consequences of cowardly behavior. However, despite all this, he is ready to be transformed by love. The idea of tonality is also present in the lyrics, suggesting that love can bring two different people into harmony and find a common ground. The final line of the song suggests that perfect love is rising above everything.
Line by Line Meaning
I was locked
I was feeling trapped and unable to escape
And knocked to ground
I was knocked down and defeated by my circumstances
You said that love can turn things 'round
You suggested that love has the power to change my situation for the better
You said to me:
Love's the perfect key
You told me that love is the solution to my problems
I tried so hard to get things done
I put in a lot of effort to try and improve my situation
I tried so hard to be the one
I tried to be the person who could turn things around
As you said to me
That love's the perfect key
I held onto the idea that love was the answer, because you had told me so
I bless the ways that we're walking
I am grateful for the path that we are on together
Words that we're talking
I value the conversations that we have
And there's more than eyes can see
There are deeper meanings and connections beyond what we can observe
Beyond the wall of the things I've done
Despite the mistakes I have made in the past
You're awaiting me
You are there for me and have my back
And love's the perfect key
Love is still the answer and solution to our problems
I crossed the line
I did something that was inappropriate or went a step too far
Another time
This was not the first time I had made this mistake
Existence build on coward lies
My life was based on dishonesty and fear
But you offered me
A new reality
You provided me with an opportunity to create a new and better life for myself
I cried to you to hear my plea
I begged you for help and understanding
Our souls in one tonality
We are in sync and connected in our desires and intentions
You set me free
You helped me break free from my old patterns and habits
Love's the perfect key
Love is still the answer and solution to our problems
I tore down all of these walls
I finally managed to break down the barriers that were holding me back
But somehow
Even though I achieved this
I never thought it could be enough
I didn't realize that this would be all I needed to achieve my dreams
Now I know there is something rising high above
I understand that there is an energy and force greater than myself at work
A perfect love...
The love that we share is powerful and transformative
Contributed by Ryan N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.