… 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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Travelling Without Moving
Camouflage Lyrics
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Ladies and Gentlemen,
we would not like to welcome you
on board our Spacetrain on its
non-stop flight to the end of
this album. Now that you're here,
Please don't fasten your seatbelts
anything else other than the music.
In case of an emergency just light a cigar and relax
in a comfortable position.
Have a pleasant journey
and thank you for flying
Mendoza Airways!
The lyrics of Camouflage's song Travelling Without Moving seem to be an introduction or a prelude to the end of the album. It's like an invitation for the listener to hop on board a non-stop flight on a Spacetrain. There are no safety instructions, and listeners are encouraged to focus solely on the music. The spoken lines also suggest that the journey is going to be a pleasant one, with the instruction to light a cigar and relax in comfort even in case of an emergency. Overall, the lyrics convey a sense of relaxation, comfort, and enjoyment.
However, the title "Travelling Without Moving" seems to suggest a contradiction. Traveling is usually associated with movement, while the phrase implies the opposite. The line may allude to the idea of embarking on a mental or spiritual journey while listening to the music, rather than a physical one. It's a journey that one can take without the need to go anywhere physically. The title may also be derived from the concept of astral projection or out-of-body experiences, where one can travel without moving physically.
The lyrics also seem to have a psychedelic and trippy feel to them, which goes hand in hand with the space-themed music of the song. The combination of an otherworldly sound and the invitation to embark on a non-stop flight alludes to the experience of taking a psychedelic journey without drugs. The song inspires its listeners to let go and immerse themselves in the music, allowing it to transport them to another realm.
Line by Line Meaning
Ladies and Gentlemen,
Attention passengers,
we would not like to welcome you
We don't want to formally welcome you,
on board our Spacetrain on its
To our Spacetrain,
non-stop flight to the end of
We will be traveling continuously to the end,
this album. Now that you're here,
Throughout the duration of this album,
Please don't fasten your seatbelts
You do not need to secure your safety belts,
and refrain from listening to
Do not listen to anything else,
anything else other than the music.
besides the music we are playing now.
In case of an emergency just light a cigar and relax
If there's an emergency, puff a cigar and take it easy,
in a comfortable position.
Make sure you're comfortable while doing so,
Have a pleasant journey
We wish you an enjoyable journey,
and thank you for flying
Thank you for choosing to travel aboard
Mendoza Airways!
the Mendoza Airways.
Contributed by Jayden A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.