Founded in 1969 by guitarist Frank Bornemann, the band has endured several line-up changes, with Bornemann being the only consistent member of the group. In the 1980s, after a series of major splits (like in 1984 although reformed in 1988) in the group, Bornemann pursued a more commercial direction. Despite attracting a large following, the band never gained popularity in the United States.
However, in later years, former members of the band re-joined, and in 1998 fans delighted in hearing Ocean 2, a return to the classic symphonic progressive genre that the band was so well known for. A sequel to the 1977's original, it is commonly thought among fans that it successfully recaptures the spirit of the band, and is a worthy follow-up to the much beloved classic.
Of the band's numerous records, fans generally consider Inside, Floating, Dawn, Ocean, Silent Cries & Mighty Echoes, Planets and Ocean 2 to be the superior albums.
Despite their nationality, the band is not generally considered krautrock due to their sound which has much more in common with English progressive groups such as Pink Floyd and Yes.
In 2009 after a decade of hiatus Frank Bornemann released a DVD celebrating their 40th anniversary and a new album called Visionairy.
In the following period he worked on a concept double album about the life of the Maid of Orleans, Jeanne d'Arc. The album The Vision, the Sword and the Pyre, Pt. 1 was released in 2017, followed by The Vision, the Sword and the Pyre, Pt. 2 in 2019.
Current Line-up:
Frank Bornemann
Klaus-Peter Matziol
Hannes Arkona
Hannes Folberth
Bodo Schopf
Plastic Girl
Eloy Lyrics
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She talks in plastic, plastic words
I must have been wrong, when I thought she was different
'cause her lips and her eyes seemed like a sea of delight
She whispered in my ears words of boundless feelings
I was bewitched and I knew we could spend the night together
But we'll never get the truth of our dreams and wishes
She must know that I have to go on my way
'cause there's no place for me in a plastic world
I'll never talk to friends again in plastic words
Why people don't understand the emptiness
They'll never learn it with their plastic brains
We never had the chance to live with each other
But I'll remember the irresistable moments
The synthetic world destroyed all my feelings
She's a girl full of plastic, she's a plastic girl
In Eloy's song "Plastic Girl", the lyrics depict a person's experience with a girl who seems to live in a superficial, materialistic world. She is described as being a part of a "plastic, plastic world", and even her words are described as being "plastic". Despite feeling initially drawn to her, the singer comes to realize the emptiness of this world, and how it ultimately destroys any genuine feelings or connections.
The lyrics suggest a sense of disappointment and disillusionment, as the singer reflects on being "bewitched" by the plastic girl's words and physical appearance, only to ultimately recognize the unfulfilling nature of this superficial world. There is a sense of regret and loss, as the singer describes never having the chance to truly connect with the girl, and laments the fact that people are unable to see beyond their "plastic brains" and recognize the emptiness of this way of life.
Overall, "Plastic Girl" can be seen as a commentary on the dangers of materialism and superficiality, and the importance of seeking meaningful connections and experiences in life.
Line by Line Meaning
She lives in a plastic, plastic world
The girl exists in an artificial, fabricated environment.
She talks in plastic, plastic words
The girl communicates in insincere, contrived language.
I must have been wrong, when I thought she was different
The singer regrets thinking that the girl was unique or genuine.
'cause her lips and her eyes seemed like a sea of delight
The girl's physical appearance initially deceived the artist into thinking she was genuine.
She whispered in my ears words of boundless feelings
The girl expressed emotions that exceeded any real or authentic emotions she may possess.
I was bewitched and I knew we could spend the night together
The singer was enchanted by the girl's superficial charm and believed they would have a romantic encounter.
But we'll never get the truth of our dreams and wishes
The singer and the girl will never experience true connection or understand each other's genuine desires.
She must know that I have to go on my way
The artist must leave the girl and her artificial world behind.
She must learn that she has to turn or to go away
The girl must either make significant changes or leave the artist's life.
'cause there's no place for me in a plastic world
The artist does not fit into the girl's fabricated world.
I'll never talk to friends again in plastic words
The singer has become disillusioned with insincere and superficial communication and will strive for authenticity in their relationships.
Why people don't understand the emptiness
The artist is perplexed by individuals' inability to perceive the futility of artificiality and falseness.
They'll never learn it with their plastic brains
The singer believes that those who engage in falsehoods are intellectually limited and lack the capacity for emotional depth.
We never had the chance to live with each other
The singer and the girl never had a genuine relationship.
But I'll remember the irresistible moments
Although based on fallacies, the singer will recall the fleeting moments of attraction with the girl.
The synthetic world destroyed all my feelings
The counterfeit environment corrupted the artist's emotions.
She's a girl full of plastic, she's a plastic girl
The girl embodies artificiality and insincerity.
Contributed by Oliver T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Sebep Ey
She lives in a plastic, plastic world
She talks in plastic, plastic words
I must have been wrong
When I thought she was different
'Cause her lips and her eyes
Seemed like a sea of delight
She whispered in my ear
Words of boundless feelings
I was bewitched and I knew
We could spend the night together
But we'll never get the truth
Of our dreams and wishes
She must know that I have to go on my way
She must learn that she has to turn or to go away
'Cause there's no place for me in a plastic world
I'll never talk to friends again in plastic words
Why people don't understand the emptiness
They'll never learn it with their plastic brains
We never had the chance to live with each other
But I will remember the irresistable moments
The synthetic world destroyed all my feelings
She's a girl full of plastic, she's a plastic girl
Sebep Ey
She lives in a plastic, plastic world
She talks in plastic, plastic words
I must have been wrong
When I thought she was different
'Cause her lips and her eyes
Seemed like a sea of delight
She whispered in my ear
Words of boundless feelings
I was bewitched and I knew
We could spend the night together
But we'll never get the truth
Of our dreams and wishes
She must know that I have to go on my way
She must learn that she has to turn or to go away
'Cause there's no place for me in a plastic world
I'll never talk to friends again in plastic words
Why people don't understand the emptiness
They'll never learn it with their plastic brains
We never had the chance to live with each other
But I will remember the irresistable moments
The synthetic world destroyed all my feelings
She's a girl full of plastic, she's a plastic girl
hatem farouk
One of the best bands ever , how can such a band has been ignored that way .
شیر تعزیه
Because people don’t understated difference between good music (Eloy) and shit music (nowadays rap and country)
Рок Посевы
Nice song, nice band! Progressive rock forever :)
Venice Sun
Great Song 🎸 !!!
Utku Bayrak
klasik müzikten sonra modern müziğin ulaştığı en üst nokta budur
Fernando Sergio
Fantastic group!
Barış Palabıyık
How can this song can be this underrated its just cruel.
Gerhard Stock
I couldn´t believe this for 35 years :(
ABC Traveler
The same reason that Justin bieber gets overrated