Neatly described as one of the world's best-kept secrets, Blake has released five studio albums, a sountrack to french movie "Presque Rien" and a live album recorded with an orchestra at Cirque Royale in Brussels.
In February 2005 Blake received a gold disc for two songs he co-wrote with Marco Sabiu for French icon Francoise Hardy. The album also won a French grammy.
Blake also had two songs featured in the movie "Trois Petites Filles", directed by Cannes award winning director, Jean-Loup Hubbert. He has collaborated with French Top 20 artist, Emilie Simon, performing a duet and scoring the choral arrangements.
Perry Blakes sixth studio album 'Canyon Songs' will be released in spring 2007. It's quite a departure from previous work with a strong melancholic country flavour.
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Naked Man
Perry Blake Lyrics
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Naked God dreaming of a clothed world
Hopeless dawn offers up it's tragedy
Fading sun washes out to sea
And you know that's how it goes
When people steep themselves in faith
You know that's how it goes
Child of prague, lying through it's broken teeth
Get a dog, at least they don't forget
And we know that's how it goes
When people steep themselves in love
We know that's how it goes
That's how it goes
Valentine, why should I remember you?
Valentine, please let me forget.
Valentine, why should I remember you?
Valentine, please let me forget
Let me go.
The lyrics to Perry Blake's "Naked Man" speak to the universal human experience of searching for meaning and purpose in life. The song starts with the image of a naked man dreaming of a naked god, which can be interpreted as a representation of the human desire to understand our place in the world and our relationship with a higher power. However, the next line of the song subverts this image by presenting a "naked god" dreaming of a "clothed world." This can be seen as a commentary on the paradoxical nature of faith - the idea that we project our own beliefs and values onto a higher power, rather than the other way around.
The lyrics then shift to a description of the dawn offering up its tragedy, which suggests that even nature is not immune to the suffering and chaos of the world. The fading sun washing out to sea is another metaphor for the impermanence of life and the passage of time. The chorus of the song emphasizes the idea that these themes are all interconnected and part of a larger cycle that repeats itself throughout human history.
The song then takes a more personal turn, referencing the "child of Prague" - a statue of the infant Jesus that is believed to bring good luck - and the fleeting nature of memory. The repeated plea to "let me forget" suggests a desire to escape from painful memories and move on from past traumas. Overall, the song is a powerful meditation on the nature of faith, love, and memory, and how they shape our understanding of the world around us.
Line by Line Meaning
Naked man dreaming of a naked god
A man, vulnerable and exposed, yearns for a higher power that is just as stripped of any pretense or façade.
Naked God dreaming of a clothed world
The divine presence, though it remains pure and unadorned, envisions a reality where humanity is no longer so exposed and vulnerable.
Hopeless dawn offers up it's tragedy
The start of a new day brings with it a sense of despair, as one is forced to confront the harsh realities of the world.
Fading sun washes out to sea
As the sun sets, any hope or optimism that might have accompanied the beginning of the day is washed away by the tides of the ocean.
And you know that's how it goes
The recurring struggles and disappointments of life are a familiar and accepted part of the human experience.
When people steep themselves in faith
Blindly dedicating oneself to a belief system can have a profound impact on one's perception of the world.
Child of Prague, lying through its broken teeth
A statue of the Infant Jesus of Prague, rumored to have miraculous powers, is depicted as both deceitful and frail.
Get a dog, at least they don't forget
Dogs, often seen as loyal and dependable companions, are contrasted with the inscrutable and crafty image of the Child of Prague.
And we know that's how it goes
As a society, we are aware of the pitfalls and challenges associated with romantic love.
When people steep themselves in love
Allowing oneself to become consumed by affection for another can be both transformative and hazardous.
Valentine, why should I remember you?
The singer questions the significance of a holiday that is celebrated through the exchange of sentimental gifts and gestures.
Valentine, please let me forget
The weight of past experiences and heartaches can feel overwhelming, leading one to long for the sweet release of forgetfulness.
Let me go.
The singer pleads for release from the emotional burden that has been placed upon them.
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Charlotte Christiansson
I weep for humanity when this song has only 1 like. 🖤🎶🖤
tictactoehuhn6
2012 and no comments... people today don't know art!
Хфачтур Торосян
Superrrrr...