Discography
Albums
"Self Titled" (2004)
Covered in Blood, Surrounded by Text (2005)
Slit Red Bird Throat (2007)
Health//Disco (remixes) (2008)
Turquoise Trail (2008)
Trance Doll/New Mind 7 inch single (2009)
Dark Rift (2009)
Thee Physical (2011)
Technomancer (2015)
Degenerate (2018)
Dopamine (2021)
Singles
"Real is a Feeling" (2011)
Self Control (2014)
Hyper Real / Total Confusion (2014)
Pure War
Pictureplane Lyrics
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Thinking about the time we shot the world
In our dreams, cause I am just a crime lord
Cause it reminded me, my blood tame tonight
Send fire to the mind from the inside of me
Oh well, this is just a pure war
You don't erase me and I'll be your reflected pool
Building something, adding up the bills
Lying just to be the one.
Build a wall around me, it is what it is
Thinking about the time we took the world
Cause you are just a crime lord
I can probably spill my guts right tonight
Send fire to your mind from the inside
Oh, girl, you are just a pure war
It's getting real, I'm looking steel
Building something out of noting cause we wanted to do
And you are a just a pure war
And I am just a crime lord.
The lyrics to Pictureplane's song Pure War are cryptic and open to interpretation. The opening line "Keeping reality on me, it is what it is" is a nod to the harsh reality of the world, and how individuals must deal with it. However, the next line "Thinking about the time we shot the world in our dreams" is contradictory, suggesting the idea of fantasies or dreams that do not coincide with reality.
The following lines "Cause I am just a crime lord cause it reminded me, my blood tame tonight, send fire to the mind from the inside of me" add a menacing tone to the lyrics, implying that the singer is in control and may cause havoc if they so choose. The repetition of "pure war" throughout the song highlights the idea of conflict and chaos, adding weight to the ominous tone.
The mention of "building something" could refer to the singer's desire to create something meaningful, despite the destructive themes. "Adding up the bills" could reference the consequences of living a life of crime, such as accumulating debt. In the second verse, the singer seems to address another person who is also a "crime lord", insinuating a relationship built on power and control.
Overall, the lyrics of Pure War are complex, delving into themes of control, chaos, and the harsh realities of life.
Line by Line Meaning
Keeping reality on me, it is what it is
I am being truthful and realistic.
Thinking about the time we shot the world
Recollecting a time when we were powerful and in control.
In our dreams, cause I am just a crime lord
Despite being powerless in reality, in my dreams I am a ruthless leader.
Cause it reminded me, my blood tame tonight
Something has triggered a calming effect on me.
Send fire to the mind from the inside of me
I am setting my thoughts ablaze and bringing them to life.
Oh well, this is just a pure war
These thoughts and emotions are a fierce internal battle.
You don't erase me and I'll be your reflected pool
I won't let you make me disappear, but I will show you a reflection of yourself.
Building something, adding up the bills
Creating something meaningful but at a cost.
We just thought that it's cruel
Realizing that what we are doing is not easy or enjoyable.
Lying just to be the one.
Deceiving others to come out on top.
Build a wall around me, it is what it is
I am protecting myself from the outside world.
Thinking about the time we took the world
Remembering a time when we were in control and dominant.
Cause you are just a crime lord
You too are a ruthless leader.
I can probably spill my guts right tonight
I am close to revealing my innermost thoughts and feelings.
Oh, girl, you are just a pure war
You are also experiencing an intense internal struggle.
It's getting real, I'm looking steel
Things are escalating and I am steeling myself for the fight.
Building something out of noting cause we wanted to do
Creating something meaningful out of nothing because we desired it.
And you are a just a pure war
You too are fighting a fierce internal battle.
And I am just a crime lord.
I am a powerful and ruthless leader in my own mind.
Contributed by Aiden Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.