December
Vale Lyrics

Oh Valerie Plame
The singer addresses 'Valerie Plame', a real-life former CIA agent whose cover was blown in 2003.

If that really is your name
The singer calls into question whether 'Valerie Plame' is truly her name, given her work as a covert operative.

I would just shout the same
The singer expresses his admiration for Valerie Plame, stating that he would proudly share her name with the world.

To the world
The artist emphasizes his desire for Valerie Plame's name and story to be known by all.

Dear Valerie Plame
The artist addresses Valerie Plame again in a more personal manner, expressing sympathy for the harm done to her career.

So they made a wreck of you
The singer acknowledges the damage that was done to Valerie Plame when her identity was revealed and scorns those who were responsible.

But give me the rest of you
The singer appeals to Valerie Plame as a whole person, beyond her job or her public face.

And I'll give the world
The artist pledges his support and appreciation for Valerie Plame, and offers to share her story with others.

But you were just some silly girl
The artist acknowledges that Valerie Plame was once just an ordinary, fun-loving young woman enjoying life abroad.

Taking in the sights of your empire's colony
The artist implies that Valerie Plame was living in a country under the control of the United States, as part of her job overseas for the CIA.

So I took you into my confidence
The singer describes a personal connection he felt with Valerie Plame, despite her being a complete stranger at the time.

Without a thought of consequence
The artist confesses that he acted impulsively in sharing his feelings with Valerie Plame, without considering the potential risks or outcomes.

To my heart or to my mind
The singer is unclear as to whether his connection with Valerie Plame was purely emotional, or more intellectual as well.

From up high
The singer envisions himself as being in a high place, perhaps standing on a rooftop or hilltop, as he shouts Valerie Plame's name to the world.

I'll look for that long exchange
The singer expresses a desire to find Valerie Plame once more, implying that he wishes to continue their personal connection and learn more about her life.

Outside of the Bureau Change
The artist describes a specific location in Shanghai where he will search for Valerie Plame, potentially a CIA office or something similar.

But I was just some stupid boy on a bus
The artist acknowledges that he was young and foolish when he first met Valerie Plame, and lacked any real understanding of her life or work.

When your nom de guerre was Codename Caroline
The singer reveals that Valerie Plame was operating under an alias, further emphasizing the secrecy and danger involved in her work.

And so my Vespa became your chariot
The singer describes his personal connection with Valerie Plame as having a romantic or cinematic quality, where his motor scooter became a symbol of their relationship.

From the Green Zone Marriott
The artist describes a location in Baghdad, Iraq where Valerie Plame may have worked as part of her job, and where they may have met.

To be etched upon my mind
The artist emphasizes the lasting impact that Valerie Plame's identity and story have had on him personally.

And when they flashed your picture 'cross the screen
The artist recalls a moment when Valerie Plame's image was made public, likely as part of the scandal that broke when her identity was revealed.

How my heart seemed to leap out of me
The singer describes a visceral emotional reaction to seeing Valerie Plame's image in the media, perhaps feeling shock or dismay on her behalf.

And they attached a list of your identities
The artist implies that there were many different names and identities that Valerie Plame used in her work for the CIA, adding to the mystery and intrigue around her story.

But the one you'll always be
The singer acknowledges that although Valerie Plame's identity was compromised, she will always be the real person behind those aliases and codenames.

Is Valerie Plame
The singer affirms Valerie Plame's identity as her true self, beyond any of the false names or roles she played in her work.

La da da da da da da.. hey hey Valerie Plame (x3)
The song ends with repeating the name 'Valerie Plame', suggesting her name has become a personal mantra or symbol for the singer's admiration and respect.