L.O.V.E. Machine
W.A.S.P. Lyrics
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The perfect love machine ah
Virgo, my Leo's rising
Venus made me king
That trail of broken hearts
They all belong to me
Magic runs through my fingers
One touch you'll see!!
[Chorus]
L.O.V.E All I need's my love machine, oh
L.O.V.E All I need's my love machine, oh
L.O.V.E All I need's my love machine, oh
L.O.V.E All I need's my love machine tonight..tonight
What can I do for you am I your wildest dream
What do I move in you am I what I seem
My eyes they lie and you cry
Love brings you pain
And if you try to love me
You'll not feel the same
[Chorus x2]
The lyrics to W.A.S.P.'s song L.O.V.E. Machine describe the persona of a man who portrays himself as a perfect love machine. He boasts of his astrological sign (Virgo) and claims that Venus made him king. He has left a trail of broken hearts behind him and he believes that magic runs through his fingers. He is so confident of his abilities that he claims one touch from him will prove his prowess.
However, the chorus of the song is the opposite of the man's claim. He doesn't need love but a love machine instead. This line repeats throughout the song emphasizing his need for a perfect love machine as opposed to genuine love.
The second verse of the song delves deeper into the man's character. He is aware that his persona is based on lies and he acknowledges that he will cause pain to anyone who loves him. He acknowledges that love is not his forte and says that anyone who tries to love him will not feel the same.
Overall, W.A.S.P.'s song L.O.V.E. Machine is a commentary on the superficiality and falsity of a man who is certain of his love machine as opposed to genuine love. It is a cautionary tale of the ill-effects of a relationship that is based on false promises, egotism, and superficiality.
Line by Line Meaning
Lady have you known me
Do you know who I am, and what I am capable of?
The perfect love machine ah
I am confident in my abilities to win over anyone's heart.
Virgo, my Leo's rising
I am well-versed in astrology and my horoscope predicts great success in my love life.
Venus made me king
The goddess Venus has blessed me with the qualities of a king when it comes to love and seduction.
That trail of broken hearts
There are many people who have fallen in love with me and been left heartbroken in my wake.
They all belong to me
I have a sense of ownership and control over those who have fallen for me.
Magic runs through my fingers
I possess a mysterious power that can make anyone fall for me with just a touch of my fingers.
One touch you'll see!!
A single touch from me will make you fall deeply in love with me.
L.O.V.E All I need's my love machine, oh
All I need to conquer anyone's heart is my charm and seduction skills.
What can I do for you am I your wildest dream
I am capable of fulfilling your every desire and fantasy. Am I the one you have been dreaming of?
What do I move in you am I what I seem
Am I really the person you think I am, or do I have some ulterior motives?
My eyes they lie and you cry
I may appear to be sincere and genuine, but in reality, I am manipulating you for my own gain, and this will only lead to your heartache.
Love brings you pain
Love can be a painful experience, and my love in particular can be especially destructive.
And if you try to love me
If you attempt to fall in love with me, be prepared for the consequences.
You'll not feel the same
Your life and emotions will never be the same if you choose to love me.
Lyrics © Songtrust Ave
Written by: Steve Edward Duren
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Lady have you known me
The perfect love machine
I'm Virgo, my Leo's rising, Venus made me king
That trail of broken hearts
They all belong to me
Magic runs through my fingers
One touch you'll see
L.O.V.E.
All I need's my love machine
L.O.V.E.
All I need's my love machine, tonight, tonight
What can I do for you
Am I your wildest dream
What do I move to you
Am I what I seem
My eyes, they lie and you cry
Love brings you pain
And if you try to love me
You'll not feel the same
L.O.V.E.
All I need's my love machine
L.O.V.E.
All I need's my love machine, tonight, tonight
Ryan
I bought this album in 1984 just because of the cool cover. They looked so evil and cool. Every song is killer!!!! One of the best metal albums of the 80s.
Samuel Raymond
Yeah man, back then I bought so many metal albums based on the cover.
George Laird
Yes iron maiden scary Eddie number of the beast
Ben Browne
It's a damn shame this specific lineup of WASP didn't stay together. They fucking slay.
Metal fan Savarani
Ya but you can blame blackie lawless for that because at the time he was rude to everyone
Marcus Rotkirch
I liked Johnny Rod as well.
Michael J
Even the likable Lemmy disliked Lawless.
Ustulo
I have to say after growing up with these bands that looking back at the videos a lot of them were pure works of art. Incredible.
Johnny guitar
Well i guess in the 80s they took more time to flesh out stuff,in the vids. Than they do today. some of them even had story lines
Dave Dunn
Fishnet stocking over the camera to give it that 'smokey/misty' look!
It's like the fishing line effects in old tv shows and movies, you couldn't see it on your tv back then.