Physical Presence
Level 42
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I leave as I enter, another boy caught in-between Now all I can muster are whispers to your screams Don't you remember how you eased my disgrace? Don't you remember the love you saw in my face? Perfected in silence A physical presence I sought affection, but now I realize A cold rejection, the movement in your eyes But I can remember when you shook against me I can remember when I saw what love could be Perfected in silence A physical presence Ain't what she did, it's the way that she did it When I couldn't give, only she could forgive it Ain't what she did, it's the way that she did it As long as I live, it's for me to relive it Silence Part of the answer is that there's really no escape Part of the answer is that life can have such perfect shape Don't you remember all the nights you shared in my disgrace? Don't you remember that the love that filled this empty space Was Perfected in silence? A physical presence Perfected in silence A physical presence
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Written by: PHILIP GABRIEL GOULD, MARK KING
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
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12 facts about this song
Genre Classification"Physical Presence" is a track that falls under the genre of pop and jazz-funk, both of which Level 42 were well-known for.
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Album ReleaseThe song was released in November 1985, as part of their album “World Machine”.
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Chart SuccessWhile the track did not chart as a single, it contributed to the success of "World Machine". The album reached number 3 in the UK Albums Chart and remained in the charts for 72 weeks.
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Live Performance"Physical Presence" is a live track picked for the studio album. The band was known for their exceptional live performances and this song particularly showcases this.
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Band MembersThe song features Mark King with his distinctive slap-bass style and lead vocals. This was a defining feature for Level 42's music.
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Unique Aspect“Physical Presence” is unique in its complex musical structure, blending jazz, funk and pop.
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Influence"Physical Presence" demonstrates the band's early influences of jazz-fusion band, Return to Forever and bassist, Jaco Pastorius.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Physical Presence" talk about the physical aspect of human existence and its limitations.
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LengthAs a live track, "Physical Presence" is longer than most songs, clocking around 5 minutes and 27 seconds.
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PopularityDespite not being released as a single, "Physical Presence" remains a staple in Level 42's live performances and is loved by fans.
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Song MessageThe song could be conceived as an anthem for living life to the fullest, understanding that our physical existence is limited.
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Era"Physical Presence" is a perfect representation of Level 42's sound in the mid-80s, blending elements of pop, rock, and jazz funk.
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