Bruise Pristine
Placebo
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The means are right for taking Fade to gray Trying to be ruthless In the face of beauty In this matrix It's plain to see It's either you or me Bruise Pristine Serene We were born to lose Cause 'n' lie with a velvet glove Reading like an open book In the hands of love In this matrix It's plain to see It's either you or me Bruise Pristine Serene We were born to lose (Encore) Means are right for taking Fade to gray Trying to be ruthless In the face of beauty In this matrix It's plain to see It's either you or me Bruise Pristine Serene We were born to lose
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Written by: BRIAN MOLKO, STEFAN OLSDAL, ROBERT SCHULTZBERG
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10 facts about this song
Song Origin"Bruise Pristine" was initially released as a single by Placebo in 1995. It was later re-recorded for their debut album, "Placebo", which was released in 1996.
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SongwritingThe song was written by all three members of Placebo – Brian Molko, Stefan Olsdal, and Robert Schultzberg.
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Music Style"Bruise Pristine" is notable for its blend of alternative rock and post-grunge, which was a reviewer's typical way of describing the band's early sound.
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Initial ReceptionUpon initial release, the song did not create a huge impact but it steadily gained recognition after the release of their self-titled debut album.
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Lyrical MeaningThe lyrics of "Bruise Pristine" contain cryptic messages, something Placebo is known for, and it evokes emotions of melancholy, angst, and a yearning for escape.
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Video StyleThe music video for "Bruise Pristine" was released in 1997 and was directed by Howard Greenhalgh who later also directed video for Placebo's song "Nancy Boy".
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Chart PerformanceUpon its re-release in 1997, "Bruise Pristine" peaked at number 14 on the UK Singles Chart.
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Cover VersionThe song was covered by the Italian band WaterTower, and their version was included in the 2018 tribute album "A Place for Us to Dream: A Tribute to Placebo".
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Live PerformancesDespite being released as a single, "Bruise Pristine" was rarely performed live by the band, especially in their later concerts.
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Production DetailsThe original version of the song was produced by Brad Wood, a record producer, and owner of the Idful Music Corporation, while the re-recorded version was produced by Phil Vinall, a British record producer, and engineer.
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