A 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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10 facts about this song
Music GenreBelonging to the Pop and Jazz-fusion genres, "A Physical Presence" showcases the unique fusion sound Level 42 was known for.
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AlbumThe song is part of the band's three albums-- "A Physical Presence" (1985), "Long Ago with Eyes Open" (2014), and "Physical Presence" (2006).
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Live AlbumThe song "A Physical Presence" is also the title track of Level 42's double live album released in 1985.
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Band MembersThe song features the band's extraordinary lineup of Mark King, Mike Lindup, Boon Gould, and Phil Gould.
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Instrumentals"A Physical Presence" is a showcase for Level 42's instrumental prowess, demonstrating their abilities both on their individual instruments and as a cohesive ensemble.
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Bass TechniqueMark King's percussive slap bass technique is one of the standout features of the song.
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Song Meaning"A Physical Presence" lyrically discusses existential anxieties and the physical and emotional distances people can feel from each other.
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Live PerformancesThe version of "A Physical Presence" that most fans are familiar with is a live recording, demonstrating Level 42's notable strength as a live act.
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Song LengthThe song is one of Level 42's longest, typically running over seven minutes in live performances.
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ReceptionThough not their biggest hit, "A Physical Presence" is considered a favourite among Level 42's dedicated fan base.
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