A Physical Presence

Level 42

About A Physical Presence

"A Physical Presence" is a song released in 1985 by the musical group Level 42 from the album World Machine. It was written by Phil Gould and Mark King. This is one of the first songs of the group that shows influence of the blues. Later, in the same year of 1985, this song was the title of the live album "A Physical Presence". The song was launched as single, and it reached to 87th position in the charts of United Kingdom.


Year:
1987
6:07
22 
#1

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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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Level 42

Level 42 are an English pop rock and jazz-funk band who had a number of worldwide and UK hits during the 1980s and 1990s. more »

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Written by: PHILIP GABRIEL GOULD, MARK KING

Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing

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10 facts about this song

Music Genre
Belonging to the Pop and Jazz-fusion genres, "A Physical Presence" showcases the unique fusion sound Level 42 was known for.
Album
The song is part of the band's three albums-- "A Physical Presence" (1985), "Long Ago with Eyes Open" (2014), and "Physical Presence" (2006).
Live Album
The song "A Physical Presence" is also the title track of Level 42's double live album released in 1985.
Band Members
The song features the band's extraordinary lineup of Mark King, Mike Lindup, Boon Gould, and Phil Gould.
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.
Bass Technique
Mark King's percussive slap bass technique is one of the standout features of the song.
Song Meaning
"A Physical Presence" lyrically discusses existential anxieties and the physical and emotional distances people can feel from each other.
Live Performances
The 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.
Song Length
The song is one of Level 42's longest, typically running over seven minutes in live performances.
Reception
Though not their biggest hit, "A Physical Presence" is considered a favourite among Level 42's dedicated fan base.

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