berlin always gets overlooked as solid early synth-pop. everyone seems to remember "take my breath away" but this track... this is a real gem of electronic music.
John Crawford did an awesome job on this. I don't think a lot of people realize he was the genius behind this band. His melodic compositions and use of synthesizers was remarkable. Very UK/Yes/progressive rock. Kudos to him.
Yes he was the Reason why the band had the name Berlin due to his German Heritage also he was the Founding Member. There would No Berlin period without him. It's unfortunate that he doesn't get more Accolades and Recognition for it.
His German heritage must be why they sound very un-American and therefore a higher recommendation I can't think of. Their atmospheric and energising and alternately cold and warm synth-rock was always more part of the batch of brill artists that launched the New Wave movement (Kim Wilde, Duran Duran, OMD, Toyah, A Flock Of Seagulls, The Human League, Blancmange, and so on. Berlin owe nothing to the dreary, choke-inducing MOR/AOR sop that seeped over from the US, even in the 80s!
This band hit it big at a time when I was going through an incredibly rough time in my life. Listening to this song and a few others from the time was one of the few things that brought peace. I can never forget these songs.
We touched there was temperature I'm not the same Now I'm passing through your door It's a pleasure game you're the object of of my smile I'm a life machine Sentimental sound on sound Time to switch the scene you're the passion in me You've broken down the system You're the vision I see A pleasure victim simple figures fill my mind Some I recognize Bodies always look the same Never see their eyes to the touch there's always you How can I erase your Flaming candles, whispered words Then your soft embrace
They toured NZ in 86 & I was there with my "Flock Of Seagulls" Mullet drooling over Terri (well I wish I was over her . . . .) ✌😄 But it was the Movie Top Gun that got me into Berlin & when I bought the "Love Life" Album I happen to come across their "Pleasure Victim" Album as well, man was I not disappointed with that Album but unbeknown to me was that they were kickin around in the mid to late 70's in the UK. Quite an Incredible Band that left their mark in the 80's!! Love you Terri 💗✌😄
It's up to 18 now (sighs)... still.. in 4 years or so, only 18 dislikes... not bad.... would slam a certain music style for why they don't like THIS kind, or see the appeal.. but... likely was a down click then move on, in 5 seconds.... kids today and their attention spans, eh? (smirks)
We touched, there was temperature I'm not the same Now I'm passing through your door It's a pleasure game You're the object of my smile I'm a life machine Sentimental sound on sound Time to switch the scene You're the passion in me You've broken down the system You're the vision I see A pleasure victim Simple figures fill my mind Some I recognize Bodies always look the same Never see their eyes To the touch there's always you How can I erase your Flaming candles, whispered words Then your soft embrace? You're the passion in me You've broken down the system You're the vision I see A pleasure victim To the touch there's always you How can I erase your Flaming candles, whispered words Then your soft embrace? You're the passion in me You've broken down the system You're the vision I see A pleasure victim You're the passion in me You've broken down the system You're the vision I see A pleasure victim
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berlin always gets overlooked as solid early synth-pop.
everyone seems to remember "take my breath away" but this track... this is a real gem of electronic music.
Most people act like that song from 'Top Gun' shit is exactly who and what they represent. People! They do this with everyone that matters!
The whole album of Pleasure Victim is great!
John Crawford did an awesome job on this. I don't think a lot of people realize he was the genius behind this band. His melodic compositions and use of synthesizers was remarkable. Very UK/Yes/progressive rock. Kudos to him.
Yes he was the Reason why the band had the name Berlin due to his German Heritage also he was the Founding Member. There would No Berlin period without him. It's unfortunate that he doesn't get more Accolades and Recognition for it.
He's a decent bass player, too. As we see here.
@@aiames he is mad talented!
His German heritage must be why they sound very un-American and therefore a higher recommendation I can't think of. Their atmospheric and energising and alternately cold and warm synth-rock was always more part of the batch of brill artists that launched the New Wave movement (Kim Wilde, Duran Duran, OMD, Toyah, A Flock Of Seagulls, The Human League, Blancmange, and so on. Berlin owe nothing to the dreary, choke-inducing MOR/AOR sop that seeped over from the US, even in the 80s!
I miss read that as Joan Crawford 😄 🤣 😂
This song is like a time machine. Hearing it and its like Im right back there. Very cool song!
True fucking story
The keyboards in this song are so beautiful!!
I'm all about those synths!
Thank you! :)
This band hit it big at a time when I was going through an incredibly rough time in my life. Listening to this song and a few others from the time was one of the few things that brought peace. I can never forget these songs.
Same here.
One of the best 80's bands!
I love this song! My favorite Berlin song. I saw this band once in concert many years ago. I am ready for a second time!
We touched there was temperature
I'm not the same
Now I'm passing through your door
It's a pleasure game
you're the object of of my smile
I'm a life machine
Sentimental sound on sound
Time to switch the scene
you're the passion in me
You've broken down the system
You're the vision I see
A pleasure victim
simple figures fill my mind
Some I recognize
Bodies always look the same
Never see their eyes
to the touch there's always you
How can I erase your
Flaming candles, whispered words
Then your soft embrace
One of those great deep cuts you never hear on the radio although I did hear it a few weeks back on a local college radio station.
Extremely underrated, it has to be my fave from the EP...they were always at their best doing synthpop.
Had forgotten how much I LOVE this band......wow down memory lane :-)
No matter how many years go by I still remember all the words.
Right???😲 ME TOO!! I forget what I did yesterday but I remember our friend "Terry" and all the lyrics!!🎵🎤🎶 I love "Berlin!!"😃
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the rising sixth there takes it to the next level
They toured NZ in 86 & I was there with my "Flock Of Seagulls" Mullet drooling over Terri (well I wish I was over her . . . .) ✌😄 But it was the Movie Top Gun that got me into Berlin & when I bought the "Love Life" Album I happen to come across their "Pleasure Victim" Album as well, man was I not disappointed with that Album but unbeknown to me was that they were kickin around in the mid to late 70's in the UK. Quite an Incredible Band that left their mark in the 80's!! Love you Terri 💗✌😄
Man I loved this album back in the day. Great to hear again.
still beautiful. such a cool underrated band for sure.
Your the passion in me you broken down the system.
Your the vision I see your Pleasure Victim.
An icy beauty like endless glacial fields . . .
Great underrated song!
John Crawford at 1:41 that's 1980s true analog synth - and 2:54 that outro rules
This vinyl rip really takes you back...
Best Berlin's song ever!!!!!!!!!+1
OMG?! I loved this chick back then!!!
a beautiful time machine
Love this song!
I have this on LP :)
Sooooo cool!! Love this song!!
The song and them never gets old'
love this record!
Love the song ,also how they made it look like an old movie film ...
In this song, the LinnDrum was heard.
This and Kim Wild's "Cambodia " ...
yyyyyyyy
And your soft embrace .....
This song should have been on the Blade Runner soundtrack.
True!
Always enjoy a nice joint to this fabulous song.....🚬😙💪💀💖
One Person up here is a complete Goon.
It's up to 18 now (sighs)... still.. in 4 years or so, only 18 dislikes... not bad.... would slam a certain music style for why they don't like THIS kind, or see the appeal.. but... likely was a down click then move on, in 5 seconds.... kids today and their attention spans, eh? (smirks)
@@TragerM Exactly.
L'album pleasure victim est intemporel (je ne connais pas leur 1er disque).
We touched, there was temperature
I'm not the same
Now I'm passing through your door
It's a pleasure game
You're the object of my smile
I'm a life machine
Sentimental sound on sound
Time to switch the scene
You're the passion in me
You've broken down the system
You're the vision I see
A pleasure victim
Simple figures fill my mind
Some I recognize
Bodies always look the same
Never see their eyes
To the touch there's always you
How can I erase your
Flaming candles, whispered words
Then your soft embrace?
You're the passion in me
You've broken down the system
You're the vision I see
A pleasure victim
To the touch there's always you
How can I erase your
Flaming candles, whispered words
Then your soft embrace?
You're the passion in me
You've broken down the system
You're the vision I see
A pleasure victim
You're the passion in me
You've broken down the system
You're the vision I see
A pleasure victim
This album playing and making love to a beautiful young lady when I was in my early twenties...what an awesome memory!
I have no first hand knowledge of that.
I remember watching that through the window.....
Got that on v.h.s
I have first hand knowledge of said activity. A memorable period in my life as well. This song will always hold a special place in my heart. lol
Yeah I remember that too mate. She was great! ;)
Love this song
Great use of enjambment in the lyrics!
1:41 Synth
Not bad. Never heard this before.
Brent who im i kidding why did you leave me our love was intense oh yes it was 😥❤😥😥😥😥
Sad😭
I can feel the steely oppression of the Regan era.
You can't even spell Reagan
0:16