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- According to Victor Bockri's Transformer: The Lou Reed Story, the lyrics suggest simple, conventional romantic devotion, possibly alluding to Reed's relationship with Bettye Kronstad (soon to become his first wife) and Reed's own conflicts with his sexuality, drug use, and ego.
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Apr 27, 2024 · In this article, we will take a closer look at the song and its meaning, analyzing the lyrics and exploring the song’s cultural impact. What is ‘Perfect Day’ about? At first glance, ‘Perfect Day’ seems like a simple love song. However, a closer reading of the lyrics reveals a more complex meaning.
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Sep 1, 2020 · The story and meaning behind Lou Reed's 'Perfect Day' and examining whether the theory of the song about the track being about heroin is true.
"Perfect Day" is a song written by American musician Lou Reed in 1972. It was originally featured on Transformer, Reed's second post-Velvet Underground solo album, and as B-side of his major hit, "Walk on the Wild Side".
It truly is perfect to be holding and not dope sick. It’s “Perfect” to be able to get right and not at this moment do or care about anything. Then comes the realization. (You’re goin to reap just what you sow.) Although the day was perfect, the realization of what you’ve done is now here.
Oct 24, 2023 · Lou Reed – “Perfect Day” Lyrics Meaning. “Perfect Day” by Lou Reed is a beautifully deceptive song of an idyllic day spent with a loved one. Yet, beneath the surface, it hints at dependency and the darker side of a relationship.
Perfect Day Lyrics. Just a perfect day. Drink Sangria in the park. And then later when it gets dark. We go home. Just a perfect day. Feed animals in the zoo. Then later a movie, too.
Dec 31, 2023 · Full Lyrics. Lou Reed’s ‘Perfect Day’ effortlessly weaves the fabric of simplicity with the threads of complex human emotion. On the surface, the song lays out a serene tableau painted with vignettes of an idyllic day—sangria in the park, a visit to the zoo, a shared movie.
