Queen Of My Heart
New Model Army · Nobody Else [2004]
I have watched you arming, and how you wave your sword in the air;
always fighting the shadows as they move behind you,
and the beating wings that hover around you . . .
To the queen of my heart, from the king of nowhere
It's a shallow sky that holds us in; you can reach right out
and touch the edge with just one outstretched hand and feel
the dark come closing in.
And there's nowhere far enough away from here;
the ringing ears and the closing air,
and the cities and deserts all beat the same;
the radio waves crackle and phase, the satellites spinning slowly round.
The radar towers search and call
to the Queen of my Heart, from the King of Nowhere . . .
This is the great world calling to the last crusader;
In the rush of the lifeblood coming out of the sunrise . . .
And you're the Queen of my Heart . . . and I'm the King of Nowhere.
Queen Of My Heart - New Model Army
Released on the 2004 album Nobody Else, Queen Of My Heart stands as a defining track in the post-punk revival movement. The song exemplifies New Model Army's signature blend of raw, melodic vocals and driving, distorted guitars, capturing the restless energy of the mid-2000s indie scene. Its haunting melody and lyrical themes of emotional vulnerability have cemented its status as a staple of the band's discography, often cited alongside anthems like Vengeance and Bad Old World. The recording reflects the era's shift toward lo-fi aesthetics and emotional honesty, influencing a generation of artists who sought to merge punk aggression with folk sensibilities. As a cornerstone of their catalog, the track remains a powerful representation of the band's ability to craft intimate yet explosive sonic landscapes.