Je marche seul

Jean-Jacques Goldman

About Je marche seul

"Je marche seul" ("I Walk Alone") is the name of a 1985 song recorded by the French singer and songwriter Jean-Jacques Goldman. It was released in June 1985 as the first single from his album Non homologué, as tenth track. Though the song failed to reach number one on the French Singles Chart, it remains one of Goldman's biggest hit singles as well as one of the more popular songs live.


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Comme un bateau dérive
Sans but et sans mobile
Je marche dans la ville
Tout seul et anonyme

La ville et ses pièges
Ce sont mes privilèges
Je suis riche de ça
Mais ça ne s'achète pas

Je m'en fous
Je m'en fous 
De tout
De ces chaînes qui pendent à nos cous
Je m'enfuis
J'oublie
Je m'offre une parenthèse, un sursis

Je marche seul
Dans les rues qui se donnent
Et la nuit me pardonne, je marche seul
En oubliant les heures
Je marche seul
Sans témoin, sans personne
Que mes pas qui résonnent, je marche seul
Acteur et voyeur

Se rencontrer, séduire
Quand la nuit fait des siennes
Promettre sans le dire
Juste des yeux qui traînent

Quand la vie s'obstine
En ces heures assassines
Je suis riche de ça
Mais ça ne s'achète pas

Je m'en fous
Je m'en fous 
De tout
De ces chaînes qui pendent à nos cous
Je m'enfuis
J'oublie
Je m'offre une parenthèse, un sursis

Je marche seul
Dans les rues qui se donnent
Et la nuit me pardonne, je marche seul
En oubliant les heures
Je marche seul
Sans témoin, sans personne
Que mes pas qui résonnent, je marche seul
Acteur et voyeur

Je marche seul
Quand ma vie déraisonne
Quand l'envie m'abandonne, je marche seul
Pour me noyer d'ailleurs

Je marche seul
Dans les rues qui se donnent
Et la nuit me pardonne, je marche seul
En oubliant les heures
Je marche seul
Sans témoin, sans personne
Que mes pas qui résonnent, je marche seul
Acteur et voyeur

Je marche seul
Dans les rues qui se donnent
Et la nuit me pardonne, je marche seul
En oubliant les heures
Je marche seul
Sans témoin, sans personne

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Jean-Jacques Goldman

Jean-Jacques Goldman (French pronunciation: ​[ʒɑ̃.ʒak.gɔld'man] ; born 11 October 1951) is a Grammy Awards-winning French singer-songwriter. He is hugely popular in the French-speaking world, and since 2003 was the second-highest-grossing French living pop-rock singer, after Johnny Hallyday. In the 1990s, he was part of the trio Fredericks Goldman Jones with a string of hits. more »

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20 facts about this song

Song’s Origin
"Je Marche Seul" is a song by French artist Jean-Jacques Goldman. It was released in 1985 as a part of his album "Non Homologué".
Performance
Jean-Jacques Goldman performed "Je Marche Seul" as a solo act. This song came after his work with the French band Tai Phong and during his peak popularity in France during the 1980s.
Song’s Success
"Je Marche Seul" was a commercial success. It peaked at number one on the French Singles Chart and stayed there for several weeks.
Lyrics Theme
The lyrics of "Je Marche Seul" express a feeling of independence and dealing with loneliness. The title translates to "I Walk Alone".
Music Video
The music video for "Je Marche Seul" features Jean-Jacques Goldman walking alone in various settings, matching the theme of the song.
Live Performances
Jean-Jacques Goldman often includes "Je Marche Seul" in his live performance sets. It's one of his most recognized and popular songs.
Covers
Like many of Goldman's songs, "Je Marche Seul" has been covered by several artists over the years, extending its reach beyond its original French audience.
Concert Legacy
In many concerts and events, Jean-Jacques Goldman used "Je Marche Seul" as the closing finale. This made the song a significant part of his performing legacy.
Cultural Significance
"Je Marche Seul" is an important piece of 1980s French pop culture. The song remains popular and loved by fans. It is often played on radio stations dedicated to music from this era.
Critical Acclaim
Jean-Jacques Goldman won a Victoire de la Musique award (French Grammy equivalent) in 1986 for male artist of the year, partly due to the success of "Je Marche Seul".
Song Title
The translated title of the song "Je Marche Seul" means "I Walk Alone" in English.
Artistitude
Jean-Jacques Goldman is a French singer-songwriter and music producer famous for his solo career and as a former member of the French rock band "Les Enfoirés".
Release Date
“Je Marche Seul” was released as a single in 1985.
Album
This particular track appeared on Jean-Jacques Goldman’s fourth studio album titled "Non homologué" that was released the same year.
Chart Performance
"Je Marche Seul" was a major hit in France, reaching the number-one spot on the French Singles Chart where it stayed for four non-consecutive weeks.
Music Video
The music video for “Je Marche Seul” was directed by Bernard Schmitt and features Goldman exploring and performing around various vibrant, urban settings.
Lyric Signficance
The lyrics reflect a message of independence, with Goldman expressing the freedom and joy of walking alone and being comfortable in one’s solitude.
Personal Inspiration
He wrote the song during a period of his life when he lived alone, and it is reflective of his personal experiences and feelings during that time.
Live Performances
"Je Marche Seul" is often featured in Goldman’s live concert sets, including his 2002 Tour Ensemble. The song is loved by his audience due to its dynamic energy.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by numerous French artists over the years, solidifying its status as a classic in French pop culture.

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