Je T'Aime Moi Non Plus
Serge Gainsbourg, Jane Birkin
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Je t’aime je t’aime Oh oui je t’aime Moi non plus Oh mon amour Comme la vague irrésolue Je vais, je vais et je viens Entre tes reins Je vais et je viens Entre tes reins Et je me retiens Je t’aime je t’aime Oh oui je t’aime Moi non plus Oh mon amour Tu es la vague, moi l’île nue Tu vas, tu vas et tu viens Entre mes reins Tu vas et tu viens Entre mes reins Et je te rejoins Je t’aime je t’aime Oh oui je t’aime Moi non plus Oh mon amour L’amour physique est sans issue Je vais je vais et je viens Entre tes reins Je vais et je viens Je me retiens Non, maintenant viens
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Written by: Serge Gainsbourg
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24 facts about this song
Song Creation"Je T'aime Moi Non Plus" was originally written by Serge Gainsbourg in 1967.
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Original ArtistsThe song was initially performed by Serge Gainsbourg and Brigitte Bardot, but was never officially released due to Bardot's request.
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Iconic VersionThe famous and controversial version of "Je T'aime Moi Non Plus" was recorded by Gainsbourg and British actress and singer Jane Birkin in 1968.
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Lyrics ContentThe song's lyrics are about a couple expressing their intense love for each other, using quite bold and suggestive metaphors that sparked controversy.
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Originality"Je T'aime Moi Non Plus" is hailed as the first foreign language song to reach number one in the UK Singles Chart in 1969.
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Banned SongThe song was banned by several radio stations in Europe and the BBC due to its sexually suggestive nature.
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Chart PerformanceDespite the controversy and ban, the song achieved considerable commercial success—with the record eventually selling over four million copies worldwide.
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Movie Connection"Je T'aime Moi Non Plus" was later used as a title for a movie that Gainsbourg wrote and directed, released in 1976 featuring Birkin in the lead role.
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Multiple CoversThe song has been covered by dozens of artists in many different languages over the years, including Italian, Spanish, and Dutch.
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Lasting Impact"Je T'aime Moi Non Plus" remains one of most iconic of Serge Gainsbourg's songs, and is still strongly associated with the singer and his on-and-off partner Jane Birkin.
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InstrumentalThe song is also recognized for its distinctive organ solo, which serves to further the suggestive nature of the song.
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Relationship InfluenceGainsbourg and Birkin's love story greatly influenced the lyrics, adding to the authenticity of the song. They were a couple from 1969 to 1980.
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InspirationThe song's title refers to a French expression, which translates to "I love you – me neither" in English, showcasing how love can be paradoxical.
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Pop CultureDespite its controversy, the song has had an enduring impact on pop culture, being used in many media outlets, including films, TV shows, and commercials.
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SignificanceThe song is considered a classic in the world of French popular music and a landmark in the history of recording for its audacious lyrical content.
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Creation"Je T'Aime Moi Non Plus" was written by Serge Gainsbourg, who was a renowned French singer-songwriter and poet known for his often provocative and scandalous releases.
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Originally Written for Another ArtistThe song was originally written by Gainsbourg and performed by him and Brigitte Bardot in 1967. However, Bardot's husband at that time objected to the release due to its suggestive nature.
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Second RecordingThe version most known today sung by Jane Birkin and Serge Gainsbourg was recorded in 1969. Birkin at that time was Gainsbourg's girlfriend.
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ControversyThe song was highly controversial because of its explicit sexual content and simulated female orgasm sounds. It was banned by several radio stations in various countries including the UK, Spain, Sweden, Brazil, and the Vatican.
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Chart-ToppingDespite (and perhaps due to) the controversy, "Je T'Aime Moi Non Plus" became a massive commercial success. It reached the top of the UK Singles Chart in 1969, making Jane Birkin the first actress to achieve a number one hit in the UK.
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Film AdaptationGainsbourg later directed a movie with the same name, "Je T'Aime Moi Non Plus," featuring Birkin in the starring role.
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Multilingual Covers"Je T'Aime Moi Non Plus" has been covered in several languages by various artists around the world, including a Spanish version by Julio Iglesias, an Italian version by Mina, and an instrumental version by Gato Barbieri.
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LegacyDespite the controversy, the song is considered a classic and is one of the most famous French pop songs worldwide.
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Modern RecognitionIn 2007, the song was voted by the French public as the third Best Song of the 20th Century in a poll conducted by the French television channel M6.
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