Sous le Ciel de Paris

Juliette Gréco

About Sous le Ciel de Paris

"Sous le ciel de Paris" is a song initially written for the 1951 French film Sous le ciel de Paris, directed by Julien Duvivier. In the film the song was sung by Jean Bretonnière. In the same year it was recorded by Anny Gould and by Juliette Gréco. Thanks to Juliette Greco and subsequent recordings by renowned artists like Édith Piaf and Yves Montand the song became a symbol of Paris and France for the whole world.


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Sous le ciel de Paris
S'envole une chanson
Hum Hum
Elle est née d'aujourd'hui
Dans le cœur d'un garçon
Sous le ciel de Paris
Marchent des amoureux
Hum Hum
Leur bonheur se construit
Sur un air fait pour eux

Sous le pont de Bercy
Un philosophe assis
Deux musiciens quelques badauds
Puis les gens par milliers

Sous le ciel de Paris
Jusqu'au soir vont chanter
Hum Hum
L'hymne d'un peuple épris
De sa vieille cité

Près de Notre Dame
Parfois couve un drame
Oui mais à Paname
Tout peut s'arranger
Quelques rayons
Du ciel d'été
L'accordéon
D'un marinier
L'espoir fleurit
Au ciel de Paris

Sous le ciel de Paris
Coule un fleuve joyeux
Hum Hum
Il endort dans la nuit
Les clochards et les gueux

Sous le ciel de Paris
Les oiseaux du Bon Dieu
Hum Hum
Viennent du monde entier
Pour bavarder entre eux

Et le ciel de Paris
A son secret pour lui
Depuis vingt siècles il est épris
De notre Ile Saint Louis

Quand elle lui sourit
Il met son habit bleu
Hum Hum
Quand il pleut sur Paris
C'est qu'il est malheureux

Quand il est trop jaloux
De ses millions d'amants
Hum Hum
Il fait gronder sur nous
Son tonnerre éclatant

Mais le ciel de Paris
N'est pas longtemps cruel
Hum Hum
Pour se faire pardonner
Il offre un arc en ciel

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Juliette Gréco

Juliette Gréco (French: [ʒyljɛt ɡʁeko]; born 7 February 1927), is a French actress and popular chanson singer. more »

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Written by: Jean Drejac, Hubert Giraud

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11 facts about this song

Song History
"Sous le Ciel de Paris" is a song initially written for the 1951 French film, "Sous le Ciel de Paris", directed by Julien Duvivier.
Artists
Yves Montand and Juliette Gréco, both iconic French singers, are among the many artists who have performed this song, each bringing their unique interpretation to it.
Composer
The song was composed by Hubert Giraud and the lyrics were written by Jean Dréjac.
Juliette Gréco's Performance
Gréco, known for her sultry voice and being one of the popular figures in the bohemian "rive gauche" culture, added a sensual and melancholic touch to the song. Her version was released in 1951.
Yves Montand's Performance
Montand was already a well-established singer when he performed this song. His version is characterized by the emotional depth he brings to the lyrics, reflecting his experience and mastery in emotive music. His recording was first released in 1954.
Influence
"Sous le Ciel de Paris" has been covered by multiple performers over the years, evidence of the song's powerful resonation and influence. It has been translated into several languages, popular amongst a global audience.
Iconic status
The song has become emblematic of the city of Paris, often associated with the romanticism, charm, and allure of the French capital.
World's Influence
The song became so popular that it transcended music. It's frequently used in other forms of media such as films and television shows to set French moods or atmospheres.
Serving Poetry
Juliette Gréco was known for her ability to turn a song into a form of poetry. In her renditions, the music was often subdued, using pauses and rhythm to give weight to the lyrics - a technique very much present in her performance of "Sous le Ciel de Paris."
Musicals
The song has been a prominent feature in famous musicals depicting French culture, contributing to the song's timeless popularity.
Tribute
In 2020, a number of French artists banded together to perform a rendition of "Sous le Ciel de Paris" as a tribute to the city's resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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