Libertine

Slim Pezin, Estella Samantha Radjin, Anne Marie, Mylène Farmer, Constant Yvonne-James, Carole Rederieka, Gilles Chonard, Alain Hatot

About Libertine

"Libertine" (French pronunciation: ​[libɛʁtin]) is a 1986 song recorded by French artist Mylène Farmer. It was the third single from her first studio album Cendres de lune and was released on 1 April 1986. It was particularly known for its huge music video, produced as a film and which contains explicit sexual and violent scenes. It met success on the French chart, becoming thus Farmer's first big hit. In 2002, the song was successfully covered by Kate Ryan, who reached the top 20 in several European countries.  


Year:
1986
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Cendre de lune, petite bulle d'écume,
Poussée par le vent, je brûle et je m'enfume.
Entre mes dunes reposent mes infortunes.
C'est nue que j'apprends la vertu.

Je, je, suis libertine.
Je suis une catin.
Je, je, suis si fragile.
Qu'on me tienne la main.

Fendre la lune, baisers d'épine et de plume,
Bercée par un petit vent, je déambule.
La vie est triste comme un verre de grenadine.
Aimer, c'est pleurer quand on s'incline

Je, je, suis libertine.
Je suis une catin.
Je, je, suis si fragile.
Qu'on me tienne la main.

Quand sur ton corps, je m'endors,
Je m'évapore, bébé tu dors et moi j'attends l'aurore.
Quand, de mes lèves, tu t'enlèves, un goût amer
Me rappelle que je suis au ciel.

Cendre de lune, petite bulle d'écume,
Perdue dans le vent, je brûle et je m'enrhume.
Mon corps a peur, la peau mouillée j'ai plus d'âme.
Papa, ils ont violé mon cœur.

Je, je, suis libertine.
Je suis une catin.
Je, je, suis si fragile.
Qu'on me tienne la main.

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Mylène Farmer

Mylène Farmer (pronounced: [milɛn faʁmœʁ]), born Mylène Jeanne Gautier[milɛn ɡotje]; born 12 September 1961), is a French singer, songwriter, occasional actress and author. more »

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Written by: Laurent Pierre Marie Boutonnat, Jean-Claude Dequeant

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13 facts about this song

Artist Background
"Mylène Farmer" a French singer-song writer and actress, was the original artist who released the song "Libertine" in 1986.
Song Overview
After almost two decades later, "Kate Ryan", a Belgian singer, released a cover of "Libertine" in 2002.
Chart Ranking - Mylène Farmer
Farmer’s original version of "Libertine" was a major hit in France, reaching number 10 on the charts.
Chart Ranking - Kate Ryan
Ryan’s version of "Libertine" also reached number 10 in Belgium, where she is from, and climbed to number 26 in France.
Music Video - Mylène Farmer
The music video for Farmer's original "Libertine" is known for being very explicit. It was one of the first music videos to include fully nude images.
Music Style
Awash with synth-pop style music, "Libertine" helped promote the genre in the Euro-pop scene.
Album Success
"Libertine" was included in Farmer's debut album “Cendres de lune” which turned out to be a commercial success.
Accolades
Mylène Farmer’s original version of "Libertine" earned her a nomination for Best Music Video at the 1987 Victoires de la Musique awards, one of the highest honors in French music.
Lyrics
The lyrics of "Libertine" deal with themes of jealousy and lust, adding to the risqué nature of both the song and music video.
Impact Redefinition
The success of "Libertine" in both versions, helped redefine the standard of what was deemed acceptable in popular music in their own time.
Significance for Kate Ryan
Ryan’s cover of "Libertine" was part of her debut album “Different”, and it significantly contributed to her early success.
Noteworthy
Ryan’s version gave the original song a modern twist while still keeping the essence of Farmer’s original hit.
Controversy
The shocking nature of the music video of "Libertine" led to some controversy, however, this controversy is credited for increased public interest and popularity.

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