Une Belle Histoire

Michel Fugain

About Une Belle Histoire

"Une belle histoire" is a French song written by Michel Fugain (music) and Pierre Delanoë (lyrics). Featured on the 1972 album Fugain et le Big Bazar, it was released as a single that same year, selling over 800,000 copies and topping the charts in France. The lyrics, telling of a brief encounter between two young strangers ("they hid in a large wheat field and let the currents carry them away"), were considered risqué at the time. Fugain initially imagined the action to take place along U. S. Route 66, but Delanoë relocated the story in France."Une belle histoire" has been covered in a variety of languages. In 1972, Franco Califano wrote an Italian version of the song named "Un'estate fa", which was first released as a single by the band Homo Sapiens. In 1973, it was recorded in Dutch as "Zoals Een Mooi Verhaal" by Ann Christy and in Turkish as "Kim ayırdı sevenleri" by Tanju Okan, Nilüfer and the Modern Folk Üçlüsü. 


Year:
2006
3:16
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C'est un beau roman, c'est une belle histoire
C'est une romance d'aujourd'hui
Il rentrait chez lui, là-haut vers le brouillard
Elle descendait dans le midi, le midi
Ils se sont trouvés au bord du chemin
Sur l'autoroute des vacances
C'était sans doute un jour de chance
Ils avaient le ciel à portée de main
Un cadeau de la providence
Alors pourquoi penser au lendemain

Ils se sont cachés dans un grand champ de blé
Se laissant porter par les courants
Se sont racontés leurs vies qui commençaient
Ils n'étaient encore que des enfants, des enfants
Qui s'étaient trouvés au bord du chemin
Sur l'autoroute des vacances
C'était sans doute un jour de chance
Qui cueillirent le ciel au creux de leurs mains
Comme on cueille la providence
Refusant de penser au lendemain

C'est un beau roman, c'est une belle histoire
C'est une romance d'aujourd'hui
Il rentrait chez lui, là-haut vers le brouillard
Elle descendait dans le midi, le midi
Ils se sont quittés au bord du matin
Sur l'autoroute des vacances
C'était fini le jour de chance
Ils reprirent alors chacun leur chemin
Saluèrent la providence en se faisant un signe de la main

Il rentra chez lui, là-haut vers le brouillard
Elle est descendue là-bas dans le midi
C'est un beau roman, c'est une belle histoire
C'est une romance d'aujourd'hui

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Michel Fugain

Michel Fugain (born May 12, 1942 in Grenoble, Isère) is a French singer and composer. Originally he released music along with his singers and dancers entitled "Le Big Bazar" but went for a more solo approach 1977. In 1969 he published his first album: Je n'aurai pas le temps (French: "I won't have time"). The song was later covered in English by John Rowles and was entitled "If I only had time". more »

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Written by: Michel Fugain, Pierre Delanoe

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21 facts about this song

Song Classification
"Une Belle Histoire" is classified under the pop music genre and is known for its easy-listening style that contains elements of folk music.
Origin
The song was written and performed by the French singer-songwriter Michel Fugain. Fugain is known for his pop hits during the 1970s.
Composition
"Une Belle Histoire" was co-written by Michel Fugain and Pierre Delanoë, one of the most prolific songwriters in France.
Album Details
The song was released in the 1972 album "Michel Fugain et Le Big Bazar".
Thematic Content
"Une Belle Histoire" tells the story of a young couple hitchhiking throughout the summer and sharing an ephemeral, beautiful love story.
Popularity
Both the song and its album gained immense popularity in several European countries, including France, Belgium, and the Netherlands.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by various artists over the years, including the Dutch band Alderliefste who translated the lyrics to Dutch in their cover.
Legacy
Today "Une Belle Histoire" is considered a classic in French pop music and is often played on radio stations in France and other francophone countries.
Theme Usage
The optimistic and jovial theme of "Une Belle Histoire" has also been used in several commercials and films, further cementing its classic status.
Musical Style
The musical arrangement of "Une Belle Histoire" is noted for its use of powerful brass instruments, echoing backing vocals, and a buoyant rhythm, providing the song with its unmistakable joyful air.
Live Performances
Despite its age, "Une Belle Histoire" remains a staple of Michel Fugain's live performances and is often sung as a crowd-pleaser at concerts and French music festivals.
Genre Classification
"Une Belle Histoire" by Michel Fugain is part of the French pop music genre. This genre incorporates a mixture of pop melodic structures and French lyrical content.
Album Detail
The song "Une Belle Histoire" was released in 1972 on the album "Le Big Bazar".
Band Chemistry
Michel Fugain originally performed "Une Belle Histoire" with a group called Le Big Bazar. The group was known for their joyous, upbeat songs & their performances were often theatrical & filled with positive energy.
Song Popularity
"Une Belle Histoire" is one of Michel Fugain's most popular songs. It's well-loved for its catchy tune and optimistic message about love and life.
Translation
In English, "Une Belle Histoire" translates to "A Beautiful Story".
Song Theme
The lyrics of "Une Belle Histoire" tell a story of a transient summer romance, a common theme in folk and pop songs.
Legacy
The song is often covered by other artists and remains a popular choice for covers and performances, demonstrating its enduring appeal.
Songwriter
Pierre Delanoë, one of the most prolific songwriters in France, co-wrote "Une Belle Histoire". He has written for many notable French singers such as Johnny Hallyday and France Gall.
Use in Media
The song has been used in numerous films and TV shows. This includes the popular British TV series, 'French Fields' and the Dutch movie, 'Turkish Delight'.
Cultural Impact
"Une Belle Histoire" has continued to shape French pop culture decades after its release. The phrase 'une belle histoire' is often used in French to describe something that is incredibly moving or beautiful.

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