La vie par procuration

Jean-Jacques Goldman

About La vie par procuration

"La vie par procuration" is a song by Jean-Jacques Goldman which became a hit single in 1986. It was recorded originally for the album Non homologué that was released in 1985. However it was a live version of the recording during a concert and made available through the live Jean-Jacques Goldman album En public that became a commercial hit, staying 21 weeks in the French Singles Chart making it to number 2 in December 1986. It was certified gold in 1987 with reported 500,000 copies sold.  


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Elle met du vieux pain sur son balcon
Pour attirer les moineaux, les pigeons
Elle vit sa vie par procuration
Devant son poste de télévision

Levée sans réveil
Avec le soleil
Sans bruit, sans angoisse
La journée se passe
Repasser, poussière
Y a toujours à faire
Repas solitaires
En points de repère
La maison si nette
Qu'elle en est suspecte
Comme tous ces endroits
Où l'on ne vit pas
Les êtres ont cédé
Perdu la bagarre
Les choses ont gagné
C'est leur territoire
Le temps qui nous casse
Ne la change pas
Les vivants se fanent
Mais les ombres, pas
Tout va, tout fonctionne
Sans but, sans pourquoi
D'hiver en automne
Ni fièvre, ni froid

Elle met du vieux pain sur son balcon
Pour attirer les moineaux, les pigeons
Elle vit sa vie par procuration
Devant son poste de télévision
Elle apprend dans la presse à scandale
La vie des autres qui s'étale
Mais finalement, de moins pire en banal
Elle finira par trouver ça normal
Elle met du vieux pain sur son balcon
Pour attirer les moineaux, les pigeons

Des crèmes et des bains
Qui font la peau douce
Mais ça fait bien loin
Que personne ne la touche
Des mois, des années
Sans personne à aimer
Et jour après jour
L'oubli de l'amour
Ses rêves et désirs
Si sages et possibles
Sans cri, sans délire
Sans inadmissible
Sur dix ou vingt pages
De photos banales
Bilan sans mystère
D'années sans lumière

Elle met du vieux pain sur son balcon
Pour attirer les moineaux, les pigeons
Elle vit sa vie par procuration
Devant son poste de télévision
Elle apprend dans la presse à scandale
La vie des autres qui s'étale
Mais finalement, de moins pire en banal
Elle finira par trouver ça normal
Elle met du vieux pain sur son balcon
Pour attirer les moineaux, les pigeons
La vie des autres qui s'étale
Mais finalement, de moins pire en banal
Elle finira par trouver ça normal
Elle met du vieux pain sur son balcon
Pour attirer les moineaux, les pigeons

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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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Written by: Jean-Jacques Goldman

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Songwriter and Performer
"La Vie Par Procuration" is a song by French singer-songwriter Jean-Jacques Goldman. Known for his evocative lyrics and versatile musical style, Goldman is one of the most successful artists in the French-speaking world.
Album Presence
The song is from Goldman's third studio album 'Non homologué', which was released in 1985.
Popularity
"La Vie Par Procuration" is one of Goldman's most popular songs. Despite not being released as a single, the song has become a staple of French radio and has been frequently covered by other artists.
Song Theme
The title of the song can be translated to English as "Life by Proxy." It describes the life and dreams of a housewife that watches other people live their lives, while she stays at home. The lyrics can be interpreted as a subtle critique of gender roles and social pressure.
Live Performance
Goldman usually performs the song live on piano only, enhancing the sentiment of melancholy and evocation present in the lyrics.
Covers
Numerous French artists, including Les Enfoirés, a group composed of various famous French and international artists dedicated to charity, have covered "La Vie Par Procuration."
Lyrics Contribution
The lyrics of "La Vie Par Procuration" were written solely by Jean-Jacques Goldman, who is known for both his songwriting skills and for the emotional depth of his lyrics.
Music Genre
The track falls into the genre of French pop music, more specifically Chanson, which is the French word for "song" and refers to a tradition of lyric-driven French music.
Song Duration
The duration of the studio version of "La Vie Par Procuration" is 4 minutes and 48 seconds.
Critique
Goldman's "La Vie Par Procuration" is often praised for its subtle social commentary combined with beautiful melody and Goldman's touching vocal performance.
Fan Perspective
The song is much loved by Goldman's fans due to its insightful lyrics. Despite its generally sad tone, the song reportedly resonates with many listeners because of its underlying hopeful message.

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