Chanter pour ceux qui sont loin de chez eux

Michel Berger

About Chanter pour ceux qui sont loin de chez eux

"Chanter pour ceux qui sont loin de chez eux" (English: Sing for those who are far from home) is a 1985 song recorded by French singer-songwriter Michel Berger on his album Différences. It was released as a single one year later. In 1998, the song was covered by French singer Lââm and was released in September 1998 as her debut single and the lead single from her album Persévérance. The song was in fact released two years before, in 1996, but passed unnoticed at the time. Lââm promoted the song singing it live in many French TV shows. In Tapis rouge, she cried a lot after her performance. The single became a number-one hit for five weeks in Belgium (Wallonia) and peaked at #2 for ten weeks in France, being unable to dislodge the hit "Belle" by Garou, Patrick Fiori and Daniel Lavoie. However, it managed to stay on the chart (top 100) for 42 weeks, becoming to date Lââm's most successful single and the 105th best-selling singles of all time in France. Other notable cover versions include Montserrat Caballé and Johnny Hallyday in 1997 on the album Friends for Life, and Lââm accompanied by 500 Choristes in a live version in 2006 on the album 500 Choristes Vol. 2. 


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Celui-là passe toute la nuit
À regarder les étoiles
En pensant qu'au bout du monde
Y a quelqu'un qui pense à lui
Et cette petite fille qui joue
Qui ne veut plus jamais sourire
Et qui voit son père partout
Qui s'est construit un empire
Où qu'ils aillent
Ils sont tristes à la fête, où qu'ils aillent
Ils sont seuls dans leur tête

Je veux chanter pour ceux
Qui sont loin de chez eux
Et qui ont dans leurs yeux
Quelque chose qui fait mal, qui fait mal
Je veux chanter pour ceux
Qu'on oublie peu à peu
Et qui gardent au fond d'eux
Quelque chose qui fait mal, qui fait mal

Qui a volé leur histoire, qui a volé leur mémoire?
Qui a piétiné leur vie, comme on marche sur un miroir?
Celui-là voudra des bombes, celui-là comptera les jours
En alignant des bâtons comme les barreaux d'une prison
Où qu'ils aillent
Ils sont tristes à la fête, où qu'ils aillent
Ils sont seuls dans leur tête

Je veux chanter pour ceux
Qui sont loin de chez eux
Et qui ont dans leurs yeux
Quelque chose qui fait mal, qui fait mal
Je veux chanter pour ceux
Qu'on oublie peu à peu
Et qui gardent au fond d'eux

Quelque chose qui fait mal, qui fait mal
Chanter pour ceux
Qui sont loin de chez eux
Et qui ont dans leurs yeux
Quelque chose qui fait mal, qui fait mal

Quand je pense à eux
Ça fait mal, ça fait mal
Quand je pense à eux
Ça fait mal, ça fait mal

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Michel Berger

Michel Berger (28 November 1947 – 2 August 1992), born Michel Jean Hamburger, was a very successful French singer and songwriter. He was a central figure of France's pop music scene for two decades both as a singer and as a songwriter for well-known French artists like his wife France Gall, Françoise Hardy and Johnny Hallyday. more »

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10 facts about this song

Song Composition
The song "Chanter Pour Ceux Qui Sont Loin de Chez Eux" is a successful piece by French singer Lââm which was originally composed by acclaimed musician Michel Berger.
Initial Release
The original version of the song was released in the year 1975 by Michel Berger himself.
Lââm's Version
Known for her powerful and anthemic voice, Lââm covered this song in 2006. Her rendition was received with immense popularity and praise for her impactful vocal performance.
Inspiration Behind the Song
The song title in English translates to, "Sing For Those Who Are Far From Home." It's inspired by the longing and melancholic feelings of those who are away from their homes.
In the Charts
Lââm's rendition of "Chanter Pour Ceux Qui Sont Loin de Chez Eux" was a commercial success, bringing her repute in the French music industry. It reached the top 3 on the French Singles Chart.
Significance of the Song
This song holds immense significance in French popular music culture, particularly among those who have experiences of living away from their homeland.
TV Performance
Lââm performed "Chanter Pour Ceux Qui Sont Loin de Chez Eux" on various important television programs, thereby increasing the song's visibility and popularity.
Album Inclusion
Lââm's version of "Chanter Pour Ceux Qui Sont Loin de Chez Eux" is included in her album "Le Sang Chaud," released in 2006.
Music Video
The music video for the song showcases Lââm's emotional and passionate performance, connecting with the song's theme and deeply resonating with her listeners.
Continuing Popularity
Even years after its release, "Chanter Pour Ceux Qui Sont Loin de Chez Eux" continues to be a beloved song in French music, thanks to Lââm's powerful rendition. It remains a popular choice for music shows and radio stations.

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