Je Voulais Te Dire Que Je T'Attends

Michel Jonasz

About Je Voulais Te Dire Que Je T'Attends

"Je voulais te dire que je t'attends" is a ballad song originally recorded in 1976 by the French singer Michel Jonasz. It was covered by The Manhattan Transfer in 1978 on the album Pastiche (fourth track), and released as a double A-sided single with a cover of Where Did Our Love Go reaching No 40 in the UK singles chart. Also by Isabelle Boulay, Maurane and Patrick Bruel in 2001 for Les Enfoirés' album L'Odysée des Enfoirés, and by Hoda, Lucie and Sofiane, three contestants of the French version of Star Academy 4 whose cover is available on the 2004 album Les Meilleurs Moments. The most famous cover version was that of Belgian singer Jonatan Cerrada in 2003, the only one that was released as a single, which achieved a great success in Belgium (Wallonia), France and Switzerland. The song was the debut single for the singer from his album Siempre 23, on which it features as fourth track. 


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1998
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Je mettrai mon cœur dans du papier d'argent
Mon numéro d'appel aux abonnés absents.
Mes chansons d'amour resteront là dans mon piano
J'aurai jeté la clé du piano dans l'eau
J'irai voir les rois de la brocante
"Vendez mon cœur trois francs cinquante"
Tu savais si bien l'écouter
Que ma vie s'est arrêtée
Quand tu m'as quitté

Je voulais te dire que je t'attends
Et tant pis si je perds mon temps.
Je t'attends, je t'attends tout le temps
Sans me décourager pourtant
Comme quelqu'un qui n'a plus personne
S'endort près de son téléphone
Et sourit quand on le réveille
Mais ce n'était que le soleil

L'autre jour, j'ai vu quelqu'un qui te ressemble
Et la rue était comme une photo qui tremble.
Si c'est toi qui passe le jour où je me promène
Si c'est vraiment toi, je vois déjà la scène
Moi je te regarde
Et tu me regardes.

Je voulais te dire que je t'attends
Et tant pis si je perds mon temps.
Je t'attends, je t'attends tout le temps
Ce soir, demain, n'importe quand
Comme quelqu'un qui n'a plus personne
S'endort près de son téléphone
Et qui te cherche à son réveil
Tout seul au soleil, j'attends
Je voulais te dire que je t'attends
Si tu savais comme je t'attends !
Je t'attends, je t'attends tout l'temps
Quand seras-tu là ? Je t'attends
Si tu savais comme je t'attends !
Je t'attends, je t'attends tout l'temps
Je voulais te dire que je t'attends

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Michel Jonasz

Michel Jonasz (born 21 January 1947 in Drancy, France) is a French composer-songwriter, singer and actor. His compositions include: La boîte de jazz, Joueurs de blues and Les vacances au bord de la mer. Born of Hungarian immigrant parents, Michel Jonasz left school at the age of 15 to find his way in the arts. Painting, theatre and music interested him, but he began his artistic career as a pianist. After working with both Vigon and The Lemons, in 1966 he created the band King Set with his friend, the guitarist Alain Goldstein. Two radio successes made his voice and his talent for rhythm known: an original composition, Apesanteur (Weightlessness), in 1967, and Jezebel in 1968. His solo career began slowly with a single ("45t") at the end of 1968 under the nam… more »

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Written by: Pierre Grosz, Michel Jonasz

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22 facts about this song

Song Origin
"Je Voulais Te Dire Que Je T'Attends" is a popular French song that was originally performed by Michel Jonasz in 1974.
Cover Versions
Jonatan Cerrada performed a cover version of the song on the French TV show "Nouvelle Star," which catapulted him to fame.
Tribute Performance
Belgian singer Maurane also covered "Je Voulais Te Dire Que Je T'Attends" in tribute to Michel Jonasz.
Song Theme
The song carries a deep emotional message of longing and waiting for a beloved who seems to have moved on.
Cerrada's Performance
Jonatan Cerrada's performance of the song was one of the highlights of the "Nouvelle Star" season in 2003; his cover was particularly praised for his emotional intensity.
Song Recognition
"Je Voulais Te Dire Que Je T'Attends" has become one of Michel Jonasz's signature songs, remaining popular and frequently covered even after several decades since its original release.
Lyrics Author
The lyrics of "Je Voulais Te Dire Que Je T'Attends" has been penned by Michel Jonasz himself, ensuring a raw and personal touch to the emotion the song portrays.
Album Inclusion
The song is included in several albums of Michel Jonasz, including the 2000 compilation album called "Les plus belles chansons" ("The Most Beautiful Songs").
Musical Style
The song has a melancholic melody that complements its deeply emotional lyrics. It showcases the distinct French chanson and pop style.
Impact on Maurane's Career
Maurane's cover of the song reinforced her status as a respected and talented singer in the francophone music world.
Impact on Cerrada's Career
For Jonatan Cerrada, covering "Je Voulais Te Dire Que Je T’Attends" was a career-defining moment. His emotional performance helped him to win the "Nouvelle Star" competition and launch his professional singing career.
Legacy
Both Cerrada's and Maurane's covers stand as testaments to the enduring appeal and emotional depth of "Je Voulais Te Dire Que Je T'Attends", and its significant place in French pop culture.
Original Composer
"Je Voulais Te Dire Que Je T'Attends" was originally sung by Michel Jonasz. Considered a classic in French pop music, Jonasz released the song in 1974.
Song Writer
Apart from singing, Michel Jonasz also wrote the lyrics for "Je Voulais Te Dire Que Je T'Attends". This multi-talented artist's creativity is clearly visible in the powerful narrative of the song.
Cover Version
Jonatan Cerrada, the winner of the first season of the French Idol series "Nouvelle Star", recorded a cover version of "Je Voulais Te Dire Que Je T'Attends" in 2003.
Album Inclusion
Cerrada's cover of the song was included in his debut album, "Siempre 23." The album was released by Sony BMG Entertainment in September 2003.
Collaborations
Belgian singer Maurane covered the song as a duet with Jonasz himself for her album "Nougaro", a tribute to Claude Nougaro, which was released in 2009. The song became one of the highlights of the record.
Media Appearances
Apart from being a hit on radio stations, the song also made its way to television as it was featured in the popular French series "Star Academy" during its third season.
Popularity
Thanks to its heartfelt lyrics and timeless melody, "Je Voulais Te Dire Que Je T'Attends" has been covered by several popular artists and continues to be a staple in French pop music to this day.
Musical Style
Jonasz's version of the song is an excellent example of chanson, a lyrical style of music often linked to French culture.
Concert Performances
Maurane had performed the song at various concerts and charity events, often praising Jonasz for his writing and original performance.
Relevance Over Years
Despite being more than four decades old, the song still resonates with its listeners, showcasing the timeless appeal of its story and melody.

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