Daho is best known in Britain for his appearence on the number 11 Saint Etienne hit single "He's On The Phone", which is an English-language adaptation of his 1984 French-language hit "Weekend à Rome". He also collaborated with Saint Etienne on the Resurrection EP, his album Eden, and his single "Le Premier Jour", itself based on the track "Ready or Not" from Sarah Cracknell's 1997 solo album "Lipslide".
He has worked with many other artists, such as Chris Isaak, Marianne Faithfull, Elli Medeiros, Astrud Gilberto, Vanessa Daou, the Swingle Singers, and more. His duet with Charlotte Gainsbourg, titled "If", was released in 2004.
His 1996 album Eden featured a mix of electronic-oriented songs, ranging from downtempo ballads to drum 'n' bass-influenced tracks, and HiNRG dance. Corps & armes (2000) saw Daho return to a more orchestral sound fuelled by traditional instruments, such as piano, acoustic guitar, and horns. In 2004, he released Réévolution, which featured a guitar-heavy rock sound.
In 2012, he produced and composed songs for French comedian/singer Lou Doillon for her first album Places.
Étienne Daho is one of the most influential French pop singers of the last four decades. His extensive work has seen him collaborate with many artists, and explore a wide range of musical styles.
Paris Le Flore
Étienne Daho Lyrics
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Regards lourds de sens et connivence pour qui cherche une main
Je n'attends vraiment rien, je viens pour y lire des bouquins
Artaud, Miller puis faut que j'aille
Trainer sans raison
De pleurs en frimes, Paris déprime, Saint-Germain s'illumine
Se fondre à la foule, dans la ville aux rencontres faciles
Je n'fais guère attention, les dessins que j'ai dans ces cartons
L'art est ma raison
Chorus
Si jamais d'aventure, je recherche l'aventure
Café Paris, Le Flore, où tu me dis je t'adore
Après minuit, Paris c'est fun, attablé, détaché
Regards lourds de sens et connivence pour qui cherche une main
Je n'attends vraiment rien, je viens pour y lire des bouquins
Artaud, Miller puis faut que j'aille
Trainer sans raison.
The lyrics of Étienne Daho's Paris Le Flore depict the atmosphere of Paris in the afternoon, where the singer is lounging and people-watching on a terrace. There is an air of expectation, as the singer notices meaningful and knowing glances between those searching for companionship. The singer is not there with a particular goal in mind, but to simply read books and enjoy the ambiance. The mention of Artaud and Miller shows the singer's appreciation for art and literature, which is a theme that runs throughout the song. Later on, the setting changes to after midnight, but the atmosphere remains much the same, with a continued focus on reading, people-watching, and the art that inspires the singer.
Overall, the song conveys a sense of detachment and loneliness, even in the midst of a bustling city. There is a longing for connection, whether it be through the shared experience of culture or through romantic love. The singer moves through the city aimlessly, seeking inspiration and meaning through art, but ultimately remains isolated.
Line by Line Meaning
Après-midi, Paris c'est fun, en terrasse, attablé
Paris in the afternoon is enjoyable, sitting at a terrace table
Regards lourds de sens et connivence pour qui cherche une main
Meaningful and knowing glances for those seeking a companion
Je n'attends vraiment rien, je viens pour y lire des bouquins
I don't expect anything, I come to read books
Artaud, Miller puis faut que j'aille
Artaud, Miller, then I must leave
Trainer sans raison
Wandering aimlessly
De pleurs en frimes, Paris déprime, Saint-Germain s'illumine
From tears to disguises, Paris is depressing, but Saint-Germain shines
Se fondre à la foule, dans la ville aux rencontres faciles
Merging into the crowd, in the city of easy encounters
Je n'fais guère attention, les dessins que j'ai dans ces cartons
I don't pay much attention, the drawings I have in these boxes
Sont mon unique passion
Are my sole passion
L'art est ma raison
Art is my reason
Chorus
Repeated Verse
Si jamais d'aventure, je recherche l'aventure
If I ever search for adventure
Café Paris, Le Flore, où tu me dis je t'adore
Café Paris, Le Flore, where you tell me you adore me
Après minuit, Paris c'est fun, attablé, détaché
After midnight, Paris is fun, seated, detached
Regards lourds de sens et connivence pour qui cherche une main
Meaningful and knowing glances for those seeking a companion
Je n'attends vraiment rien, je viens pour y lire des bouquins
I don't expect anything, I come to read books
Artaud, Miller puis faut que j'aille
Artaud, Miller, then I must leave
Trainer sans raison
Wandering aimlessly
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Moxham Stuart
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Claudie Colonna
Etienne Daho est l'un de nos plus grands chanteurs. Des années 80 à aujourd'hui, toujours solaire et prolifique : des albums inoubliables. Je suis et resterai une fan inconditionnelle. Et paris, Le Flore restera à jamais ma chanson préférée
Helene French
C'est ma chanson preferee de Daho Claudie. Peu la connaisse :(
Olivier Devini
que des souvenirs fabuleux cette époque merci Étienne pour tout !!
phil méduzor
des nuits blanches à ecouter cet album en particulier cette chanson : un chef d'oeuvre
jean-marie Jm
tres vrai !
Helene French
:) Phil
laurent celton
J'adore cette chanson ! Du flore décrite par Etienne Daho ! Que de bons souvenirs.
Michel Bouvy
Souvenirs époque où tout semblait possible
Valérie Lorant
Ma chanson préférée de vous et ma chanson préférée de toutes pour ce qu'elle représente pour moi! Souvenirs de Rennes!
jean-marie Jm
tres belle chanson