Qui de nous deux
-M- Lyrics

The lyrics of Qui de nous deux by -M- (Matthieu Chedid) are about the relationship between a musician and their instrument. The first verse describes the various tools and techniques used in playing an instrument: "Bras de bois" (wooden arms), "Des clefs aux doigts" (keys at the fingers), "Des cordes pour tendons" (strings for tendons). The second verse explores the intimate connection between musician and instrument, as well as the possible inspiration they draw from each other: "Qui de nous deux inspire l'autre?" (Who inspires the other?), "Oui je joue d'un sixième membre" (Yes, I play with a sixth limb).

The chorus repeats the question "Qui de nous deux inspire l'autre?" and adds "Qui de nous deux speed l'autre?" (Who speeds up the other?). The third verse expresses frustration and aggression towards the instrument, as it can also be a source of doubt and limitation: "Caisse parfois, pleine de doute" (Case sometimes, full of doubt), "Je te griffe, te lacère" (I scratch you, tear you). However, the chorus still acknowledges the mutual influence and dependence between musician and instrument.

The fourth verse shifts back to a more tender tone, as the instrument is personified as a "féline électrique amie" (electric feline friend). The final lines suggest a fusion between the two entities as the musician is encouraged to be "enveloppé" and "enlacé" by their instrument.

Overall, the lyrics of Qui de nous deux reflect the complex and often contradictory relationship between a musician and their instrument, encompassing both intimacy and frustration, inspiration and limitation.