Et si en plus y'a personne
Alain Souchon Lyrics

Abderhamane, Martin, David
The opening line mentions three names, possibly referring to individuals who are representative of different cultures.

Et si le ciel était vide
The phrase 'Et si le ciel était vide' translates to 'What if the sky was empty?' and could imply a sense of hopelessness or despair.

Tant de processions, tant de têtes inclinées
The song references the many religious processions and bowed heads, suggesting a form of ritual or tradition followed without necessarily questioning the meaning behind it.

Tant de capuchons tant de peur souhaitées
This line refers to a lot of caps or hoods worn, perhaps indicating a sense of people hiding their true identities or intentions.

Tant de démagogues de Temples de Synagogues
Here, the song points out the prevalence of political leaders and religious institutions that use their power to influence and control people for their own gain.

Tant de mains pressées, de prières empressées
This line describes the hurried nature of people's actions and prayers, perhaps reflecting a sense of urgency or anxiety.

Tant d'angélus
This phrase refers to the Catholic prayer called 'Angelus' that is traditionally recited three times a day (morning, midday, and evening) to commemorate the Annunciation.

Ding
The word 'Ding' is the sound of a bell or chime, which is traditionally rung when reciting the Angelus.

Qui résonne
This line is a continuation of the previous one, referring to the sound of the church bell.

Et si en plus
This line translates to 'And if on top of that', suggesting that the emptiness of the sky and the rushed prayers are already a cause for concern.

Y'a personne
This line translates to 'There is no one', highlighting the absence of someone to hear or respond to the prayers being made.

Il y a tant de torpeurs
This line suggests that there is a lot of sluggishness or inertia in society and people's attitudes.

De musiques antalgiques
This line refers to the use of music as a painkiller or a way to distract oneself from reality.

Tant d'anti-douleurs dans ces jolis cantiques
This line continues the theme of using prayer and song as a way to relieve pain, but also alludes to how these practices can be manipulated and used to maintain a sense of control over the masses.

Il y a tant de questions et tant de mystères
This line highlights the many unanswered questions and mysteries in life.

Tant de compassions et tant de révolvers
The line juxtaposes the concept of compassion (empathy and kindness) with the image of guns and violence, highlighting the double standards and hypocrisy in society.

Arour hachem, Inch Allah, Are Krishhna, Alléluia
These phrases are all references to various religious traditions, suggesting that the issues mentioned in the song are not unique to any one culture or belief system.

Si toutes les balles traçantes
This line refers to bullets or weapons that leave visible marks or traces, which can be seen as a metaphor for the lasting impact of violence on individuals and society as a whole.

Toutes les armes de poing
Here, the song references handguns, which are easy to carry and conceal, but can cause significant damage with just a single shot.

Toutes les femmes ignorantes
This line sheds light on the plight of uneducated women who are often marginalized and oppressed in society.

Ces enfants orphelins
The song highlights the vulnerability of children who have lost their parents, and how they can be easily manipulated or taken advantage of by those in power.

Si ces vies qui chavirent
This line refers to lives that are thrown into chaos or turmoil, possibly due to violence or other traumatic experiences.

Ces yeux mouillés
This line describes the tears and sadness that often accompany such experiences.

Ce n'était que le vieux plaisir
This line alludes to how violence and killing can sometimes be seen as sources of entertainment or pleasure for certain individuals.