Mieux vaut vivre pauvre
Alex Nevsky Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
D'ananas et de pommes
On se prend par les cornes
On s’envoie dans les cordes
Si le soleil sort
Mieux vaut réchauffer nos corps
Si l’abstinence est d’or
Dopés de whisky, de gin
De framboise et de lime
On se courbe l’échine
On se love, on s’imagine
Si le soleil dort
Mieux vaut réveiller nos corps
Si l’abstinence est d’or
Mieux vaut vivre pauvre
Si le soleil sort
Allons jouir dehors
Si le soleil plombe
Allons jouir à l’ombre
Si le soleil dort
Mieux vaut réveiller nos corps
Si l’abstinence est d’or
Mieux vaut vivre pauvre
The song "Mieux vaut vivre pauvre" by Alex Nevsky is a commentary on the importance of living life to the fullest and not succumbing to superficial luxuries. The lyrics depict a group of people who are drowning their sorrows in alcohol and dreams, trying to escape from reality. However, the message of the song is that it is better to live a simpler life and find joy in the present moment, rather than chasing after material wealth and temporary satisfaction.
The first verse of the song establishes the scene of the drunken revelry, with the use of imagery such as "muddled with dreams and rum" and "pineapple and apple". The phrase "taking oneself by the horns" suggests a sense of determination and bravado, but the following line "sending ourselves to the ropes" hints at the self-destructive nature of their behavior.
The chorus of the song repeats the idea that if the sun is shining, it is best to enjoy the warmth of its rays and if it is not, then it is better to wake ourselves up and seek joy. The line "if abstinence is golden, it is better to live poor" reinforces the theme of simplicity and the idea that real happiness cannot be bought.
The second verse continues with the alcohol-fueled fantasy, using words such as "doped" and "curved spine". The mention of raspberry and lime suggests a fancier, more expensive type of alcohol. However, the line "we bow our heads" implies a sense of defeat, and the phrase "we imagine ourselves" suggests a yearning for something more.
Overall, "Mieux vaut vivre pauvre" is a poignant and thought-provoking song that encourages listeners to focus on the present moment and appreciate the simple things in life.
Line by Line Meaning
Noyés de rêves et de rhum
We are drowned in dreams and rum
D'ananas et de pommes
With pineapples and apples
On se prend par les cornes
We take ourselves by the horns
On s’envoie dans les cordes
We get ourselves in trouble
Si le soleil sort
If the sun is out
Mieux vaut réchauffer nos corps
We better warm up our bodies
Si l’abstinence est d’or
If abstinence is golden
Mieux vaut vivre pauvre
It's better to live poor
Dopés de whisky, de gin
Drugged with whisky and gin
De framboise et de lime
With raspberry and lime
On se courbe l’échine
We bow our heads
On se love, on s’imagine
We snuggle, we imagine
Si le soleil dort
If the sun is asleep
Mieux vaut réveiller nos corps
We better wake up our bodies
Allons jouir dehors
Let's go enjoy outside
Si le soleil plombe
If the sun is scorching
Allons jouir à l’ombre
Let's go enjoy in the shade
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes
Written by: GRATTON GABRIEL, HOUDE MATHIEU LOUIS, PARENT ALEXANDRE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Uboa s tears
J'adore ces paroles.