Amante ma jolie
Allain Leprest Lyrics

The lyrics of Allain Leprest's song, "Amante ma jolie," describe a rebellious love that dreams of a different life. The opening lines, "Amante ma jolie, Au coin de l'escalier, Qui rêve d'être un lit, Je rêve d'oreiller" paint a picture of two lovers who are confined to a small, cramped space. The singer, who sings the song, is dreaming of a pillow while his lover dreams of a bed. This mismatched yet symbiotic relationship sets the tone for this unconventional love story.

The song's lyrics continue to paint a picture of a life of rebellion and simple pleasures. The line "Un bon coup de peinture, Sur le trottoir sali" describes the lovers' desire to beautify the world around them, even if it means painting the sidewalk. They rebel against the norms of society, as the line "Rebelle au bois dormant" suggests, and long for a commune where they can live freely. The song paints a picture of a life of rebellion and simple pleasures, achieved by breaking down the walls of what is considered conventionally acceptable.

The chorus of the song is an ode to the titular character, "Amante ma jolie." The singer describes how they want to "Mettre l'été en quatre, Semer des grains de folie, Dans le labour des squats, Amante ma jolie." This line speaks to their desire to spread joy and cultivate love in unconventional spaces, like squats, the makeshift homes of those living on the margins of society. The final line, "Et sur nos boîtes à naître, 'Locataire de l'oubli'," speaks to their acceptance of their place in society as "tenants of oblivion," but the song's message is one of hope for a better world.