Arthur H first performed in 1988 in clubs in Paris, as leader of a trio with bassist Brad Scott and drummer Paul Jothy. His first album, Arthur H (1990), combined rhythmic experimentation and bal-musette elements with a vocal style which has been compared to Tom Waits. He toured widely around this time, particularly in France and Japan, adding a fourth band member, Jon Handelsman (saxophone), and produced a second album, Bachibouzouk (1992). In early 1993, he did a six week season at the Magic Mirrors, an antique circus big top, which was later put on as a touring show and recorded on the live album En chair et en os. In 1996, he released the album Trouble Fête, following which he performed a season at the Gymnase in Paris. The live album Fête Trouble (1997) included some tracks from these shows as well as others recorded on tour in Africa. He toured the USA and Canada in 1998.
In 2000, he wrote the soundtrack for Michel Couvelard’s film, Inséparables, before touring in Asia and Canada. His next album, Pour Madame X (2000), featured the touring band of Nicolas Repac (guitar), Brad Scott (double bass) and Laurent Robin (drums). In 2001, he took part in the show "Cabaret Imprudent" with "Le Cirque Cahin-caha". The following year, he released the album Piano Solo, recorded live in a studio and mainly consisting of solo interpretations of earlier songs. This was followed by a band album, Négresse Blanche (2003), comprising tracks dedicated to the memory of famous women such as "Marilyn Kaddish" and "Bo Derek". In 2005, a planned tour of China was cancelled, and he returned to the studio to record the album Adieu Tristesse. This was the most commercially successful of his career, and included several duets, one with his father and another, "Est-ce que tu aimes?", with the musician -M- (Matthieu Chedid). He subsequently toured widely in France, Lebanon and Canada. In 2006 he published a book, "Onirique attaque", containing lyrics, reflections and photographs. He also composed the soundtrack for the film "L’homme qui rêvait d'un enfant", directed by Delphine Gleize. The soundtrack was performed by an ensemble of children from a local music school. The album "Show Time", issued late in 2006, was recorded live on tour and includes duets with Matthieu Chedid, Pauline Croze, Lhasa de Sela and Jacques Higelin. In June 2008 he released the album "L'Homme du Monde".
Discography
* 1990 : Arthur H
* 1991 : Cool Jazz (remixes)
* 1992 : Bachibouzouk
* 1993 : En chair et en os (live)
* 1996 : Trouble-Fête
* 1997 : Fête Trouble (live)
* 1999 : Inséparables (soundtrack)
* 2000 : Pour Madame X
* 2002 : Piano Solo (live)
* 2003 : Négresse Blanche
* 2005 : Adieu Tristesse
* 2006 : Show Time (live)
* 2008 : L'Homme du Monde
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La Beauté De L'Amour
Arthur H Lyrics
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Tu as trébuché, j'ai démarré, on a pris le large
Quitter les rivages, quitter les indélicatesses
L'âme légère et sans personne pour nous tenir en laisse
C'est le cœur, c'est le cœur
C'est le cœur du mystère
La beauté de l'amour
La beauté de l'amour
Oh my baby you got to see that love does not forget your light
Love is coming back in a way
In the frame, in a kiss, in the rain, in the night
In the game, love, love will shine
C'est le cœur, c'est le cœur
C'est le cœur du mystère
La beauté de l'amour
La beauté de l'amour
La beauté de l'amour
À travers les carambolages défilent tous les visages
J'ai goûté les baisers, l'amour et la vie sauvage
J'ai accéléré, dans le rétroviseur, je t'ai vu disparaître
Mais la beauté de l'amour m'a rattrapé au détour d'une caresse
La beauté de l'amour
La beauté de l'amour
La beauté de l'amour
La beauté de l'amour
The lyrics of Arthur H's song La Beauté De L'Amour describe a moment of escape and freedom. The singer and their partner have just left a villa after a storm, and as they're driving away, they leave behind all the bad things that tied them down. This moment of release and liberation is attributed to the "beauty of love" which lies at the heart of the mystery of existence. As the song progresses, the singer reflects on the diverse experience of love, from passion to heartbreak, but no matter what obstacles they may face, love always prevails.
What's striking about this song is the way in which it evokes a kind of magical atmosphere. The very first line mentions a storm, which is a classic trope of literature, symbolizing both destruction and renewal. The idea of taking off in a car and leaving everything behind is also a powerful image of flight and escape. And then there's the phrase "the heart of the mystery" which suggests that love is something ineffable and profound, something that we can't fully understand or explain.
One interesting aspect of this song is its use of language. Arthur H is a highly literate songwriter, and his lyrics are full of allusions to other artists and works of art. In this case, the line "love does not forget your light" is a reference to the poet Hafiz, who wrote "Even after all this time, the sun never says to the earth 'You owe me.'" Another interesting fact about the song is that it was produced by Renaud Letang, who has worked with the likes of Feist, Manu Chao, and Phoenix. Finally, it's worth noting that the music video for this song is a surreal and dreamlike experience, featuring a woman in a giant dress wandering through a fantastical forest.
Chords: Unfortunately, we do not have the chords to this song.
Line by Line Meaning
À la sortie de la villa, juste après l'orage
We left the villa just after the rain, and as you stumbled, I immediately started the engine, and we set sail. Leaving behind all the negativity and moving on with a free soul without any restrictions.
Quitter les rivages, quitter les indélicatesses
We left the shores, departing from all the negativity and dishonest behavior.
L'âme légère et sans personne pour nous tenir en laisse
We moved forward with a light spirit and without anyone holding us back or controlling us.
Oh my baby you got to see that love does not forget your light
My love, you need to understand that true love never forgets your true essence and uniqueness.
Love is coming back in a way
Love finds its way back to us when it is meant to be.
In the frame, in a kiss, in the rain, in the night
Love can be found in many places such as within a moment captured, a kiss shared, in the rain, or even in the darkness of the night.
In the game, love, love will shine
In the game of life, love will always shine its light.
À travers les carambolages défilent tous les visages
As we drive through the confusion and chaos, we encounter many unfamiliar faces.
J'ai goûté les baisers, l'amour et la vie sauvage
I have tasted the sweetness of love with wild abandon, enjoying every kiss and moment of intimacy.
J'ai accéléré, dans le rétroviseur, je t'ai vu disparaître
I accelerated but in the rearview mirror, I saw you disappearing into the distance.
Mais la beauté de l'amour m'a rattrapé au détour d'une caresse
Yet, the beauty of love caught up with me unexpectedly, in a mere touch or a sweet gesture.
La beauté de l'amour
The beauty of love.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Arthur Higelin
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