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
www.arthurh.net
Luna Park
Arthur H Lyrics
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Montagnes russes à gogo
Overdose de barbe à papa
Délices de pomme d'amour
En sortant du Palais des glaces
Ebloui par le soleil
Je passe devant le train fantôme
Mon dieu comme j'ai eu peur
Sans un dollar sans un regard
Au Luna Park j'ai tant aiméJe monte dans ma voiture
Et j'allume la radio
Cette musique légère
Est-elle chantée par un ange ?
Elle me donne envie de danserSur l'autoroute je suis une fusée
Qui file vers l'océan
Le ciel immense est bariolé
Mais la nuit éteint l'incendie
Tu ne dors pas
C'est comme si tu sentais mon appel
Notre amour désire une aventure
Viens me retrouver dans l'océan
Je sors du Luna Park
Sans un dollar sans un regard
Au Luna Park j'ai tant aimé
(Grazie a annouchka69 per questo testo)
The lyrics of Arthur H's song Luna Park describe a theme park experience filled with excitement and nostalgia. The singer reminisces about the various rides and treats he enjoyed at the park, from the roller coasters and cotton candy to the apple candied delights. As he exits the Palace of Mirrors, he is momentarily frightened by the ghost train. However, the excitement and fun of the day leave him feeling fulfilled as he departs from the Luna Park without a care or a dollar left in his pocket.
The second half of the song takes a surprising turn, as the singer begins to describe a sense of longing and desire for adventure. As he drives towards the ocean, he hears music that inspires him to dance and seek out new experiences. The sky is filled with vibrant colors, but as night falls, the world is cast into darkness. The singer calls out to a loved one, inviting them to join him in his journey. The Luna Park becomes a bittersweet memory of a time and a place where the singer felt truly alive.
The lyrics of Luna Park capture the wistful nostalgia and the longing for adventure that can be so deeply intertwined with memories of childhood experiences. The song's themes have resonated with many listeners, making it one of Arthur H's most beloved tracks.
Line by Line Meaning
J'ai connu et pratiqué
I have experienced and practiced
Montagnes russes à gogo
Roller coasters galore
Overdose de barbe à papa
Cotton candy overdose
Délices de pomme d'amour
Delights of candy apples
En sortant du Palais des glaces
Exiting the Palace of Mirrors
Ebloui par le soleil
Blinded by the sun
Je passe devant le train fantôme
I walk past the Ghost Train
Mon dieu comme j'ai eu peur
My god, how scared I was
Je sors du Luna Park
I exit Luna Park
Sans un dollar sans un regard
Without a dollar, without a glance
Au Luna Park j'ai tant aimé
At Luna Park I loved so much
Je monte dans ma voiture
I get into my car
Et j'allume la radio
And I turn on the radio
Cette musique légère
This light music
Est-elle chantée par un ange ?
Is it sung by an angel?
Elle me donne envie de danser
It makes me want to dance
Sur l'autoroute je suis une fusée
On the highway I'm a rocket
Qui file vers l'océan
Going towards the ocean
Le ciel immense est bariolé
The immense sky is colorful
Mais la nuit éteint l'incendie
But the night extinguishes the fire
Tu ne dors pas
You're not asleep
C'est comme si tu sentais mon appel
It's as if you feel my call
Notre amour désire une aventure
Our love desires an adventure
Viens me retrouver dans l'océan
Come find me in the ocean
Je sors du Luna Park
I exit Luna Park
Sans un dollar sans un regard
Without a dollar, without a glance
Au Luna Park j'ai tant aimé
At Luna Park I loved so much
Contributed by Andrew P. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Gautier M
Et dire que je l'ai vu samedi en concert à Terville...Grand Artiste, chapeau !
Cecilia T
Magnifique❤️
clem
Si beau!😍
kïness
Sublime
Caroline L.
Oui c'est si aérien... <3
palatinesouth
Merci.