L'heure d'Hiver
Ben Ricour Lyrics

The lyrics of "L'heure d'Hiver" by Ben Ricour convey the emotions and thoughts of the singer as they try to move on from a past relationship. The song reflects on the difficulty of forgetting someone, especially during the winter season when memories of that person come flooding back. The singer acknowledges that this time of year marks their return into their life, occupying their mind and body once again. The repetition of "Je te cherche par ici, Je nous revois par là" (I'm looking for you here, I see us there) emphasizes the recurring nature of the relationship and the singer's inability to let go.

The chorus serves as a plea for the person to leave the singer's life and allow them to move on. The lines "Eh Oh, sors de moi, laisse moi vivre, rentre chez toi et restons en là" (Hey Oh, get out of me, let me live, go home and let's leave it there) express the need for closure and a desire for the person to stay away. However, there's a contradictory desire for their return, symbolized by the line "Eh Oh, reviens vite, chatouiller le ciel gris et mes sombres pensées" (Hey Oh, come back quickly, tickle the gray sky and my dark thoughts). It showcases the complex nature of emotions and the difficulty of fully letting go.

The singer also highlights the effect that moving into the winter season has on their character. They feel the change in their temperament and the presence of the wind, which symbolizes the presence of the person in their life. The line "Je sens le vent derrière, je la sens dans l'air" (I feel the wind behind, I feel it in the air) suggests that even though they try to disconnect from the person, their influence can still be felt deeply.

The repetition of the phrase "Du swing dans mes tympans" (Swing in my eardrums) suggests that the memories of the person bring joy and excitement, as if the swing music they once shared still resonates within the singer. This swing music represents the positive moments and happiness the person brought into their life.

In the latter part of the song, the singer asks the listeners if they are ready for the winter season. This question serves as a metaphor asking if they are prepared to face the emotional challenges that come with memories and nostalgia. The final repetition of the chorus reaffirms the singer's acknowledgement of the change and the lingering presence of the person, despite their efforts to move on.