Rendez-vous
Bertrand Betsch Lyrics

The lyrics to Bertrand Betsch's song "Rendez-vous" depict various meeting points where two people come together. The first verse sets the scene at a river, where they meet under the clear flowing water. The second verse takes place at midnight, with the moon shining down on them. Each person has their own partner, symbolized by the phrase "À chacun sa chacune" (To each their own). They meet at the top of a dune, implying a sense of isolation and intimacy.

Moving on, the lyrics shift to a rendezvous in the sky, specifically in the vivid silver sky. The reference to "cheveux troublants" (troubling hair) and "corps transparents" (transparent bodies) suggests a deep connection and vulnerability between the two individuals. The rain comes into play in the next verse, representing a moment of respite from life's difficulties as they extinguish the "incendie" (fire) of their tragi-comedies.

The fourth verse moves to the streets, specifically "rue des Marais" (Marsh Street), and the steps of the palaces. The secrecy and silence of their rendezvous adds a sense of intrigue and mystery. They then find themselves in a cinema, where anonymity reigns supreme. It's as if they escape reality and immerse themselves in the coma of the grand slideshow (diaporama).

The chorus brings a repetitive pattern of "Rendez-vous" followed by the days of the week. No matter the weather or the struggles they face, they will love each other just the same. The final line, "Rendez-vous, rendez-moi, où êtes-vous Bella donna?" (Rendezvous, rendezvous with me, where are you, beautiful woman?), expresses a longing and desire for the other person, perhaps hinting at the importance of these rendezvous in their lives.

Overall, the lyrics paint a picture of intimate meetings between two individuals, emphasizing the secrecy, vulnerability, and escape from reality that these rendezvous provide them.