Carla Bruni-Sarkozy (born Carla Gilberta Bruni Tedeschi, December 23, 1967 … Read Full Bio ↴Carla Bruni-Sarkozy (born Carla Gilberta Bruni Tedeschi, December 23, 1967 in Turin, Italy) is an Italian-born, naturalized French songwriter, singer, former model and the spouse of the former president of France, Nicolas Sarkozy.

At the age of 5, her family left for Paris. When she was 19, she decided to stop studying art and architecture, to become a full-time model.

She was a very successful fashion model until 1998. Since then she has devoted herself to chanson. Her debut album, Quelqu'un m'a dit, on which she sings in French (despite her Italian origin), was released in 2002. To date it has sold over a million copies across Europe. Her second album, No Promises (this time in English, with songs inspired by famous English-language poets), was released in January 2007.

She married then French president, Nicolas Sarkozy, in the beginning of 2008.

Her music career still did not cease after becoming the First Lady. She released her third album Comme si de rien n'était ("As If Nothing Happened") on 11 July 2008. The songs are self-penned except for one rendition of You Belong to Me and another song featuring a poem by Michel Houellebecq set to music. Royalties from the album will be donated to unidentified charitable and humanitarian cause.

Stand By Your Man
Carla Bruni Lyrics

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Sometimes it's hard to be a woman
Giving all your love to just one man
You'll have bad times
And he'll have good times
Doin' things that you don't understand
But if you love him you'll forgive him
Even though he's hard to understand
And if you love him oh be proud of him

'Cause after all he's just a man
Stand by your man
Give him two arms to cling to
And something warm to come to
When nights are cold and lonely
Stand by your man,
And show the world you love him
Keep giving all the love you can
Stand by your man
Stand by your man
And show the world you love him

Keep giving all the love you can
Stand by your man

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Carla Bruni's song "Stand By Your Man" convey the struggles and sacrifices that come with being in a committed relationship. The song addresses the challenges faced by women who give their unconditional love to their partners, despite the ups and downs they may experience. The singer acknowledges that there will be difficult times and moments when her partner's actions might confuse her. However, despite these difficulties, she declares that if she truly loves him, she will forgive him and be proud of him because, ultimately, he is just a man.

The song encourages women to stand by their partners, providing them with the support and warmth they need during tough times. It holds the belief that love can endure even in the face of adversity and that showing unconditional love to your partner is a way of expressing your devotion to them. The lyrics emphasize the importance of publicly showing your love for your significant other while continuing to give them all the love and support you are capable of.

Line by Line Meaning

Sometimes it's hard to be a woman
Occasionally, being a woman can be difficult

Giving all your love to just one man
Devoting all your love to a single man

You'll have bad times
There will be moments of adversity

And he'll have good times
And he will experience moments of happiness

Doin' things that you don't understand
Engaging in actions that you find perplexing

But if you love him you'll forgive him
However, if you truly love him, you will pardon his actions

Even though he's hard to understand
Despite the challenges in comprehending him

And if you love him oh be proud of him
Furthermore, if you love him, take pride in him

'Cause after all he's just a man
Because ultimately, he is only a human being

Stand by your man
Support and remain loyal to your partner

Give him two arms to cling to
Provide him with comfort and support