Jonathan
Christine and the Queen Lyrics
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Don’t be angry Jonathan
Can you lay your hand on my forehead?
Through darkest nights
Can you handle the darkest nights?
At the crack of dawn I am ashamed
Oh sister, oh
Can you forgive me?
Can you lay your hand on my forehead?
Oooh oh
Oooh oh oh oh
Can you give it, give it, give it, give it, give it?
Oooh oh
Oooh oh oh oh
Can you give it, give it, give it, give it, give it?
Seulement la nuit
Et pourquoi seulement la nuit?
Je sais que tu ne répondras pas
Seulement ici
Et pourquoi seulement ici?
Est-ce qu'ailleurs je ne t'appartiens pas?
C'est interdit
Et pourquoi est-ce interdit?
Je te croyais au-dessus des lois
Ah ha ah ha ah ha ha
Ah ah ah ha ah ha
Can you give it, give it, give it, give it, give it?
Can you give it, give it, give it, give it, give it?
Oooh oh oh oh
Oooh oh
Can you walk with me in the daylight?
Can you walk with me in the daylight?
Can you walk with me in the daylight?
Je sais que tu ne répondras pas
Daylight
Oooh oh oooh
Est-ce qu'ailleurs je ne t'appartiens pas?
Oooh oh oooh oh
Je te croyais au-dessus des lois
The lyrics to Christine and the Queen's song "Jonathan" explores the complexities and nuances of a relationship between two individuals named Jonathan and the singer, who is referred to as the singer. The singer asks Jonathan not to be angry with her and if he can comfort her by laying his hand on her forehead during "the darkest nights." Although the singer is ashamed during the "crack of dawn," she seeks forgiveness from her sister and asks her sister to "lay [her] hand on [the singer's] forehead." The phrase "lay your hand on my forehead" is typically associated with comforting or healing someone who is sick, and the singer asking for that gesture implies a deeper emotional wound that she is seeking comfort for.
The lyrics also touch upon the theme of societal pressure and taboo in the relationship between the singer and Jonathan. The lyrics mention that their interaction is only allowed "seulement la nuit," meaning only at night, and only in a specific location, "seulement ici." The singer questions why their relationship is prohibited and says she believed Jonathan was "au-dessus des lois," above the law. This could suggest that Jonathan holds a position of power or authority that makes their relationship taboo. The lyrics also hint at a power dynamic in their relationship, where the singer suggests that she belongs to Jonathan and asks if she belongs to him elsewhere.
Overall, "Jonathan" is a song that explores the complexities of relationships, emotional pain, and societal pressures. The lyrics suggest a deep emotional connection between the singer and Jonathan, but one that is fraught with societal taboos and power imbalances.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh Jonathan
Christine is addressing Jonathan with a tone of comfort and familiarity.
Don’t be angry Jonathan
Christine is acknowledging that Jonathan may be upset about something and asking him not to be angry with her.
Can you lay your hand on my forehead?
Christine is asking Jonathan for comfort and support in a physical way.
Through darkest nights
Christine is acknowledging that they may experience difficult times together.
Can you handle the darkest nights?
Christine is asking Jonathan if he is able to handle the challenges they may face.
At the crack of dawn I am ashamed
Christine is admitting that she feels regret or guilt about something she has done.
Oh sister, oh
Christine is addressing a female figure, possibly a friend or a family member, with a tone of comfort and familiarity.
Can you forgive me?
Christine is asking for forgiveness from the female figure she is addressing.
Sister old
Christine is addressing an older female figure, possibly a grandmother or an elder.
Can you lay your hand on my forehead?
Christine is asking for comfort and support in a physical way from the older female figure she is addressing.
Can you give it, give it, give it, give it, give it?
This line represents a desire for an emotional or physical connection, asking for more than what is currently being offered.
Seulement la nuit
This is French for 'only at night'.
Et pourquoi seulement la nuit?
Christine is questioning why the connection between herself and Jonathan is restricted to only nighttime.
Je sais que tu ne répondras pas
Christine knows Jonathan won't answer her question.
Seulement ici
This is French for 'only here'.
Et pourquoi seulement ici?
Christine is questioning why the connection between herself and Jonathan is restricted to only this place.
Est-ce qu'ailleurs je ne t'appartiens pas?
This is French for 'do I not belong to you elsewhere?'. Christine is asking Jonathan if there is a connection between them outside of this space and time.
C'est interdit
This is French for 'it's forbidden'.
Et pourquoi est-ce interdit?
Christine is questioning why their connection is forbidden.
Je te croyais au-dessus des lois
This is French for 'I thought you were above the laws'. Christine believed Jonathan was above societal or moral constraints, but now realizes he may not be.
Ah ha ah ha ah ha ha
This line represents a sense of confusion or disbelief.
Can you walk with me in the daylight?
Christine is asking Jonathan if he is willing to continue their connection outside of the nighttime and indoors.
Je sais que tu ne répondras pas
Christine knows Jonathan won't answer her question.
Daylight
This could represent a time of clarity or honesty, where things are revealed in a new light.
Est-ce qu'ailleurs je ne t'appartiens pas?
Christine is asking Jonathan if their connection exists in other places or times outside of their current situation.
Je te croyais au-dessus des lois
Christine is realizing that Jonathan may not be above the same constraints that govern others.
Lyrics © SONGS MUSIC PUBLISHING
Written by: Heloise Letissier
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@cmoussaoui
Ce petit bout de femme est un condensé du moment. L impression qu elle porte en elle un instantané de cette époque, a la fois triste et anxiogène mais tellement visionnaire et réaliste sur ce qui est beau mais aussi tellement laid. C est une belle chanson.
@melp.6562
Le soir, ma fille et moi écoutons cette merveilleuse chanteuse. Sa voix calme et harmonieuse nous repose, après une journée épuisante. Ses vidéos sont toujours simples, et si par hasard ma fille regarde le vidéo, je n’ai pas peur qu’elle voit des choses qui ne sont pas de son âge. J’aime beaucoup de qu’elle fait et ce depuis que j’ai écoute la chanson st-claude. J’espère qu’elle chantera encore très longtemps.
@SardonicALLY
Truly the most innovative artist that has emerged for many many years. I love her whole album Chaleur Humaine.
@lightasmr6623
Check out Kate Bush she's incredibly innovative ! Christine was inspired by her
@desertmonki1913
I love this woman. she is so authentic. In a world where there are so many drones she is doing her own thing...and doing it beautifully....with soul. May you be blessed and fly xxx
@ninicoco1459
2022. J'adore cette chanson depuis 7 ans. La fabuleuse voix de Perfume Génius se rajoute au talent de Christine and the Queens .
@mxxchii
Why is she so underrated she’s a living QUEEN 👑 ❤️
@jonathanflynnkelleher1771
My name is Jonathan. Misunderstood. Too nice. Others like me for the same reasons that others don't. Love this song so much. This band. J'amour Christine and The Queens💖💖💖
@witherton8340
I didn't know this iconic collab happened
@jeremypaillat5526
Ce morceau est tout simplement transcendant ! A la fois lunéaire et solaire, il est juste magnifique !!