Christophe spent most of his life in Deuil-la-Barre (Val-d'Oise), where his parents run a driving school. As a child, he learned figure skating and to play the piano. Later he learned to sing as part of a gospel choir "Young Voices". He also was composing songs at the age of fourteen.
Before deciding to study to become an economics and management professor, he continued to practice music and in 2004 he appeared in a Richard Anconina film, Alive, where he played the role of Henri, a young man with a golden voice who is, nevertheless, not considered suitable for the lead role in a musical. Since his film career did not continue after this, he returned to university, where he studied communication while working a number of part-time jobs, such as babysitting and helping in a theater.
Pushed by his family and friends, he decided to try out for the 2006 edition of Nouvelle Star. With an initial audition performance of Strong Enough by Des'ree, he surprised the judges, who did not expect such a quality voice from an admittedly ungainly-looking man. Nicknamed "La Tortue" (The Turtle) by Nouvelle Star judge Marianne James, he proved to be a popular contestant, and on June 8th, was crowned the fourth Nouvelle Star.
He has stated that he would like to record a duet on his debut album with second-place finalist Dominique Michalon.[citation needed]
He joined artists such as Tears for Fears, Lara Fabian, and Murray Head on the Night of the Proms tour 2007.
His debut album "Inventaire" was released on April 16th, 2007, while the first single, "Elu Produit De L'annee" premiered in March. the album "Inventaire" debuted at #1 on the french charts and has already sold more than 363 000 (double platinum)
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Heartbox
Christophe Willem Lyrics
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Our love was lost and ooh
How it split me in two pieces
Never thought you'd be so cruel
So calm and so cool
Stop for a second and see
Can you see, can you see
'Cause it's me that's walking on the sunny side of the street
In the sunshine
In the sunshine
Well I guess I was wrong
When I thought I heard my heart say
That you must be the one
'Cause it's only a couple of weeks now
And it's already gone
Yes she's already gone
And now I'm moving on and on and on
Look back baby it's your heartbox missing a beat
'Cause it's me that's walking on the sunny side of the street
Look back baby it's your heartbox missing a beat
'Cause it's me that's walking on the sunny side of the street
In the sunshine
You said it was over
Over, it's over you said it was over
I'm not the one looking over my shoulder
You said it was over
Over, it's over, you said it was over
I'm not the one looking over my shoulder
Looking over your shoulder
Stop for a second and see
Look back baby it's your heartbox missing a beat
Look back baby it's your heartbox missing a beat
'Cause it's me that's walking on the sunny side of the street
Me that's walking, me that's walking on
Look back baby it's your heartbox missing a beat
'Cause it's me that's walking on the sunny side of the street
Look back baby it's your heartbox missing a beat
Oh look back baby it's your heartbox missing a beat
'Cause it's me that's walking on the sunny side of the street
Is my heartbox, is my heartbox missing a beat?
In the sunshine, in the sunshine
Feels all right
In the sunshine, in the sunshine, in the sunshine
Feels all right
In these heart-wrenching lyrics of "Heartbox" by Christophe Willem, the singer is reflecting on a past relationship that didn't work out. He remembers the exact moment when he was told that the love between him and his partner is lost, and how it left him shattered into two pieces. He is amazed at how his partner could be so calm and cool while breaking his heart.
The singer then reflects on how he was wrong when he thought that his partner was the one for him. He realizes that it has only been a couple of weeks, and now she is already gone. However, he is ready to move on and start anew. He tells his partner to stop for a second and see that he is the one walking on the sunny side of the street.
The song's lyrics reveal a man who has been hurt by someone he loved deeply. The metaphor of the "heartbox missing a beat" suggests that his partner's heart still longs for him, even though he has moved on. The song is infused with melancholy but also has an optimistic vibe suggesting that the singer is hopeful about his future.
Line by Line Meaning
I remember the moment you told me
Reflecting on the time you informed me of your decision
Our love was lost and ooh
You ended our relationship
How it split me in two pieces
It caused me immense heartbreak
Never thought you'd be so cruel
I never expected you to be so unkind
So calm and so cool
You were composed and unbothered
Stop for a second and see
Pause and observe
Can you see, can you see
Are you aware of what's happening?
Look back baby it's your heartbox missing a beat
Realize that you're the one suffering from the breakup
'Cause it's me that's walking on the sunny side of the street
I'm the one moving on and finding happiness
In the sunshine
Enjoying my life
Well I guess I was wrong
I admit to being incorrect
When I thought I heard my heart say
When I believed that you were the one for me
That you must be the one
That you were my soulmate
'Cause it's only a couple of weeks now
It's been a short time since we ended things
And it's already gone
Our love is already a thing of the past
Yes she's already gone
You've moved on to someone else
And now I'm moving on and on and on
I'm also moving on and finding happiness
You said it was over
You declared our relationship was finished
Over, it's over you said it was over
Repeatedly emphasizing that it's done
I'm not the one looking over my shoulder
I'm not dwelling on the past
Looking over your shoulder
Constantly checking if I'm still around
Look back baby it's your heartbox missing a beat
Realize that you're the one suffering from the breakup
Oh look back baby it's your heartbox missing a beat
Reiterating that you're the one struggling
Is my heartbox, is my heartbox missing a beat?
Asking yourself if you're the one who's hurting
In the sunshine, in the sunshine
Finding happiness and joy
Feels all right
Everything is okay and I'm content
In the sunshine, in the sunshine, in the sunshine
Repeatedly emphasizing that I'm happy and enjoying life
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Matthew Hales, Guy Antony Chambers
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Max Krause
Amazing voice and great song. It should be worldwide hit
MESSDFE DEIUDFE
Incrediblz i though the same
Cam's Molko
Retour par hasard aux prémices de mes années collège, j'adore 👌
La Grande Puce
Moi j'écoutais ça en primaire. J'avais l'album M6 Hits hiver 2009 ou 2010 je sais plus trop (c'est ma cousine qui me l'a donné) et y avait cette chanson. Faut dire que j'avais de bons goûts en matière de musique quand j'étais gamine ♥️🎧🎵🎶
MariNo Mylaine
Que ce soit en Français ou en Anglais, il a toujours Christophe Willem a toujours la même ferveur, il nous dessine la voie du bonheur... Je kif !
PARDI62
ce gars a plus d'un répertoire dans ses cordes, la preuve...
c'est pour cela qu il a du talent, well done christophe !
Cotton ball
This is an epic song. I love Christophe Willem <3
Mimi Ourmi
superbe ; généreux, amusant, fun, style, magique, Christophe
Theophilus Ghoststone
Another hit out of the park Willem! Love it!
Mastouril
this is too good. it deserves more views.