Born in Paris but traveled widely as a child. With her father transferring first to Mexico and later around the world, she grew in touch with Bossa Nova and other local flavors of music.Returned to France and started Piano lessons at age 10 and Jazz school at age 12. Started her professional career in 1987 by sending a demo tape to Jazz greats Johnny Griffin and Ben Sidran, and was subsequently given an opportunity to record several songs with them.
In 1988 released her first single, "Absolument Jazz" with CBS France. Signed a contract with Sony Music Entertainment Japan in 1990, and released many singles and albums. From 2003 to 2005 switched to the Epic Records Japan label, and from 2005 to 2008 to Toshiba EMI. Returned to Sony Music Entertainment in 2008.
Stone
Clémentine Lyrics
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I'm already high, but thank you
You've been watching me
From so far away
Punch my lip and I'll grant your wish
I guess we're not done being kids
I will stare into this phone until I turn to stone
Do you feel alone
I do
Stalked from stalk to stalk from branches
Heard the words I talked behind backs
Do you wanna be
Petty just like me
I don't care but
Maybe a bad apology
Is enough to make up for what I did
You keep talking to yourself
In front of everyone else
'til they say
Are you okay
Punch my mouth and nothing comes out
What did you need
I needed help
Hate me three times more than you did
You can come get all of your shit
I will stare into this phone until I turn to stone
You are all alone
I am all alone
Do you even know
I do
I do
The lyrics of Clementine's song "Stone" depict a complex and introspective exploration of emotions and the consequences of one's actions. The song begins by acknowledging the weight of someone's thoughts and the singer's own altered state of mind. The line "I'm already high, but thank you" suggests that the singer is already in a heightened emotional state, possibly due to substance use or personal circumstances. The next line, "You've been watching me from so far away," indicates that there's someone observing the singer from a distance, perhaps someone who has had a significant impact on their life.
The theme of immaturity is introduced with the line "I guess we're not done being kids," implying that the singer and this observer haven't fully matured or resolved their issues. The following line reveals the singer's tendency to isolate themselves, spending excessive time on their phone until they become emotionally detached or "turn to stone." The repetition of the phrase "Do you feel alone, I do" emphasizes the singer's loneliness and longing for understanding.
The second verse progresses with the idea of being observed and criticized, with the singer mentioning being talked about behind their back and the suggestion that the observer wants to join them in being petty. The singer acknowledges an apology given may not be sufficient to make up for their past actions, indicating a certain level of regret. The line "You keep talking to yourself in front of everyone else 'til they say, 'Are you okay?'" implies that the singer's behavior and self-talk have become concerning to others.
The bridge of the song highlights the desire for communication and the frustration when words fail to come out, indicating a need for help that wasn't effectively expressed. The line "Hate me three times more than you did, you can come get all of your shit" suggests that the relationship between the two individuals has deteriorated, with the singer accepting the consequences of their actions and the other person's potential resentment.
Overall, "Stone" by Clementine delves into themes of loneliness, introspection, personal growth, and the complexities of human relationships. It portrays the singer's struggles with their own mind and the consequences of their actions, while also hinting at unresolved issues with another person.
Line by Line Meaning
Such a heavy mind you got there
Your mind is burdened with deep thoughts and emotions.
I'm already high, but thank you
I am already emotionally elevated, but I appreciate your concern.
You've been watching me
You have been observing my actions and behavior.
From so far away
From a considerable distance or emotional detachment.
Punch my lip and I'll grant your wish
If you physically hurt me, I might fulfill your desires.
I guess we're not done being kids
It seems we still have some immaturity left in us.
I will stare into this phone until I turn to stone
I will obsessively gaze at my phone until I become emotionally numb and unresponsive.
Do you feel alone
Are you experiencing feelings of isolation?
I do
Yes, I feel alone.
I do
Yes, I feel alone.
Stalked from stalk to stalk from branches
Followed and observed constantly, moving from one situation to another.
Heard the words I talked behind backs
Caught wind of the gossip and rumors I spread about others.
Do you wanna be
Do you desire to become
Petty just like me
Small-minded and vindictive, similar to my nature.
I don't care but
I claim not to care, but
Maybe a bad apology
Perhaps an insincere apology
Is enough to make up for what I did
Will suffice to compensate for my actions.
You keep talking to yourself
You continue to have internal conversations, ignoring others.
In front of everyone else
In the presence of others, unconcerned with their presence.
'til they say
Until the point where they inquire
Are you okay
Are you emotionally stable and well?
Punch my mouth and nothing comes out
Hit my mouth, and I remain silent, unable to express myself.
What did you need
What were your requirements?
I needed help
I required assistance.
Hate me three times more than you did
Dislike me with even stronger intensity than before.
You can come get all of your shit
You are welcome to retrieve all of your belongings.
I will stare into this phone until I turn to stone
I will remain fixated on my phone until I become emotionally inert and unfeeling.
You are all alone
You are solitary and without companionship.
I am all alone
I am also solitary and without companionship.
Do you even know
Are you aware
I do
Yes, I am aware.
I do
Yes, I am aware.
Lyrics © DistroKid
Written by: Joe Altamore
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carlo montez
Brutal gran canción
Wes M.
Also wanted to add.. Thanks to whomever posted on reddit.. Would probably never have found the band without. Hope I get to see a show soon.
Clementine
Thank you so much! All our tour dates are announced on our Instagram. We have a lot of tours lined up for the end of the year so be on the lookout!
Wes M.
Love this song. Straight back to the late 90s.
Linda Altamore
Great song, beautiful vocals!
Jebs P Myre
Found your channel quite a while ago through reddit. The post was about Recall I believe. I thought "man this is pretty good" and added the song to my playlist without thinking. Months later I think, "hm I wonder whats happening with this band" and find this absolute BANGER of a track. Amazing work you guys are doin here. So good that my band is wanting to do a cover of it. We hope we can play the song to fufill the creators' expectations. Thanks for the incredible music and please keep doing what you're doing!! :)
Edit: Please come to Louisiana again :)
XphileScully
Absolutely amazing, y'all!!
is that a real poncho?
This is very good
Brea Hernandez
awesome song holy crap
Emilio Contreras
🔥🔥🔥