Heavily influenced by American rock & roll, Mitchell (who went solo in 1963) has often recorded outside France, at first in London, but later in Memphis and Nashville, Tennessee. Guitarist Jimmy Page and drummer Bob Graham were among the British session musicians who regularly supported him in London.
Ca ne peut plus durer comme ça
Eddy Mitchell Lyrics
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Dès que tu es loin de moi
Tu dévores mes pensées
Et je traîne abandonné
Comme un chien perdu sans collier
Ça ne peut plus durer comme ça
Je ne sais pas ce qui m'arrive là
Je n'aime plus sortir la nuit
Et sans toi partout je m'ennuie
Bien souvent j'ai rêvé de te prendre
Au creux de mes bras
De te dire des mots tendres
Tout bas, tout bas, tout bas, oui mais voilà
Ça ne peut plus durer comme ça
Dès que tu es près de moi
Je n'ose plus t'approcher
De peur de t'effaroucher
Et de te perdre à tout jamais
Bien souvent j'ai rêvé de te prendre
Au creux de mes bras
De te dire des mots tendres
Tout bas, tout bas, oui mais voilà
Ça ne peut plus durer comme ça
Dès que tu es près de moi
Je n'ose plus t'approcher
De peur de t'effaroucher
Et de te perdre à tout jamais
Ça ne peut plus durer comme ça!
In "Ça ne peut plus durer comme ça," Eddy Mitchell expresses his feelings of longing and dependence on someone who is not physically present. He begins by stating that it cannot continue in this manner, highlighting how he feels consumed by thoughts of this person whenever they are apart. The imagery of a lost dog without a collar emphasizes his sense of abandonment and aimlessness when he is away from them. Mitchell is conveying the idea that his emotional well-being and sense of purpose are deeply connected to the presence of this individual.
The second paragraph delves deeper into Mitchell's internal struggle. He confesses that he doesn't understand what is happening to him, indicating a sense of confusion and vulnerability. He admits to neglecting his friends and losing interest in going out at night because he finds no joy or fulfillment without this person by his side. This emphasizes the extent to which he relies on their presence for his own happiness and enjoyment. His longing to hold and console them is revealed, indicating a strong desire for intimacy and emotional connection.
In the final two paragraphs, Mitchell repeats the refrain of not being able to continue in this manner, but this time when the person is near. He describes his hesitation to approach them, fearing that he may scare them away or lose them forever. This fear of rejection or abandonment adds a layer of complexity to his emotional state. He yearns to express his affection and tenderness towards them but is held back by his fear of the potential consequences. This demonstrates the intensity of his emotions and the internal conflict he faces when it comes to expressing his true feelings.
Overall, "Ça ne peut plus durer comme ça" depicts a deep longing and dependence on someone for emotional well-being, whether they are physically present or not. Mitchell's lyrics explore the inner turmoil of wanting to be close to someone yet fearing the potential consequences that may come with it. It conveys a sense of vulnerability, uncertainty, and a desperate desire for connection and love.
Line by Line Meaning
Ça ne peut plus durer comme ça
It cannot continue like this anymore.
Dès que tu es loin de moi
As soon as you are far from me
Tu dévores mes pensées
You consume my thoughts
Et je traîne abandonné
And I linger abandoned
Comme un chien perdu sans collier
Like a lost dog without a collar
Je ne sais pas ce qui m'arrive là
I don't know what is happening to me
Je délaisse mes amis
I neglect my friends
Je n'aime plus sortir la nuit
I no longer enjoy going out at night
Et sans toi partout je m'ennuie
And without you, I am bored everywhere
Bien souvent j'ai rêvé de te prendre
Often, I dreamt of holding you
Au creux de mes bras
In the hollow of my arms
De te dire des mots tendres
To tell you sweet words
Tout bas, tout bas, tout bas, oui mais voilà
In a whisper, yes, but there it is
Je n'ose plus t'approcher
I no longer dare to approach you
De peur de t'effaroucher
For fear of frightening you
Et de te perdre à tout jamais
And of losing you forever
Ça ne peut plus durer comme ça!
It cannot continue like this anymore!
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Written by: Georges GARVARENTZ, Nicolas PERROU
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