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.
Superstition
Eddy Mitchell Lyrics
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Je me mine la vie
Je suis superstitieux
J'ai peur des gris-gris
J'ai sept ans de malheur
J'ai brisé mon miroir
Cette nuit, j'ai très peur
Mais pour conjurer tous les sorts
Je crie dans un ultime effort
Superstition, je t'aurai
Je suis superstitieux
Je crains les échelles
Je suis superstitieux
J'évite le sel
J'ai mes porte-bonheur
Une croix, un grimoire
Ils réchauffent mon cœur
Au bord du désespoir
Mais pour conjurer tous les sorts
Je crie dans un ultime effort
Superstition, je t'aurai
Je suis superstitieux
Je me mine la vie
Je suis superstitieux
J'ai peur des gris-gris
Un vendredi 13
Un trèfle à la main
Mes doigts croisés serrant
Une patte de lapin
Je viendrai défier tous tes sorts
Te combattre jusqu'à la mort
Superstition, je t'aurai
I don't want no
No superstition
I don't want no
No superstition
Tell me, what'd I say?
Tell me, what'd I say, babe?
The lyrics to Eddy Mitchell's "Superstition" tell of the dangers of believing in superstitions. The song opens with the lyrics "Very superstitious, writing on the wall" and suggests that writing on the wall can be a warning of bad things that are going to happen. The song suggests that when we believe in things that we don't understand, we can suffer. This is expressed in the lyrics "When you believe in things that you don't understand, then you suffer. Superstition ain't the way".
The song goes on to list different superstitions, such as the fear of ladders, and the idea that breaking a mirror leads to seven years of bad luck. The lyrics suggest that we should not believe in these superstitions, and instead should focus on living our lives without fear. The song ends with the lyrics "Very superstitious, nothing more to say. Very superstitious, the devil's on his way". These lyrics imply that believing in superstitions can lead to bad things happening, and that we should avoid them at all costs.
Overall, Eddy Mitchell's "Superstition" is a warning about the dangers of believing in superstitions. The song suggests that when we believe in things that we don't understand, we can suffer. The lyrics encourage listeners to live their lives without fear and to avoid superstitions altogether.
Line by Line Meaning
Very superstitious, writing on the wall
People who believe in superstitions are paranoid about all kinds of things and might even interpret ‘writing on the wall’ as a bad omen.
Very superstitious, ladders bout' to fall
Superstitions often originate from people’s fears and anxieties about possible future events, such as a ladder falling on someone, which could bring bad luck.
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Inanimate objects like mirrors are often thought to hold magical properties based on superstition, so any accident with them can result in bad luck.
Seven years of bad luck, the good things in your past
The idea of ‘bad luck’ is something that many superstitious folks believe in, and many even connect it to ‘good’ things that happen in life. If you lose something good, then bad luck must have followed.
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer
Believing in superstitions can lead to anxiety and stress, which can manifest physically and mentally in the form of suffering.
Superstition ain't the way
The song is a reminder that superstitions are not a reliable way to live one’s life, and they don't lead to happiness or success.
Very superstitious, wash your face and hands
Some superstitious practices might involve certain cleansing rituals, such as washing your face and hands, in order to ward off evil spirits or bad luck.
Rid me of the problem, do all that you can
Many superstitious folks might seek out solutions to perceived problems, such as bad luck or misfortune, through other superstitious means, in order to avoid any further problems.
Keep me in a daydream, keep me goin' strong
Living a life plagued by superstitions is like living in a daydream, where the real world is made up of unfounded fears and worries, but it can provide temporary comfort and strength to those who believe in it.
You don't wanna save me, sad is my song
Superstitions are often associated with a sense of isolation, where the believer feels alone and helpless, as nobody else can really understand their irrational beliefs.
Very superstitious, nothin' more to say
The singer seems to acknowledge that there is no rational explanation for superstitions and no amount of logical argument or reasoning can convince someone who is deep in the grip of their beliefs.
Very superstitious, the devil's on his way
Beliefs in the supernatural can often be frightening, with superstitious people associating their fears with ‘the devil’ or other loathsome entities.
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Written by: Stevie Wonder
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