In 1977 Eric Lévi founded the hard rock band Shakin' Street which would release the two albums Vampire Rock and Solid As A Rock. Shakin' Street briefly toured with AC/DC and the Blue Öyster Cult before disbanding in 1981. Later on in his career, Eric Lévi wrote the musical score to several movies, including L'Opération Corned-beef and the comedy Les Visiteurs which was an international success and one of the highest grossing movies of all time in France.
Era's self-titled debut album in 1997 proved to be a hit, becoming the most exported French album with over 6 million copies sold. A sequel, Era 2 was released in 1999, followed by Era: The Mass in 2003. The trilogy is characterized by a mixture of rock, synth, and pseudo-Latin Gregorian chant.
don't you forget
Eric Levi Lyrics
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- Sure, Corney, I'll help you.
- I'll always be good when you with me.
- You're my friend, Corney.
- Are you always gonna be there when I grow up?
- Cross my heart.
Don't you forget about me?
We were soft and young
In a world of innocence
Don't you forget about me?
Don't you forget our dreams?
Now you've gone away
Only emptiness remains
The lyrics of Eric Lévi's song "Don't you forget" narrate a touching story of two friends, Corney and his unnamed friend, in a difficult situation. Corney's mother is sick and unable to take care of her child and his brother, who is getting hungry. Corney shares his plight with his friend, asking for his help to go to the village to get some food. The friend selflessly agrees to help Corney, assuring him he'll always be there for him. In the end, the chorus begs the friend not to forget about their dreams and the innocence they shared as children, now that he has gone away, leaving only emptiness behind.
The song paints a poignant picture of friendship, altruism, and loyalty. Despite facing several obstacles, the boys are entirely committed to supporting each other when in dire need. The lyrics also highlight the transition from childhood to adulthood and the loss of innocence that comes with it. The chorus acts as a plea to the friend to remain connected to their past and to not forget the invaluable memories they shared.
Line by Line Meaning
Mum's sick. She says she can't get up. I know my brother's getting hungry. I must go to the village to ask for some feed. Would you help me?
Corney's mother is ill and unable to take care of her family. She asks for help to get food for her brother and seeks assistance.
Sure, Corney, I'll help you.
Corney's friend agrees to help her with the task at hand.
I'll always be good when you with me.
Corney promises to behave well and be a good friend.
You're my friend, Corney.
Corney's friend acknowledges their friendship.
Are you always gonna be there when I grow up?
Corney wonders if their friendship will last through adulthood.
Cross my heart.
Corney's friend promises to always be there for her and stay true to their friendship.
Don't you forget about me?
The singer asks the listener to remember them.
Don't you forget about me?
The singer repeats their plea to not be forgotten.
We were soft and young. In a world of innocence.
The singer reminisces about a time when they and the listener were young and innocent.
Don't you forget about me?
The singer reiterates their request to be remembered.
Don't you forget our dreams?
The singer asks the listener to remember the dreams they shared.
Now you've gone away. Only emptiness remains.
The singer laments the loss of their relationship with the listener and how it has left them feeling empty.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ERIC LEVISALLES, YVAN ERIC CASSAR
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