Celui que tu veux
Françoise Hardy & OI Lyrics

In "Celui que tu veux," Françoise Hardy sings about her longing for someone she desires, but who may not be completely attainable. The lyrics are simple, yet convey a depth of emotion through the repetition of the phrase, "Savais-tu que je suis celui que tu veux" (Did you know that I am the one you want). Hardy expresses a mixture of hope, doubt, and patience as she waits for the person she desires to notice her and choose her.

The first verse sets the theme of the song, and Hardy repeats the lines "Savais-tu que je suis celui que tu veux" throughout the song, almost as if she is trying to convince the person she desires of her worth. She expresses her desire to be an "amant" (lover) and wonders if she will ever be chosen as such. The second verse brings in a third party, "la belle" (the beauty), who is also vying for the attention of the person Hardy desires. Despite this competition, Hardy's heart may forgive, but her head does not forget. The final verse expresses the hope and patience she has, as she repeats her desire to be noticed and chosen.

Overall, "Celui que tu veux" is a simple yet powerful song about unrequited love and the patience required when waiting for someone we desire. Through her repetition of the phrase "Savais-tu que je suis celui que tu veux" and her mixture of hope and doubt, Françoise Hardy captures the emotions of many who have experienced similar feelings.