Gaëtan Roussel est un auteur-compositeur-interprète français, né le 13 octo… Read Full Bio ↴Gaëtan Roussel est un auteur-compositeur-interprète français, né le 13 octobre 1972 à Rodez (Aveyron). Il est le chanteur des groupes de rock Louise Attaque et Tarmac.
En 2008, il participe à l'écriture des chansons et à la production du dernier album d'Alain Bashung, Bleu pétrole, récompensé en 2009 aux victoires de la musique. Il a composé la musique de deux films de Benoit Delépine et Gustave Kervern : Louise-Michel et Mammuth. Gaëtan Roussel a également écrit pour Rachid Taha et Vanessa Paradis.
En 2009, il entame une carrière solo et sort Ginger, son premier album.
Il remporte la victoire de la musique de l'album rock de l'année en 2011, lors de l'émission diffusée le mercredi 9 février sur France 4, ainsi que celle de l'interprète masculin et du meilleur album de l’année 2011 pour Ginger lors de l’émission diffusée le 1er mars 2011.
En 2011, il participe à l'album de reprises de chansons d'Alain Bashung intitulé Tels Alain Bashung en interprétant J'passe pour une caravane.
Il produit également cette année le troisième album du groupe rock français Déportivo, Ivres et débutants, les ouvrant à un son plus pop et mélancolique.
En juillet 2013, aux Francofolies de La Rochelle, il présente le spectacle Re-Play Blessures dans lequel il réinterprète l'album Play blessures d' Alain Bashung, coécrit avec Serge Gainsbourg.
Son deuxième album sortira le 30 septembre 2013. Un premier single Éolienne sort pendant l'été. Le second single est La simplicité.

Inside Outside
Gaëtan Roussel Lyrics

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Inside, outside
Sinbad is coming back
Don't leave me my baby
Don't, on his way back
Inside, outside
Sinbad is coming back
Don't leave me my baby
Don't, on his way back

Que pourrait-il nous arriver si on cherchait à toujours tout retenir? (inside outside)
Que pourrait-il à l'avenir (Sinbad is coming back) si on restait là sans bouger
Si on restait à toujours tout retenir?
Que pourrait-il nous arriver?
(Inside outside, Sinbad is coming back, don't leave me my baby, no no, he's coming back )
Si on cherche, que pourrait-il nous arriver? (inside outside)
Si on cherchait à toujours tout retenir, que pourrait-il à l'avenir ? (Sinbad is coming back)
Si on restait là sans bouger

Inside, outside
Sinbad is coming back
Don't leave me my baby
Don't, on his way back
Inside, outside
Sinbad is coming back
Don't leave me, don't leave me my baby

Jusqu'où pourrions nous dériver, si on cherchait à toujours tout retenir?
Jusqu'où pourrions nous arriver? (inside outside)
Si on restait là sans bouger, si on cherchait à toujours tout retenir, que pourrait-il nous arriver?
Inside outside, Sinbad is coming back, don't leave me my baby, no no, he's coming back
(Inside outside) si on restait là sans bouger
Si on restait à toujours tout retenir (Sinbad is coming back)
Si on restait là sans bouger, que pourrait-il nous arriver? (inside outside)
Que pourrait-il nous arriver?

Inside, outside
Sinbad is coming back
Don't leave me my baby
Don't, he's coming back
Inside, outside
Sinbad is coming back

Don't leave me my baby
Don't, on his way back

Overall Meaning

The Gaëtan Roussel song Inside Outside contemplates the consequences of holding onto everything and refusing to let go. The repeated phrase "inside, outside" is a reference to this internal struggle, implying that we are constantly battling ourselves. The mention of Sinbad's return serves as a metaphor to urge the listener not to abandon hope or give up, as just like Sinbad's comeback, better things may be right around the corner. The lyrics suggest that life is full of uncertainty, and it is natural to want to hold onto things we value for fear of losing them, but sometimes one must take a leap of faith and let go.

The song's lyrics contain various rhetorical questions asking what could happen if we hold onto everything too tightly or never take a risk, suggesting that life becomes stagnant and dull. The repetition of the line "Don't leave me my baby" is likely meant to represent the fear of abandonment or loss. The lyrics urge the listener to push forward, to not give up, and to embrace the unknown.

Line by Line Meaning

Inside, outside
What could happen if we try to hold onto everything? What could happen if we don't move forward? These questions are at the center of the song, representing the internal struggle of wanting to hold onto the past while also wanting to move forward.

Sinbad is coming back
Sinbad represents the unknown future that is approaching. While his return may bring excitement or fear, it is inevitable and cannot be avoided.

Don't leave me my baby
The singer is clinging to their past, not wanting to let go of what they have known and loved. The use of 'baby' emphasizes the emotional attachment to this past and the fear of losing it.

Don't, on his way back
The repetition of this line adds to the sense of urgency and emphasizes the artist's desire to hold onto their past, even if it means not moving forward. They want to avoid the unknown future represented by Sinbad.

Jusqu'où pourrions nous dériver, si on cherchait à toujours tout retenir?
How far could we drift if we hold onto everything? This line emphasizes the idea that holding onto the past can prevent us from moving forward and reaching our full potential.

Si on restait là sans bouger
If we stay still and cling to the past, we will not be able to grow and change. Movement and progress require letting go of what is comfortable and familiar.

Si on cherchait à toujours tout retenir, que pourrait-il à l'avenir ?
If we hold onto everything, what could happen in the future? This line echoes the earlier questions and emphasizes the singer's concern about missing out on opportunities and not living life to the fullest if they hold onto the past.

No no, he's coming back
Repeating 'no no' adds to the sense of desperation and urgency in the artist's voice. They are trying to hold onto their past and avoid the future represented by Sinbad, even if it is inevitable that he will arrive.

Don't leave me, don't leave me my baby
Once again, the artist is clinging to their past and fearing the unknown future. They do not want to let go of what is comfortable and familiar, even if it means missing out on new experiences and opportunities.

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Written by: JOSEPH DAHAN, GAETAN ROUSSEL

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