Gaspard
Georges Moustaki Lyrics

The song Gaspard by Georges Moustaki is a rendition of a poem called "Gaspard Hauser chante" by Paul Verlaine, written in 1885. The song tells the story of Gaspard, a lonely and often misunderstood character who feels like he doesn't fit in with the rest of society. In the first verse, Gaspard describes how he came to the cities as an orphan, with only his "tranquil eyes" as his riches. However, the people in the big cities didn't find him clever, and he struggled to find his place among them.

The second verse describes Gaspard's experience with love. He found a new sense of life and hope when he fell in love, but the women he loved didn't find him attractive. Despite this, Gaspard continued on with his life and tried to find meaning in other ways. In the third verse, Gaspard talks about his desire to fight and possibly die in war. However, even death didn't come for Gaspard, and he finds himself wondering if he was born too early or too late, or if he was ever meant to fit in. The final line of the song is a plea for others to pray for the poor Gaspard, who is lost and alone in the world.

Overall, the song tells a powerful story of a person who is searching for meaning and purpose in a world that doesn't always understand them. Gaspard is a relatable character for anyone who has ever felt like they don't fit in or struggled to find their place in society.