Young, very attracted by the cinema, Hadrien shows to be very receptive with film scores. To wards the age of 8/9, his father introduces him to the guitar, but he shrinks in front of the instrument. The drums attract him much more and the bass causes curiosity as well . Then to wards twelve, after listening to Jaco Pastorius, he has a deep revelation as well as for the group Weather Report.
At that time he explores, deepens and integrates with passion the entire work of Jaco Pastorius and Weather Report becomes his bible. In the years which follow, Hadrien discovers other bass players such as: Dominique Di Piazza (who will become a friend), Victor Bailey, Christian McBride, Anthony Jackson, Matthew Garrison, Gary Willis, Richard Bona, and he widens his musical universe listening to other different instrumentalists: Michael Brecker, Wayne Shorter, Joe Zawinul, Bireli Lagrene, John McLaughlin, Sylvain Luc, Jean Pierre Como, Thierry Eliez.
In 2001 Christian Pegand (organizing concerts for John McLaughlin and Bireli Lagrene among-others) invites him to play at the concert bass contre bass organized by the funds of SACEM in the memory of the double bass player François JENNY-CLARK. Surrounded by Bireli Lagrene and Sylvain Luc at the guitars and Franck Agulhon on drums, Hadrien will make a noticed apperance. Also invited to this evening, were, Richard Bona, Garcia Fons, Dominique Di Piazza, the Moutin's brothers etc.
In 2002, via Bireli Lagrene, he becomes acquainted with Jim and Jon Grandcamp, two brothers originally from Strasbourg. Jim at the guitar, Jon on drums and Hadrien, create a power trio of shock: Le Cartel. The group is invited by Bireli at the night of the musicians, evening given in le Trianon Palace in Paris. Le Cartel will play on various stages of the capital, in France and abroad . Eager to meeting other bass players, he takes part in some contests as the EURO BASS DAY which proceeds in Verona (2003) and for which he will be finalist ; as well as in the French national contest Haut les basses (2004) of which he wins the first prize.
From 2003, he plays with many experienced musicians: Rido BAYONNE - Sheik TIDIANE - Marc BERTHOUMIEUX - Jean Marie ECAY - Mokhtar SAMBA - Dominique Di PIAZZA - N'GUYENE LE - Thierry ELIEZ - Flavio BOLTRO - Paban DAS BAUL - Bireli LAGRENE - Andre CECCARELLI.
In 2004 Hadrien undertakes the compositions of his musical project and in parallel continues with night life in clubs.In 2005, John McLaughlin invites him to play two tracks on his album INDUSTRIAL ZEN. It is a magical meeting.
In 2006, Hadrien finalizes his own album surrounded by prestigious musicians.
In 2007 Hadrien's album has been released and it got some very nice chronicals.
Rhapsody In Blue
Hadrien Feraud Lyrics
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(Story about the world)
Suddenly I'm something I'm not
I'm something that you bought
Was it something I said
My friend
Little girl are you tripping on this
You better come up for air
A Story about a girl
A Story about the world
Are you waking up slowly
Nothing but lonely
Are you waking up
Holding, holding your breath
Are you looking for something
I promise you one thing
I promise I'll always, always
Be there
Baby girl, stand up and fight
This is not some paradise
It's just where we live
Finally you think you're alright
Then it eats you up alive
You better get used to it
A story about a girl
A story about the world
Are you waking up slowly
Nothing but lonely
Are you waking up
Holding, holding your breath
Are you looking for something
I promise you one thing
I promise I'll always, always
Be there
With all my faith
And all my heart
And all those simple things you are
I know
It's stuck inside your head
You're alone
You better get used to it
And I know
The feeling has to end
You're strong
It sucks you in again
And you're lost
You can't make any sense
This world
It tears you limb from limb
And hold on
You're nothing but the best
Are you waking up slowly
Nothing but lonely
Are you waking up
Holding, holding your breath
Are you looking for something
I promise you one thing
I promise I'll always, always
Be there
With all my faith
And all my heart
And all those simple things you are
With all my faith
And all my heart
And all those simple things you are
The song "Rhapsody in Blue" by Hadrien Feraud is a heartfelt anthem about the struggles and challenges of life. The opening lines "Suddenly I'm something I'm not, I'm something that you bought, was it something I said, my friend" suggest a feeling of confusion and disorientation, as if the singer has lost their sense of self and identity. They address a "little girl" who seems to be struggling as well, telling her to come up for air and asking if she's "tripping" all over it, implying that perhaps she's overwhelmed by something in her life as well.
The chorus repeats the phrase "A Story about a girl, a story about the world," highlighting the idea that individual struggles are often just one part of the larger human experience. The verses continue to explore these themes, with lyrics like "Finally you think you're alright, then it eats you up alive" and "This world, it tears you limb from limb", suggesting that even when we feel we have everything under control, life can still be difficult and painful.
The song then ends on a note of hope, with the singer promising to be there for the listener "With all my faith and all my heart and all those simple things you are." It's a reminder that even in the darkest moments, we can find support and love to help us through.
Overall, "Rhapsody in Blue" is a powerful exploration of what it means to be human and the struggles we all face. It's a song that speaks to the difficulty of life, while still offering a glimmer of hope and comfort.
Line by Line Meaning
Suddenly I'm something I'm not
I am transformed into something I am not.
I'm something that you bought
I am something that was purchased by you.
Was it something I said
Did I say something to prompt this transformation?
Little girl are you tripping on this
Young lady, are you struggling with the same issue?
Are you tripping all over it
Are you stumbling because of this?
You better come up for air
You need to take a break and regain your composure.
Are you waking up slowly
Are you slowly emerging from a deep sleep?
Nothing but lonely
Nothing but solitude surrounds you.
Are you looking for something
Are you in search of something?
I promise you one thing
I guarantee one thing to you.
Be there
I will be there to support you.
Baby girl, stand up and fight
Young lady, increase your efforts and fight.
This is not some paradise
This is not an ideal world.
It's just where we live
It's just our place of dwelling.
Finally you think you're alright
You finally believe that everything is okay.
Then it eats you up alive
However, it slowly destroys you from within.
You better get used to it
You should accept this as the norm.
With all my faith
With all the trust I hold.
And all those simple things you are
And all the small things you represent.
You're alone
You are without companionship.
And I know
I am aware.
The feeling has to end
This sensation must terminate.
You're strong
You possess fortitude.
It sucks you in again
It pulls you back in once more.
And you're lost
And you are without direction.
You can't make any sense
You are unable to deduce any meaning.
This world
This life.
It tears you limb from limb
It tears you apart emotionally and psychologically.
And hold on
Keep holding on.
You're nothing but the best
You are excellent.
With all my heart
With all my love and affection.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: MICHAEL TURNER, MICHAEL MAIDA, JEREMY TAGGART, DUNCAN COUTTS, JAMIE EDWARDS
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