Jil… Initiales de Jil Is Lucky et prénom d’un jeune artis… Read Full Bio ↴BIOGRAPHIE
Jil… Initiales de Jil Is Lucky et prénom d’un jeune artiste folk de 25 ans
Jil n’a que 7 ans lorsqu’il jette ses premiers accords sur une vieille guitare cassée.
Sa mère ne se doute pas que quelques années plus tard (à 12 ans) il accompagnera à la basse son grand frère dans des bars, toussant sur ses premières cigarettes et se planquant derrière l’ampli pour échapper aux contrôles de police.
C’est en voyageant que Jil va se découvrir et rencontrer au détour des rues de Prague, New York, Berlin ou Sidi Bel Abbès ceux qui l’accompagneront : The Memphis deput(i)es.
The Wanderer, premier titre du groupe marque la naissance officielle de Jil Is Lucky.
Après la sortie d’un maxi début 2008 qui connaît un beau succès d’estime, Jil et ses acolytes sortent leur premier album le 16 mars 2009.
Les influences de Jil, tout le monde les devine, mais tout l’art du chanteur réside en la manière de les célébrer. En écoutant Jil Is Lucky, on se surprendra à voir Léonard Cohen dansant ivre au son des cuivres de la Soul endiablée d’Otis Redding ; ou encore les Beach Boys et Jonathan Richman se livrant à un Ipod Battle sans merci dans un bar Antifolk du ghetto de Varsovie.
On ne sort jamais vraiment indemne d’une rencontre avec Jil Is Lucky, et les vrais chanceux, c’est nous.
Without You
Jil Is Lucky Lyrics
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To draw a big white sun and a little man
And he's smiling as the sun shines in a sky deep and blue
What would he do without you ?
And then well I wanted to draw something nicer
I bought some guitar strings and a white computer
Then I wrote down a little poem and composed something new
What could I record without you
Then I was really hungry and I needed something to eat
And I ordered my favourite dish on my favourite seat
But I can not swallow anything if you're not eating too
I could be a bit thinner without you
But in a week you will be gone and that's a disaster
My belly is already empty and my eyes are on fire
And a big black beard is growing up to my crazy hairdo
Maybe I should write folk songs without you
The lyrics of Jil Is Lucky’s song “Without You” are a commentary on the importance of personal relationships and the extent to which individuals rely on others for happiness and success in various aspects of life. The song is structured as a series of verses, each of which details a different activity or creation that the singer has undertaken, and asks the question “What could I [do/create/enjoy] without you?” The first verse focuses on artistic creation, as the singer draws a picture of a man and a sun, and notes that the man is smiling. However, the question of what the man would do without the sun suggests that the sun plays an important role in his life, perhaps symbolizing both physical and emotional warmth and nourishment. In the second verse, the singer turns to music, purchasing guitar strings and a computer, and writing a poem and a composition. Again, the question of what he could record without the presence of another person emphasizes the difficulty of being creative in isolation. In the third verse, the singer turns to the theme of sustenance, detailing a meal that he enjoys but cannot fully appreciate without sharing it with someone else. This sentiment reflects the idea that food and communal meals are often symbolic of shared experiences and relationships. Finally, in the last verse, the singer acknowledges the upcoming absence of the person he is addressing throughout the song, and hints at the possibility that his creative output may suffer without the other person’s influence.
Overall, Jil Is Lucky’s “Without You” can be seen as an attempt to capture the ways in which people are interconnected and reliant on each other in various aspects of their lives. Whether it be creative endeavors or simply the enjoyment of food, the presence of other people can greatly impact our experiences and sense of fulfillment. The song also serves as a reminder of the importance of valuing and nurturing our relationships with others, as they can play a vital role in our personal growth and wellbeing.
Line by Line Meaning
This morning I took a sheet of paper and a magic pen
I started my day with creativity in mind and equipped myself with a paper and pen that could bring my imagination to life.
To draw a big white sun and a little man
My first creation was a vivid drawing of a bright sun and a happy little man.
And he's smiling as the sun shines in a sky deep and blue
The man in my drawing was beaming with joy as the radiant sun shone in a sky that was vast and beautiful.
What would he do without you ?
I wondered how my drawing and its subject would exist without the inspiration that comes from having someone special in my life.
And then well I wanted to draw something nicer
With a desire to create something even better than my first effort, I sought out materials and inspiration.
I bought some guitar strings and a white computer
I invested in tools that could help me create beautiful music and record it as well.
Then I wrote down a little poem and composed something new
Through my new tools, I wrote down lyrics and created a melody that had never existed before.
What could I record without you
I reflected on the role of the person who inspired and enabled my art, and how creating without them would be different.
Then I was really hungry and I needed something to eat
As my artistic expression continued, my basic needs demanded attention and my stomach grumbled.
And I ordered my favourite dish on my favourite seat
I indulged in a meal I loved, taking comfort in familiar surroundings.
But I can not swallow anything if you're not eating too
Despite the deliciousness of my food, my emotional bond with the person who inspired me made it difficult to enjoy it without them.
I could be a bit thinner without you
At the same time, I also realized that without this person, I may not have access to the comforts of life and therefore may not indulge as much.
But in a week you will be gone and that's a disaster
As I looked towards the future, the reality of this person's absence was looming and caused me great distress.
My belly is already empty and my eyes are on fire
The thought of losing my source of inspiration and comfort caused my body and soul to feel empty and agitated respectively.
And a big black beard is growing up to my crazy hairdo
As a result of my distress, the visible signs of neglect like a beard growth are now present.
Maybe I should write folk songs without you
Despite the challenges and discomforts that I'd experience, maybe I will still find a way to create even without my source of inspiration because it's my true calling.
Contributed by Adeline N. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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