Star
La clinique Lyrics
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The lyrics to "Star" by La clinique tell the story of two different women who have both reached a level of fame, but in very different ways. One is a traditional celebrity, with posters and interviews and concerts that transport her fans to another world. The other is a former rural porn star who is now stuck working in a bar, with a sad and sordid story to tell. The lyrics draw a contrast between these two women, and between the glamorous image of stardom and the sometimes brutal reality of celebrity.
The first woman is described as an ethereal, almost mythical figure, living on a cloud of snow and rain during her concerts. She is a true star, adored by her fans and surrounded by luxury and fame. But even this life has its dangers, as she receives threats and struggles to keep up with the demands of stardom. The second woman, on the other hand, is a cautionary tale about the darker side of fame. She has been used and abused by the industry, and now she is struggling just to get by. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of her life as a former porn star, with references to her ex-husband, her son, and the men who use her for sex.
Overall, "Star" is a powerful and poignant song that explores the idea of fame and celebrity from different angles. It shows us the dream of stardom and the reality of what it can be like for those who pursue it. It is a warning about the dangers of putting too much value on fame and success, and a reminder that there is often more to a person's story than what we see on the surface.
Line by Line Meaning
Une étoile brille dans les rues de Paris trop longtemps elle a passé le cap de la vierge Marie elle est si Belle une star une vraie
There is a star shining in the streets of Paris, who has been famous for so long that she has surpassed the age of the Virgin Mary. She is beautiful and a true star, the kind that people cover with kisses on posters and make us dream. From billboards to nightclubs, interviews on television, high-quality promotions, I love her and swear to tell the truth. I am a fanatic. She is the queen of the night, and during the day, she lives only for her fans. On stage, during her concerts, she lives on a cloud full of snow, Zen, rainfall, and paradise showbiz. It's not the limousine that makes the star shine, but a first-class ticket for the high class. She knows she's playing with fire and receives a ton of threats. It's dangerous to want to become an idol. I swear on my life, I'll love you, my baby doll. I know what I'm talking about, and that's why I'm writing these words tonight!
Zoom de fesses nues dans son trou à rat Nathalie subit le sexe se fout du ras le bol Son gagne pain vit sous alcool star du X rurale jadis mère d'un fils ex paumée
Zooming in on bare butts in her rat hole, Nathalie endures sex and doesn't care about the monotony. Her livelihood is dependent on alcohol, and she's a rural porn star who was once a lost mother to a son. Her life is a wild fantasy of prostitution and broken marriages, and she's devoid of intelligence. Her life is full of lies, and she's sinking deeper into them. Climbing the stairs at Cannes with fakes and weaknesses, her young career is suffocating. She sips her gin like Marilyn Monroe, and her life of work is what keeps her standing. She was a star in Mexico but wished to make it in Paris or Los Angeles. She can't see the misfortune in the future and is destined for failure. She's an almost-washed-up loafer who is often found at a bar, good for nothing but being a groupie and a prostitute. She must be mentioned, Nathalie is a shooting star, ignored by the world.
On était pote ouais, mais ca c'était à des années lumière ensemble, Tacchini. Tobacco, survets lazer, pas de blaser on niquait la misère à cette époque c'était on s'on bat les couilles été comme hiver.
We were buddies once, but that seems like a lifetime ago. We were together wearing Tacchini, smoking tobacco, sporting lazer tracksuits, and no blazers. We fought against poverty in those times when we didn't care about anything else. We didn't care if it was summer or winter.
Aujourd'hui Doumbia rap star dans le show biz, tu veux me serrer la main mec, un vœux qui se réalise, alors je mène la belle vie et vise le sommet on me dit que j'ai pris du poids, c'était le conseil de mes ex voisines de pallier
Today, Doumbia is a rap star in show biz, and if you want to shake my hand, it's a dream come true. So, I lead a beautiful life and aim for the top. People tell me I've gained weight, and it was the advice of my old neighbors on the same landing.
Impôts à payer, l'ennui j'suis devenu solvable Autant de farine sur mon sofa que de billets sur la table, Ici soirée vip, cercle fermé, c'est moi la resta, on m'respecte de Paris jusqu 'à St-Tropez. j'ai vendu plus d'un million d 'albums Et tout pour ma pomme rien pour les chiens, un tiers pour ma mère et pour les frangins. Pour les gens je suis décadent la grosse vedette, mais dans ma rue je ne suis qu'un tocard qui a pris la grosse tête.
I have taxes to pay, and I've become boringly solvent. There's as much cocaine on my sofa as there are bills on my table. I'm at a VIP party with a closed circle, and I'm the one who we are waiting for. Everyone respects me from Paris to St-Tropez. I've sold more than a million albums, and it's all mine; nothing for the dogs, and a third goes to my mom and siblings. To the people, I'm a decadent star, but on my street, I'm just a joker with a big head.
Refrain (x4) Star; on s'y perd au sommet
Chorus (x4) Star; we get lost at the top.
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