Three years after the release of her first album, which went gold and platinum, she released her second album, Carpe Diem, which launched the career of this singer-songwriter in French-speaking countries, especially in Quebec. Within three weeks, the album went gold. She then took her music on tour, performing to over 150,000 admirers, while her album went three times platinum. She was especially appreciated by the Canadian public and music industry. In 1995, she was awarded two Félix awards by Quebec's association of recording artists (ADISQ), namely Best Female Vocalist of the year (by popular vote), and Best Live Performance of the year.
Then, things began to pick up!
In 1996, Walt Disney Studios immortalized Lara's voice. In addition to incarnating Esmeralda, the heroine of the animated feature The Hunchback of Notre Dame, she sang the theme song ("Que Dieu aide les exclus") on the film's soundtrack.
In October, her third album "Pure" went platinum in less than two weeks. Thanks to this album, she won the 1997 Félix for Album of the Year. The same year, "Pure" was launched in France where over two million albums were sold within two years. Thanks to this resounding success, which eloquently expressed the affection of her loving and faithful fans, Lara was awarded the prize for New Artist of the Year at the prestigious French gala Les Victoires de la Musique. This was in February 1998, a few months before the concert tour in several French cities that led to the recording of an album (Lara Fabian Live) in March 1999 which went platinum a few months later. Lara Fabian was praised by music lovers and critics alike...
In addition to receiving the Félix for Quebec Artist Having the Most Impact Outside Quebec, she was voted Personality of the Year by the magazine Paris Match, which featured her on its front cover. While her fame grew, she was honored at the World Music Awards for Best Selling Artist for "Pure". Between appearances in Europe, Lara often returned to New York City and San Francisco to record her first album in English. She wrote or co-wrote most of the songs, working with Rick Allison and producers Walter Afanasieff (Mariah Carey), Pat Leonard (Madonna), Sam Watters (ex-Color Me Badd) and Brian Rawling (Cher's "I Believe").
Produced by Sony Records, the self-titled album was launched in May 2000 on America's most popular morning television show, NBC's Today Show. Invitations poured in, and Lara Fabian appeared on The Tonight Show, The View, Access Hollywood, Craig Kilborn, Entertainment Tonight...
The album's first excerpt, I will Love Again, hit No. 1 on the Billboard Dance Music charts and settled in for 58 weeks! Thanks to this resounding success, she received the Félix for Quebec Artist Having the Most Impact in a Language other than French. The songs on the album thrilled audiences worldwide.
In February 2001, Love By Grace became the theme song of the lead couple in the Brazilian soap opera Laços de Familia, broadcast by TV Globo for millions of viewers in Brazil and Portugal. For several weeks, the song was number 1 on most Brazilian and Portuguese radio stations. Love by Grace generated an incredible frenzy around the artist… You just don't top the billboards of Portuguese speaking countries everyday!
After From Lara with Love, her first American TV special broadcast by PBS, the singer-songwriter participated in the very popular WTKU New York radio special, Miracle on 34th Street, where many popular artists appeared, including Michael Jackson, Christina Aguilera, Marc Anthony, Ricky Martin and Toni Braxton.
Shortly after, when her self-titled English-language album was released in Asia, Lara scored a number one hit on the Taiwanese top ten, a great moment for the artist. Many were particularly impressed with the song Light of my Life (found only on the Asian edition of the album), which she interpreted with Lee-Hom, Asia's top male Chinese-speaking vocalist. This song was included in the movie feature China Strike Force, starring newcomer Lee-Horn along with Aaron Kwok, a box-office idol throughout Asia.
Eagerly awaited in several cities throughout the world, Lara has brilliantly dealt with her growing popularity by frequently appearing abroad. The artist has performed in several European and American capitals, and has enjoyed every minute of her travels. Solid gold in Canada, Germany, Switzerland and Norway, Lara Fabian went platinum in Belgium, Brazil and France and triple platinum in Portugal. She enjoyed the longest number 1 run on Billboard's Heatseeker Chart in 2000.
Last May, Lara was awarded yet another prize at the World Music Awards in Monaco, where she sang Adagio. She also returned to New York and Los Angeles to lend her voice to the original soundtracks of two long-awaited international super productions in July 2001: She interpreted the song The Dreams Within, featured in the movie Final Fantasy: The Spirits Within, as well as For Always, the vocal version of the title song of A.I., Steven Spielberg's latest feature.
In addition to a new French-language album in September 2001, Lara Fabian launched the first single on her new album in May, "J'y crois encore", which can be heard on radio stations in Quebec and Europe.
From France to Brazil, in Italy, Belgium, Norway, Switzerland, Germany, Portugal, Japan and the United States, Lara Fabian has established her reputation as a determined singer-songwriter. Barely 10 years after the release of her first album, Lara has conquered the hearts of millions of fans throughout the world, whose fervor is equaled only by their affection for this talented and authentic artist. Eight million records sold worldwide to this day testify to her achievement.
Her best-selling European DVD and CD, En Toute Intimité, released in October 2003, was an intimate, acoustic piano-based collection showcasing Ms. Fabian performing songs in English, Italian and French.
After En Toute Intimité Lara Fabian released her 2nd English language album called "A wonderful life". Lara Fabian's latest release is an album in the French language with the title "Toutes Les Femmes en Moi", released in May 2009.
2010: "Tour Les Femmes Font Leur Show", Mademoiselle Zhivago
Throughout the first half of 2010, Fabian embarked on a European tour of concerts, throughout France, Switzerland, and Belgium, incorporating the main repertoire of her last album "Toutes Les Femmes En Moi" along with some classic and fan favorites. She also performed again in Eastern Europe, with a more acoustic set (piano-voice), and included English recordings from the album Every Woman in Me. In September 2010, she finally released her 2009 album "Toutes Les Femmes En Moi" in Québec. She also recorded the album "Nuit Magique" with Canadian singer Coral Egan.
Later in 2010, Fabian released a concept album in Russia and Ukraine called Mademoiselle Zhivago which has sold over 800.000 copies in Russia. It features 11 songs in different languages by Russian composer Igor Krutoy. It features stories about a woman who experiences several lives over the years and centuries. Eleven music videos, one each song, were combined to create a full-length film, produced and directed by Ukrainian film producer Alan Badoev. The album itself, containing a CD and a DVD, was first released in Ukraine in October 2010 and in Russia in November.
2020–present: Lockdown Sessions
On December 16, 2020, Lara Fabian discreetly unveiled a collection of 12 experimental musical tracks, the fruit of her introspection and her isolation during confinement. Lockdown Sessions came out in a limited edition without a label, and offers a unique journey of the singer accompanied again by Moh Denebi.
Fabian is a full lyric soprano with a vocal range that spans three octaves from C3 to G5 in live performances.
She is multilingual, she speaks Italian, French, Spanish, Sicilian, English and some Flemish.[citation needed] She has also sung in Azerbaijani, German, Greek, Hebrew, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, and Turkish
Silence
Lara Fabian Lyrics
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After these years of despair
And nothing untouched
With the deepest side of my pain
Although I can't say
There's nothing there
Not even a dream to share
Or should I show you around?
It's a cold room
With nothing inside
Not a sound
But to be amazed What stillness can do
It will bring you back to you
Silence (Silence)
Is the moment between everyone
Is the best friend you have in the world
That moment in time
Will help you to survive
Silence
Now that you've seen it
You don't need to go back at all
And when you feel that
Cold room inside
Stand tall
You will embrace it
As you recall
It made you stronger after all
Silence (Silence) Is the moment between everyone
Is the best friend you have in the world
That moment in time
Will help you to survive
Silence
Silence
Let your consciousness finally be heard
It's unconscious
But you'll hear the burst
The voice inside will bring you back to life
(Silence, silence)
It's the moment in time
(Silence, silence)
Silence (Silence, silence)
Let it be
The lyrics of Lara Fabian's song "Silence" are about finding strength and peace in moments of silence and stillness. The singer reflects on her experiences of despair and pain, but has now learned to appreciate the power of remaining quiet and introspective. The song opens with the singer acknowledging her past struggles and the profound impact they have had on her life. However, she also points out that even in these moments of darkness, there was still a small flicker of hope present.
The second verse describes a "cold room" that is completely empty, and how this stillness can be both frightening and transformative. The chorus repeats the idea that silence is a friend that can help us survive and become stronger. The final section of the song is a call to let go of external distractions and listen to the voice inside, which can offer guidance and bring us back to life.
Overall, "Silence" is a message of hope, encouraging listeners to find solace in moments of quiet reflection and to trust in their own inner voice. It suggests that even in our lowest moments, we can find strength and resilience through silence, and that the stillness within us can be a powerful tool for growth and healing.
Line by Line Meaning
I've learned so much
Through years of despair, I've gained wisdom and understanding.
After these years of despair
These past years have been difficult and painful.
And nothing untouched
Every aspect of my life has been affected by this pain.
With the deepest side of my pain
My pain has been intense and all-consuming.
Although I can't say
Despite all that I've been through, I can't claim to be completely healed or whole.
There's nothing there
There is a void or emptiness within me that still needs filling.
Not even a dream to share
I don't have any hopes or aspirations to articulate or pursue at this time.
Are you familiar?
Do you understand or relate to what I'm saying?
Or should I show you around?
Would you like me to explain or describe it to you in detail?
It's a cold room
My emotional state or inner world is characterized by a sense of isolation or detachment.
With nothing inside
There is no warmth, joy, or contentment to be found within me or my circumstances.
Not a sound
There is utter stillness or quietness around me.
But to be amazed
Despite the bleakness and emptiness, I am struck by the power of this silence to move and inspire me.
What stillness can do
I am discovering the potential for peace, healing, and transformation in moments of silence.
It will bring you back to you
Silence is a reminder of who you truly are, and can help you reconnect with your inner self.
Silence (Silence)
Silence is the title and subject of this song.
Is the moment between everyone
Silence is a shared experience that unites all people.
Is the best friend you have in the world
Silence can be a source of comfort, solace, and self-discovery.
That moment in time
Silence is a singular, fleeting experience that can be hard to capture or describe.
Will help you to survive
Silence can be a valuable resource for weathering life's challenges and overcoming obstacles.
Now that you've seen it
Now that you have experienced silence, or understood its significance, or learned from its lessons.
You don't need to go back at all
You don't have to return to your old patterns of thought, behavior, or emotion.
And when you feel that
When you encounter those moments of emptiness or silence.
Cold room inside
The sense of isolation and detachment within oneself.
Stand tall
Stay strong and resolute, don't give up or give in.
You will embrace it
You will come to see the value and power of silence, and accept it as a part of yourself.
As you recall
As you remember the lessons and insights that you gained from experiencing silence.
It made you stronger after all
You became more resilient, empowered, and enlightened through your encounters with silence.
Let your consciousness finally be heard
Allow yourself to become aware of and articulate the thoughts, feelings, and desires that lie buried within you.
It's unconscious
Many of our internal struggles and motivations operate beneath the level of our awareness.
But you'll hear the burst
You will experience a sudden, powerful release of suppressed emotions or insights.
The voice inside will bring you back to life
Allowing your inner voice to be heard can help you rediscover your sense of purpose, direction, and vitality.
(Silence, silence)
Repeat of the title refrain.
It's the moment in time
Reiteration of the fleeting, singular nature of silence.
Let it be
Allow yourself to experience silence without judgment or resistance.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: LARA FABIAN, RICK ALLISON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Alessandro Forino
I've learned so much
After these years of despair
And nothing untouched
With the deepest side of my pain
Although I cant say
There's nothing there
Not even a dream to share
Are you familiar?
Or should I show you around?
It's a cold room
With nothing inside
Not a sound
But to be amazed What stillness can do
It will bring you back to you
Silence (Silence)
Is the moment between everyone
Is the best friend you have in the world
That moment in time
Will help you to survive
Silence
Now that you've seen it
You don't need to go back at all
And when you feel that
Cold room inside
Stand tall
You will embrace it
As you recall
It made you stronger after all
Silence (Silence) Is the moment between everyone
Is the best friend you have in the world
That moment in time
Will help you to survive
Silence
Silence
Let your consciousness finally be heard
It's unconscious
But you'll hear the burst
The voice inside will bring you back to life
(Silence, silence)
It's the moment in time
(Silence, silence)
Silence (Silence, silence)
Let it be
Opération Fan Club Lara Fabian
Superbe version <3 J'adore autant en anglais qu'en français d'ailleurs je l'ai d'abord entendue en anglais puis en français ;)
ο φουρνος του Μενελαου
ολλες ηγλωσσες ειναι ομορφες. με αυτες εκφραζουμε την χαρα τον πονο την λυπη την αγαπη σας χαιρετω γιαννης
Maxsuel Pinheiro
Amooooo demais melhor álbum do mundo
Hamza EL
I was looking for " silence " in french untill i found this masterpiece by accident . I love you so much Mrs Lara and i hope the happiness and the long live for you and for your family
Aline Oliveira
Maravilhosa! 😍
Patricia Patiño vera
Maravillosa voz
Maxsuel Pinheiro
Seu melhor álbum eu amooooo. Por favor canta no Brasil essa música
Sona Grant
Я многому научилась за годы отчаянья. Моя боль затронула, кажется, всё. Но не скажу, что нет ничего, даже мечты, чтобы ей поделиться. Это знакомо тебе, или показать нужно, что есть вокруг меня? Холодная комната, пустая внутри, тихая, ни звука. Поразительно, что производит безмолвие. Оно возвращает к себе. Молчание со всеми - лучший друг в мире. Оно помогает выжить. Теперь, когда это узнал, ты можешь не вернуться к нему. Почувствуешь холодную комнату внутри - выпрямись, её прими, помни: это сделает тебя сильней. Слушай свой разум! Бессознательно произойдёт вспышка, и - внутренний голос выведет к жизни. В этот момент времени позволь тишине быть.
Beat Riz
Deep!