They began performing in the early 1980's in alternative spaces such as the Pali-Kao, a squatted factory building in Belleville, Paris. Their first hit single was Marcia Baila off the Rita Mitsouko album, a song about the Argentinian choreographer and dancer Marcia Moretto who had died of cancer in 1981 and with whom they had performed on several occasions. This album was creative and eccentric (produced by Conny Plank, sound engineer and producer of Neu! and Kraftwerk) combining elements of punk, rock, cold electro pop and jazz, and coupled with their colorful, wild, over-the-top image caught the interest of some important anglophone listeners.
American record producer and musician Tony Visconti produced the following two albums, The No Comprendo and Marc et Robert, while polishing and perfecting their sound. The American band Sparks collaborated with them on the latter record and Russell Mael sings lead vocals with Ringer on three tracks, Singing in the Shower, Live in Las Vegas and Hip Kit. These two albums feature both French and English lyrics. The most successful singles were C'est comme ça and Andy.
Jean-Baptiste Mondino directed most of their music videos in the 1980's and Jean-Luc Godard filmed a short documentary Soigne ta droite about the group during the recording of The No Comprendo in 1986.
On Wednesday November 28th 2007, Fred Chichin died from cancer while the band had just cancelled their previous concert dates in Paris. He was only diagnosed with the disease two months before.
Mais c'est la mort qui t'a assassinée, Marcia
C'est la mort qui t'a consumée, Marcia
C"est le cancer que tu as pris sous ton bras
Maintenant, tu es en cendres, cendres
La mort, c'est comme une chose impossible
Et même à toi, qui est la vie même, Marcia
Et même à toi qui est forte comme une fusée
C'est la mort qui t'a emmenée
Don
Les Rita Mitsouko Lyrics
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When the day begin
Don't forget the night
Who's just finished
Don't forget the day
We're re just living
When the day begin
Don't forget the night
When the day begin
Don't forget the night
Who's just finished
Don't forget the day
We're just living
Don't forget the night
The lyrics to Les Rita Mitsouko's song Don't forgive the nite seem minimalistic at first glance, but upon closer inspection, it is clear that the repetition of the phrases "Don't forget the night/When the day begin/Who's just finished/We're just living" carries a deeper meaning. The song is essentially a reminder to appreciate the present moment and to acknowledge that, just as day turns into night, everything is constantly in a state of change. The line "Don't forget the night/Who's just finished" suggests that we should remember what we have just experienced, as it has shaped who we are in the present.
The lyrics can also be interpreted as a commentary on the fleeting nature of youth, as nighttime is often associated with revelry and wild experiences. The line "Don't forget the day/We're just living" can be read as a call to live fully in the present, without worrying about the future or regretting the past. The song overall has a contemplative and nostalgic tone, and encourages the listener to appreciate the small moments in life and to find beauty in the everyday.
Line by Line Meaning
Don't forget the night
Remember the darkness, the mysteries and secrets that are hidden in the darkness.
When the day begin
As the new day begins, don't forget the magic of the night that just passed.
Don't forget the night
Don't take for granted the experiences and emotions that come to light during the night time.
Who's just finished
Which has recently ended, and whose memories should not be forgotten.
Don't forget the day
Amidst the rush of daily life, don't forget to treasure each and every day.
We're just living
We are simply going through the motions of life, but need to slow down and appreciate the moments that make it all worthwhile.
When the day begin
As each new day begins, remember to take with you the lessons and experiences of the night before.
Don't forget the night
The darkness and mystery of the night should not be ignored or dismissed, as they hold valuable insights and emotions to be explored.
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philippe Galoustoff
N'oublie pas la nuit
quand le jour commence
N'oublie pas la nuit
qui vient de finir
N'oublie pas le jour où
nous ne faisons que vivre
Quand le jour commence
Gerald Guillou
Une de mes préférées. Merci.
ysiysiable
oui une des meilleures ,peu connue mon mec et moi écoutions ça en boucle; un rythme incroyable!!!
Sophie vu Micheau
Oh je connaissais pas génial 👍😍
Marie-Christophe Leboucher
J'aime ❤
Pakito 34
Top top top !!!
S. & P.
We won't forget... Les Rita Mitsouko...
Paix
CETTE CHANSON EST TROOOOOOOOOOOP MMMMH
Otto Didakt
oooh yeeaaah don't forget !!!
Otto Didakt
le manque de commentaires est signe de qualité sur le tube de sa mère