Les Wampas is a French punk band, formed in Paris in 1983. The group is chi… Read Full Bio ↴Les Wampas is a French punk band, formed in Paris in 1983. The group is chiefly famous for its frontman, real name Didier Chapedelaine, chief lyricist and singer. He deliberately sings off-key and often high-pitched, so has a recognisable voice. His on-stage energy, and crowd-surfing, are major features of the band's live shows, and, since the release of the album Kiss (2000), he comes into the crowd after each performance to hug members of the audience and give them a kiss on each cheek.

Ce soir c'est noël
Les Wampas Lyrics

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Pa pa papa pa palapapa
Ce soir, ce soir c'est Noël
Les étoiles
Brillent dans le ciel
Ce soir, ce soir c'est Noël, c'est Noël
Pa pa papa pa palapapa
Ce soir, ce soir c'est Noël
Il neige

Sur le Mont Saint-Michel
Ce soir, ce soir c'est No - ël, c'est Noël Pa pa papa pa palapapa Ce soir, ce soir c'est Noël
Non rien
N'est plus vraiment pareil
Ce soir, ce soir c'est Noël, c'est Noël Ce soir, ce soir c'est Noël
La nuit
A un goût de miel
Ce soir, ce soir c'est Noël, c'est Noël Ce soir, ce soir c'est Noël
Merci

Pour toutes ces merveilles
Ce soir, ce soir c'est Noël, c'est Noël Pa pa papa pa palapapa

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Les Wampas's song "Ce soir c'est Noël" celebrate the joyous and magical atmosphere of Christmas Eve. The repetition of "pa pa papa pa palapapa" adds to the festive and upbeat feel of the song. The first verse speaks of the stars shining brightly in the sky and the second of the snow falling on Mont Saint-Michel. These elements help create a peaceful and enchanting scene that is often associated with the winter holidays. The chorus repeats the phrase "ce soir, ce soir c'est Noël" which translates to "tonight, tonight it's Christmas" emphasizing the importance of this night.

The third verse speaks of how nothing is quite the same on this night, which might be interpreted as a nod to the transformative spirit of the holidays. This verse is followed by one that likens the sweetness of the night to honey. Finally, the last verse thanks "merci" for all the wonders the night brings. The song ends with a repetition of the "pa pa papa pa palapapa" chorus, leaving listeners with a sense of joyous energy.

Overall, the lyrics of Les Wampas's "Ce soir c'est Noël" evoke the excitement and wonder of Christmas Eve through descriptions of the natural surroundings and a celebration of the unique and transformative energy of the night.

Line by Line Meaning

Pa pa papa pa palapapa
Musical interlude

Ce soir, ce soir c'est Noël
Tonight, tonight is Christmas

Les étoiles
The stars

Brillent dans le ciel
Are shining in the sky

Ce soir, ce soir c'est Noël, c'est Noël
Tonight, tonight is Christmas, it's Christmas

Il neige
It's snowing

Sur le Mont Saint-Michel
On Mont Saint-Michel

Ce soir, ce soir c'est No - ël, c'est Noël
Tonight, tonight is Christmas, it's Christmas

Non rien
Nothing really

N'est plus vraiment pareil
Is quite the same anymore

Ce soir, ce soir c'est Noël, c'est Noël
Tonight, tonight is Christmas, it's Christmas