Frère
Lilian Renaud Lyrics


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Frère on arrive au port
Frère on va vivre encore
Frère on est libre et fier
Frère que va-t-on me faire?
Moi qui hier qui fuyais la guerre
Subie sur vos terres
La même misère
Frère on arrive à peine
Frère on va vivre quand même
Frère je n'ai pas le choix
Frère que fait-on de moi?
Un fauve en cage
Sauvé du naufrage
Pour trouver sur vos plages
Les mêmes sauvages
Que faire?
J'ai perdu le nord
Chassé dehors
Je chavire encore

Encore
Ah mon frère faut-il que j'espère?
Dis que va tu faire?
D'un homme à la mer
Dis moi que demain
Dis moi que tu viens




Me tendre la main
La main

Overall Meaning

In the song "Frère" by Lilian Renaud, the lyrics convey a deep sense of longing and uncertainty, as well as themes of freedom, struggle, and hope. The singer, referred to as "Brother," is navigating through life's challenges and transitions, seeking a sense of belonging and purpose amidst adversity.


In the first verse, the singer and his companions arrive at the port, symbolizing a new beginning or arrival at a destination. The repetition of "Frère" throughout the lyrics highlights a bond between individuals facing similar struggles and seeking a sense of freedom and pride despite past hardships. The mention of fleeing from war and experiencing poverty on their previous lands underscores the shared experiences of hardship and displacement.


As the song progresses, the singer reflects on the challenges they continue to face in their new environment. The uncertainty of their future and the limited choices they have highlight a sense of powerlessness and being trapped in circumstances beyond their control. The imagery of a "wild animal in a cage" rescued from a shipwreck but surrounded by the same savagery on the shores reflects a sense of disillusionment and frustration with their current reality.


The chorus of the song, with the repeated questioning of "What are we going to do?" and the plea for hope and reassurance from a brother figure, conveys a yearning for support and guidance in navigating through life's uncertainties. The repeated mention of extending a helping hand and coming together as a community emphasizes the importance of solidarity and mutual aid in facing challenges and building a new beginning. Overall, "Frère" captures a poignant narrative of resilience, camaraderie, and the enduring hope for a brighter future amidst adversity.


Line by Line Meaning

Frère on arrive au port
Brother, we are finally reaching the harbor


Frère on va vivre encore
Brother, we will keep on living


Frère on est libre et fier
Brother, we are free and proud


Frère que va-t-on me faire?
Brother, what will they do to me?


Moi qui hier qui fuyais la guerre Subie sur vos terres La même misère
I, who yesterday was fleeing the war Suffered on your lands The same misery


Frère on arrive à peine
Brother, we are barely making it


Frère on va vivre quand même
Brother, we will keep on living nonetheless


Frère je n'ai pas le choix
Brother, I have no choice


Frère que fait-on de moi?
Brother, what will become of me?


Un fauve en cage Sauvé du naufrage Pour trouver sur vos plages Les mêmes sauvages
A wild animal in a cage Saved from shipwreck To find on your shores The same savages


Que faire? J'ai perdu le nord Chassé dehors Je chavire encore
What to do? I lost my way Thrown outside I am still adrift


Ah mon frère faut-il que j'espère? Dis que va tu faire? D'un homme à la mer Dis moi que demain Dis moi que tu viens Me tendre la main La main
Ah my brother, should I hope? Tell me what will you do? From a man to the sea Tell me that tomorrow Tell me that you will come Reach out your hand The hand




Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: LILIAN RENAUD, ZAZIE, EDITH FAMBUENA, JULIEN NOEL

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