Le chasseur
Louane Lyrics

Il était cinq heures du matin
The early hour, a time of tranquility, sets the stage for reflection and anticipation of the day's adventure.

On avançait dans les marais
We moved forward through the wetlands, a landscape both alive and mystifying, hinting at our connection with nature.

Couverts de brume
Shrouded in mist, creating an atmosphere of mystery and obscurity, enhancing the sense of exploration.

J'avais mon fusil dans les mains
With my rifle in hand, I embodied both a hunter and a participant in the natural world, aware of the weight of my actions.

Un passereau prenait au loin
A small bird soared in the distance, representing freedom and the beauty of nature, juxtaposed with my intent to hunt.

De l'altitude
At an elevated height, the bird symbolized aspirations and perspectives beyond my immediate surroundings.

Les chiens pressés marchaient devant
The eager dogs hastened ahead, embodying instinct and excitement, guiding us through the thick vegetation.

Dans les roseaux
Among the reeds, where life thrived and secrets were hidden, nature's vibrancy surrounded us.

Par dessus l'étang
Over the pond, a transition point where water reflects the wonders above, connecting different realms of nature.

Soudain j'ai vu
Suddenly, I glimpsed something significant, a moment that drew my attention sharply amidst the serene surroundings.

Passer les oies sauvages
The wild geese flying overhead symbolized untamed freedom and the journeys of life that beckoned.

Elles s'en allaient
They were departing, emphasizing the transient nature of life and the inevitability of change.

Vers le midi
Heading toward the south, a direction often associated with warmth and vitality, suggesting a quest for comfort.

La Méditerranée
The Mediterranean, a place of rich beauty and allure, representing dreams and destinations beyond immediate reach.

Un vol de perdreaux
A flight of partridges took to the air, emblematic of the cycle of life and the interconnectedness of nature.

Par dessus les champs
Over the fields, where crops grow and life is nourished, the path of the birds demonstrated the unity of existence.

Montait dans les nuages
Ascending into the clouds, they represented ambition and the pursuit of aspirations that linger just out of reach.

La forêt chantait
The forest sang, a melody of life that echoed the harmony and beauty of the natural world surrounding us.

Le soleil brillait
The sun shone brightly, illuminating the landscape, providing warmth and a sense of hopefulness.

Au bout des marécages
At the end of the swamps, a metaphor for the journey through complexities of life toward clarity and light.

Avec mon fusil dans les mains
With my rifle in hand, I grappled with my role in this ecosystem, reflecting on the moral implications of my choices.

Au fond de moi je me sentais
Deep within, I felt a stirring, an inner conflict between the hunter and the admirer of life.

Un peu coupable
Somewhat guilty for the act of hunting, reminding me of the delicate balance between human desires and nature's needs.

Alors je suis parti tout seul
Thus, I left alone, seeking solitude to confront my thoughts and feelings without distraction or pressure.

J'ai emmené mon épagneul
I took my spaniel along, a companion symbolizing loyalty and joy, making the experience more bearable.

En promenade
On a walk, a seemingly simple act that becomes a journey of introspection and discovery.

Je regardais
I gazed around, appreciating the beauty of the world, each detail fostering a connection to something greater.

Le bleu du ciel
The blue of the sky, a vast canvas of possibility, evoking feelings of freedom and inspiration.

Et j'étais bien
And I felt content, enveloped in the simplicity and peace of nature's embrace.

Et tous ces oiseaux
And all those birds, a reminder of unencumbered existence and the pure joy of simply being.

Qui étaient si bien
Who thrived in their natural habitat, embodying a sense of belonging that I longed for.

Là-haut dans les nuages
Up there in the clouds, a space of dreams and aspirations that felt tantalizingly close yet distant.

J'aurais bien aimé les accompagner
I would have loved to join them on their journey, aspiring to experience the freedom they exemplified.

Au bout de leur voyage
At the end of their voyage, a metaphor for reaching one's destination and fulfilling one's purpose.

Mais tous ces oiseaux
But all these birds, a reminder of the choices that divide us from the lives we yearn to live.

Qui étaient si bien
Who were so at peace, highlighting my own struggles with contentment and the complexities of existence.

Là-haut dans les nuages
Up there in the clouds, reiterating the aspiration towards freedom and the life beyond immediate reality.

J'aurais bien aimé les accompagner
I would have cherished the opportunity to accompany them, blending my spirit with theirs in the pursuit of joy.

Au bout de leur voyage
At the end of their voyage, suggesting a yearning for closure and understanding in one's own pathways.

Oui tous ces oiseaux
Yes, all those birds, a reminder that their existence prompts deeper reflection on my place in this world.

Qui étaient si bien
Who were thriving, serving as a poignant contrast to my internal conflicts about purpose and existence.

Là-haut dans les nuages
Up there in the clouds, a recurrent symbol of dreams and the life I long for, highlighting my aspirations.