One of MC Solaar's first claims to fame was the rap he did on a level one French language education tape: "Comment t'appelles-tu?".
MC Solaar's first single, Bouge de là, was a French hit in 1990 that went platinum, as was his first album, Qui Sème le Vent Récolte le Tempo. His second album, Prose Combat, may be his most acclaimed.
As a rapper MC Solaar is known for the complexity and poetry of his songs, which rely on wordplay, lyricism, and philosophical inquiry. The music is based on dance rhythms and sensual grooves. In the English-speaking world, Solaar was signed by London acid jazz label Talkin' Loud and invited to record with British group Urban Species and Guru, a member of the famous and highly-acclaimed New York group Gang Starr.
MC Solaar gained new fans in North America in early 2004, when his 2001 song La Belle Et Le Bad Boy was featured on the final episode of the popular television series Sex and the City. MC Solaar remains best-known outside of France for his work on Guru's Jazzmatazz project and as a guest rapper on the Missy Elliott track All N My Grill. Out of Guru and Solaar's collaboration, the single Le Bien, Le Mal (The Good, The Bad) was a popular Hip Hop/Dance crossover hit receiving playtime on MTV.
Superstarr
MC Solaar Lyrics
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Very superstitious, ladders bout' to fall
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Seven years of bad luck, the good things in your past
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer
Superstition ain't the way
Rid me of the problem, do all that you can
Keep me in a daydream, keep me goin' strong
You don't wanna save me, sad is my song
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer
Superstition ain't the way, yeh, yeh
Very superstitious, nothin' more to say
Very superstitious, the devil's on his way
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Seven years of bad luck, good things in your past
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Then you suffer, superstition ain't the way, no, no, no
The lyrics of MC Solaar's song "Superstarr" speak to the danger and futility of believing in superstitious beliefs. The song begins with the singer declaring that people are "very superstitious," and then goes on to list a number of common superstitious beliefs, such as the idea that writing on the wall or breaking a mirror will bring bad luck. The song also touches on the idea that superstitions are often passed down from generation to generation, as the "thirteen month old baby" in the lyrics breaks a mirror and is therefore thought to bring bad luck for seven years.
The chorus of the song emphasizes the harm that believing in superstitions can do, stating that those who believe in things they don't understand will suffer as a result. The singer makes it clear that superstitions are not the way to live one's life and that people should strive to get rid of these beliefs and focus on what they can understand.
Overall, "Superstarr" is a powerful commentary on the dangers of superstitious beliefs and their negative impact on people's lives. It encourages listeners to let go of these beliefs and to live in a way that is rational and based on facts.
Line by Line Meaning
Very superstitious, writing on the wall
Believing in omens and signs of the future written on the wall is a sign of being too superstitious.
Very superstitious, ladders bout' to fall
Believing that something bad is going to happen if a ladder falls on your way is a sign of being too superstitious.
Thirteen month old baby, broke the lookin' glass
Believing that breaking a mirror will bring 7 years of bad luck, even if it's done unknowingly by a thirteen month old baby, is a sign of being too superstitious.
Seven years of bad luck, the good things in your past
Believing in a superstition such as breaking a mirror brings 7 years of bad luck, which can make you overlook the good things you have had in your past.
When you believe in things that you don't understand
Believing in something without proper understanding can have negative consequences.
Then you suffer
Not understanding something that you believe in can lead to negative outcomes and suffering.
Superstition ain't the way
Believing in superstitions is not helpful, as it can lead to unnecessary worry and negative outcomes.
Very superstitious, wash your face and hands
Believing that washing your face and hands a certain way will keep bad luck away is a sign of being too superstitious.
Rid me of the problem, do all that you can
Trying to get rid of a superstitious problem can take a lot of effort and energy.
Keep me in a daydream, keep me goin' strong
Living in a daydream and believing in superstitions can give someone a sense of comfort and support.
You don't wanna save me, sad is my song
Others might not understand or want to help with a superstitious problem, which can make someone feel sad or isolated.
Very superstitious, nothin' more to say
Being too superstitious means there is not much else to say or do to convince someone otherwise.
The devil's on his way
Believing in supernatural evil beings can contribute to superstitions and can be harmful when not based on reality.
Lyrics © EMI Music Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: STEVLAND MORRIS
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Dj Leekid's 94
Mc Solaar c'est toute mon adolescence, content d'avoir grandi dans les années 90 avec un rappeur de ce calibre...rien avoir avec aujourd'hui.
kallen 19
c toi le meilleur mc ... voilà du vrai RAP certains devrais prendre exemple
Veronica Mars
Ce titre est dingue. Les paroles, le sous-texte, l'instru, les harmonies des chanteuses. Il n'y a rien à jeter.
Prenez le temps de lire le texte sans la musique, et de le décortiquer, c'est une pépite (comme tous les textes de MC Solaar)
Si vous cherchez à quoi fait référence le "16 de la Faisanderie, dans le 16ème à Paris", c'est l'adresse du musée de la contrefaçon. C'est tellement malin et novateur de le dire comme ça !
MOUNONI DILOULOU
Le king ! ha oui, y'a pas photo, oui poteau, c'est le topo
Julien Heuzé
Mc Solaar c'est la base.
Natalija NTM
❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🍀🐞💋😘🥰
Ange Ngo Toum
Ma super star
EMINƎM
Et ouais les 2000 et les 2005 c'est ça du rap
EMINƎM
@le gens non mais les 2000 ont des goûts de merde en rap
le gens
@EMINƎM pas besoin d'être un 2000 pour te trouver gênant