Le coeur de mon coeur
Marilou Lyrics

The lyrics of Marilou's song "Le coeur de mon coeur" tell a story of longing, heartbreak, and the lingering presence of a loved one who has departed. The song starts with the imagery of a small camisole and walls covered in mirrors, suggesting a fragile and confined existence. The line "Tu parles un français inégal" ("You speak uneven French") may indicate a communication barrier or the difficulty in expressing emotions.

The next stanza describes deteriorating floorboards under a pale green chair and the singer switching channels on the TV. These details create a sense of stagnation and routine in their life. The repetition of "Tu manges le cœur des pommes" ("You eat the heart of apples") suggests a metaphorical consumption of something pure and innocent, perhaps symbolizing the heart of the singer. The weight of the departed loved one's absence is emphasized with the line "Tu es parti et le mien pèse une tonne" ("You left and mine weighs a ton").

The chorus poses questions to the departed loved one, asking if it is their doing that certain things in the singer's environment still remind them of the person. The reference to the frizzy corners of the carpets and the singing hinges of doors signifies a haunting and lingering presence. The questions highlight the singer's struggle to let go and move on.

In the final stanza, the singer reflects on taking the shortest path in life with their youth on their back, possibly indicating a sense of having matured too quickly or missing out on certain experiences. The weight of their experience becomes even heavier at the hospital, suggesting a burden of emotional pain and the realization of mortality. The line "J'ai eu droit à ton seul je t'aime" ("I was granted your one 'I love you'") implies that the person has left a lasting impact with their declaration of love.

The last repetition of "Je mange le cœur d'une pomme" ("I eat the heart of an apple") indicates a shift in the singer's behavior. They now emulate the departed loved one's actions, possibly as a way to keep their memory alive or to cope with the heaviness in their heart.