C'est la vie
Nevil Robbie Lyrics
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That's okay
But they've got me workin' night and day
Punchin' in
Punchin' out
Is this really what life's all about?
What ya gonna do, what ya gonna feel?
What ya gonna feel, what ya gonna do?
Ooh, won't someone tell me?
What ya wanna say, what ya wanna do?
There's only one thing left to say
What ya wanna do, what ya wanna say? Woo
C'est la vie, c'est la vie
That's just the way it goes (that's life)
Oh yeah
C'est la vie, c'est la vie
That's just the way it goes (that's life)
Baby's gone, all alone (all alone)
Are you sad because you're on your own?
Get that girl, party down
There's so many good ones still around
What ya gonna do, what ya gonna feel?
I don't know
What ya gonna feel, what ya gonna do?
Ooh, won't someone tell me
What ya wanna say, what ya wanna do?
I guess there's just one thing to say
What ya wanna do, what ya wanna say? Woo-hoo
C'est la vie, c'est la vie
That's just the way it goes (that's life)
Oh yeah, ooh
C'est la vie, c'est la vie
That's just the way it goes (that's life), oh
Hey it's J.J. (hey it's J.J.)
What you been doin'?
You say your car broke down, the thing just isn't movin'
J.-j.j., don't you know?
When you're down there's just one way to go
Now sing it
C'est la vie, c'est la vie
That's just the way it goes (that's life)
Sometimes
C'est la vie, c'est la vie (ay, yeah)
That's just the way it goes
C'est la vie, c'est la vie
That's just the way it goes (that's life)
Mh-ay, ooh-yeah, mmh-yeah
C'est la vie, c'est la vie
Oh, that's just the way it goes (that's life)
You know it, ooh, yeah
C'est la vie, c'est la vie
That's just the way it goes (that's life)
C'est la vie, c'est la vie
(C'est la vie)
(That's life)
The lyrics to Nevil Robbie's song "C'est La Vie" express a sense of acceptance and resignation toward the ups and downs of life. The singer speaks of a job that is adequate, but takes up all of their time and energy. They question whether this is all there is to life. In the chorus, the phrase "C'est la vie," which means "that's life" in French, is used to suggest that these struggles are simply a part of the human experience and cannot be helped. The singer wonders what they should do or feel about their situation, but ultimately concludes that there is nothing to be done except accept it.
The second verse introduces a love interest whom the singer has lost. They express sadness at being alone but suggest that there are other opportunities for love and that they should move on. The verse ends with another repetition of the questions and uncertainties from the first verse. The bridge features a brief dialogue between the singer and an acquaintance named J.J. who has car trouble. J.J. is advised to keep pushing through the tough times and to sing the refrain of the song in order to lift their spirits.
Overall, "C'est La Vie" conveys a message of resilience in the face of life's difficulties. The song acknowledges that sometimes things don't go our way and that it can be hard to keep going, but ultimately suggests that by accepting our circumstances and keeping a positive attitude, we can come out on top.
Line by Line Meaning
Got a job
I have found employment
That's okay
It is satisfactory, but not particularly exciting
But they've got me workin' night and day
However, I am working long hours, late into the night
Punchin' in
I arrive at work to clock in
Punchin' out
I leave work after clocking out
Is this really what life's all about?
Is this what the purpose of existence should be?
What ya gonna do, what ya gonna feel?
What actions will you take, what will you experience?
I don't know
I am uncertain
What ya wanna say, what ya wanna do?
What is your desire, what do you intend to do about it?
There's only one thing left to say
There is just one response left to give
C'est la vie, c'est la vie
This is life, that's just how it is
That's just the way it goes (that's life)
This is the typical scenario
Baby's gone, all alone (all alone)
My lover has left me, leaving me solitary
Are you sad because you're on your own?
Are you unhappy due to being without a partner?
Get that girl, party down
Find someone new, go out and have fun
There's so many good ones still around
There are many potential romantic partners to be found
I guess there's just one thing to say
I suppose there is only one response to offer
Hey it's J.J. (hey it's J.J.)
Hello, it's J.J.
What you been doin'?
What activities have you been engaging in?
You say your car broke down, the thing just isn't movin'
You mention that your vehicle has malfunctioned and is not operating
J.-j.j., don't you know?
Oh J.J., do you not realize?
When you're down there's just one way to go
If you are feeling low, there is only one direction to rise
Sometimes
Occasionally
(C'est la vie)
(That's life)
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Duncan Pain, Mark Holding, Robbie Nevil
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@derek.rodriguez2k18
They don’t make songs like this anymore!!! Miss the 80s!!!
@ElvarMasson
It's easy to make a song like this 😉
@carlbittner9691
Old boomer here, just turned 75 a few weeks ago. Was in my mid 30s when I first heard it and immediately adopted it as my go to if things got a little rough in life. Just dropped in to get the link to send to a friend. While here I decided to leave a comment and listen to it once again (4 times lol).
@lb9371
You go, Old boomer! I'm 49 and I just lost it as soon as I hit play! It came up as a suggestion. Soooo goood!
@katherts
Admit it. Four times for the chicks in video.
@steviebboy69
I was looking for another one I heard on the radio and it was Sonny & Cher Sing C'est La Vie, but I found this one as well. I remember it and I would have been in my teens.
@the_gilded_age_phoenix8717
Ok, Boomer. Just had to do it...couldn't help myself.
@the_gilded_age_phoenix8717
@@katherts Four times for the oil jacks and the dude on the forklift.
@LanaWalks
Us Gen X’ers had the best music in the 80’s. Lots of memories and good times❣️
@Nopaants
It’s called the decade of decadence for a reason. The pinnacle of of this society. Glad to have lived at the peak of this nation.