Although Bruel aspired to be a football star as a youth, he decided to pursue singing after seeing Michel Sardou in 1975. His first success came as an actor, however, in 1979's Le Coup de sirocco. He continued acting in films, on television and in the theater while pursuing his singing career. His first single, "Vide" ("Empty"), released in 1982, was not a success, but the follow up, "Marre de cette nana-là" ("Fed up with that chick"), was a hit.
In 2003, he had his last name officially changed to Bruel-Benguigui, his stage name with his birthname, before his partner Amanda Maruani gave birth to his first child, Oscar, on August 19. On September 21, 2004, he wed the 24-year-old Maruani; it is his first marriage. His second child, Léon Bruel was born on the 28th September, 2005.
As of 2004 Bruel has acted in more than 40 different television and film productions and made five studio albums and several live albums. His last album to date is Entre Deux (2002), a double CD of classic chanson that features duets with Charles Aznavour, Jean-Louis Aubert, Jean-Jacques Goldman, Alain Souchon and Renaud, among others. It sold two million copies and made Bruel France's best paid singer of the year. At the beginning of 2005, in response to the South Asian tsunami of December 26, 2004, Bruel wrote the song "Et puis la terre" to benefit the Red Cross.
Mon repère
Patrick Bruel Lyrics
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J'ai encore deux trois questions pour reprendre la discussion
Je sais bien qu'tu n'viendras pas
Que tu ne viendras plus
Tu es parti tellement vite mon ami, mon grand frère
L'avenue Victor Hugo résonne encore de tes mots
Ils sont partout dans ce couloir et l'odeur d'un cigare
Dis, est-ce que c'est l'heure de grandir?
Tu me laisses face à moi, me laisses-tu le choix?
Dis, toi qui voyais tout venir
Si tu savais ici, si tu savais mon Guy
Je reviens dans ta rue chercher quoi, je ne sais pas
Cette lumière à ta fenêtre quand tu triais mais peut être
Et que tout devenait clair, j'ai perdu mon repère
Le froid tombe sur ce banc, dans mon silence je t'entends
Je revois nos quatorze mai
Nos déjeuners, nos fous rires
Qui nous rendaient pour quelques heures
Heureux de vieillir
Dis, est-ce que c'est l'heure de grandir?
Tu me laisses face à quoi, me laisses-tu le choix?
Oui, toi qui voyais l'avenir
Si tu savais ici mais tu savais mon Guy
Tellement seul, seul
Seul mon ami, mon grand frère
Mon chagrin, mon repère
J'ai le monde à l'envers
Tu pars, tu pars
Tu pars plus haut que ces étoiles
Qui t'attendent tout à l'heure pour une haie d'honneur
Guy avait des idéaux d'enfant et des armes de vieux sage
Dans le désordre il aimait le vin, sa famille, le droit constit'
Ses étudiants, ses potes, les casinos, son scooter
Les soirées d'été qui traînaient sur les terrasses
La France, la France éperdument
Guy aimait gagner en partant de situations compliquées
Comme si la vie était un grand casse-tête qu'il se réjouissait d'essayer de résoudre
Pour les autres, toujours pour les autres
Qui se sentent tellement seuls aujourd'hui
Les weekend à Evian, ses cravates improbables
Et puis Claire, Claire
Dessine-moi un Guy
These lyrics are from Patrick Bruel's song "Mon repère." The song is an homage to a close friend or brother named Guy who has passed away.
The first verse portrays the singer sitting alone on a bench, waiting for Guy. Despite knowing that Guy won't come, there are still questions left for him. The mention of the Avenue Victor Hugo symbolizes the deep connection the singer had with Guy and how his words can still be heard echoing through the street. The smell of a cigar adds to the nostalgic atmosphere.
The second verse reflects the singer's sense of loss and confusion. They wonder if it's time to grow up and face life's challenges without Guy's guidance. The line "me laisses-tu le choix?" (do you leave me any choice?) suggests that the singer feels abandoned and unsure of how to move forward without Guy's foresight.
In the third verse, the singer returns to Guy's street, unsure of what they are searching for. The light in Guy's window represents a sense of clarity and familiarity, but now that it's gone, the singer feels lost. The mention of May 14th and shared memories of laughter and happiness emphasize the bond they shared.
The chorus repeats the questions about growing up and facing life without Guy. The singer longs for Guy's ability to see the future and understand their current situation. They feel alone and disoriented, with the world turned upside down.
The final verse is an ode to Guy's character and passions. He had the ideals of a child but the wisdom of an old sage. He loved wine, his family, studying law, his friends, and even the casinos and his scooter. He enjoyed summer evenings on terraces and had a deep love for France. Guy was skilled at finding solutions in complex situations, always helping others and making them feel less alone. The mention of Claire, presumably a loved one, suggests he had a strong supportive network.
Overall, these lyrics express the singer's grief and longing for their departed friend, Guy. The song reminisces about their shared experiences and highlights Guy's positive qualities and impact on others' lives.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Patrick Bruel, Amanda Sthers, Roman Chelminski, Marie-Florence Gros, Raphel Chassin
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