Tellier's first album, L'incroyable Vérité (The Incredible Truth), was released in 2001. Tellier went on tour with Air in support of the album. The track " Fantino" off the album was chosen by Sofia Coppola for the soundtrack to her 2003 film "Lost in Translation". Tellier followed L'incroyable Vérité with his second studio album Politics (2005). A particularly popular song from Politics was "La Ritournelle", a string-led tune, which featured Nigerian drummer, Tony Allen of Fela Kuti fame. "La Ritournelle" was remixed by various artists, notably in Britain by Metronomy.
Since the release of Politics, Tellier has also recorded an acoustic album of his more popular songs, Sessions (2006). The album was repackaged for the British market as Universe (2006), to include both highlights from the French CD, as well as compositions from Tellier's score for the film Narco.
His third studio album Sexuality was produced by Guy-Manuel de Homem-Christo of Daft Punk. Like his previous album Politics, Tellier used a single term as title and theme of the album.
On 7 March 2008, it was announced by Bruno Berberes, head of EBU delegation in France, that Tellier would represent France in the Eurovision Song Contest 2008. It was held in Belgrade on 24 May 2008. Tellier sang "Divine". This was the first time in the history of the contest that the nominated French entry was to be performed largely in English, which caused controversy, leading to Tellier pledging to increase the amount of French in the song prior to the competition itself.
Une Heure
Sébastien Tellier Lyrics
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And to carry on this flight
A chance to be noble
And brave tonight
The task lies ahead
For the chosen one to see
Follow the path a legend to be
Savage prophecy
Rise, rise, rise
Rise, rise, rise
You thought it was over
You thought we we're gone forever
The flames are still burning
This time we are gonna fight together
Back from the dead back from the war beyond
We left you behind but now the battle is won
United we stand
Metal will bring to the Promised Land
Power to rise, power to the gods of victory
Power to rise, power to the savage prophecy
Hail to the spirit hail to the king and the land
Metal domination the iron legions in command
United we stand
Metal will bring to the Promised Land
Power to rise, power to the gods of victory
Power to rise, power to the savage prophecy
Power to rise, power to the gods of victory
Power to rise, power to the savage prophecy
The savage prophecy
United we stand
Metal will bring to the Promised Land
Power to rise, power to the gods of victory
Power to rise, power to the savage prophecy
Power to rise, power to the gods of victory
Power to rise, power to the savage prophecy
The savage prophecy
The savage prophecy
To rise with the wind and to carry on this flight
A chance to be noble and brave tonight
The task lies ahead for the chosen one to see
We follow the path a legend, legend to be
The lyrics to Sébastien Tellier's song "Une heure" speak of rising above adversity and fighting for victory together with a united front. The first verse talks about the opportunity to be "noble and brave tonight," and the idea of following a path to become a legend. The "savage prophecy" also appears in these opening lines, alluding to a destiny that the chosen one must fulfill.
The second verse speaks of a return from the dead and the idea of coming back stronger than ever. The lines "we left you behind but now the battle is won" suggest that the singer and his companions have been through a tough time but emerged victorious. The chorus highlights the power to rise and the idea of victory through metal music. The lyrics speak of the gods of victory, and the idea of the Promised Land, which is typically associated with a place of abundance and favor.
Overall, the lyrics of "Une heure" are imbued with a strong sense of resilience and the idea of overcoming adversity through unity and determination. Through references to legends, destinies, and gods, the song seems to suggest that there is a higher purpose to the struggles we face, and that we can rise to meet our full potential with the right mindset and support.
Line by Line Meaning
To rise with the wind
To ascend effortlessly, taking advantage of the natural forces around us
And to carry on this flight
To continue on this journey with purpose and direction
A chance to be noble
An opportunity to do something virtuous and worthy of admiration
And brave tonight
To face danger or adversity without fear, with valor and courage
The task lies ahead
There is a task that needs to be accomplished in the future
For the chosen one to see
Only those who have been selected or deemed suitable can perceive it
Follow the path a legend to be
Pursue the course that will lead to greatness and renown
Savage prophecy
An ominous prediction or foretelling of events that may come to pass
You thought it was over
You believed that it had concluded or ended
You thought we were gone forever
You believed that we were gone or absent for good
The flames are still burning
The passion or enthusiasm for something is still burning brightly
This time we are gonna fight together
Now, we will unite and confront the challenge as one
Back from the dead back from the war beyond
Returned from the realm of the deceased and from a conflict that was beyond imagination
We left you behind but now the battle is won
We have surpassed you, but now it is time for us to triumph over the conflict
United we stand
Together, we are unbreakable
Metal will bring to the Promised Land
The power of heavy metal music will lead us to an ideal and fulfilling place
Power to rise, power to the gods of victory
We have the fortitude to ascend and the favor of the deities who bring triumph
Hail to the spirit hail to the king and the land
We respect and honor the essence, the monarch and the territory
Metal domination the iron legions in command
Metal music reigns supreme and commands the troops who are unyielding in battle
The savage prophecy
The ominous prediction of events that may come to pass
Writer(s): sébastien tellier
Contributed by Leo M. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@nicolepertusati3393
RESPECT Sébastien Tellier. Amitiés. NiVek-K 🎹🎹🎹
@royb3379
listened to this so many times its so fucking stylish. is there a full actual text? you know, for karaoke
@MrPezzzz
My hand gets lots of love listening to this song
@danielhazelrigg4351
1 year later
@marcellepepe
1 year later again
@tykemeawaywyou
M-Pez-oh, so you must moisturize well then?
@CartesisMagie
@@marcellepepe 1 year later once again
@marcellepepe
@@CartesisMagie hope was good... I forgot this so thank you...
@b.c.5555
What are the actual lyrics? I don't hear the words I found on google...
@mutestingray
Just make up your own.