Divine
Sébastien Tellier Lyrics


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No no no no no no no
I'm looking for a band today
I see the Chivers anyway
Through my eyes

Oh oh oh
I,… I'm alone in life to say
I love the Chivers anyway
'Cause Chivers look divine
Look away
They try to find the Milky Way
They love to drink it every day

No no no no no no no
You,… you and I, it's like you said
I'm not a Chivers anyway
You look fine

Oh oh oh
I,… I'm alone in life to say
I love the Chivers anyway
'Cause Chivers look divine
Look away
They try to find the Milky Way

I'm…, I'm alone in life to say
I love the Chivers anyway
In your eyes

Oh oh oh
I'm looking for a band today
I see the Chivers anyway




I'll be a Chivers guy some day
In my mind

Overall Meaning

The lyrics to Sébastien Tellier's song "Divine" are somewhat cryptic, leaving the meaning open to interpretation. The repetition of "no no no" and "oh oh oh" give the impression of someone searching for something, and the lyrics seem to touch on themes of loneliness, desire, and a yearning for something beyond oneself. The repeated reference to "Chivers" suggests that this is a group or a place that the singer is drawn to, perhaps as a way of escaping their current situation.


The lyrics suggest that the Chivers are something to aspire to - they "look divine" and "try to find the Milky Way" - and the singer seems to long to be a part of their world. However, there is also a sense of distance between the singer and the Chivers; they are not "a Chivers anyway" and are "alone in life to say" that they love them. This could suggest that the Chivers represent an unattainable ideal, or a lifestyle that is out of reach for the singer.


Overall, the lyrics to "Divine" are enigmatic and intriguing. They convey a sense of longing and desire, but the exact meaning is left up to the listener's interpretation.


Line by Line Meaning

No no no no no no no
The singer is emphasizing that they don't want something.


I'm looking for a band today
The singer is searching for something new to join and be part of.


I see the Chivers anyway
Despite their search, the singer continues to encounter the Chivers, a group of people they admire.


Through my eyes
The artist is expressing their own perspective on the world and their experiences.


Oh oh oh
An exclamation of strong emotion or feeling.


I, I'm alone in life to say
The singer feels isolated and unique in their beliefs or outlook on life.


I love the Chivers anyway
Despite feeling alone, the singer has an admiration for the Chivers and their way of life.


'Cause Chivers look divine
The artist sees the Chivers as perfect or ideal.


Look away
The artist is telling the listener to look away from the scene or situation.


They try to find the Milky Way
The Chivers are searching for something beyond what is immediately visible or attainable.


They love to drink it every day
The Chivers are passionate and dedicated to their search, even if it's not always easy or rewarding.


You, you and I, it's like you said
The artist is acknowledging the similar perspective or experience they share with the listener.


I'm not a Chivers anyway
The singer clarifies that they don't fully identify as a Chivers, despite their admiration.


You look fine
The singer is giving a compliment or reassurance to the listener.


I'm alone in life to say
The singer reiterates their sense of isolation or uniqueness.


I love the Chivers anyway
Despite feeling different, the artist still admires and respects the Chivers.


'Cause Chivers look divine
The Chivers continue to be seen as ideal or perfect.


Look away
The singer is again telling the listener to look away or not focus on something specific.


They try to find the Milky Way
The Chivers remain dedicated to their greater search.


I'm, I'm alone in life to say
The artist repeats their sense of isolation and difference.


I love the Chivers anyway
Despite feeling alone, the artist still holds a deep admiration for the Chivers and what they represent.


In your eyes
The artist shifts focus to the eyes of the listener or another specific individual.


I'm looking for a band today
The singer continues to search for something or someone to be a part of.


I see the Chivers anyway
Despite their search, the artist continues to encounter the Chivers and their ideal way of life.


I'll be a Chivers guy some day
The singer expresses a desire to fully embody the ethos and principles of the Chivers and become part of their community.


In my mind
The singer focuses on their own thoughts and internal experience.




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@RecordMakers

From "Sexuality", available in vinyl, CD and digital: https://sebastientellier.bandcamp.com

@carmenriche7544

🌴🇫🇷🇩🇪💝🌲🎁😁

@asjoben82

We in Serbia, where the contest took place, mostly agreed that this is the best song we heard that evening.

@rw8733

You were right!

@bigrayl

How dare you?

@zirtapot57

This song was too good for Eurovision.

@IvnValmont

Was it in Eurovision? Rally? Which year?

@zirtapot57

@@IvnValmont 2008

@IvnValmont

@@zirtapot57 Thank :D

@jameswebb4974

Boring

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