Born in Iskretz, Bulgaria, to a Bulgarian-Armenian father and a Hungarian mother, Vartan arrived in France when she was 10. She married the French rocker Johnny Hallyday on April 12, 1965 in Loconville. They have a son, David Hallyday (who is also a singer), born David Michael Benjamin Smet on August 14, 1966. Johnny Hallyday and Sylvie Vartan were France's "Golden Couple" of their generation. They divorced on November 4, 1980.
She is currently married to American media mogul Tony Scotti. She is actor Michael Vartan's aunt.
In 2005, Sylvie Vartan was appointed as WHO Goodwill Ambassador for Maternal and Child Health in the European Region.
Her European hits include "Panne d'essence" ('Out Of Gas'), "Comme un garçon" ('Like a boy'), "J’ai un problème, je crois bien que je t’aime" ('I have a problem: I really think I love you'), and "La plus belle pour aller danser" ('The most beautiful to go dancing'). She is also rembered for such songs such as "L'amour c'est comme une cigarette" (Love is like a cigarette)
Drive My Car
Sylvie Vartan Lyrics
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I wanna be famous, a star on the screen
But you can do something in between
Baby you can drive my car, yes I'm gonna be a star
Baby you can drive my car and baby I love you
I told a girl that my prospects were good
Working for peanuts is all very fine but I can show you a better time
Baby you can drive my car, yes I'm gonna be a star
Baby you can drive my car and baby I love you
Beep beep'm beep beep yeah
Baby you can drive my car, yes I'm gonna be a star
Baby you can drive my car and baby I love you
I told a girl I can start right away
And she said listen babe I got something to say
I got no car and it's breaking my heart
But I've found a driver and that's a start
Baby you can drive my car, yes I'm gonna be a star
Baby you can drive my car and baby I love you
Beep beep'm beep beep yeah, beep beep'm beep beep yeah
Beep beep'm beep beep yeah, beep beep'm beep beep yeah.
Sylvie Vartan's song "Drive My Car" is a cover of the Beatles classic, with a slightly altered arrangement and an added French vocal track. The song can be interpreted as a story about someone trying to make it big in show business and the sacrifices they are willing to make to achieve their dreams. The first verse introduces a girl who wants to be famous and on the big screen, but acknowledges that there may be something else she can do in the meantime. The chorus, where the singer offers to let her "drive my car," can be seen as a metaphor for the support and encouragement they are providing to help her reach her goals.
In the second verse, the singer shares that they also have prospects for success and are willing to work hard to achieve them. However, the girl responds that she can offer him more than just a low-paying job, implying that perhaps their relationship could provide mutual benefits. The bridge, where the iconic "beep beep" sound is introduced, serves as a musical break before the final verse.
In the third verse, the singer offers to help a girl who is also trying to make it in show business but is struggling because she doesn't have a car. The girl has found a driver, showing that she is resourceful and determined to find a way to succeed, even if it means taking unconventional measures. The song concludes with another repetition of the chorus, emphasizing the love and support the singer is offering to help the girl achieve her dreams.
Overall, "Drive My Car" can be interpreted as a story about sacrifice and support in pursuit of one's goals. It showcases the challenges and uncertainty that are often part of a creative career, but also the passion and determination that drive people to keep going despite the obstacles.
Line by Line Meaning
Asked a girl what she wanted to be, she said baby, can't you see
I asked a girl about her aspirations, and she responded by saying she wants to be famous.
I wanna be famous, a star on the screen
She wants to become known, to be a celebrity on television.
But you can do something in between
But in the meantime, there are other things that can be done to make that happen.
Baby you can drive my car, yes I'm gonna be a star
You can help me achieve my goals by driving me around, and I'll become famous.
Baby you can drive my car and baby I love you
I'll be grateful to you for the assistance and will love you for it.
I told a girl that my prospects were good
I informed a girl that my future looked promising.
And she said baby, it's understood
And she responded by saying that she comprehends.
Working for peanuts is all very fine but I can show you a better time
Working for a small wage is okay, but I can offer you a more satisfying and enjoyable experience.
Beep beep'm beep beep yeah
Car honking sound effect used as an interlude.
I told a girl I can start right away
I informed a girl that I can begin immediately.
And she said listen babe I got something to say
She responded by saying that she wants to make an announcement.
I got no car and it's breaking my heart
She doesn't have a car, and it's causing her sadness.
But I've found a driver and that's a start
But she has found a driver and that is a positive beginning.
Beep beep'm beep beep yeah, beep beep'm beep beep yeah
Car honking sound effect used as an interlude.
Beep beep'm beep beep yeah, beep beep'm beep beep yeah.
Car honking sound effect used as an outro.
Contributed by Hunter B. Suggest a correction in the comments below.