As a teen, Tété drew his musical inspiration from the pop and rock music of the day. Using the guitar given him by his mother, he assembled small bands with friends and began experimenting with songwriting, composing mainly in English.
In 1998 Tété moved to Paris, playing cafés and busking before forming a successful trio with drummer Alberto Malo and bassist Evy Moon. Thanks to luck and a unique sound the young men were quickly signed to Sony/Epic, releasing their debut record, L'Air de Rien, in 2001.
While working on the record, Tété maintained a busy performing schedule as a solo artist, building a healthy-sized fan base via small Paris clubs and cafés. His polished, infectious live presence was captured on 2003's Par Monts et Vallons, which featured recordings from three different live shows.
A year later Tété's second studio production hit the airwaves with a series of well-liked singles. A la Favuer de l'Automne generated radio hits such as "Emma Stanton" and the title track, "A la Faveur de l'Automne."
Large venue performances and international touring the following summer brought Tété from the underground scene to the mainstream market. His 2006 release Le Sacre des Lemmings et Autres Contes de la Lisiere addressed an array of social themes, his first overtly political project.
Albums to date:
2001 L' Air de Rien
2003 Par Monts et Vallons (Live)
2004 A la Faveur de l'Automne
2004 L' Air de Rien/Par Monts et Vallons
2006 Le Sacre des Lemmings
2007 A La Faveur de l'Automne/Le Sacre des Lemmings
Love Love Love
Tété Lyrics
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Love me sweet,
Never let me go.
You have made my life complete,
And I love you so.
Love me tender,
Love me true,
For my darlin' I love you,
And I always will.
Love me tender,
Love me long,
Take me to your heart.
For it's there that I belong,
And we'll never part.
Love me tender,
Love me true
All my dreams fulfilled.
For my darlin I love you,
And I always will.
Love me tender,
Love me dear,
Tell me you are mine.
I'll be yours through all the years,
Till the end of time.
Love me tender,
Love me true,
All my dreams fulfilled.
For my darlin I love you,
And I always will.
The lyrics of Tete's "Love Love Love" are reminiscent of an old classic love song, "Love Me Tender" by Elvis Presley. The song begins with the repetitive refrain of "Love me tender, love me sweet, never let me go," which sets the tone for the peace and security that love can bring. The lyrics speak to a deep and passionate love that completes one's life in every way possible. The singer expresses a desire for a love that is steadfast and true, and that will last an eternity.
The theme of love and its ability to fulfill one's dreams is consistently represented throughout the song. The lyrics highlight how the lover is the missing piece that creates a sense of completeness in life, while also acknowledging the importance of belonging and never separating. The singer expresses a genuine need to be loved, and the promise to be loyal in return. The final lines of the song convey an unshakable commitment to the lover, promising to be there "through all the years, Till the end of time."
Overall, the lyrics of Tete's "Love Love Love" are a beautiful expression of deep and abiding love. Through its poetic, timeless language, the song speaks to the universal experience of finding, cherishing and honoring a love that makes life complete.
Line by Line Meaning
Love me tender,
Show me affection in a gentle, caring manner,
Love me sweet,
Express your love towards me in a kind and affectionate way,
Never let me go.
Promise me that you will never leave me alone or abandon me,
You have made my life complete,
You have filled my life with joy and happiness, and fulfilled all my desires and aspirations,
And I love you so.
I love you deeply, truly, and sincerely with all my heart and soul,
Love me tender,
Keep showering your love upon me with gentleness and tenderness,
Love me true,
Be truthful and faithful in your love towards me,
All my dreams fulfilled.
All my hopes, desires, and ambitions have been realized because of your love,
For my darlin' I love you,
I love you dearly, and you are the one I hold close to my heart,
And I always will.
My love for you will never diminish or fade away, no matter what happens,
Love me tender,
Continue to show your love towards me in a gentle and caring way,
Love me long,
Love me forever, and never let our love die out over the years,
Take me to your heart.
Bring me closer to your heart and let our love blossom and flourish,
For it's there that I belong,
Being with you is where I feel most at home and happy,
And we'll never part.
Our love will continue to grow and last forever, and we will never be separated,
Love me tender,
Show me affection with tenderness and care,
Love me true
Love me sincerely and honestly,
All my dreams fulfilled.
All that I ever wished for in life has come true because of your love for me,
For my darlin I love you,
I love you deeply, and you are the one who means everything to me,
And I always will.
I will love you forever, and my love for you will never die or fade away,
Love me dear,
Love me sincerely, affectionately, and fondly,
Tell me you are mine.
Assure me that you belong to me, and that our love is real and everlasting,
I'll be yours through all the years,
I will be with you, by your side, through all the ups and downs of life,
Till the end of time.
My love for you will last forever, until the end of time.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Elvis Presley, Vera Matson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Patricia FERRERE
Toujours un kiff Tété!!!!
Bluepixielife
Merci Tété pour ta simplicité et tes mots magique qui résonne et vibre dans nos coeurs ^^ Merci :)
perrine bastos
Des mots simples et une mélodie qui met du baume au coeur
Ee
Un retour en arrière totalement ouf! Merci🌈
maxspi_
Je suis d'accord
Vincent
En pleine dépression et suicidaire je tombe sur Mr Tété après ne pas l'avoir écouté plusieurs années, C'est bon! j'ai retrouvé le sourire et plus envie de mourir!!! merci merci merci Tété, j'en est pleuré de joie et sa c'est pas donné a tous le monde, MERCI Tété j'ai dit a ma psy d'allée ce faire f..... 😁
L Cad'you
😬... ça va mieux ?
REDHA BOUKALFA
@L Cad'you j'espère 😅
emilie thiebault
Mes années lycée ! Merci tété. Je t'écoute toujours.
EMMA B
Premier son Je suis fan .....2018 je suis toujours au taquet sur cette balade !!!!! En voiture, à la maison .....fenêtres ouvertes dans les bouchons !!!!!!! Aimons nous bordel de merde !!!!! Une ode au rassemblement .....merci M Tété !!!!