She was discovered on the TV show L'École des fans in 1980. She recorded her first single La Magie des surprises-parties in 1985. Although it was not a hit, it paved the way for the song with which she would become internationally famous - "Joe le taxi" in 1987, while she was still only 14 years old. It was #1 in France for 11 weeks and, unusually for a song sung in French, was released in the United Kingdom the following year, where it reached #3. It was taken from her first album M&J (it stands for Marilyn & John) which, although it gained a number 13 placing in France, drew little attention in the UK and did not chart.
In 1992, now 19 and working in the United States with rock musician Lenny Kravitz, who was her boyfriend for a while, Paradis began work on a new album sung in English, in which she had become fluent. Written and produced by Kravitz, the album, titled Vanessa Paradis, topped the French chart and briefly made the UK listings (number 45). One of the singles from it was Be My Baby, which made number 5 in France and gave her another Top 10 UK hit (number 6). She has since appeared in several films, most famously "Noce Blanche", for which she won the 1990 César Award for Most Promising Actress; 1999's La fille sur le pont (aka Girl on the Bridge), which became an arthouse box office hit in the United States; and 2004's Mon Ange.
Paradis currently released a new album (Divinidylle). There are three versions (regular, limited edition, and the Christmas edition). She started the Divinidylle tour in October. Some concerts were filmed and the DVD/CD of the tour was just recently released. Her latest film DVD release is La Clef. Also, Vanessa recently won two Les Victoires de la Musique awards for her new album Divinidylle. Some of her next projects include a greatest hits cd which includes the commercial jingle "I love Paris in the Springtime" as well as the movies "The Midwife Crisis" and "Un monstre à Paris April" which will be released in 2010.
Vanessa Paradis has been in a relationship with American actor Johnny Depp since 1998. They have a daughter, Lily-Rose Melody Depp (born 27 May 1999), and a son, John Christopher "Jack" Depp III (born 9 April 2002[3]).
Be My Baby
Vanessa Paradis Lyrics
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With some other girl, yeah
Always thought that I was the only one in your world
Baby can you tell me so
Out of sight of of mind ain't what love ought to be, yeah
And I hoped all the time that you'd be faithful to me
You'd be faithful to me
When you walk out the door
Is to me my baby, baby
I just want to be sure
That forever and more
You would be my baby
Love is just like a flower baby it has to grow, yeah
And when you are away I'm even loving you more
I just have to let you know
One on one is the way and that's the way it should be, yeah
So if you're not gonna stay
Then don't be playing with me
You can set me free
All I'm asking you for
When you walk out the door
Is to me my baby, baby
'Cause all this love is for you
And you know that I'm true
And I'll be your baby
All I'm asking you for
When you walk out the door
Is to me my baby, baby
'Cause I knew from the start
That you were working my heart
Won't you be my baby
I remember our walk the other Saturday night, yeah
Sweet harmonies filled and floated through our minds
Never felt this way before
We were riding so high on love and understanding
So why go wasting your time when you have got such a find
That is everlasting
All I'm asking you for
When you walk out the door
Is to me my baby, baby
I just want to be sure
That forever and more
You would be my baby
All I'm asking you for
When you walk out the door
Is to me my baby, baby
'Cause all this love is for you
And you know that I'm true
And I'll be your baby
And I want you to love me baby
In Vanessa Paradis's song "Be My Baby," the singer sings about her desire for her lover to commit to her fully. She opens the song by expressing her disappointment at seeing him walking down the street with another girl, as she always thought she was the only one in his world. She asks him to be honest with her and tells him that "out of sight, out of mind" isn't what love should be about. She had hoped that he would be faithful to her, and all she asks of him is to be her baby and to give her a sense of security in their relationship.
The song continues with the singer acknowledging the difficulties of love and the fact that it takes time to grow. She loves him more when he's away, and she shares that she just wants him to know that being "one on one" is the way it should be. She pleads with him not to toy with her feelings and asks him to set her free if he's not going to stay committed. She reflects on their past moments of love and harmony and the feeling of being "high on love and understanding." She tells him that their connection is rare, and he shouldn't waste his time with anyone else because what they have is everlasting. One of the recurring themes throughout the song is that she wants him to promise to be faithful to her and to be her baby forever.
Line by Line Meaning
I saw you walk down the street
I noticed you with another girl.
Always thought that I was the only one in your world
I assumed I was the only one you cared for.
Baby can you tell me so
Can you confirm my doubts?
Out of sight of of mind ain't what love ought to be, yeah
Ignoring me won't help our relationship.
And I hoped all the time that you'd be faithful to me
I wished you would remain loyal to me.
All I'm asking you for
My request is simple:
When you walk out the door
When you're gone,
Is to me my baby, baby
Come back to me and stay with me, love.
I just want to be sure
I need assurance
That forever and more
That you will always
You would be my baby
Belong only to me.
Love is just like a flower baby it has to grow, yeah
Love is a process that takes time to mature.
And when you are away I'm even loving you more
When you're not here, I love you even more.
I just have to let you know
I need to express my feelings.
One on one is the way and that's the way it should be, yeah
We should be exclusive and committed to each other.
So if you're not gonna stay
If you're not willing to be with only me,
Then don't be playing with me
Don't lead me on and cause me pain.
You can set me free
If you can't commit, you should let me go.
'Cause all this love is for you
All my love is dedicated to you
And you know that I'm true
And I am loyal to you.
And I'll be your baby
I am willing to commit to you.
I remember our walk the other Saturday night, yeah
I cherish the memories of our special moments together.
Sweet harmonies filled and floated through our minds
We were lost in the moment, sharing beautiful experiences together.
Never felt this way before
I haven't experienced such emotions before.
We were riding so high on love and understanding
We were connected and happy together.
So why go wasting your time when you have got such a find
Why pursue others when you've found such a great partner?
That is everlasting
We have a bond that is enduring and strong.
And I want you to love me baby
I want you to reciprocate my love.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management
Written by: LENNY KRAVITZ, GERRY DEVEAUX
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@marienosoucy
Believe me, we all love Vanessa in France, true to herself, she has never given any private information about her personal life or Johnny Depp or their children, she is funny, classy, never criticize anyone, she is also very subtle and it is a pleasure to listen to her interviews, see her movies or listen to her beautiful songs, she is a wonderful artist, and also a devoted mother 🙂
@janapaslay4008
Wouldn’t you though like to see Johnny and their daughter make a movie together? 😃
@colettejaques2559
She signed a gag order & JD stated that the fighting was very bad and she wanted out...She deserves better...glad she is set with JD money for her & the kids...
@iamsuzy
@Jana Paslay They were in a Kevin Smith movie called Yoga Hosers, well Johnny had a small part in it anyways. It was a very strange movie that involved a prosthetic 'male part' attached to his nose. His daughter and Kevins are very close friends. Johnny agreed to do the role not only to help a close friend but also to be in a project with his daughter having a leading role instead of him. It was his idea to attach the genitals to his face to add more to the character and also make him less recognizable. lol
@vickymcpherson7985
She's not a tramp like many of the United States celebrities are.
@fabs8498
@Jana Paslay Yoga Hosers with Lily JD, vanessa and Jack.
@univers875
we love Vanessa in France! she is gentle, discreet, caring and has always spoken of Johnny with words full of love and respect. She has beautiful songs and She has a voice like honey and cotton. her smile is unique and her laugh is wonderful... a paradise...
@Raelven
She is truly ethereal and otherworldly. They have that in common. I think they are still soulmates tho their paths have diverged. I know she is a big talent in France. Sad that this time is how most Americans will discover her.
@leonab545
She does seem genuinely full of light and innocence. Some people just stay clean. I’m guessing she had a happy childhood
@donnapascual2665
Adore your description of her