Vive la Fête was founded in 1997 when Danny Mommens (then still a member of dEUS) met Els Pynoo at a party hosted by or for her sister. Mommens had previously been an acquaintance of Pynoo's sister, who had photographed Els nude and later shown the picture to him. In a 2005 interview, Els recounted that Mommens had approached her in a casual manner and randomly remarked, "Hey, I saw you naked!" Mommens recorded a few demos with Pynoo on his 8-track recorder, which were later released as the EP Je ne veux pas (also referred to as Paris). The EP gained attention for its resemblance to '80s new wave music.
Their first major success came with their debut album, Attaque Surprise (2000). Subsequent records such as République Populaire (2001) and Nuit Blanche (2003) increased their popularity, particularly in the fashion world, where Karl Lagerfeld became a fan. Lagerfeld invited them to perform at several of his major shows in New York City and Paris.
In 2005, they released the album Grand Prix and toured extensively across Europe, while also performing shows in Brazil and Mexico.
Exactement
Vive La Fête Lyrics
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Exactement (x4)
Adorables, formidables (x2)
Que les filles sont jolies
Sous la pluie
A MinuitQue les filles sont méchantes
Quand elles jouent
A faire semblant
Que les filles sont gentilles
Bien vivant
Au printemps
The song "Exactement" by Vive la Fête outlines the various characteristics of girls that the singer admires, despises or appreciates during different occasions. The repeated phrase "Adorables, formidables" emphasizes a sense of admiration and awe towards these girls. The singer notes that girls are pretty under the rain at midnight, but they can also be unpleasant when playing pretend. However, he recognizes that girls can also be kind and lively during the spring months.
The song conveys a sense of flux in the nature of girls' behavior and attitudes. The use of phrases like "à faire semblant" (to pretend) and "bien vivant" (lively) indicates the dynamic nature of these girls. The singer's admiration of certain qualities of girls also highlights the various layers and complexities of human behavior. Overall, "Exactement" expresses the singer's perception of the fascinating and intricate nature of girls.
Line by Line Meaning
Adorables, formidables (x3)
We are amazing, impressive, and awe-inspiring individuals who surpass all expectations.
Exactement (x4)
This is precisely who we are and what we stand for. We do not waiver from our greatness.
Adorables, formidables (x2)
We are so incredible, we must repeat our proclamation of greatness.
Que les filles sont jolies
Sous la pluie
A Minuit
Girls are beautiful, no matter the circumstance. Even in the rain and at midnight, they radiate beauty.
Que les filles sont méchantes
Quand elles jouent
A faire semblant
Girls can also have a mischievous side when pretending and playing games.
Que les filles sont gentilles
Bien vivant
Au printemps
In the spring, girls are full of kindness and life.
Contributed by Carter W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@lidkaraisa4269
LYRICS
Adorable, formidable
Exactement
Que les filles sont jolies
Sous la pluie
A minuit
Que les filles sont méchant(e)s
Quand elles jouent à faire semblant
Que les filles sont gentilles, bien vivant(e)s
Au printemps
Adorable, formidable
Que les filles sont jolies
Sous la pluie
@deusfaust
English translation
Exactly
Adorable, wonderful
Exactly
Adorable, wonderful
That the girls are pretty
In the rain
At midnight
That the girls are bad
When they play
Of pretending
That the girls are nice
Alive
In spring
Adorable, wonderful
@sarahandria2932
Someone already translated Noir Désir in the comment section of the song. But I'll make an effort and give you the translation ! :) And I guess that "a cry of pain from a dark inner place" is pretty much an accurate description. There is one tricky thing, some people hear "t'embêter" (tr: bother/annoy/tease you) others hear "tempêter" (tr : thunder/rant about/rave about). I'd say both could work but the cry of despair in the end makes me think it might be the second one !
I want to be alone
You, stay there and shut up
I can't calm down
Let me thunder
I've got very sad thoughts
For that I want to scream
I am not happy
Furious like a child
It is mania
It is mania
I wasn't embarrassed
I've got a troubled mind
Give me a bit of time
It'll pass with wind
I want to be alone
You, stay there and shut up
I can't calm down
Let me thunder
It is mania
It is mania
I want to be alone
You, stay there and shut up
I can't calm down
Let me thunder x8
It is mania
It is mania
It is mania
-------FRENCH LYRICS NOW--------Je veux être seule
Reste là toi ta gueule
Je ne peux pas me calmer
Laisse moi t’embêter
J’ai trop des tristes pensées
Pour ça je veux crier
Je ne suis pas contente
Furieuse comme un enfant
C’est la main
Je ne me suis pas gêné
J’ai un esprit troublé
Donne moi un peu de temps
Ca passera par le vent
Je veux être seule
Reste là toi ta gueule
Je ne peux pas me calmer
Laisse moi tempêter
C’est la manie
C’est la manie
Je veux être seule
Reste là toi ta gueule
Je ne peux pas me calmer
Laisse moi tempêter x8
C’est la manie x3
YOU'RE WELCOME !
@1jediwitch
Exactly
Adorable, wonderful
Exactly
Adorable, wonderful
That the girls are pretty
In the rain
At midnight
That the girls are bad
When they play
Of pretending
That the girls are nice
Alive
In spring
Adorable, wonderful.
-Vive Le Fete.
@diegocrusius
my grandmother always loved the french language even though she couldnt say a word. One day I made her a dvd with french music and she loved it. I think she would have enjoyed this song as well.
Miss her so much.
@mariaeugeniad.cedres7208
Diego Crusius ❤️
@ayramllr
@@mariaeugeniad.cedres7208 isso foi adorável a ser fazer pela Avó
@ctruchard
listen to charles aznavour, this is formidable :)
@diegocrusius
@@ctruchard thank you for the tip!
@ctruchard
@@diegocrusius you are welcome; La Bohème :-)
@caineshaw9317
We fade to grey, brilliant use of the Visage classic bassline, beautiful production...Love it..
@annaritadilella699
Fade to grey was used in Laurence anyways
@camilodaraghma6172
I love X. Dola
@annaritadilella699
@@camilodaraghma6172 me too