Zazie's mother was an architect and her father a music teacher. Her songs range from upbeat rock or pop songs to languid downtempo tunes and are characterised by the wit of their lyrics based on puns, alliterations, homophones and double-entendres.
Zazie debuted in 1992 with the album "Je Tu Ils" and the single "Sucré salé".
In 1995, she released her sophomore album Zen, which was co-written and co-produced with Vincent-Marie Bouvot. It included the singles "Zen" and "Homme Sweet Homme". Her 1996 single "Un point c'est toi" from the same album was discussed on Canada's MuchMusic TV program Too Much 4 Much due to its controversial content. Ultimately, the discussion panel deemed the video okay for audiences. In the video, a group of four smitten women, including Zazie, follow a pair of men down to a lake. There, the two men strip off their clothes and swim in the water. Zazie fantasizes about undressing one of the men and kissing him. To shock of the women, however, the two men kiss each other.
In 1997, Pascal Obispo and Zazie released the single "Les Meilleurs Ennemis".
Her 1998 album Made in Love was co-produced by Ali Staton, Pierre Jaconelli, and herself. The album photos were taken by fashion designer Jean-Baptiste Mondino. The songs "Ça Fait Mal Et Ça Fait Rien", "Tous des anges", and "Tout Le Monde" were released as singles. This album was followed by a live album, Made in Live, the next year. In 1999 she also wrote a song for Jane Birkin in Jane Birkin's album .
In 2001, Zazie dueted with Axel Bauer on the single "A Ma Place". It was her most successful single in France, reaching number four on the French charts.
Zazie once again addressed gay content on her 2002 single "Adam et Yves" from her 2001 album La Zizanie. This album was produced solely by Pierre Jaconelli. Other singles included "Rue de la paix" and "Danse avec les loops". In 2003, she released another live album, Ze Live.
Her 2004 album Rodéo was co-produced and co-written with Jean-Pierre Pilot and Philippe Paradis. A short film "Rodéo indien" was made using songs from the album as a soundtrack. Zazie played the role of an Indian woman who leaves her cheating husband. She followed this album up with a live album, Rodéo Tour in 2006.
In 2007 her sixth studio album "Totem" was released and debuted at number 1. The second single (but first commercially released) was "Je Suis Un Homme" which became Zazie's first solo top ten hit in France. In Winter 2008 a best of album "Zest of Zazie" was released which as well as past hits contained two new songs "Fm Air" and "Un peu beaucoup" and live recordings.
Tais-toi
Zazie Lyrics
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Et je jette l'éponge
Tous les airs que
Tu te donnes
Tous les ongles que
Tu ronges
Je veux faire
La paix
Et si je te
Promets
Que je me tais
Toi
Tais-toi
Tais-toi
Tais-toi
Tais-toi
Abandonne
Tu ne changeras pas
Ni le monde
Ni personne
Je ne changerai pas
Et ne va pas penser
Que je ne t'aime pas
Je ne ne peux pas penser
Comme si j'étais toi
Tais-toi
Tais-toi
Tais-toi
Tais-toi
Serons-nous
Ces humains inhumains
Ou saurons-nous
Trouver le chemin
Je ne vais pas chercher
Je l'ai devant moi
Je ne vais plus chercher
Puisque je t'ai, toi
Tais-toi
Tais-toi
Tais-toi
Tais-toi
The lyrics of Zazie's song "Tais-toi" convey a sense of surrender and acceptance in a relationship. The singer is expressing a desire to put an end to conflict and to make peace with their partner. There is a feeling of fatigue and resignation, as indicated by the lines "Abandonne / Et je jette l'éponge" (Give up / And I throw in the towel). The mention of the various behaviors and traits of the partner, such as their airs and nail-biting, suggests a level of exasperation and perhaps a realization that change is unlikely. The singer wants to close the debate and move towards a peaceful resolution.
The repeated plea for silence in the chorus, "Tais-toi" (Shut up), highlights the need for a cessation of arguments and discord. It can be seen as a call for both parties to stop trying to change each other or the world around them. The singer acknowledges that neither they nor their partner will change, and there is an acceptance of this fact. Despite this, there is an affirmation of love, with the singer stating, "Je ne t'aime pas / Je ne ne peux pas penser" (I don't not love you / I cannot think), emphasizing the deep emotional connection that remains despite differences.
The lyrics then touch upon the complexity of human nature and relationships. The question is posed whether they will be "humans inhumans" or if they will find a way forward. The singer suggests that the answers may lie within themselves and their connection with their partner, symbolized by having them right in front of them. There is a sense of resolution and contentment in the realization that the partner is all they need. The decision not to search anymore, as they already have what they seek in their partner, signifies a coming to terms with the relationship dynamic.
In the final repetitions of "Tais-toi" in the chorus, there is a sense of finality and peace. The act of telling each other to be silent may be a metaphor for letting go of unnecessary conflicts and embracing the harmony that comes with accepting one another as they are. The song ends on a quiet note of understanding and unity, as the singer finds solace in the presence of their partner and the shared journey they are on together. Overall, the lyrics of "Tais-toi" convey a message of acceptance, love, and the beauty of finding peace within a relationship.
Lyrics © SOC MBAD PUBLISHING, LA ZIZANIE, SCHERZO CONCERTS, Edith FAMBUENA
Written by: Edith Fambuena, Philippe Paradis, Isabelle De Truchis De Varenne
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