Lyrics & Translation
Step into the vibrant world of 1980s Marseille with IAM's "Je danse le Mia." This iconic French hip-hop track, infused with funk and nostalgia, offers a unique window into the culture and energy of a past era. By exploring its lyrics and rhythm, you can experience a piece of French musical history and a celebration of a generation's spirit.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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danse /dɑ̃s/ A1 |
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musical /ˈmjuː.zɪ.kəl/ B1 |
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soirée /swa.ʁe/ A2 |
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ambiance /ɑ̃.bjɑ̃s/ B1 |
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concours /kɔ̃.kʊʁ/ B2 |
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briller /bʁi.je/ A2 |
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voiture /vwa.tyʁ/ A1 |
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époque /e.pɔk/ B1 |
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rire /ʁiʁ/ A1 |
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cadeaux /ka.do/ A2 |
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éclater /e.kla.te/ B2 |
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sauvage /so.vaʒ/ B2 |
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défi /de.fi/ B1 |
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fille /fij/ A1 |
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temps /tɑ̃/ A1 |
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piste /pist/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Tu es fada je crains dégun, je vous prends tous ici, un par un
➔ Present tense for habitual actions.
➔ The phrase "Tu es" (You are) indicates a state of being in the present.
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Je te propose un voyage dans le temps, via planète Marseille
➔ Future tense for proposals.
➔ The phrase "Je te propose" (I propose to you) indicates a suggestion for the future.
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Hey DJ, mets nous donc du Funk, que je danse le MIA
➔ Subjunctive mood for wishes or desires.
➔ The phrase "que je danse" (that I dance) expresses a desire.
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Une bagarre au fond et tout le monde s'éparpille
➔ Present tense for ongoing actions.
➔ The phrase "tout le monde s'éparpille" (everyone scatters) describes an action happening now.
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C'était vraiment trop beau
➔ Imperfect tense for past descriptions.
➔ The phrase "C'était" (It was) indicates a past state or description.
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Aujourd'hui, encore on peut entendre des filles dire
➔ Present tense for general truths.
➔ The phrase "on peut entendre" (one can hear) expresses a general truth.
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Des gestes lents, ils prenaient leur temps pour enchaîner
➔ Imperfect tense for ongoing past actions.
➔ The phrase "ils prenaient leur temps" (they took their time) describes a past ongoing action.
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