Lyrics & Translation
Discover the thoughtful lyrics and soulful melody of Christophe Maé's "Parce Qu'On Sait Jamais." This song, rooted in a touching personal story, offers a unique perspective on life's uncertainties and the human search for meaning. By listening to this track, you can immerse yourself in contemporary French pop and gain insight into the cultural nuances of its lyrical themes.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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plaisirs /plɛz‿iʁ/ B1 |
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envies /ɑ̃.vi/ B1 |
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retiennent /ʁə.tjɛn/ B2 |
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prêts /pʁɛ/ or /pʁɛt/ A2 |
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mourir /mu.ʁiʁ/ A2 |
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regarde /ʁɛɡʁaʁd/ A1 |
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haut /o/ A2 |
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après /apʁɛ/ A2 |
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sauver /sovʁe/ B1 |
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peau /po/ A2 |
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paille /paj/ B2 |
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racheter /ʁa.ʃe.te/ C1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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On se met à tout croire
➔ Reflexive pronoun + verb in present tense + 'à' + infinitive
➔ It shows the subject performing an action upon itself, with 'à' introducing the infinitive verb.
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Parce qu'on sait jamais
➔ Conjunction + pronoun + verb in the present tense + 'jamais' (never)
➔ A conjunction introduces a reason or cause; 'jamais' emphasizes the negation or uncertainty.
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S'il y a un après
➔ Conditional clause with 'si' + present tense + 'y a' (there is) + indefinite article + noun
➔ The 'si' introduces a condition; 'y a' is the present tense form of 'il y a' (there is/are).
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Alors au moins sauver sa peau
➔ Adverb + 'au moins' (at least) + infinitive verb
➔ 'Alors' indicates consequence; 'au moins' sets a minimum goal; the infinitive expresses the action.
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S'il y a un après
➔ Conditional clause with 'si' + present tense + 'y a' + indefinite article + noun
➔ The 'si' introduces a conditional situation; 'y a' means 'there is/are'; the indefinite article indicates a nonspecific noun.
Album: Mon Paradis
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