Lyrics & Translation
Discover the complex world of French rap through Booba's "RTC." This song, produced by the acclaimed Young Chop, delves into the often-overlooked struggles that come with fame and fortune, using the memorable phrase "Riche, Tristement Célèbre." It's a powerful example of how hip-hop can explore profound emotions and societal commentary, offering listeners a unique perspective on the price of success.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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million /ˈmijɔ̃/ B1 |
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rich /ʁiʃ/ B1 |
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fuse /fyz/ B2 |
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bullet /by.lyɛ/ B1 |
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money /mɔ̃.nɛ/ A2 |
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house /uz/ A2 |
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block /blɒk/ A2 |
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gun /ɡʌn/ A2 |
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prayer /pʁɛjɛʁ/ B2 |
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priest /pʁjë/ C1 |
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war /waʁ/ B2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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J'suis riche tristement célèbre
➔ Use of the present tense of 'être' ('suis') with an adjective to describe a state or characteristic.
➔ 'Suis' is the first person singular form of 'être' (to be) in the present tense, used here with the adjective 'riche' (rich) to describe the speaker's status.
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Les billets sont dans le fourgon
➔ Use of the present tense of 'être' ('sont') with a prepositional phrase indicating location.
➔ 'Sont' is the third person plural present tense of 'être', indicating the location of 'les billets' (the bills).
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Le temps c'est de l'argent
➔ Use of the impersonal expression 'c'est' + noun phrase to state a general truth.
➔ 'C'est' is an impersonal expression meaning 'it is', used here with 'de l'argent' (money) to express a common saying.
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J'ai craché donc va t'habiller
➔ Use of the perfect tense 'j'ai craché' (I spat / I spoke out) with an imperative 'va t'habiller' (go get dressed).
➔ 'J'ai craché' is the passé composé (perfect tense), conveying a completed action or figurative speaking out, followed by the imperative 'va t'habiller' (go get dressed).
Album: Futur 2.0
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