Lyrics & Translation
Discover "Il suffira d'un signe," the song that marked the beginning of Jean-Jacques Goldman's solo journey. Learn about its unique creation story, inspired by global events, and its powerful message of hope and change, which continues to resonate. This song offers a glimpse into the lyrical and musical style that would define a generation in French music.
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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signe /siɲ/ B1 |
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matin /mɛ̃.tɛ̃/ A2 |
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tranquille /tʁɑ̃.kil/ B2 |
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certain /sɛʁ.tɛ̃/ A2 |
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écrit /ekʁi/ B2 |
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livres /livʁ/ A2 |
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guerilles /gœ.ni/ B2 |
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ferrés /fɛʁe/ C1 |
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chevilles /ʃə.vil/ C1 |
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brille /bríj/ B2 |
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vie /vj/ A2 |
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vie /vj/ A2 |
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faim /fɛ̃/ A2 |
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fatigue /fatiɡ/ A2 |
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vin /vɛ̃/ A2 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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