France was the first country to unveil their Eurovision song for the 2024 contest, selecting Slimane with “Mon Amour.”
Slimane delivers a heartfelt ballad, showcasing his exceptional talent with each and every performance. Now, he is poised to shine on the grand Eurovision stage, ready to enchant audiences with his remarkable presence and soul-stirring performance.
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France at Eurovision 2024: Slimane with “Mon Amour”
Slimane Nebchi, known simply as Slimane, emerged as a notable figure in the French music scene after clinching victory in the fifth season of The Voice: la plus belle voix. Born in Chelles, Seine-et-Marne, France, Slimane’s Algerian heritage through his grandparents adds a rich cultural dimension to his artistry. He honed his musical skills while attending Lycée Jehan de Chelles before venturing into the vibrant music landscape of Les Lilas, a Parisian suburb. Prior to his breakthrough on The Voice, Slimane showcased his talent through various online platforms and participated in several music competitions, demonstrating his unwavering passion and dedication to his craft.
Since his triumph on The Voice, Slimane has solidified his position as a prominent singer-songwriter in France, amassing over twenty-five chart entries on the French Singles Chart. His solo career boasts an impressive track record, including a chart-topping single as a featured artist with the song “Bella ciao.” Slimane’s success extends to the album charts as well, with three of his studio albums reaching the coveted number-one spot on the French Albums Charts. His musical journey is characterised by a blend of soulful performances, heartfelt lyrics, and a magnetic stage presence that continues to captivate audiences nationwide.
In addition to his musical endeavours, Slimane has ventured into acting, securing a secondary role in Didier Barbelivien’s French musical “Marie-Antoinette et le Chevalier de Maison-Rouge.”
What do the “Mon Amour” lyrics mean?
Slimane’s song expertly delves into themes of love, particularly longing and the complexities that accompany it. Love isn’t always a source of joy; it can also bring uncertainty and heartache. Despite these challenges, Slimane’s unwavering devotion to his loved one shines through. The song reads like an open letter to his beloved, addressed with the endearing term “mon amour” (my love). There’s a palpable sense of despair over a love that has gone awry, yet the feelings of love persist, even when the reasons behind the turmoil seem unjustified.
I love you
I don’t know why
I play the scene again
But its always the same ending that keeps repeating
To maintain the French ambiance, Slimane chooses Paris as the setting for his reconciliation efforts. The city of love becomes the symbolic meeting point where he hopes to reignite the flame with his beloved. Through his lyrics, Slimane acknowledges past mistakes and expresses a readiness to wholeheartedly commit to making things right this time. However, beneath the surface of their professed love and dedication lies a sense of frustration and desperation, as doubts about the sincerity of their relationship linger in the air.
Oh my love
Please come back to Paris
Do it for us, I am begging you
I promise, I’ve learned my lesson
In essence, the song encapsulates the tumultuous journey of love, portraying the highs and lows experienced in relationships fraught with uncertainty and doubt. Slimane’s unwavering commitment is palpable as he expresses a willingness to wait indefinitely for the love that has deeply impacted his heart. Despite the challenges and setbacks, he remains steadfast in his hope, keeping his spirits high and believing in the possibility of a brighter future. The emotional depth and resilience depicted in the song resonate with listeners, capturing the universal experience of navigating the complexities of love with unwavering optimism and determination.
Tell me the place, I’ll wait for you
And if you don’t come, I’ll still wait for you
I know it’s silly, but that’s what I’ll do
Filled with hope, I’ll will wait for you
“Mon Amour” lyrics — Slimane (France Eurovision 2024)
Songwriters: Meïr Salah, Slimane, Yaacov Salah
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Original French text Mon amour Mon amour Je t’aime Mon amour Oh Mon amour Je t’aime Dis-moi l’endroit, je t’attendrai Je t’aime Est-ce que tu m’aimes ? |
English translation My love My love I love you My love Oh my love I love you Tell me the place, I’ll wait for you I love you Do you love me? |
What do you think of the “Mon Amour” lyrics from Slimane? Will France qualify for the final? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.
The only thing I don’t like about this entry is the cheesy music video. Other than that, perfection.
Stirring lyrics with a stirring performance. If he nails the vocals in a grand way on Saturday, we might have a surprise winner on our hands.
Magnifiques! My winner!
Wiwi, where is the article about the artists of tonight?
On Tuesday morning there was an article “Rest of World voting now open for Semi-Final 1…so who did you vote for?”
Waiting for the article for Semi 2…
3 political articles on top of Wiwi’s homepage.
Time to upload a new article about tonight, Wiwi.
Looking forward to the good artists on day 2.
Slimane, Nemo, and many others.
Enjoy
Agree. So tired of those political topics in here…
we won’t get a article about semi 2, because of israel’s participation
I asked my mom, what do you think? She is a huge French chansons lover. Non, je n’aime pas… I think it is a bit loud, I prefer portugal above this one, more sincere, less cheesy.
Lol…what else?
I keep saying these lyrics have different layers and could have several meanings. It’s litteral but it also manages to let the place to the imagination and to several interpretations,
Top5 Jury, Top15 Televote – a top10 combined score
This is a desperate, broken man mourning the end of a significant relationship. He got drunk and cheated. She fled back home to rural France into the arms of her mother. He turned up on the village one night, again drunk.
Jury winner.
Have you seen Nemo’s second rehearsal? He’s got the jury in the bag.
They have got. I keep on forgetting
that bag has a hole
That’s very witty. I’m going to use that. Brilliant!
The jury will be divided.
or Portugal, Italy, Switserland… etc
Interesting extrapolation of the text.
Yes, my thought as well, someone who cheated on his misses or mister, a bit cliché. I loved Barbara (voted for her) still listen to her music and I think Slimaine is okay, but not this particular song. I don’t feel it.
Ok Maria we get it, you and your mum don’t feel it, Portugal is better of course Maria, ok Maria.
It’s funny, but I find that the majority of France’s songs since 2015 form a single story, with a new episode every year. 2015: It’s the end of a cycle for France at Eurovision, and it’s also a year of mourning for the country. But there we still have Lisa Angell who promises us: “I’m here tonight In the middle of these ruins To speak to you of hope And sing to you about life And I swear When will the blood dry To rebuild my city Much more beautiful than before » 2016: Amir “searched” for the way but… Read more »
You have really studied those lyrics.I believe there could be a PhD in this. I think the story might have begun in 1960 with Jacqueline Boyer’s lying boyfriend, passed through 1979 with Anne Marie David and her secret fugitive lover, on into 1985, Roger Bens whose amour was a woman, even in her dreams. Ten years later Natalie Santamaria questions what species her admirer is and in 2001 Natasha St.Pier had to rely on her soul and her voice to let her lover know how much she loved him. All of them performed with much circling the air, clenching of… Read more »
I know exactly what you mean, Slim.
Good luck on Saturday!