Je Veux Te Voir

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About Je Veux Te Voir

"Je veux te voir" is a song by French electropop group Yelle, released as the lead single from their debut album, Pop Up (2007). The song, originally posted on MySpace under the title "Short Dick Cuizi", was written as an answer to certain rap groups and in particular the rapper Cuizinier of the group TTC. It mocks his sexual prowess and equipment relentlessly, though Yelle has stated in interviews that it's "not a diss track, but a funny track with lots of references". The song, with its booty-pop, electro-punk sound (courtesy of DJ Grand Marnier, who wrote and produced the track), quickly rose to popularity, earning more than 2,500,000 listens on MySpace and 10,000,000 views on YouTube.  


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Yelle

Yelle is a French band founded by lead singer and namesake Yelle (Julie Budet) and GrandMarnier (Jean-François Perrier). A third member, Tepr (Tanguy Destable), joined the band before the recording of its debut album. Budet and GrandMarnier began working on music together in 2000. The band came to prominence when it posted an early version of the song "Je veux te voir" on MySpace in September 2005, which later reached the top five in France. The success of the song on MySpace attracted the attention of a record label, which set them to work on its debut album, Pop Up, which was released in 2007. The group's second album, Safari Disco Club was released in 2011. more »

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Genre Classification
"Je Veux Te Voir" is largely classified under the genre of French electropop – a blend of electronic music and pop.
Top Charts
The song reached number 4 on Billboard's Hot Dance Singles Sales chart in the United States, an impressive accomplishment for a French language song.
Year of Release
"Je Veux Te Voir" was originally released in 2005 in France and later re-released internationally in 2007.
Controversy
The song is known for its provocative lyrics, which led to some controversy. It was a diss track aimed at French rapper Cuizinier from the group TTC.
Music Video
The colorful music video for the song depicts Yelle and her band in various vibrant, neon settings evocative of the 80s aesthetic; it has amassed millions of views on YouTube.
Remix
A notable remix of "Je Veux Te Voir" was done by Canadian DJ, Felix Cartal.
Album Feature
The song is a part of Yelle's debut album called "Pop Up," which was released in 2007.
Language
Unlike many artists who choose to sing in English to achieve international success, Yelle remains true to her French roots, singing completely in French.
Live Performances
Yelle has performed "Je Veux Te Voir" at various music festivals around the world, like Coachella in the United States.
Critical Reception
The song was generally positively received by critics who largely praised its catchy tune and danceable rhythm.
Translation
The title "Je Veux Te Voir" translates to "I Want to See You" in English.
Commercial Success
"Je Veux Te Voir" has been used in various commercials and TV shows, helping boost its popularity.
Production
The song was produced by grandMarnier, who is also Yelle’s bandmate and one of the founding members of the group.
In Concerts
"Je Veux Te Voir" is often the finale song in Yelle's concerts, and it’s known for getting the crowd dancing and singing along.
Lyrical Theme
The song's lyrics are explicit, featuring an aggressive and humorous take on male egos, particularly in the hip hop industry.
Background of Song
"Je Veux Te Voir" by Yelle is a popular French electro-pop song. Originally, Yelle, known as Julie Budet in real life, released the song on MySpace, gaining a significant number of views.
Song's Popularity
The song gained worldwide fame for Yelle and was the major hit from their debut album, "Pop-Up". It made it to the second spot on the Billboard US Hot Dance Singles Sales Chart.
Language and Version
Even though sung in French, the song became a crossover success in various non-French speaking countries. Indeed, there is also an English version of the song titled "Short Dick Cuizi", although the French version is more widely known.
Controversial Lyrics
"Je Veux Te Voir" is known for its controversial lyrics, which hold a satirical critique of Cuizinier, a member of the French hip hop group TTC. However, Yelle has confirmed that it was done in a playful manner, not intending any serious personal attack.
Usage in Media
The song has been used in various media outlets. For example, it appeared in the episode "Ghosts" of the American television series "Ugly Betty".
Official Music Video
The official music video for "Je Veux Te Voir" features Yelle singing and dancing at a nightclub. It was directed by Kinga Burza and presents a vivid use of bright colors against dark backgrounds.
Dance Pop Genre
Despite the controversial lyrics, "Je Veux Te Voir" remains as one of the classic examples of dance-pop combining electro synths, catchy beat with pop elements.
Rise of Yelle
“Je Veux Te Voir” played a big role in Yelle's rise to international fame and established her as a significant player in the French pop music scene.
Chart Performances
Apart from performing well in the US dance chart, the song also peaked at number 4 in Belgium (Wallonia) and number 13 in France.
Live Performances
The electropop hit has been performed live many times by Yelle, often being highlighted as one of the crowd's favorite moments at her concerts.

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