C'est la Vie

Stereophonics

About C'est la Vie

"C'est la Vie" is a song by Welsh rock band Stereophonics. It is the opening track on their 2015 album Keep the Village Alive and was released as the album's lead single on 12 May 2015 as a digital download. The record was produced by lead-singer Kelly Jones and Jim Lowe while the singer wrote the song. It received a positive response though it's one of the band's lowest charters in the UK.


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2015
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Yeah you believe you’re the king of the jungle
You got the t-shirt, do you know how the song goes
You’re looking good but the fact is you’re lazy
But people love you ‘cause you’re funny and crazy

7-11, buy a six pack of beer,
If there’s a party you’re the last one to leave it
It’s not too late, we can stop all the dreamin’
Get out this town, look around, we don’t need it

Hell and heaven, they can wait for you,
So go and do all the things that you want to do

(We don’t belong anywhere)
So set me free, c’est la vie
I said, come on pretty baby, take a chance on me
It’s a shame on me 'cause I didn’t see
That you were looking at me baby by the Ferris wheel

I know you’re cool but you think that you’re chocolate
Get off my nerves, 'cause I still got a soft spot
You look at me, you think I got all the answers
Maybe I do, but I’m scared takin’ chances

Floating our bottle, but we ain't sailing nowhere
Rip out the cork, get the wind into our hair
Get off the train in the rain at the station
Knock back the drink, 'cause we think the boat’s sinkin’

Hell and heaven, they can wait for you
So go and do all the things that you want to do

(We don’t belong anywhere)
So set me free, c’est la vie
I said, come on pretty baby, take a dance with me
I said, a shame on me 'cause I didn’t see
That you were looking at me baby by the Ferris wheel

I said a stand by me, stick around with me
'Cause it’s a long walk back to where we’ve just been
I said, a hey there baby so you’re banking on me
I just I wish I never found her but hey
C’est la vie

I said they’re playing our song on the radio
And we’re singing out loud, all the words that we know
And it’s a long tongue Sally pissing off Peggy Sue
Oh it’s about me and you 'cause it’s time that we grew
And you said yeah yeah yeah come along with me
And then you think all the things that you want to see
I said a woah pretty baby come and take my hand
I’m gonna shake you all night, baby yes I can, woah!

Such as life in the rear view mirror
The open road up ahead is the future
Time came round and wrecked our place
But when I look back now I got a smile on my face

(We don’t belong anywhere)
Come on baby take a chance with me
Stick around on the town if you wanna see
We don’t belong anywhere is what she said to me
So come on, take a dance and spin around with me

She said shout now baby, set me free, c’est la vie
I said I’ll stand by me, stick around with me
And when the street lights fall, you can buy my beer
'Cause when the morning light comes, I’ll be gone
C’est la vie

Yeah yeah,
We don’t belong anywhere
We don’t belong anywhere
We don’t belong anywhere

Set me free!
We don’t belong anywhere
We don’t belong anywhere
We don’t belong anywhere
We don’t belong anywhere

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Stereophonics

Stereophonics are a Welsh rock band that formed in 1992 in the village of Cwmaman in Cynon Valley, Wales. The band currently comprises lead vocalist and guitarist Kelly Jones, bassist and backing vocalist Richard Jones, guitarist and backing vocalist, Adam Zindani and touring member Tony Kirkham (keyboards), the group having originally also included Stuart Cable on drums. Stereophonics have released seven studio albums, five of which have topped the UK Albums Chart. Their seventh, Keep Calm and Carry On, was released in November 2009 but did not make the Top 10. A successful compilation album was also released in November 2008 – Decade in the Sun charting at number two in the United Kingdom. The band is part of the Cardiff music scene. more »

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Written by: Kelly Jones

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13 facts about this song

Background
"C'est La Vie" was released as a single by Stereophonics, a Welsh rock band, in May 2015.
Album
This track is the opening number from the band's ninth studio album "Keep The Village Alive" which was released later in September the same year.
Song Meaning
The title of the song "C'est La Vie", is a French phrase that translates to "such is life," suggesting acceptance or resignation. The song itself talks about ups and downs in life reflecting its title.
Chart Performance
Although it didn't reach the top 10 in the UK Singles Chart, "C'est La Vie" was notably popular. It peaked at the 40th position on the UK Singles Chart in May 2015.
Video
The video for "C'est La Vie" was directed by Stereophonics' lead vocalist and guitarist, Kelly Jones, showing his artistic versatility.
Reception
The song typically receives positive reviews for its spirited beat and catchy chorus.
Song's Sound
Known for its upbeat tempo and lively music video, "C'est La Vie" showcases Stereophonics' rock and alternative influences.
Live Performances
The band has performed "C'est La Vie" live several times, including at the Isle of Wight Festival in 2016, often to superb audience reception.
Inspiration
Kelly Jones, the primary songwriter, is known for writing songs inspired by his life experiences and observations, and "C'est La Vie" is no exception.
Duration
The radio edit of the song spans 3 minutes and 46 seconds, and it's known for its fast, upbeat tempo.
Songwriting
"C'est La Vie" like most songs by Stereophonics is written by Kelly Jones.
Music Style
The song is classified traditionally as rock and alternative rock, with elements of pop influences.
Critical Review
Critics praised the song for its energetic rhythm, catchy lyrics, and driving guitars, which mark a return to the gritty, punchy sounds reminiscent of their early career. Hence, it's considered to be more of a classic Stereophonics track.

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