Il Me Reste un Pays
Gilles Vigneault
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Il me reste un pays à te dire Il me reste un pays à nommer Il est au tréfonds de toi N’a ni président ni roi Il ressemble au pays même Que je cherche au coeur de moi Voilà le pays que j’aime Il me reste un pays à prédire Il me reste un pays à semer Vaste et beau comme la mer Avant d’être découvert Puis ne tient pas plus de place Qu’un brin d’herbe sous l’hiver Voilà mon jeu et ma chasse Il te reste un pays à connaître Il te reste un pays à donner C’est un pont que je construis De ma nuit jusqu’à ta nuit Pour traverser la rivière Froide, obscure, de l’ennui Voilà le pays à faire Il me reste un nuage à poursuivre Il me reste une vague à dompter Homme, un jour tu sonneras Cloches de ce pays-là Sonnez, femmes, joies et cuivres C’est notre premier repas Voilà le pays à vivre Il nous reste un pays à surprendre Il nous reste un pays à manger Tous ces pays rassemblés Feront l’homme champ de blé Chacun sème sa seconde Sous l’amour qu’il faut peler Voilà le pays du monde Il nous reste un pays à comprendre Il nous reste un pays à changer
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Written by: Gaston Rochon, Gilles Vigneault
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10 facts about this song
Song Identification"Il Me Reste un Pays" is a famous folk music song written and performed by Gilles Vigneault.
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Composer BackgroundGilles Vigneault is a prominent Canadian singer-songwriter and poet from Quebec. He is known for his dedication to Quebec nationalism and political activism, often reflected in his music.
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Song ReleaseThe song "Il Me Reste un Pays" was originally released in 1965.
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Album InformationIt is one of the notable tracks in the album named "À la Comédie-Canadienne", which is the fourth album by Gilles Vigneault.
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Performance PopularityVigneault's "Il Me Reste un Pays" is considered one of his most famous and popular songs, frequently performed at concerts and other events.
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Song MeaningThe song title translates to 'A country remains for me' in English. It is a fervent declaration of love for Quebec and its remarkable landscapes, expressing Vigneault's nationalist sentiments.
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Historical BackgroundThrough the lyrics, Gilles Vigneault reflects the activism and sentiment of Quebec nationalism in the 1960s.
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AwardsGilles Vigneault was honored with the Governor General's Performing Arts Award for Lifetime Artistic Achievement in 1990. While the award was not solely for "Il Me Reste un Pays," the song certainly contributed to his recognition.
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Song ImpactThe song is held in high respect in Quebec, where it is often taught in schools and notably played during National Patriots Day.
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Adaptations and Covers"Il Me Reste un Pays" has been covered by various musicians over the years, affirming its timeless/popular appeal.
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