Discover the story of the song > Rive Gauche – Alain Souchon

The protagonist is reminiscing about the songs of Prévert and other musicians from the past. He mentions famous artists like Verlaine, Ferré, Boris Vian, Miles Davis, and Nico. He talks about how they all contributed to the music and poetry scene in Paris. He mentions the Rive Gauche, which is a neighborhood in Paris known for its artistic and bohemian atmosphere. The protagonist laments the loss of the Rive Gauche's artistic spirit and freedom, as it has been taken over by greedy merchants. He feels nostalgic for the music, poetry, and freedom that once thrived in his country. The protagonist compares life to a theater and emphasizes the importance of holding onto memories and not giving up. He invites his friend to come and see the Rive Gauche and reminisce about Jane Birkin and Serge Gainsbourg on the Pont des Arts. The protagonist says goodbye to his country and the jazz and nightlife scene that once existed there. He criticizes the disregard and disrespect shown towards the artistic spirit, comparing it to the treatment of Quebec by the United States. He ends by expressing his disdain for this disregard and the loss of the Rive Gauche's artistic soul.