Translating songs is an art and a science, and as a French learner myself for many years now I think enjoying French music is a great way to learn!

June 28, at pm. Pedro Mendes. February 20, at pm. My pleasure — I loved writing it. June 4, at am. French to english translation deosnt do justice to the subtleties of the language, but such a beautiful song.

Thanks for the translation. June 24, at pm. I really appreciate the time you took to break down the different parts and explain them. Thank you for doing so.

It was my great pleasure! David Cottam. July 11, at pm. I found your translation and discussion of the nuances in the poem perfect.

I am trying to memorise the words in French because they have a simplicity and emotional directness that is very touching. Thanks for your insights.

Bruce P. July 16, at pm. Roland Michael Soucy. September 28, at am. Jerry Braunstein. March 12, at pm. Yes, leave la Vie en rose in French.

Seeing life through rose colored glasses connotes hopeful pessimism — seeing life better than it really is. I believe the matter depends on the intent of the lyricist — which adds a mysterious note to a mystical, enchanting song.

Oh interesting! Thank you for sharing this. I may be due to update this translation a little bit and help with a bit more historical context and reference to other cultural touchstones.

January 29, at pm. I find it important to know that this was written in the midst of war and Nazi occupation in France. It was likely necessary to see life as better than it was.

I am very touched by how she has written a song that overcomes the tragedy that surrounded her, and the love she was able to find despite the sorrow.

May 14, at am. February 12, at pm. I wish there was a forum somewhere devoted exclusively to translation and naunced commentary on popular songs and art songs too, perhaps.

This is incredibly helpful for students of language, culture, and singing. Thank you! October 9, at pm. December 6, at pm. This is one my most favorite songs too.

I have watched the movie twice but do not quite understand everything it had to say. December 25, at pm.

January 20, at am. Thank you for this. A lovely explanation and well explained. I have enjoyed trying to understand the words and your explanation and translation enhances the song and performance.

The passion has to be communicated so it helps to explain parts of the song. Marie Walsh. February 9, at pm. I sing this song in French with only half an understanding of the words but it moved me nonetheless, never really knowing why.

Having read your translation, I see now what I could not explain, that I am capable of feeling such passion.

What a revelation! And so liberating! Norma Fredette Stankaitis. March 25, at pm. Love it…nothing to add. It is a beautiful song in French.

Loses a lot in English…. Now that I have the translation, I will be singing it often. Merci beaucoup. Thank you so much.

Yes songs are never as good in translation so I wanted to do my best to help English speakers understand this beautiful classic. May 31, at pm.

Leeds to believe all other translations may be equally good! Well done! Thank you so much! June 22, at am. Thank you — I love translating Edith Piaf songs!

They are so beautiful and moving and La Vie en Rose is one of my favourites! Carolyn Woolcott. October 25, at pm. Frank V Leone.

February 3, at pm. My Italian helps. Your comments were insightful. I am a linguist. Thank yo very much.

February 4, at am. This is incredible! You are a gifted translator and communicator. What a lovely service to humanity you offer.

I am ecstatic to have found your site. Keep up the great work! Thank you!!! Oh thank you so much Craig for your kind words.

And Edith Piaf is one my absolute favourites! February 18, at am. Thank you, so much for this translation. It is a truly beautiful love story. February 18, at pm.

April 27, at am. Julia B. June 12, at pm. Amazing thank you so much for translating — I was getting half of the words and it meant that I was concentrating on the translation rather than enjoying the song — now I can really appreciate it so much.

Thanks a million. Jojo Powers. June 29, at pm. June 30, at pm. August 10, at pm. August 25, at pm. It is interesting that Edith sings some slightly different repeat verses.

These are often omitted by lyric sites, and also by karaoke tracks. I often sing this song in uk pubs. September 6, at am.

I love your translation of this beautiful song and think it is the best translation I have seen, especially your reasoning behind the translation.

Well done keep on going. Jones said about the song: "That's a very special song to me. Oh God, I cry every time I sing it.

I had quite a few French lovers, so every time I sing it I think about them. It has sold , copies in France. It presents Jones dancing and singing the song with the famous montage picture of herself in the background, which was later used for the cover of her Island Life compilation.

The video begins with Jones wearing a rose-patterned coat. Having removed it, the singer dances in a scant gold dress which reveals her right nipple as well as black underwear.

Two films about Piaf named after the song's title have been produced. The first one, a documentary, used archive footage and interviews with Raquel Bitton , and was narrated by Bebe Neuwirth.

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