ON A BESOIN D’Y CROIRE (We Need to Believe) is a track from Mylène Farmer’s album “Désobéissance,” released in 2018.
Crafted by Mylène Farmer herself, the lyrics of “On a besoin d’y croire” resonate with a thematic echo of her 1995 single, “XXL,” particularly through the recurring motif, “We need love”. This connection is notably highlighted in Farmer’s own words during her interview with RTL on October 3, 2018: “‘When’ we need to believe it, ‘we need love,’ and I need to believe it.”
Farmer ingeniously revisits the theme of ‘the Other‘ – a recurring subject in her work – as she poetically questions, “Mais sans l’autre on est quoi?” (But without the other, what are we?). This introspective query not only connects with her past works but also reflects the depth of her lyrical exploration. In an interesting nod to her own artistic journey, Farmer intertwines references to her past songs in “On a besoin d’y croire.”
The lines:
Être deux, s'approcher
Pour ne faire qu'un ici
Ainsi soit-il
To be two, to come closer
To be one here
So be it
evoke the spirit of her 1988 hit “AINSI SOIT JE…” with its refrain “Ainsi soit-il” (So be it). She playfully acknowledges these references in an interview with RFM on October 2, 2018, mentioning, “I had fun. Throughout the album, there are a few… there is ‘POURVU QU’ELLES SOIENT DOUCES’ reborn, there is, I think, ‘Ainsi soit-il,’ I forgot. I made little winks like that for the people who have followed me for so many years.”
Once again, Mylène Farmer brings into play a significant Masonic phrase, “So be it,” commonly used to conclude Free Mason assemblies. But what is she really implying? This reference goes beyond a simple homage to her ’80s song. For those who understand its deeper meaning, it carries a profound resonance. The phrase, when seen alongside the skull on the cover of “Désobéissance” and the Napoleonic pose – reminiscent of Napoleon’s ties to Freemasonry – creates an intriguing narrative.
For those still skeptical, take a closer look at the album’s title, “Désobéissance” . In the context of Freemasonry, ‘obedience’ signifies a specific group or sector within the broader organization. Thus, ‘disobedience’ might imply a connection to the higher ranks of Freemasonry, such as the grand master, a level that is reached after ascending through 33 degrees of initiation.
I invite you to form your own interpretations, much like the song’s lyrics encourage. Yet, it’s worth paying attention to these clear indicators, especially when they come together in such a fascinating way. Don’t they make you think? Mylène’s artistic decisions appear to go beyond just visual appeal; they suggest a deeper, more mystical link, beckoning us to delve into the underlying themes of her music and character.
One key requirement for joining Freemasonry is a belief in a higher power. Regardless of one’s religious affiliation, having faith as a primary spiritual belief is crucial. Judaism and Kabbalistic foundations have a significant influence in Freemasonry, and this is very much in harmony with Mylène’s work. According to Freemasons, belief is what transforms the world for the better. Isn’t this precisely the message Mylène is conveying to us?
The lyrics, while seemingly straightforward, delve into deeper philosophical territories, offering layers of interpretation that are both intriguing and somewhat ambiguous.
The music composition is a collaborative effort involving Feder, Ana Zimmerman, and Mylène Farmer, with the artistic production led by Feder. Ana Zimmerman also contributes backing vocals, while Jérôme Devoise handles the mixing at the DES studio in Paris.
Interestingly, “On a besoin d’y croire” is one of the two tracks from “Désobéissance” – the other being “PARLER D’AVENIR” – where Farmer co-composed the music, showcasing her multifaceted talent.
The song has been described by rfi.fr as imposing its “pugnacious and dancing positivism,” a testament to its uplifting and rhythmic appeal.
Pure Charts praised the album for its “exemplary fluidity” and noted how “Désobéissance” offered Farmer an opportunity to seamlessly weave allusions to her rich and glorious repertoire into new works. They highlighted how the song’s soaring melodies, reminiscent of the cult classic “XXL,” provide a comforting familiarity for long-time fans.
Le Parisien also commented on the album’s optimistic undertone, specifically citing “On a besoin d’y croire” as an example of this positive and hopeful theme.
In my view, the song distinctly marks a transition into the “New Mylène” era, which fully bloomed in her 2018 album “Désobéissance.” Here, Mylène showcases a rebellious streak, not just in thematic content but also in deviating from her traditional musical style. And I must say, I’m thoroughly captivated! There’s something exhilarating about uncovering the various, often hidden, facets of Mylène’s artistry. I’m more than willing to plunge into the rabbit hole of her musical universe at every given chance. For me, it’s a resounding YES to the rich tapestry of innovations she scatters across the album like dazzling jewels.
The album’s unpredictability is a major win in my book (a big YES!). It’s contemporary, right on the pulse of current trends in both arrangements and production style (a hearty bravo to Feder, as I’ve noted in my previous discussions). Mylène’s unerring taste and her intuitive knack for selecting music that resonates with her essence consistently guide her down the path of artistic triumph.
The trend that began in 2018 came to full fruition with the recent release of “L’Emprise,” four years later. This album showcases Mylène’s relentless pursuit of new sounds, styles, and expressions, revealing new facets of her artistic persona. Her collaboration with AaRON on “RAYON VERT” and her empowering (pun intended) partnerships with Woodkid, long-time friend Moby, and Darius Keeler highlight Mylène’s constant evolution and exploration in music.
These new alliances have enabled Mylène to venture into uncharted territories, blending her iconic style with fresh, contemporary influences. For us, the fans, this evolution is a fortunate turn, as we get to experience the depth and range of Mylène’s talent in ever-evolving and captivating new ways.
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lyrics with translation
Et voilà
C'est comme ça
Il n'y a plus rien à faire pour nous
Comme on s'assomme et
C'est la faille
Il n'y a plus rien à faire pour nous
C'est trop tard
Le monde est braille
Il n'y a plus rien à faire pour nous
La lune est noire et
Et j'ai mal
Mais n'arrête jamais d'être en nous
So do we stigmates sous la peau bouge?
Suis-moi quand j'y vois rouge?
Tant pis ça ira
Tant qu'il y aura toi
Stigmates sous ma peau fine
Mon amour à morphine
Tu vois ça ira
Tu vois ça ira
Ah, ya, ya, ya
On a tous un espoir
Entrer dans l'histoire
Mais sans l'autre on est quoi?
Malgré le vide on a
On a besoin d'y croire
Ah, ya, ya, ya
Tout seul là on a quoi?
Qu'un pauvre miroir
Son reflet et puis quoi
Mais sans l'autre on est quoi?
Moi, j'ai besoin d'y croire
Et voilà
Déjà vu
Il n'y a plus rien à faire pour nous
Plus de classe
Si tout est chaste
Il n'y a plus rien à faire pour nous
So do we stigmates sous la peau bouge?
Suis-moi quand j'y vois rouge?
Tant pis ça ira
Tant qu'il y aura toi
Stigmates sous ma peau fine
Mon amour à morphine
Tu vois ça ira
Tu vois ça ira
Ah, ya, ya, ya
Sans un autre on est quoi?
Pour entrer dans l'histoire
Sans amour on est quoi?
Si c'est la fin Inshallah
On a besoin d'y croire
Ah, ya, ya, ya
Et sans l'autre on a quoi?
Qu'un pauvre miroir
Son reflet et puis quoi
Moi, sans toi je me noie
On a besoin d'y croire
Ah, ya, ya, ya
On a tous un espoir
Entrer dans l'histoire
Mais sans l'autre on est quoi
Malgré le vide on a
On a besoin d'y croire
C'est pas le temps qui passe
C'est pas l'indifférence
C'est juste qu'on y croit plus
Moi je sais qu'on a plus
Le souffle pour s'éloigner
Être deux, s'approcher
Pour ne faire qu'un ici
Ainsi soit-il
Ah, ya, ya, ya
On a tous un espoir
Entrer dans l'histoire
Mais sans l'autre on est quoi?
Malgré le vide on a
On a besoin d'y croire
Ah, ya, ya, ya
Tout seul là on a quoi?
Qu'un pauvre miroir
Son reflet et puis quoi
Mais sans l'autre on est quoi?
Moi, j'ai besoin d'y croire
Amen
And There you go
It's like that
There is nothing more for us to do
As we knock ourselves out and
This is the flaw
There is nothing more for us to do
It's too late
The world is braille
There is nothing more for us to do
The moon is black and
And I am in pain
But never stop being inside of us
So does the stigma under the skin move?
Follow me when I see red?
Too bad it will be fine
As long as there is you
Stigmas under my thin skin
My morphine love
You see it will be fine
You see it will be fine
Ah, ya, ya, ya
We all have hope
Enter history
But without the other what are we?
Despite the emptiness we have
We need to believe it
Ah, ya, ya, ya
All alone there we have what?
Than a poor mirror
Its reflection and then what
But without the other what are we?
Me, I need to believe it
And There you go
Already seen
There is nothing more for us to do
More class
If everything is chaste
There is nothing more for us to do
So does the stigma under the skin move?
Follow me when I see red?
Too bad it will be fine
As long as there is you
Stigmas under my thin skin
My morphine love
You see it will be fine
You see it will be fine
Ah, ya, ya, ya
Without another what are we?
To make history
Without love what are we?
If this is the end Inshallah
We need to believe it
Ah, ya, ya, ya
And without the other we have what?
Than a poor mirror
Its reflection and then what
Me, without you I drown
We need to believe it
Ah, ya, ya, ya
We all have hope
Enter history
But without the other we are what
Despite the emptiness we have
We need to believe it
It's not the time that passes
It's not indifference
It's just that we don't believe in it anymore
I know we have more
The breath to go away
Be two, come closer
To become one here
So be it
Ah, ya, ya, ya
We all have hope
Enter history
But without the other what are we?
Despite the emptiness we have
We need to believe it
Ah, ya, ya, ya
All alone there we have what?
Than a poor mirror
Its reflection and then what
But without the other what are we?
Me, I need to believe it
Amen
