Robert Charlebois
Ordinaire
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Composer:Robert CharleboisGenre:VocalAverage_duration:5:50'Ordinaire' is a song composed by Robert Charlebois, a Canadian singer-songwriter, in 1971. The song was first premiered on his album 'Robert Charlebois avec Louise Forestier' in the same year. The song is a part of the progressive rock genre and is known for its unique blend of French and English lyrics. The song 'Ordinaire' has a total of three movements. The first movement is characterized by a slow and steady rhythm, with Charlebois singing in French about the mundane aspects of everyday life. The second movement is more upbeat and features Charlebois singing in English about the desire to break free from the monotony of life. The third and final movement is a return to the slow and steady rhythm of the first movement, with Charlebois singing in French about the inevitability of returning to the ordinary. The song's lyrics are a commentary on the monotony of everyday life and the desire to break free from it. Charlebois sings about the routine of waking up, going to work, and coming home, and how it can feel like a never-ending cycle. He also sings about the desire to break free from this routine and live a more exciting life, but ultimately acknowledges that returning to the ordinary is inevitable. Overall, 'Ordinaire' is a unique and thought-provoking song that explores the complexities of everyday life. Its blend of French and English lyrics, as well as its progressive rock sound, make it a standout track in Charlebois' discography.More....