Composer

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Jacques Brel

Genre

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Vocal

Average_duration

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03:20

"Les Renêtres" is a song composed by Jacques Brel, a Belgian singer-songwriter, in 1967. The song was first premiered on his album "Jacques Brel 67" and later became one of his most popular songs. The song is divided into three movements, each with its own distinct characteristics. The first movement is slow and melancholic, with Brel's deep voice singing about the loneliness and isolation of the city. The second movement is more upbeat and energetic, with Brel's voice rising in intensity as he sings about the joy and excitement of being in love. The third movement is a return to the slow, melancholic tone of the first movement, with Brel singing about the pain and heartbreak of lost love. The lyrics of "Les Renêtres" are deeply poetic and introspective, exploring themes of love, loneliness, and the human condition. Brel's voice is powerful and emotive, conveying a range of emotions from despair to hope to joy. The song is a testament to Brel's skill as a songwriter and performer, and remains a beloved classic of French chanson to this day.

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