French Kissing In The Usa
Blondie · Other Songs - Blondie
Embrasser c'est Francais (*)
Embrasser c'est Francais
Love's way, s'abandonner (**)
Embrasser c'est Francais
Embrasser c'est Francais
Slip into the velvet glove
Parted lips so filled with love
Embrasser c'est Francais
Embrasser c'est Francais
Lips upon forbidden places
Lingering in long embraces
Embrasser c'est Francais
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin'
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA
Lips are in motion
Ocean to ocean to ocean, ocean to ocean to ocean
Paris is calling
Falling, we're falling, we're falling, falling, we're falling, we're falling
Lips close, then blossom like a rose
Embrasser c'est Francais
Embrasser c'est Francais
Lips wide holding you inside
Embrasser c'est Francais
Embrasser c'est Francais
Kisses hard, kisses deep
A kiss to wake us from our sleep
Embrasser c'est Francais
Embrasser c'est Francais
Take your lover by the hand
Speak in tongues and understand
Embrasser c'est Francais
Embrasser c'est Francais
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin'
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA
Lips are in motion
Ocean to ocean to ocean, ocean to ocean to ocean
Paris is calling
Falling, we're falling, we're falling, falling, we're falling, we're falling
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin', French kissin'
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin', French kissin', French kissin'
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin', French kissin', French kissin'
French kissin' in the USA
French kissin' in the USA
----------------------------------
P.S I don't speak a word in French but a friend (who's even worse) had it translated for me:
(*) French Kissing
(**) Forbidden
French Kissing In The Usa
Blondie's 1979 track 'French Kissing In The Usa' stands as a quintessential example of the new wave movement, blending pop sensibilities with punk energy. Released during the height of the band's commercial success, the song features the distinctive vocal interplay between Debbie Harry and Chris Stein, showcasing their signature style of theatricality and rhythmic precision. The recording captures the era's fascination with American identity and cultural hybridity, delivered through a production that balances synthesizers with driving basslines. As a staple of their discography, the song exemplifies Blondie's ability to merge rock aggression with danceable hooks, influencing countless subsequent artists in the genre. Its enduring appeal lies in its catchy melody and the band's unique ability to craft anthems that remain relevant decades later.