On The Edge Of The Edge (Signes Extérieurs De Richesse)
Johnny Hallyday · Johnny En V.O. [1984]
Jean-Philippe Smet) adaptation anglaise E. A. Russell/Stephen Stapley
Some people live for future taste
And they never wonder why
I can't afford to be afraid
Cause there's nowhere I can hide
I know there is a price to pay
I know that it's the risk I take
At least I know that I'm alive
When I'm fighting to survive
Out on the edge I can't forget
Out on the edge with no regrets
Hanging on by silver thread
I live my life on the edge of the edge
When the pressure turns me on
I kick in to overdrive
It bears time before I'm gone
I'm gonna find out why
I know there is a price to pay
I know that it's the risk I take
At least I know that I'm alive
When I'm fighting to survive
Out on the edge I can't forget
Out on the edge with no regrets
Hanging on by silver thread
I live my life on the edge of the edge
Well don't tell me I don't understand
It's never black and white
You tell me I should have a plan
Well I only have tonight
I know there is a price to pay
I know that it's the risk I take
At least I know that I'm alive
When I'm fighting to survive
Out on the edge I can't forget
Out on the edge with no regrets
Hanging on by silver thread
I live my life on the edge of the edge.
On The Edge Of The Edge (Signes Extérieurs De Richesse)
Johnny Hallyday remains a defining figure in French rock, often celebrated for his ability to adapt international sounds to a domestic audience. This track appears on the 1984 compilation Johnny En V.O., a collection highlighting his interpretations of foreign-language songs. The title itself suggests a thematic exploration of wealth and status, fitting for an artist who frequently navigated the boundaries between pop and rock. Throughout his extensive career, Hallyday maintained a prolific output, blending American influences with a distinct French sensibility. This recording captures his signature vocal style during a period where he continued to dominate the French music scene. The song stands as part of a vast catalogue that cemented his legacy as the King of French Rock, showcasing his enduring appeal across generations of listeners.