Joe Cocker/N'Oubliez Jamais
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all the same old songs
Why do you sing
with the melody
'Cause down the street
something's goin' on
There's a new beat
and a brand new song
He said:
In my life, there was so much anger
Still I have no regrets
Just like you, I was such a rebel
So dance your own dance, and never forget
N'oubliez jamais
I heard my father say
Every generation has its way
a need to disobey
N'oubliez jamais
It's in your destiny
a need to disagree
when rules get in the way
N'oubliez jamais
Mama, why do you dance
to the same old songs
Why do you sing
only the harmony
Down on the street
Something's goin' on
There's a new beat
and a brand new song
She said:
In my heart there's a young girl's passion
for a life long duet
Someday soon
someone's smile will haunt you
So sing your own song and never forget
N'oubliez jamais
I heard my father say
Every generation has its way
a need to disobey
N'oubliez jamais
It's in your destiny
a need to disagree
when rules get in the way
N'oubliez jamais
What is this game
searching for love or fame, it's all the same
one of these days you say that love will be the cure
I'm not sure
N'oubliez jamais
I heard my father say
Every generation has its way
a need to disobey
N'oubliez jamais
It's in your destiny
a need to disagree
when rules get in the way
N'oubliez jamais
Joe Cocker - N'Oubliez Jamais
Joe Cocker's 1971 recording of 'N'Oubliez Jamais' stands as a defining moment in his career, showcasing his mastery of the blues and soul genres. Originally a French song, Cocker's English-language rendition became a staple of his discography, reflecting his ability to reinterpret material across cultural boundaries. The track exemplifies his signature vocal style, characterized by raw emotion and dynamic range, which he utilized to deliver powerful performances throughout the early 1970s. As part of his broader catalog of socially conscious and blues-inflected works, this song remains a significant example of his contribution to the rock and roll canon during a period of artistic experimentation and commercial success.