Je t'aime... moi non plus

Je t'aime... moi non plus is the title of a controversial song written by Serge Gainsbourg, arranged by Michel Colombier and sung by Gainsbourg and his soon-to-be girlfriend, Jane Birkin who replaced actress Brigitte Bardot after protests of Bardot's then husband.

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Serge Gainsbourg - Michel Colombier - Jane Birkin - Brigitte Bardot

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The song was known much for its racey undertones and the simple repitition of the phrase "I love you... me neither" detailed by Birkin's breathy moans. The lyrics of the song, sung in very sultry tones, with Gainsbourg and Birkin/Bardot alternating, are considered by some to be somewhat explicit. Controversial phrases from the song include:

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• "Je vais et je viens, entre tes reins" ("I come and I go, in between your kidneys")
• "Tu es la vague, moi l'île nue" ("You are the wave, I am the naked island")
• "L'amour physique est sans issue" ("Physical love, without exit")

At times, the moans of Birkin/Bardot are the focus of the song and sound similar to a female orgasm.

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It was a commercial success all over Europe, despite being banned from radios in Italy, Sweden, Spain and the UK.

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The song debuted at #1 on the UK charts and ironically at #69 within the US. The tune would go on to be the influence for the disco classic "Love To Love You Baby" by singer Donna Summer and legendary producer Giorgio Moroder, both of whom would later duet "Je t'aime" in its original form.

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Disco - Love To Love You Baby - Donna Summer - Giorgio Moroder

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Je t'aime... moi non plus is also the name of a 1976 feature film, directed by Serge Gainsbourg, starring Jane Birkin, Patrick Dewaere and Joe Dallesandro.

Related Topics:
1976 - Patrick Dewaere - Joe Dallesandro

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