Raphaël [English translation]

While you were sleeping, I went to get

the croissants and the newspaper so that you can find work.

But Raphael, wake up.

While you were sleeping, the grocer knocked

at the front door—he would like to get paid.

But Raphael, what are you doing?

I paint pictures of Paradise, of Jesus, of Mary,

and Mary, do you know that you look like Mary?

He paints pictures of Paradise, of Jesus, of Mary.

He always tells me Mary, you look like her.

Look at this advertisement—you have to move fast.

Serious references needed—for work at the towers of Defense.

But Raphael, get dressed.

Look at this advertisement for a qualified painter,

very high salary—you know, this could be our lucky day.

But Raphael, what are you doing?

I paint pictures of Paradise, of Jesus, of Mary,

and Mary, do you know that you look like Mary?

He paints pictures of Paradise, of Jesus, of Mary.

He always tells me Mary, you look like her.

You blow off life—you do whatever you want.

You would be better off in Rome painting your Madonnas.

But Raphael, what are you doing?

I paint pictures of Paradise, of Jesus, of Mary,

and Mary, do you know that you look like Mary?

He paints pictures of Paradise, of Jesus, of Mary.

He always tells me Mary, you look like her.

He paints pictures of Paradise, of Jesus, of Mary.

He always tells me Mary, you look like her.

• Artist:Dalida
• Album:J'attendrai (1974)