ZAZ is a French singer famous for her soulful voice and genre-blending music, which combines jazz, soul, and French chanson.

With a raspy, expressive vocal style, she brings a raw honesty to her performances, making her a standout in the contemporary French music scene.

About the Song

Je veux is a bold, energetic anthem that challenges materialistic values and appreciates a life of joy, love, and realness.

In this song, ZAZ rejects luxury and materialism, choosing love, freedom, and truth instead, delivered with rhythm and powerful vocals.

Je Veux Lyrics by ZAZ

Couplet 1

Donnez-moi une suite au Ritz, je n’en veux pas
Des bijoux de chez Chanel, je n’en veux pas
Donnez-moi une limousine, j’en ferais quoi ? (Papala-papapala)
Offrez-moi du personnel, j’en ferais quoi ?
Un manoir à Neuchâtel, c’n’est pas pour moi
Offrez-moi la Tour Eiffel, j’en ferais quoi ? (Papala-papapala)
(Cha-lapapa-dapa-papa-lapa-lapa-ladee-dada-papa)

Refrain

Je veux d’l’amour, d’la joie, de la bonne humeur
C’n’est pas votre argent qui f’ra mon bonheur
Moi, j’veux crever la main sur le cœur (papala-papapala)
Allons ensemble, découvrir ma liberté
Oubliez donc tous vos clichés
Bienvenue dans ma réalité

Couplet 2

J’en ai marre d’vos bonnes manières, c’est trop pour moi
Moi, je mange avec les mains et j’suis comme ça
Je parle fort et je suis franche, excusez-moi
Finie l’hypocrisie moi j’me casse de là
J’en ai marre des langues de bois
Regardez moi, toute manière j’vous en veux pas et j’suis comme ça J’suis comme ça (Papala-papapala)

Refrain

Je veux d’l’amour, d’la joie, de la bonne humeur
C’n’est pas votre argent qui f’ra mon bonheur
Moi, j’veux crever la main sur le cœur (Papala-papapala)
Allons ensemble, découvrir ma liberté
Oubliez donc tous vos clichés
Bienvenue dans ma réalité
Je veux d’l’amour, d’la joie, de la bonne humeur
C’n’est pas votre argent qui f’ra mon bonheur
Moi, j’veux crever la main sur le cœur (Papala-papapala)
Allons ensemble, découvrir ma liberté
Oubliez donc tous vos clichés
Bienvenue dans ma réalité
Je veux d’l’amour, d’la joie, de la bonne humeur
C’n’est pas votre argent qui f’ra mon bonheur
Moi, j’veux crever la main sur le cœur (Papala-papapala)
Allons ensemble, découvrir ma liberté
Oubliez donc tous vos clichés
Bienvenue dans ma réalité

Complete English Lyrics of Je Veux

Verse 1

Give me a suite of rooms in Ritz hotel, I wouldn’t want it
Chanel jewellery, I wouldn’t want it
Give me a limousine, what would I do with that? (Papala-papapala)
Pay a staff for me, what would I do with them?
A manor-house in Neufchatel, I’m not meant for that
Buy me the Eiffel Tower, what would I do with that? (Papala-papapala)
(Cha-lapapa-dapa-papa-lapa-lapa-ladee-dada-papa)

Chorus

I want love, joy and cheerfulness
Your money won’t buy me happiness
I just want to die with a hand on my chest (Papala-papapala)
Let’s go together discover my freedom
Let you forget all your stereotypes
Welcome into my reality

Verse 2

I’m sick of your good manners, they’re more than I can take
I eat with my hands – that’s just the way I am
I’m loud and straightforward, pardon me
Down with hypocrisy, I’m outta here!
I’m sick of their wooden language
Just look at me, anyway I don’t bear a grudge and that’s the way I am! (Papala-papapala)

Chorus

I want love, joy and cheerfulness
Your money won’t buy me happiness
I just want to die with a hand on my chest (Papala-papapala)
Let’s go together discover my freedom
Let you forget all your stereotypes
Welcome into my reality
I want love, joy and cheerfulness
Your money won’t buy me happiness
I just want to die with a hand on my chest (Papala-papapala)
Let’s go together discover my freedom
Let you forget all your stereotypes
Welcome into my reality
I want love, joy and cheerfulness
Your money won’t buy me happiness
I just want to die with a hand on my chest (Papala-papapala)
Let’s go together discover my freedom
Let you forget all your stereotypes
Welcome into my reality

Live Performances on Je Veux

1. ZAZ – Je Veux (Live)

2. ZAZ – Je Veux (Live)

Similar Songs Like Je Veux

These are similar songs by ZAZ that show her distinctive style of freedom, honesty, and emotional expression:

• Sous le ciel de Paris: This song expresses the magic of the show through raspy vocals over vintage instrumentation, blending passionate delivery with a romantic feel.
• On Ira: It shares the same free spirit as “Je Veux.” The music moves between happy verses and big choruses, showing hope while her joyful voice sings about chasing dreams.
• Qué vendrá: This upbeat track features Spanish elements, maintaining her signature blend of jazz and acoustic sounds with a cross-cultural twist.

Similar Artists Like ZAZ

Here are some similar artists like ZAZ who blend French ballad with jazz, soul, and rawness lyrical expression, along with their genre and top album:

• Carla Bruni
  Genre: French Chanson / Folk
  Top Album: Quelqu’un m’a dit (2002)
• Édith Piaf
  Genre: Classic Chanson / Vocal
  Top Album: La Vie en Rose (Compilation)
• Coeur de Pirate
  Genre: Indie Pop / Chanson
  Top Album: Blonde (2011)
• Camille
  Genre: Experimental Chanson / Pop
  Top Album: Le Fil (2005)

Frequently Asked Questions

What Does Je Veux Mean in English?

Je veux means “I want” in French, derived from the verb “vouloir” (to want). Frenchlearner It’s more direct than the polite form “je voudrais” (I would like).

What is the Main Theme of the Song?

The song rejects materialistic values and wealth in favor of love, joy, and a good mood, emphasizing that money can’t buy happiness.

What Luxury Items Does ZAZ Mention Rejecting?

She mentions rejecting a suite at the Ritz hotel, Chanel jewelry, and a limousine, questioning what she would do with such extravagances.