Alter Ego Lyrics in English by Bilal Hassani
Hors-la-loi literally translates to "outside the law" or "outlaw". It's a striking and somewhat dramatic term that evokes images of rebellion and defiance.
In the song, Bilal Hassani sings, "J'ai l'ADN d'un hors-la-loi" (I have the DNA of an outlaw). This phrase suggests a deep-seated, inherent tendency towards breaking rules or living unconventionally, making it a powerful and intriguing word choice that hints at the song's themes of self-discovery and challenging norms.
Bilal Hassani's "Alter Ego" is all about embracing a hidden side of yourself, that inner rebel or superhero who's ready to break free! He talks about being "À deux doigts de changer de voie" [Two fingers from changing paths] and having "l'ADN d'un hors-la-loi" [the DNA of an outlaw]. It's like he's looking at his journal and seeing someone else's name written there, making space for his "démons" [demons] – but in a good way, like giving them a chance to shine.
He imagines shutting out the world, turning on airplane mode, and feeling the wind under his feet, ready to transform. The chorus is super catchy, listing all the things this alter ego is: "changer de peau" [changing skin], "Amour Lego, jamais trop" [Lego love, never too much], "Super-héros, gagner l'loto" [Super-hero, winning the lottery], and "Liquide comme l'eau, jamais trop" [Liquid like water, never too much]. It's about being fluid, limitless, and ready for anything. He even dreams of inventing a new life for a taxi driver, finishing a license on the most beautiful cities in France, and driving a car to "Réinventer ma signature" [Reinvent my signature] – how cool is that? It's a fun, empowering anthem about finding and becoming your most authentic, adventurous self.
