L'attrape Rêves Lyrics in English by Christophe Maé

L'attrape-rêves literally translates to "the dreamcatcher". It's a captivating and culturally rich word that immediately evokes a sense of wonder and magic.

In this song, Christophe Maé personifies the dreamcatcher, addressing it directly as a guardian of dreams and secrets. He sings about its role in protecting "têtes blondes" (blond heads, referring to children) and "les brunes" (brunettes), and trapping bad dreams, making it the central, most enticing element of the lyrics.

Christophe Maé's "L'attrape Rêves" is a beautiful ode to the dream catcher, a guardian of our sleep and aspirations. He thanks this magical object, calling it "petit morceau de lune" (little piece of moon), for protecting our secrets and dreams within its feathers. The song highlights a powerful idea: "Comme l'on vit on rêve / Et comme l'on rêve on devient" (As we live, we dream / And as we dream, we become). It's a reminder that our dreams shape who we are.

Maé also asks the dream catcher to protect everyone, from "mes têtes blondes" (my blond heads), likely referring to children, to "les brunes aussi" (the brunettes too), emphasizing that there's enough space for everyone's dreams. He celebrates the dream catcher's power to trap bad dreams, ensuring they "Ne feront plus de mal à personne" (will no longer harm anyone). The song encourages us to let the dream catcher sway above our nights, watching over us all, big and small, and even mentions the "Rêve de l'indien qui danse sous la pluie" (Dream of the Indian dancing in the rain), adding a touch of spiritual imagery to this lovely song about hope and protection.