Troisième Pas Lyrics in English Kyo

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Below, I translated the lyrics of the song Troisième Pas by Kyo from French to English.

Above the walls to demolish

The acrobats' sons dance

I spent two hours in front of the mirror

To be sure it was me

Bread and circuses to make us believe

That the sea's prettier without waves

I spent two hours in front of the slaughterhouse

To be sure I wouldn't see you there

I camped at the foot of ivory towers

Eyes fixed on their railings

On faded dreams on every floor

On stories that end badly

Bad, bad, bad, bad

But never forget I'd do for you

The first, the second and the third step

I'll only step back to jump better

I'm too scared of tipping to the wrong side

The heart is heavy, we'll always measure up

I've seen the sky ignite for way less than that

Foam up to our doorsteps

I hum the melody of the wounded

In the lounge, fake hugs

In the streets, Atlas's heirs

Some pornstars who dream at night

As the new prima ballerina

I'll go dislocate my jaw

Cry for those who made history

I'll pass my soul under blacklight

So I never hurt you

Bad, bad, bad, bad

But never forget I'd do for you

The first, the second and the third step

I'll only step back to jump better

I'm too scared of tipping to the wrong side

The heart is heavy, we'll always measure up

I've seen the sky ignite for way less than that

Foam up to our doorsteps

I hum the melody of the wounded

But never forget I'd do for you

The first, the second and the third step

I'll only step back to jump better

I'm too scared of tipping to the wrong side

The heart is heavy, we'll always measure up

I've seen the sky ignite for way less than that

Foam up to our doorsteps

I hum the melody of the wounded

The heart is heavy, we'll always measure up

I've seen the sky ignite for way less than that

Foam up to our doorsteps

I hum the melody of the wounded

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basculer — to tip over / to switch sides

Basculer means "to tip over," "to switch," or "to swing." It's a dynamic verb that suggests a precarious balance and the potential for a sudden change.

In the song, the line "J'ai trop peur de basculer du mauvais côté" (I'm too afraid to tip over to the wrong side) uses basculer to express the fear of falling into a negative state or making a wrong choice. It captures the emotional tension and vulnerability of the lyrics, making it a compelling word for learners.

Troisième Pas drops us into a bustling carnival of modern life: acrobats swaying above crumbling walls, ivory towers looming overhead, false hugs in living rooms, and the constant hum of pain et des jeux (bread and games) that keeps everyone distracted. Through these vivid snapshots, Kyo calls out the emptiness of society’s shiny distractions and the fear of “tipping to the wrong side,” all while humming the sorrowful melody of those who have already fallen.

Amid the chaos shines a powerful pledge of loyalty. The singer promises to take the first, the second, and the third step for the one he loves, retreating only to leap farther and shield them from harm. Heavy hearts may weigh them down, yet together they will always balance the scale. Part social critique, part love anthem, the song urges us to face our collective anxieties, reject hollow comforts, and move forward—side by side—one brave step at a time.

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