Draft:Toi mon amour

"Toi mon amour"
Single by Marc Lavoine
from the album L'Heure d'été
Language	French
Released	27 July 2006
Recorded	2004-2005
Studio	Abbey Road Studios (London) Studio Gang (Paris) Studio Guillaume Tell (Suresnes) Studio Méga D (Suresnes)
Genre	Soft rock adult contemporary chanson pop
Length	3:38
Label	Mercury Records France Universal
Lyricist(s)	Marc Lavoine Christophe Casanave
Producer(s)	Marc Lavoine Jean-François Berger François Delabrière
Marc Lavoine singles chronology
"Je me sens si seul" (2005) "Toi mon amour" (2006)

"Toi mon amour" (English: You, My Love) is a song by French singer Marc Lavoine, released on 27 July 2006 as part of his ninth studio album, L'Heure d'été (2005), through Universal Music Group and Mercury Records France. The track was written by Marc Lavoine and Christophe Casanave, with production handled by Jean-Francois Berger, François Delabrière, and Lavoine himself. The song explores themes of romantic devotion and emotional intimacy. Its lyrics depict a deep, personal connection between lovers, emphasizing vulnerability, affection, and the enduring presence of love.

Upon release, "Toi mon amour" achieved moderate commercial success across several European markets. In France, the single peaked at No. 8 on the French Singles Chart (SNEP), making it one of Marc Lavoine's more successful chart entries. The song maintained a consistent presence on the chart for several weeks, reflecting steady airplay and sales. In Belgium (Wallonia), it reached No. 10 on the Ultratop 50 Singles chart and was included in the year-end chart for 2006 at position No. 73, indicating sustained popularity in the region. In Switzerland, the track peaked at No. 43 on the Schweizer Hitparade and spent a total of 10 weeks on the chart, demonstrating a moderate reception among the Swiss audience. Despite its success in Francophone countries, the single did not chart in other major European markets.

The music video for "Toi mon amour" complements the song's romantic and introspective themes through a stylized visual narrative centered on intimacy and emotional connection. It features Lavoine alongside a female lead, portrayed in a series of close, atmospheric scenes that alternate between shadowed interiors and softly lit environments. The video emphasizes subtle gestures and quiet moments between the characters, reinforcing the song's exploration of love, desire, and vulnerability. The cinematography employs warm tones and gentle lighting to create an intimate and contemplative mood, aligning with the lyrical tone. Lavoine's understated performance contributes to the overall emotional resonance, making the video a visual extension of the song's delicate and heartfelt message.

Background

Marc Lavoine's 2001 album Marc Lavoine was a major commercial success, earning a 2× platinum certification in France for over 600,000 copies sold. The album features a blend of pop and adult contemporary music, showcasing Lavoine's emotional vocal delivery and strong songwriting. Some notable tracks include the hit singles "Elle a les yeux revolver," which became one of his signature songs, and the duet "J'ai tout oublié" with Cristina Marocco, which further solidified his popularity. The album remained in the French Top 50 for 70 weeks and charted for a total of 96 weeks, with its rich collaboration and heartfelt lyrics resonating deeply with audiences. The success of the album cemented Lavoine as one of France's most prominent artists.

Composition

"Toi mon amour" was written by Marc Lavoine and Christophe Casanave, with the music composed by Casanave. The song was produced by Marc Lavoine, Jean-François Berger, and François Delabrière, who also contributed to the arrangements and overall production on Lavoine's ninth studio album L'Heure d'été. The track was recorded in various studios, with notable work taking place at Studios de la Grande Armée in Paris, a prominent studio for French pop music. The song's lyrics revolve around themes of romantic devotion, emotional vulnerability, and the longing for connection, capturing the complexities of love and desire. Musically, "Toi mon amour" features a smooth pop ballad arrangement, with subtle soft rock influences. It is written in the key of D minor, with a tempo (BPM) of 97.