“That we can show our artistic personality, and not only do covers, is an incredible opportunity,” rejoices Gabriel Lobao met this Thursday afternoon before rehearsals for the final of the thirteenth season of The Voice. Like the four other finalists, the talent of Mika’s team will have the opportunity to perform an original song written especially for him in order to try to win the final broadcast Saturday evening on TF1.
In your eyesa pop and festive title, was designed by Daysy – also credited to Those we were, Pierre Garnier’s hit. Gabriel Lobao of course wishes him the same fate. “We say to ourselves that she can walk, she is very intoxicating, joyful, dancing. It is perfect for the coming summer. » His song, which 20 minutes was able to listen to, is the only one of the five creations to do up-tempo pop.
A song about incest by Camille Lellouche
Alphonse will venture into swing and jazzy rhythms with Every time. A piece that goes somewhat out of his comfort zone and the classics of the text song with which he has made a strong impression until then.
Shanice will perform It is not normal, a waltz to an intense text signed by his coach Camille Lellouche. In the lyrics, she addresses a child victim of an incestuous father: “Tell me your misfortunes, when you sink into terror, that he speaks to you when you sleep. That voice in your head that tells you he has no right to put his hands on you. » “We had a very good time talking with Camille,” says Shanice. We talked about the themes we wanted to address in this song. It’s a subject that affects a lot of people and it’s rare for these people to feel understood. »
For Iris, it will be The storm, a title from Olympe Chabert from the entourage of her coaches, Bigflo and Oli. An atmospheric ballad that wouldn’t look out of place in a James Bond credits.
A fate similar to “Et Bam”?
My dream is the title of the piece that Vianney composed for his talent, Baptiste. “It was a turnkey solution for me,” explains the latter who, in the chorus, sings: “My dream is to move forward, not get ahead, and if I don’t walk anymore I’ll die, so I’ll go , I will continue. » The first-person lyrics evoke a young artist who wishes to flourish in music. Like his interpreter who does not approach the finale with great nostalgia: “I enjoyed doing this show but I can’t wait to start something else. I see The Voice as a springboard, I’m very excited about what’s next,” he told journalists.
Note that only the two talents who come first in the first round of voting in the final will have the opportunity to perform their original songs to hope for victory. The three other candidates will sing theirs during the after-party.
The first time The Voice planned original titles for its finalists was in season 10, three years ago. Among them was And bam of Mentissa. The singer did not win, or even finish second, but her song has since been certified diamond, launching the career that we know her.