Kendji Girac, the famous French singer revealed by The Voice on TF1, makes a poignant return with his new song, Si seulement… This track has been available since Friday, August 30. It marks the artist’s first musical production since last April. Indeed, he was seriously injured by a gunshot at that time. This dramatic event, which almost cost him his life, seems to have deeply influenced the lyrics of this new work.
“If only [si seulement] I had known how to tell you without having to write it on my skin,” sings Kendji, in a particularly intense emotional register. This phrase resonates like a direct echo to the difficult period he went through. Indeed, he suffered a gunshot wound to the chest during a domestic dispute. This occurred under the presumed influence of alcohol and drugs. It led to his hospitalization last April. This experience seems to have left an indelible mark on the 28-year-old artist, who now chooses to express it through his music.
The song “Si seulement…” was composed by Vianney and Renaud Rebillaud, regular collaborators of Kendji. The singer confided on his Instagram account, stating that he “drew from the depths of (his) heart.” He wrote this song dedicated to his audience. For the first time, Kendji addresses his fans directly in his lyrics, thus demonstrating a unique closeness with those who have supported him for ten years now. “This song, I made it just for you,” he says, emphasizing the importance of his connection with his audience. Let’s remember that Kenji is admired by Eva Longoria and even Brigitte Macron…
The return of Kendji Girac to the music scene is not limited to this single track. In the video posted on Instagram, he also announced the release of his new album. It is titled Vivre [To Live, in French] and its release is scheduled for October 5. This new production is highly anticipated by his fans, eager to reconnect with the artist after this tumultuous period.
Despite the trials he has faced, Kendji seems determined to move forward and share his most intense emotions through his music. “Sorry if I preferred to destroy myself, even if it meant risking damaging my empire,” he sings in this track, like a public confession of his past mistakes. This brutal sincerity is what makes this return so poignant and promises to deeply move his beloved fans.
Kendji’s journey, from his meteoric rise after his victory on The Voice in 2014 to this tragic episode, shows an artist in constant evolution, capable of transforming his life experiences into powerful artistic works. His new album, Vivre, promises to be a reflection of this resilience and ability to rise again. Whatever the trials.
With “Si seulement…”, Kendji Girac offers a sincere declaration of love to his audience while opening a new chapter in his career, marked by maturity and depth. A musical return that will undoubtedly leave beautiful memories in the hearts of many admirers.