QUAND ON N'A QUE L'AMOUR

Sheet music for piano, voice and chords

Lyrics and music : Jacques Brel
Performer : Jacques Brel

"Quand on n'a que l'amour" is one of Jacques Brel's most iconic songs, released in 1956 on the album Le Moribond. Written and composed by Jacques Brel himself, this poignant ballad expresses the idea that love can transcend all difficulties and impart invaluable worth to life.

The song stands out for its profound lyrics and emotional melody, highlighting the power and purity of true love. Jacques Brel often described this song as a hymn to universal love, capable of bringing hope and light in dark times.

In addition to Brel's original version, the song has been beautifully interpreted by the Belgian artist Maurane, whose rendition helped further popularize this classic, adding a new layer of emotional depth to the song.

"Quand on n'a que l'amour" remains a seminal work in French chanson, celebrated for its ability to touch hearts across generations.

Sheet music available in paper (postal delivery) but also in download!