Sparks, Adam Driver, Marion Cotillard - So May We Start | From "Annette" ft. Simon Helb...

So May We Start - from the soundtrack to "Annette" performed by Sparks, Adam Driver, Marion Cotillard feat. Simon Helberg
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ABOUT ANNETTE
Annette, the much-anticipated new film from LEOS CARAX, is set to open the 74th Cannes Film Festival on 6 July 2021 and will go on general release in France on the same date. Based on an original story and music by Ron and Russell Mael, the brothers behind the flamboyant band SPARKS, ANNETTE began life as an (unreleased) album but was transformed into a musical film after they met Carax. Having successfully maintained a five-decade-long career as one of the world’s most innovative and creative bands, it comes as no surprise that their collaboration with the visionary French director has resulted in a unique piece of film-making. The original soundtrack to ANNETTE, with lyrics co-written by SPARKS and LEOS CARAX and music composed and performed by SPARKS, features vocals from the stars of the film: Adam Driver (Henry), Marion Cotillard (Ann) and Simon Helberg (The Conductor).
About Annette, SPARKS says: “The characters live and breathe through the sensibility, tone, and lyrics of the music. In Annette, we set out to have virtually all the dialogue sung. It was a huge challenge, but one we are extremely proud of.“
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LYRICS:
So may we start? (2x)
It’s time to start
High time to start
They hope that it goes the way -it’s supposed to go
There’s fear in them all but they -can’t let it show
They're underprepared but that -may be enough
The budget is large but still -it’s not enough
So may we start? May we start, may we, may we now start? (2x)
It’s time to start - May we start, may we, may we now start?
High time to start - May we start, may we, may we now start?
We’ve fashioned a world, a world -built just for you
A tale of songs and fury -with no taboo
We'll sing and die for you -yes in minor keys
And if you want us to kill too -we may agree
So may we start?
So close all the doors and let’s -begin the show
The exits are clearly marked -thought you should know
The authors are here so let’s -not show disdain
The authors are here and they’re -a little vain
A little vain
Now…
The music resounds and all -the flames are lit
So Ladies and gents please -shut up and sit
The curtain of our eyelids -lazily rise
But where's the stage you wonder
Is it outside, or is it within?
Outside? Within? (2x)
So may we start?
#Sparks #Annette #LeosCarax

[@SonySoundtracksVEVO]

Listen to the official Annette soundtrack here: annette.lnk.to/highlightsAY

[@martinrobinson8200]

This HAS to be the opening song for the Oscars; and then it should win one.

[@MundoJuanci]

it would be perfect

[@danielebellucci8800]

Leos Carax and the Sparks are way too high for the Oscars.

[@jasonnorman-hodges3471]

Between Edgar Wright's documentary and this, we went from the darkest timeline to the Sparkest timeline

[@annabackman3028]

Perhaps this will be one positive outcomes of the pandemic. First people get to know about the documentary, more people get to know about Sparks, more people learn to know and understand their music. Not even the people in charge of the Oscar Academy Awards could miss it, if they don't choose to, of course. It's remarkable how such people can put their heads with eyes and ears deep into the sand when something is outside their normal comfort zone.

[@rebeccadolashewich7094]

✨✌️🤩✌️✨

[@jayshreejazz]

Which documentary are we talking about here?

[@annabackman3028]

@@jayshreejazz 'The Sparks Brothers' by Edgar Wright. Easiest is to google it. Premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in January this year (2021), out on theaters in the UK and the USA, will be available all over Europe. The title is what Sparks' was suggested to change their first name, 'Halfnelson' to after their first album didn't sell. It was thought to be a pun on 'The Marx Brothers'. However Sparks didn't like it much, but agreed with just 'SPARKS'. About using 'The Sparks Brothers' as the name of the group they (Ron and Russell) have said multiple times "We hate it". Consider the name of the docy a loving teasing from Edgar Wright, who is a huge fan and friend of theirs.

[@jayshreejazz]

@anna backman Thank you so much !

[@adamdriverlatinoamerica8836]

Adam Driver: future Oscar and Grammy award winner

[@annabackman3028]

Sparks, future Oscar, etc winner: original story, original music.

[@margaret7504]

Yessss

[@requiemxforxyou]

This is my favourite comment ever.

[@alrighwg]

Far away of Oscars, it's too bizarre for them, besides there's a tendency to nominate films about social issues. And I don't think Amazon will campaing for this movie. Besides Adam Driver has two movies likely to be launch as oscar contenders, so low spectation.

[@amanihawa3426]

The amount of Adam driver’s range this movie is gonna show off..... way too excited for this movie- the sparks are also brilliant.

[@abigailaguirre4366]

🙌

[@arielthompkins427]

😓

[@JonathanNelsonOfficial]

Leos Carax is the man behind all of this. Learn him. An all time great of cinema.

[@annabackman3028]

@@JonathanNelsonOfficial Not really... Sparks' story, Sparks' music, Sparks lyrics/text/script whatever you want to call it. Leos Carax has asked for adjustments to make it work before the camera and on the screen. In some occasions he has co-written these adjustments. This story was meant to be Sparks' next album at the time when they wrote it. They had planned to tour with a storytelling show, not exactly a musical, but let the songs tell story alone, not a play. Ron and Russell asked Carax for his opinion on the material, and after thinking about its possibilities he said he was interested in making it a film. That led to a further developing of material, both the already written and additional. All music, maybe some minor exceptions, I can't tell for sure, and the original story, all Sparks. New material and adjustments are made by Sparks, after Carax' wishes and requests. That's where Carax has had his influences on the lyrics. Don't say this is an achievement by ONE person. Without Ron and Russell Mael of Sparks this hadn't been in the first place. I'm NOT saying that all Leos Carax did was strolling around the cameras playing the accordion, no way!! He has done loads of work to put this together ADDITIONAL to directing. I'm not disregarding his part, AT ALL. As your comment applied to disregard Sparks' part in making this film. I think that right should be right, Sparks wrote the original story, lyrics and music. Period. Leos Carax took it from being an music album and a tour. Sparks AND Carax worked out, wrote and re-wrote adjustments. A lot of team work. YOU ARE RIGHT about Leos Carax is a fantastic director and film maker. Absolutely.

[@JonathanNelsonOfficial]

@@annabackman3028 None of this happens without Leos that’s what I’m saying.

[@paulh2981]

This is the best song in 30 years. This is the kind of song The Beatles would have probably made if they'd stayed together a little longer.

[@rust44]

The fact that this song didn’t win or even get nominated for the Oscars is insane.

[@Salmakia77]

I really don’t think I will stop singing this song 24/7 for at least the next two weeks

[@cdpetee]

I'm STILL going strong with about a dozen plays of "Your Fandango" a day, lol!

[@SuzanneRexford]

I haven't stopped singing it since I saw the movie. :-)

[@catherinemaccini616]

Yes!!

[@lulufee5961]

Adam and Marion's voices are just GREAT!

[@deborahblack2585]

And Russell Mael who's the main singer?

[@annabackman3028]

@@deborahblack2585 In the beginning of the song, then in the choir. Noticeable, but not in the lead. I'm a huge Sparks fan, LOVE Russell's voice. So OF COURSE his part is just 💖❤️💖😊!

[@adeledg6516]

Are you sure it was the real voice of Marion Cotillard? She was dubbed in all the movie!

[@lulufee5961]

@@adeledg6516 well, Marion is a great singer. And the actors repeated again and again that they were singing while shooting the movie.

[@adeledg6516]

@@lulufee5961 Don't trust everything you read....

[@priyac7054]

TAKE MY WORD : This will be the theme song of Cannes and probably should be themes around the world, film festivals, theatres, music shows, all places opening up after a devastating big break

[@stylesmilky1009]

Omg yeasssass

[@necromaya]

This is going to be a Theater Anthem for all opening productions. Just watch.

[@scottgimple8107]

No

[@priyac7054]

@@scottgimple8107 shut up scott

[@stylesmilky1009]

@@scottgimple8107 away with u

[@severineequixor9819]

I am so excited to see this movie, mainly to see Adam Driver sing 😀

[@Salmakia77]

That was what made me research the project: Adam is singing. Very cool? What kind of music might it be? A few years later I can say I fell in love with Sparks, so now I’m even more hyped, if possible...

[@karenvm7711]

Adam Driver OMG amazing

[@jxdn_twilight7839]

I started screaming when I heard Adam singing

[@csjcsj2906]

This song made it to the Oscar shortlist for Best Original Song. If it gets nominated, it’ll be a perfect opener at the Oscars.

[@NNAATTYY1974]

I saw the movie in Paris. It's an Oscar nomination for best original music. No doubt.

[@ganteng3]

Marion Cotillard's vocal tho 💕

[@chasegeyer3825]

And the Oscar for Best Original Song goes to...

[@annabackman3028]

And 'Original Music', 'Original Story'.

[@huwfylt]

if Sparks get nominated for an oscar i'm going to weep. straight up. joyously.

[@Salmakia77]

What I really want is Ron and Russell to get a nomination. For song, score or even script. They deserve all love and success in this world.

[@breezingby2611]

I’m thinking there will be a bigger song in film that’ll be the main contender

[@karinantal9949]

Fingers crossed!! 🤞🏼🥸🤞🏼

[@samosullivan1744]

Marion Cotillard’s voice is just gorgeous!

[@necromaya]

This is amazing. Adam has a terrific range.

[@deborahblack2585]

Russell Mael is the main singer.

[@necromaya]

@@deborahblack2585 He's only the main singer in the first chorus and verse, then Adam takes over for most of the song until right at the end.

[@necromaya]

@@deborahblack2585 OK, I asked at the Sparks site: Ron sings until 1:06, but from then on, it's Adam with Marion .

[@necromaya]

@@alexandralechman115 Yeah, I got it turned around from the answer on their page. They gave me the times everyone started, and for whatever reason I thought he said Ron instead of Russell.

[@necromaya]

No, it's not. Russell only sings lead to 1:06. I got this info from the Sparks Twitter page after specifically asking who was singing on which verse. You can CLEARLY hear Adam singing starting then. I've heard his singing voice prior to this. Sparks say he starts at 1:06, so that's the end of the discussion. If you dont agree, take it up with them.

[@KatesFree]

Can't stop listening to this!!! Thank you, Mael Brothers!!! Thank you, Carax!!! Thank you, Adam and Marion!!! Please, start the show!!!

[@stylesmilky1009]

My body is ready for this movie

[@13blackmagic13]

BEST COMMENT EVER, HOLY SHITTTTTTTTTTTT!!! MINE IS, TOO!!!

[@deborahpompignoli6104]

Sparks never miss an album !!! Adam is magnificent. OUTSIDE THE WHOLE SOUNDTRACK👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@midshipcinema]

LOVE this! There is no limit to the genius of Sparks! Now, please don't ever stop!

[@Serafina2112]

This movie just left me in tears and speechless. What a work of art.

[@penguinspie2767]

Based on opening alone, this musical is gonna be WEIRD. The plot summary confirms this as well. It's giving me Great Comet vibes with the fourth wall breaking and I am SO excited.

[@meliss7582]

OMG my first thought the prologue of great comet!!!!!

[@priyac7054]

Your fandango FANDANGOOOO

[@annabackman3028]

It is: The original story by Sparks, music and lyrics by Sparks "Re-arrangements" to film (originally meant as Sparks' next album and a story to be shown on stage on the next tour!) by Sparks and Leos Carax Directed by Leos Carax. You can't be serious if you say you expected a new Lassie - movie? 😁😍

[@jmichaelbell5434]

OMG!! Did you just refer to THE Great Comet, as in, ‘Natasha’ is young and, what about ‘Pierre’?, & ...?? From your lips to OMG’s ears!! Destination, for now unknown, I’ve a feeling we’re in for a seriously surrealistic and magically meta journey. Destination be dammed! Count me in!

[@nominonami5253]

"I will haunt you" is the track that haunts me from the movie. It is utterly brilliant.

[@amandavare827]

it’s the way in which i’m HYPED for this movie 🤩

[@celestetetetetetete]

Adam Driver doing amazing as always!!

[@MrInterestingthings]

This goes back to an eclectic sounding 70's art-rock sound . It's already one of my favorite Sparks songs in a long , long list traversing the decades . I can't believe they now have 25 albums . Nostagia !

[@anthonytasgal9883]

So fresh and original....as ever...

[@babettewitt3978]

Hello I'm a longtime fan of Russell and Ron too! They are so unique, genuine, sincere, authentic, truthful, passionate MUSICIANS! !! This song is again so original, melodical, otherworldly, I love especially the style of an gospel chorus and in the end the saxophone tune ! AMAZING INCREDIBLE GUYS! !! RUSSELL AND RON I'm falling in LOVE WITH YOU AGAIN AND AGAIN! ! How wonderful beautiful MUSIC can be while you are in this WORLD! !!! I wish you from the Bottom of my heart much Success in Cannes and also with your amazing documentary too!!

[@tremorsfan]

A very clever use of homophones. May we sounds like the french Mais Oui or "but yes". So they're saying "yes, yes start now.

[@flrnce]

I’m gonna eat this soundtrack up when it comes out

[@ffsf739]

I'm DYING to see this movie. Everybody involved is amazing!!!

[@NoxiousRob]

What a teaser, I cannot wait to see the movie.

[@nikolassodiant2595]

Same here.Annette will reach us here in London this September.I know i will cry & laugh at the same time like during the genius Holy Motors 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@nimepole8945]

Can't wait for this movie.Good song. Adam has so beautiful and calming voice ❤️

[@Geshreeyeh]

You're safe to give a thumbs up to anything by Sparks before you've even heard it.

[@pavelthedog6939]

That's how I do it, and have yet to regret it

[@annabackman3028]

Sparks CAN'T be bad. Period.

[@richardsouceyjr5244]

Brilliant. Just freaking brilliant.

[@Seeker898]

I have an excellent feeling about this whole project.

[@mollyj6286]

AAAAAAAAAAAA I'm so excited! A Sparks musical! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA

[@cinziadifrancesco5790]

That's amazing. It's an opera rock. I'm singing all the time 🤩

[@pascalnuevayork]

It's so good to hear The Sparks again. They were my favorites in the 70s and still have the kick

[@nimue6557]

The song is great and I can't wait for more!

[@ivopereira8932]

Yo espero que Adam Driver se lleve el Oscar este año... ¡QUÉ ACTORAZO!

[@marciacampbell7417]

This Is great! I can't stop listening to this song. Amazing Adam. I really really love his voice. I'm very excited for this movie. It was just brilliant👏👏🥰

[@stylesmilky1009]

I swear this needs to be the opening for the 2021 Oscar's. 🥺🥺❤❤❤

[@katmon9757]

I’m so excited for this movie!!

[@rajo741]

Super smart music...so engaging and theatrical. Sparks... legends from their first recording.

[@TravelsWithBrindle]

This went live on my birthday! Thanks for the present, Ron and Russell.

[@nvmbrsdoom5]

Love this. Very much looking forward to the film and soundtrack.

[@greendog3022]

My god I can’t stop listening to this!!! Did an addiction started?

[@tomallen5837]

Sparks always have their finger on the pulse. Started listening to them before the other "mod drag bands" in the 70s. So refreshing to hear them

[@sarahbush8922]

The second I heard Adam’s voice chime in, I immediately went, “aww!” Just love him! 😍

[@joaofilipeferraz6453]

i wont be surprised if it becomes a broadway play

[@lscheffer87]

This is gonna rock

[@leonkane8570]

Catchy as hell !

[@chloereid0x1]

Adam driver's talent really shows in 'Annette.'

[@margaret7504]

Adam is going for his Oscar 🔥😍

[@eirikcheverud6198]

When this movie-album started, I frowned. Then I got kinda angry, like how presumptuous. Then I started laughing, like from the anger at first, but then into just disbelief at what I was experiencing. My partner asked me, after a bit of that, "like, are you enjoying this? because i'm not sure." And through laughing, I responded, "No! This is terrible! I think?" Five minutes later, I said, "so that was pretty good." Some 45 minutes later, it was, "this is incredible." Now I'm here the next day listening to the music again.

[@lorienanderson9494]

sparks fans 🤝 adam driver fans 🤝 marion cotillard fans 🤝 leos carax fans

[@giancarlomainardi2883]

Unbelieveble amazing

[@lucia-fj6nc]

omg I'm so excited! I love musicals and I love this vibe!!

[@jamnmikefx]

I feel like if Annette was a stage production and not a film it would even bigger. I hope they bring it to broadway because it seems almost perfect for the stage

[@lytaquiroz1524]

The premise, plus Sparks and cast had me excited go watch, the trailer was amazing and after this song, i cant wait

[@g1rlb0ss16]

I’M SO EXCITED AAH this song has been playing in my head for the past few days!!

[@RoroCoco1672]

Happy to see Simon Helberg again!

[@Chimpangel]

Simon has a great voice, I like Adam’s too.

[@shigurechannel]

Great art coming thick and fast

[@jennyw5976]

Perfect way of setting the tone! I loved the film and this song got me hooked fast!

[@amled69]

This is absolutely and utterly legend..!! The genius of the Sparks brothers seems to be inexhaustible..!

[@Zilla__man]

Absolutely amazing song

[@nikolassodiant2595]

Let the magic begin 🌿🌿🌿🌿 Thank you Sparks & Carax 🙏🙏💚

[@girlfromgermany]

Tomorrow "Annette" finally is gonna be in theaters in Germany! Can't wait to watch it! 🥳

[@hatsumomo4307]

AMAZING 💚 I'm so excited to watch it! Leos Carax is one of the few filmmakers who still makes me believe in cinema.

[@klausweasley]

If this is just the FIRST song....holy crap.

[@igoribeiro9]

Masterpiece

[@saturninebear]

gave me chills.

[@rickfarmiloe]

This song is BRILLIANT!!!! I have to come expect nothing less from Sparks!!! The ANNETTE musical is going to be epic!!!!!

[@TheDanzelle101]

ADAM IS THE BEST KERMIT

[@highnooncompany5129]

Genius

[@VAGCOMM]

Brilliance! 🤩🤩🤩

[@ameliemeliemelo9762]

Ce film… ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@amandinemetztixal2240]

Omg it's so good !! I love this so much !

[@splitsseconds9965]

Finally lets gooo!

[@sunnymoon9799]

Amazing!!

[@dalcianawaller3451]

J'adore!!!

[@user-mj7cy4rw1c]

Divine composition! Its a new modern classic masterpiece from The Sparks genius.

[@sinsephiroth5273]

It just isn't time to begin yet. I love this song completely 🖤

[@andrewdelouise4830]

There are very few reasons for me to go to the movies. This is one of a few exceptions. Wouldn't be surprised if Sparks get some sort of nomination for their writing or music. A little premature to think that,being the movie isn't even out yet. But I have a feeling this may be one of the year's better films

[@uramisugi]

BABE WAKE UP ADAM DRIVER MUSICAL NUMBER JUST DROPPED

[@criisnf]

Loved!

[@kimmepot08]

Yup. This is now my go-to song to start my work (from home) day!

[@terriblemaze]

It's funny, I've loved Crepax's work and was excited for his new film when I saw the trailer a couple weeks ago. Meanwhile, I've known about Sparks without knowing much about Sparks, but because I saw their name in the Annette trailer I decided to watch their documentary and now I'm both a Sparks fan and ten times more excited for Annette as well! I seriously don't get how Sparks flew under/over my radar all of these years. I've always been into experimental /weirdo/ underground music and listening to their discography I've realized so many bands I have known and loved have built their entire careers off of the sound spawned from a single Sparks song. Finding Sparks this late into my life feels like I missed an entire floor in my musical library because the entryway was hidden behind a door that I mistook for a mirror. It's kind of a bummer, but also incredibly exciting and life-affirming to discover such a treasure trove of art and inspiration just when you wondering if the well had run dry.

[@DawnOfLibraries]

I feel the same way! How did I miss out all these years?

[@sundromos9456]

Who in heavens is "Crepax?"

[@angelamariaquaranta3047]

Beautiful song

[@MikeSparrow]

Sparks opened their recent concert in London with this song and my god, what an opener! I'd not actually heard it before the concert and now I'm obsessed! I love how it builds up!

[@rko9891]

Love you so much Adam!

[@angelapritchard6640]

Outstanding!

[@dianacortes647]

I love it!!!

[@marciacristinaleiterosa8846]

Adam Driver é maravilhoso!

[@bodiemadison9334]

Brilliant!!

[@kevandalzell7906]

As a a fan of the actual song, this is awesome. Sparks rules!!!! The rest of the world is finding out, next week. AWESOMERIFFTASSTICAL, with a wolf!!!!

[@TheTasneemali]

🔥🔥