In 2001, French singer-songwriter Yves Duteil, famous for his poetic and heartfelt lyrics, released the song "Avoir et Être", a beautiful tribute to the role of teachers and the value of education. The song's reference to "to be and to have", two foundational French verbs goes beyond grammar to explore themes of growth, fraternity and life choices. So sit back, listen to Yves Duteil's soothing voice, and let "Avoir et Être" inspire you in your own language-learning adventure!
After listening to the song, scroll down for the transcript in our bilingual reader, where you can click any French phrase for the English translation and related grammar lessons.
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