This Euro attempt at 'punk' has a somewhat interesting history. Originally released by little known punk band Elton Motello as 'Jet Boy, Jet Girl' (whose chorus comprised of 'He gives me head' - strange that wasn't a hit then, eh?), the backing track was taken by the composer, new lyrics written and re-recorded in slang French and voila 'Ça plane pour moi' was born! I have vivid memories of this being performed on many TV shows at the time but had no idea what any of the lyrics were apart from the chorus. However, go here and all shall be revealed...
Bonus Clips: an interview with the composer Lou Deprijck (turn on CC for English subtitles). Note: he actually sang 'Ça plane pour moi'; Plastic Bertrand (real name: Roger François Jouret) mimed.
... and a TV show performance of 'Jet Boy Jet Girl' by Elton Motello.
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