Regarde!
| "Regarde !" | |
|---|---|
| Single by Monroe | |
| Language | French |
| Released | 6 March 2026[1] |
| Genre | Operatic pop |
| Songwriter | Monroe |
| Music video | |
| "Regarde !" on YouTube | |
"Regarde !" (in English: Look!) is a song by French-American soprano singer Monroe. It was released in 2026 as a standalone single, which is performed in French and combines elements of operatic pop with contemporary electronic influences.
The song represented France in the Eurovision Song Contest 2026, finishing 11th with 158 points.[2]
Background
[edit]According to Monroe, the song was inspired by themes of self-reflection, emotional vulnerability, and human connection. The title, which translates to "Look!" in English, reflects the song's message about seeing the world and personal relationships from a different perspective.[3][4]
Composition
[edit]Musically, "Regarde !" is a mid-tempo operatic pop song that performed in French featuring synthesizers, atmospheric production, and melodic vocal performance. The lyrics discuss love, distance, and emotional honesty.[5][6]
Release and promotion
[edit]The song was released on digital streaming platforms in 2026. Monroe promoted the single through social media performances and live appearances in France and other francophone countries. "Regarde !" received positive responses from listeners for its emotional lyrics and modern production style. Critics highlighted Monroe's vocal performance and the song's cinematic atmosphere.[7]
Charts
[edit]| Chart (2026) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Austria (Ö3 Austria Top 40)[8] | 68 |
| Greece International (IFPI)[9] | 70 |
References
[edit]- ↑ "France: Monroe's song for Eurovision 2026 released – Listen to "Regarde"". Eurovisionworld. 2026-03-06. Retrieved 2026-05-28.
- ↑ "'Regarde !': It's Monroe for France". Eurovision Song Contest. 2026-03-06. Retrieved 2026-05-28.
- ↑ Genius English Translations – Monroe - REGARDE ! (English Translation), retrieved 2026-05-28
- ↑ "Monroe". Eurovision Song Contest. Retrieved 2026-05-28.
- ↑ Eurovision Song Contest (2026-05-14). Monroe - Regarde ! (LIVE) | France 🇫🇷 | Second Semi-Final | Eurovision. Retrieved 2026-05-28 – via YouTube.
- ↑ "Eurovision 2026 France: Monroe - "Regarde"". Eurovisionworld. Retrieved 2026-05-28.
- ↑ "Monroe – Regarde ! [Eurovision Song Contest]". Eurovision Song Contest (in German). Retrieved 2026-05-28.
- ↑ "Monroe – Regarde!" (in German). Ö3 Austria Top 40. Retrieved 27 May 2026.
- ↑ "Official IFPI Charts − Digital Singles Chart (International) − Εβδομάδα: 20/2026" (in Greek). IFPI Greece. Archived from the original on 27 May 2026. Retrieved 27 May 2026.