Zaz in the shower

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By: Nicolas Gerbault

Zaz in the shower

Zaz’s participation in the opening ceremony of the 2023 Rugby World Cup was mocked. The artist, originally from the South-West, nevertheless changed an amateur rugby anthem in 2008, the clip of the group 4P having caused a sensation a few years later.

The singers Zaz and Vianney did not really do much during the beautiful opening ceremony of the 2023 Rugby World Cup, with Jean Dujardin as leader, Friday evening, before France-New Zealand at the Stade de France. The choice of the two artists, on the part of the organizing committee, was widely mocked on social networks. “ That’s why they have a helmet, rugby players, it’s not to protect their heads, it’s to protect their ears », launched Arnaud Demanche on RMCthe morning of the opening match.

Zaz, if she is not one of the most popular pop singers of the moment in France, is a rugby fan. Above all, she can boast of having sung a song paying tribute to amateur rugby. In 2008, two years before his first album and his great success I wantthe one who grew up in Bordeaux collaborated with the rap group 4P on the title Amateur rugby. It didn’t become a hit at the time.

But the clip, shot with a rugby team on a field and in a locker room, caused a sensation when the singer rose to fame, with Zaz singing the chorus in the shower. The website The Rugbynistere had praised the song.

” Rugby values ​​of sharing and friendship; Rugby, masterpieces of carried mauls; Ah rugby, no tackle or you suffer; Rugby, come drink in my cubicle », sang Zaz for this group which had paid homage to Aveyron the year before. This is why the organization of the Rugby World Cup thought of the 43-year-old singer.

Nicolas Gerbault

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Nicolas Gerbault

Nicolas Gerbault is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Nicolas discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Nicolas enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.