Quand on n’a que l’amour

JACQUES BREL

Quand on n’a que l’amour is one of Jacques Brel’s most iconic songs—an ode to sincere and universal love. Many artists have covered this masterpiece, and among them, Typh Barrow delivered a particularly moving performance at the Francofolies de Spa on July 21, 2018. Her piano accompaniment, both subtle and delicate, enhances the song’s emotional depth, supporting the vocals with elegance and sensitivity.

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Scrolling Score Tutorial

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Quand on n’a que l’amour – JACQUES BREL – Piano Sheet Music

PDF Sheet Music

A clear and accurate transcription of the piano accompaniment performed by Typh Barrow at the Francofolies de Spa on July 21, 2018.

This version is ideal for those who want to play the expressive piano part while singing or accompanying a vocalist.

The melody is not included in this transcription.

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✔️ Original key

Synthesia-type Tutorial

Learn the song visually with falling notes — ideal if you prefer practicing without reading sheet music.

MIDI File

High-quality MIDI file

featuring the piano accompaniment performed by Typh Barrow at the Francofolies de Spa on July 21, 2018.

Compatible with apps like Synthesia or digital pianos that include a learning mode.

This version is perfect for structured practice or performing the piano part while singing. The vocal melody is not included.

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✔️ Original key
✔️ Left and right hands are separated into two tracks
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Lyrics ▼

Quand on a que l'amour
A s'offrir en partage
Au jour du grand voyage
Qu'est notre grand amour
Quand on a que l'amour
Mon amour toi et moi
Pour qu'éclatent de joie
Chaque heure et chaque jour

Quand on a que l'amour
Pour vivre nos promesses
Sans nulle autre richesse
Que d'y croire toujours

Quand on a que l'amour
Pour meubler de merveilles
Et couvrir de soleil
La laideur des faubourgs

Quand on a que l'amour
Pour unique raison
Pour unique chanson
Et unique secours

Quand on a que l'amour
Pour habiller matin
Pauvres et malandrins
De manteaux de velours

Quand on a que l'amour
A offrir en prière
Pour les maux de la terre
En simple troubadour

Quand on a que l'amour
A offrir à ceux là
Dont l'unique combat
Est de chercher le jour

Quand on a que l'amour
Pour tracer un chemin
Et forcer le destin
A chaque carrefour

Quand on a que l'amour
Pour parler aux canons
Et rien qu'une chanson
Pour convaincre un tambour

Alors sans avoir rien
Que la force d'aimer
Nous aurons dans nos mains
Amis le monde entier