Star Academy L Orange -

"Non c’est pas moi, j’ai pas volé l’orange" ( No, it's not me, I didn't steal the orange ).

It was released as a double A-side with a cover of Captain Sensible's "Wot!".

"Tu as volé l'orange du marchand!" ( You stole the merchant's orange! ).

The lyrics take a darker turn as the crowd begins to judge the accused for being a "stranger" and someone who "brings bad luck," highlighting themes of prejudice and mob mentality. Where to Listen & Watch

Star Academy 3 (contestants included Michal, Elodie Frégé, and Sofia Essaïdi).

By 2014, it was ranked as the 20th best-selling single of the 21st century in France, with over 560,000 units sold.

The (specifically the 3rd French season) released a massive cover of the 1964 Gilbert Bécaud song "L'Orange" (often called "L'Orange du marchand") in December 2003. It became a cultural phenomenon in France and Belgium, spending several weeks at the top of the charts. Key Facts About the Cover