Released 14 years ago this November
À La Poursuite Du Bonheur
M. Pokora · 2012
70 min · 20 tracks · contemporary R&B
A vibrant blend of contemporary R&B and pop, celebrating love and resilience with infectious melodies and pulsating beats.
Top tracks — play these first
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Juste un instant Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its upbeat tempo and message of seizing the moment, encapsulating the overall theme of joy and perseverance.
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Mourir ce soir — With its catchy chorus and emotional depth, this song stands out for its exploration of love and longing, showcasing Pokora's vocal range and lyrical maturity.
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Danse sur ma musique — This track highlights M. Pokora's flair for danceable rhythms, combining engaging lyrics with an infectious beat that encourages listeners to celebrate life through music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends contemporary R&B with pop effectively but lacks standout depth in composition.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of upbeat tempos across the first ten tracks, creating a danceable atmosphere.
- Several tracks incorporate electronic elements, with synths and programmed beats complementing traditional R&B instrumentation.
- The lyrics often revolve around themes of love and resilience, with a focus on personal empowerment in both melody and delivery.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant danceable listening experience
- uplifting themes of self-acceptance
- short, engaging track durations
- energetic and motivational vibes
- dynamic emotional expressions
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified M. Pokora's status as a leading artist in France.
- Themes
- celebration of love· pulsating nightlife· French pop resilience
- Career context
- À La Poursuite Du Bonheur is M. Pokora's fourth studio album, following his successful release of MP3 in 2010. By this point, he had established himself as a prominent figure in the French pop scene, transitioning from a boy band member to a solo artist with a dynamic sound that appealed to a broad audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Keenan Cahill· David Guetta· Tiësto
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Encore + fort
The bridge shifts into a powerful declaration of resilience against adversity, urging listeners to push through challenges.
This moment serves as a rallying cry, using repetition to reinforce determination while contrasting softer verses that reflect vulnerability.
Tracklist
- 1 Juste un instant Start here 3:25
- 2 Cours 3:22
- 3 Mourir ce soir 4:03
- 4 Le temps qu'il faut 3:36
- 5 Encore + fort 3:04
- 6 Chacun 3:31
- 7 Reste comme tu es 3:37
- 8 Si tu pars 3:43
- 9 Sauve-toi 3:23
- 10 Danse sur ma musique 3:09
- 11 Mes rêveurs 3:20
- 12 Mon évidence 4:01
- 13 On est là 3:06
- 14 Merci d'être 3:33
- 15 Ma poupée 3:18
- 16 Envole-moi 3:07
- 17 Je voudrais vous dire 3:36
- 18 Plus haut 3:34
- 19 Je serai là 3:31
- 20 Hallelujah 4:39
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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