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Autorisation de délirer

Hubert-Félix Thiéfaine · 1979

38 min · 11 tracks · folk music

A surreal blend of French chanson and rock, weaving poetic narratives with eclectic instrumentation and biting social commentary.

Top tracks — play these first

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    La Vierge au Dodge. 51 — This track opens the album with an evocative narrative that combines personal reflection and societal critique, setting the tone for the entire project.
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    Variations autour du complexe d'Icare — Here, Thiéfaine explores themes of ambition and failure through a clever interplay of words and melodic shifts, showcasing his lyrical prowess.
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    Autorisation de délirer — The title track encapsulates the album's spirit of freedom and defiance, featuring an experimental structure that mirrors its thematic complexity.
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    L'Homme politique, le Roll-mops et la Cuve à mazout — This song stands out for its satirical take on politics, blending humor with poignant commentary through intricate storytelling.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 La Vierge au Dodge. 51 2:54
  • 2 Court-Métrage 3:17
  • 3 La Môme Kaléïdoscope 4:13
  • 4 L'Homme politique, le Roll-mops et la Cuve à mazout 5:50
  • 5 Variations autour du complexe d'Icare 2:35
  • 6 Enfermé dans les cabinets (avec la fille mineure des 80 chasseurs) 3:42
  • 7 La Queue 5:25
  • 8 Dernière station avant l'autoroute 0:41
  • 9 Rock-autopsie 3:43
  • 10 Autorisation de délirer 1:16
  • 11 Alligators 427 5:01

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