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Blonde

Cœur de pirate · 2011

36 min · 12 tracks · folk

Ethereal melodies intertwine with intimate lyricism, creating a hauntingly beautiful folk-pop landscape.

Why this album works

Best for
steady, consistent energy levels intimate reflective moments short, immersive listening sessions
Context
Blonde is Cœur de pirate's second album, following her highly successful self-titled debut. Released in 2011, this album solidified her status as a prominent figure in the Canadian music scene and showcased her evolution as an artist, blending personal themes with polished production.
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Blonde is an album by Cœur de pirate, released in 2011. Ethereal melodies intertwine with intimate lyricism, creating a hauntingly beautiful folk-pop landscape. The album received critical acclaim and helped Cœur de pirate win the Félix Award for Album of the Year in 2012. Its unique blend of French lyrics and folk-pop sound contributed to a resurgence of interest in Francophone music, influencing subsequent artists in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Blonde sound like?

Ethereal melodies intertwine with intimate lyricism, creating a hauntingly beautiful folk-pop landscape. Rooted in folk.

What makes Blonde by Cœur de pirate notable?

The album received critical acclaim and helped Cœur de pirate win the Félix Award for Album of the Year in 2012. Its unique blend of French lyrics and folk-pop sound contributed to a resurgence of interest in Francophone music, influencing subsequent artists in the genre. Blonde is Cœur de pirate's second album, following her highly successful self-titled debut. Released in 2011, this album solidified her status as a prominent figure in the Canadian music scene and showcased her evolution as an artist, blending personal themes with polished production.

Who is Blonde for?

Blonde works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, intimate reflective moments and short, immersive listening sessions.

How many songs are on Blonde?

Blonde has 12 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

Tracklist

12 tracks·36:12

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

  • 1 Lève les voiles 1:12
  • 2 Adieu Standout 2:27
  • 3 Danse et danse 3:10
  • 4 Golden Baby Standout 3:07
  • 5 Ava 3:16
  • 6 Loin d’ici 2:43
  • 7 Les Amours dévouées 2:27
  • 8 Place de la République Standout 4:11
  • 9 Cap Diamant 2:43
  • 10 Verseau 3:53
  • 11 Saint-Laurent 3:14
  • 12 La Petite Mort 3:49

Release Date

November 7, 2011

Genre

Artist Origin

Canada

Runtime

36 min 12 sec