Cabrel public
Francis Cabrel · 1984
72 min · 20 tracks · blues
A heartfelt blend of folk and chanson, intertwining poetic lyrics with warm melodies that evoke nostalgia and reflection.
Top tracks — play these first
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Je l'aime à mourir — This track encapsulates Cabrel's signature style with its intimate lyrics and gentle melody, making it a timeless love song in French music.
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Ma place dans le trafic — Opening the album, this song sets the tone with its vivid imagery and relatable themes of urban life, showcasing Cabrel's storytelling prowess.
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L'Encre de tes yeux — This track highlights Cabrel's lyrical depth, exploring themes of longing and memory through beautiful metaphors and a haunting melody.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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L'Encre de tes yeux
The writing shifts from nostalgic reflection to a more urgent plea for connection.
This shift intensifies the emotional impact, revealing the speaker's vulnerability and desire while contrasting with the earlier reflective tone.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ma place dans le trafic 3:47
- 2 Les Chemins de traverse 2:56
- 3 Petite Marie 3:50
- 4 Répondez-moi 4:10
- 5 L'Enfant qui dort 4:13
- 6 Les Voisins 2:56
- 7 La Fille qui m'accompagne 4:23
- 8 Je pense encore à toi 2:22
- 9 Pas trop de peine 3:03
- 10 Chauffard 4:53
- 11 Carte postale 4:16
- 12 Question d'équilibre 3:41
- 13 L'Encre de tes yeux 3:34
- 14 C'était l'hiver 4:01
- 15 La Fabrique 3:41
- 16 Je l'aime à mourir 3:03
- 17 Elle écoute pousser les Fleurs 2:43
- 18 Saïd et Mohamed 4:00
- 19 Les Murs de poussière 3:39
- 20 La Dame de Haute-Savoie 3:15
Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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