Cannabis – Bande originale du film
Serge Gainsbourg · 1970
29 min · 13 tracks · funk · jazz · progressive rock
A jazzy, psychedelic soundscape intertwining lush instrumentals with Gainsbourg's provocative and playful lyricism.
Why this album works
'Cannabis' showcases Gainsbourg's ability to blend music with cinematic storytelling, influencing the soundtracks of future French films. It reflects the era's shifting cultural landscape towards more open discussions of topics like drug use and sexuality, paving the way for later artists in both film and music.
- Best for
- playful and provocative themes short bursts of creativity psychedelic soundscape exploration
- Context
- Released on May 1, 1970, 'Cannabis' is a soundtrack to the film of the same name and marks Gainsbourg's continued experimentation with diverse genres. Following his breakthrough with 'Histoire de Melody Nelson' in 1971, this album precedes a period where he began to embrace more controversial themes in his work, blending pop with provocative storytelling.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Michel Polnareff· Johnny Hallyday· Jacques Higelin· Sandra· Françoise Hardy· Mireille Mathieu· Sheila· Dalida
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Cannabis (instrumental) Standout 2:28
- 2 Le Deuxième Homme 1:09
- 3 Première blessure 2:24
- 4 Danger 2:09
- 5 Chanvre indien 2:26
- 6 Arabique 1:30
- 7 I Want to Feel Crazy Standout 1:41
- 8 Cannabis 2:29
- 9 Jane dans la nuit 1:23
- 10 Avant de mourir Standout 5:24
- 11 Dernière blessure 1:23
- 12 Piège 3:10
- 13 Cannabis (bis) 1:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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