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C'est la vie

Martin Solveig · 2008

37 min · 7 tracks · house music

A vibrant fusion of house beats and catchy melodies that ignites a spirited dancefloor atmosphere.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    C'est la vie (radio edit) — This version showcases the catchy melody and upbeat energy that defines the album, making it perfect for radio play and mainstream appeal.
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    C'est la vie (original club mix) — The original club mix extends the track's infectious groove, featuring deeper basslines and a more immersive sound that's ideal for dancefloors.
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    C'est la vie (Fedde vs. Martin club mix) — This collaboration adds a unique twist to the original track while maintaining its core elements, showcasing the dynamic nature of house remixes.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100
Lowland
Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The album features energetic house beats and catchy melodies but lacks depth in songwriting and cohesion.

What we noticed

  • The first five tracks maintain a consistent upbeat tempo, with driving basslines and rhythmic synths that create a danceable atmosphere.
  • Several tracks feature repetitive melodic hooks that are layered over the beats, enhancing their catchiness for club settings.
  • The album includes two remixes at the end, which shift the focus from original compositions to reinterpretations of earlier tracks.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

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

  • steady club-ready dance vibes
  • for lively gatherings
  • catchy hooks for sing-alongs
  • pulsating beats for workouts

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking deep introspective moments
  • prefer standalone track variety

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2008, C'est la vie marks Martin Solveig's third studio album, following his commercial breakthrough with the hit single 'Hello' in 2010. At this point, he was establishing himself as a prominent figure in the French house music scene, blending infectious hooks with club-ready rhythms.
Stylistic neighbors
David Guetta· Calvin Harris· Zedd
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Tracklist

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

  • 1 C'est la vie (radio edit) 3:25
  • 2 C'est la vie (original club mix) 5:58
  • 3 C'est la vie (Fedde vs. Martin club mix) 6:25
  • 4 C'est la vie (John Dahlbäck remix) 5:49
  • 5 C'est la vie (The Bloody Beetroots remix) 4:31
  • 6 C'est la vie (Goose remix) 5:31
  • 7 C'est la vie (Fedde Le Grand's Pink Bird dub) 5:37

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