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Cheese

Stromae · 2010

41 min · 12 tracks · hip-hop · house · synth-pop

A vibrant blend of catchy melodies and electronic beats infused with hip hop swagger.

Why this album works

'Cheese' solidified Stromae's place in the music industry by achieving critical acclaim and commercial success, particularly with 'Alors on danse,' which topped charts across several countries. The album's blend of diverse genres helped to influence a new wave of European pop and electronic music, earning him a distinct cultural significance.
Best for
steady rhythmic journey throughout vibrant dance party atmosphere catchy melodies for sing-alongs
Context
Released on June 14, 2010, 'Cheese' was Stromae's debut album, establishing him as a unique voice in the Belgian music scene. Prior to this, he had gained some recognition through his single 'Alors on danse,' which became a major hit in Europe, paving the way for this full-length project.
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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Bienvenue chez moi".

  • 1 Bienvenue chez moi Start here 2:47
  • 2 Te quiero Standout 3:25
  • 3 Peace or Violence Standout 3:09
  • 4 Rail de musique 4:08
  • 5 Alors on danse (radio edit) Standout 3:27
  • 6 Summertime 3:06
  • 7 Dodo 3:58
  • 8 Silence 4:42
  • 9 Je cours 3:17
  • 10 House’llelujah 4:00
  • 11 Cheese 3:02
  • 12 Alors on danse (90’s remix) 2:53

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