Di doo dah
Jane Birkin · 1973
38 min · 14 tracks · pop music
A whimsical blend of pop and chanson, infused with playful melodies and Jane Birkin's breathy vocals.
Why this album works
'Di doo dah' is notable for its playful and experimental sound that reflects the vibrant French pop scene of the early 1970s. The album received positive critical attention and showcased Birkin's ability to blend genres, influencing subsequent artists in both France and the UK.
- Best for
- playful, whimsical listening experience short, engaging track lengths balanced energy shifts throughout
- Context
- Released in 1973, 'Di doo dah' was Jane Birkin's second studio album, following her successful debut 'Jane Birkin/Serge Gainsbourg'. At this point in her career, she had started to carve out a unique identity as a solo artist, building on the fame she gained from her collaboration with Gainsbourg.
- Stylistic neighbors
- David Bowie· Duran Duran· Kim Wilde· Kate Bush· Phil Collins· Joe Jackson· Ringo Starr· John Lennon
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Di doo dah Standout 3:38
- 2 Help camionneur ! Standout 2:49
- 3 Encore lui 2:27
- 4 Puisque je te le dis 2:36
- 5 Les Capotes anglaises 2:14
- 6 Leur plaisir sans moi 1:46
- 7 Mon amour baiser 2:34
- 8 Banana Boat 2:19
- 9 Kawasaki 2:37
- 10 La Cible qui bouge 3:13
- 11 La Baigneuse de Brighton 2:18
- 12 C’est la vie qui veut ça 2:20
- 13 La Décadanse Standout 5:16
- 14 Les Langues de chat 2:19
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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