Essence ordinaire
Zebda · 1999
57 min · 13 tracks · middle of the road
A vibrant fusion of French pop, rock, and reggae, with socially conscious lyrics and infectious rhythms.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady, consistent energy levels
- gradual builds and payoffs
- immersive listening sessions
- contagious rhythmic engagement
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Essence ordinaire' was released in 1999, Zebda was solidifying their place in the French music scene after their debut album 'Zebda' in 1992. This album followed a period of increased popularity fueled by their previous successes and exemplified their commitment to blending diverse musical influences while addressing social issues.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Maxime Le Forestier· Alain Chamfort· M. Pokora
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Y’a pas d’arrangement 4:31
- 2 Tomber la chemise 4:23
- 3 Double peine 3:49
- 4 Tombés des nues 4:40
- 5 Quinze ans 4:50
- 6 Je crois que ça va pas être possible 5:36
- 7 Je suis 4:43
- 8 Tout semble si… 3:46
- 9 On est chez nous 3:03
- 10 Oualalaradime 3:59
- 11 Le Manouche 4:03
- 12 Né dans la rue 3:03
- 13 Le Petit Robert 6:32
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