Genre humain
Brigitte Fontaine · 1995
46 min · 12 tracks · chanson
Ethereal melodies interlace with provocative lyrics, creating a surreal exploration of human existence and identity.
Why this album works
The album is significant for its bold lyrical themes and eclectic sound, which influenced the French chanson scene in the mid-90s. Critics praised it for pushing boundaries, leading to Fontaine receiving further recognition within avant-garde music circles and beyond.
- Career context
- By the time 'Genre humain' was released in 1995, Brigitte Fontaine had established herself as a unique voice in French chanson. This album arrived nearly a decade after her acclaimed collaboration with the group Art Zoyd, marking a continued evolution in her artistic expression and cementing her status as an avant-garde icon.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Étienne Daho· Sandra· Vanessa Paradis· Daniel Balavoine· Jeanne Mas· Alain Bashung· Stephan Eicher· Patricia Kaas
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 La Femme à barbe Standout 7:36
- 2 Genre humain Standout 4:22
- 3 Le Magnum 3:19
- 4 Conne 3:44
- 5 Belle abandonnée Standout 3:36
- 6 Dans la cuisine 3:38
- 7 Comme à la radio 5:50
- 8 Intérieur nuit 3:08
- 9 Hammam en plein-air 2:32
- 10 Le Train deux-mille-cent-dix 2:20
- 11 Il se mèle à tout ça 3:10
- 12 J'adore pas 2:50
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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