In extremis
Francis Cabrel · 2015
50 min · 12 tracks · blues
A rich tapestry of poetic lyrics woven with bluesy melodies and folk influences, reflecting a contemplative journey through love and history.
Top tracks — play these first
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À chaque amour que nous ferons — This track exemplifies Cabrel's ability to capture the nuances of love with poignant imagery and heartfelt emotion, making it a standout on the album.
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Mandela, pendant ce temps — A powerful tribute that intertwines personal narrative with historical context, this song highlights Cabrel's commitment to social justice through art.
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Dur comme fer — Opening the album with a strong melodic hook, this track sets the tone for the reflective and introspective journey that follows.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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In extremis
The climax where Cabrel shifts from personal struggles to universal themes of resilience illustrates an emotional peak in the song.
This transition not only broadens the emotional scope but also connects individual experience to collective human resilience.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dur comme fer 4:03
- 2 À chaque amour que nous ferons 4:29
- 3 Le Pays d'à côté 4:36
- 4 Azincourt 2:58
- 5 In extremis 5:42
- 6 Dans chaque cœur 5:04
- 7 Partis pour rester 3:39
- 8 Mandela, pendant ce temps 4:10
- 9 Les Tours gratuits 4:42
- 10 La Voix du crooner 2:53
- 11 Pas si bêtes 4:34
- 12 Les Fontaines du jazz 3:42
Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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