Jacques "Crabouif" Higelin
Jacques Higelin · 1971
41 min · 5 tracks · blues
A whimsical blend of blues and chanson, infused with theatrical storytelling and experimental soundscapes.
Top tracks — play these first
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I Love the Queen — This track combines biting satire with a catchy melody, exemplifying Higelin's unique ability to critique society while engaging listeners musically.
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Tiens j’ai dit tiens — With its playful lyrics and lively rhythm, this song encapsulates the album's whimsical spirit and highlights Higelin's knack for storytelling.
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Musique rituelle du Mont des Abesses (XXème siècle, XVIIIème arrondissement) — Spanning over twenty minutes, this track is a sonic exploration that showcases Higelin's experimental side, merging avant-garde elements with traditional French music.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- contemplative late-night moods
- layered dense sonic textures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 1971, Jacques Higelin released 'Crabouif' as his third studio album, marking a significant artistic evolution after his debut. Following the success of his previous work, this album showcased his growing ambition to merge genres while pushing the boundaries of French pop music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alain Souchon· Jean-Louis Murat· Les Rita Mitsouko
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 I Love the Queen 4:56
- 2 Tiens j’ai dit tiens 4:33
- 3 Je suis mort qui, qui dit mieux 5:59
- 4 Aujourd’hui blues 5:16
- 5 Musique rituelle du Mont des Abesses (XXème siècle, XVIIIème arrondissement) 20:15
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