J'arrive
Jacques Brel · 1968
69 min · 19 tracks · chanson
A poignant tapestry of emotions woven through lush melodies and Brel's theatrical vocal delivery.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- theatrical narratives with emotional depth
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- poignant moments for reflective listening
- late-night solitude with lyrical storytelling
- evocative melodies for personal reflection
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, instant gratification
- seek standalone tracks only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'J'arrive' was released in 1968, Jacques Brel was already an established figure in the chanson genre, following his acclaimed album 'Les Marquises' from 1967. This album marked Brel's return to the studio after a brief hiatus and showcased his evolving artistry as he began to blend personal storytelling with broader social themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Georges Brassens· Léo Ferré· Charles Aznavour
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 La Chanson des vieux amants 4:29
- 2 À jeun 3:36
- 3 Fils de... 3:48
- 4 Mon père disait 3:05
- 5 Le Gaz 2:54
- 6 L’Ostendaise 4:48
- 7 Je suis un soir d'été 4:10
- 8 Un enfant 3:44
- 9 Comment tuer l'amant de sa femme quand on a été élevé comme moi dans la tradition 2:39
- 10 Vesoul 3:09
- 11 J’arrive 4:46
- 12 La Bière 3:13
- 13 L’Éclusier 4:19
- 14 Regarde bien petit 4:39
- 15 La Quête 2:38
- 16 Mijn vlakke land (Le Plat pays) 2:54
- 17 De burgerij (Les Bourgeois) 3:03
- 18 Rosa 2:50
- 19 De nuttelozen van de nacht (Les Paumés du petit matin) 4:15
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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