Je ne connais pas cet homme
Brigitte Fontaine · 1973
37 min · 15 tracks · chanson
An eclectic blend of playful melodies and poignant lyrics that challenge societal norms through chanson's intimate lens.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful melodies with poignant lyrics
- wave-like pacing with surprises
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- intimate listening in small groups
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer long, cohesive albums
- want straightforward, predictable songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Upon releasing 'Je ne connais pas cet homme' in 1973, Brigitte Fontaine was solidifying her place in the French chanson scene. This album followed her earlier works and showcased her distinctive style, combining avant-garde influences with traditional French music. It marked a period where Fontaine began to embrace more experimental sounds, further establishing her as an innovative artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Barbara· Françoise Hardy· Juliette Gréco
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Depuis 1:57
- 2 J'ai 26 ans, madame 1:13
- 3 La Fille du curé 2:04
- 4 Comment ça va 1:42
- 5 Montparnasse 1:18
- 6 La Recherche de l'hiver 3:44
- 7 Les Blanchisseuses 1:09
- 8 C'est normal 4:22
- 9 Dis-moi 4:31
- 10 On n'est pas des arbres 1:44
- 11 La Renarde et le Bélier touffu 4:21
- 12 Je ne connais pas cet homme 2:17
- 13 Nous ne pourrons plus dormir 1:31
- 14 La Morvien 2:37
- 15 Le Silence 2:29
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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