La Violence et l'Ennui
Léo Ferré · 1980
70 min · 14 tracks · classical music
A poignant blend of melancholic melodies and introspective lyrics, reflecting the struggles of existence and the weight of human experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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La Violence et l’Ennui Start here — The title track encapsulates the album's central themes of despair and reflection, with a haunting melody that underscores Ferré's poignant lyricism.
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La Tristesse — In this track, Ferré employs lush orchestration to amplify the emotional weight of his words, creating an immersive experience of sorrow and introspection.
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Frères humains / L’amour n’a pas d’âge — This piece blends a call for human solidarity with a timeless message about love, demonstrating Ferré's ability to weave social commentary into heartfelt songwriting.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- poignant lyrical introspection
- dynamic journey with peaks
- late-night solitude contemplation
- wave-like pacing rewards patience
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer upbeat party vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Explores existential themes, showcasing Ferré's artistic depth and cultural impact.
- Themes
- French political disillusionment· orchestral melancholy
- Career context
- By 1980, Léo Ferré was a seasoned artist known for his poetic lyrics and avant-garde approach to chanson. 'La Violence et l'Ennui' followed his acclaimed album 'Léo Ferré à l'Olympia,' showcasing his continued evolution as a prominent figure in French music. This release marked a time when Ferré was experimenting with more complex arrangements while maintaining his signature lyrical depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Georges Brassens· Jacques Brel· Barbara
Tracklist
- 1 La Violence et l’Ennui Start here 7:37
- 2 La Tristesse 4:55
- 3 Géométriquement tien 3:17
- 4 Words… Words… Words… 3:24
- 5 Marseille 3:54
- 6 La Mer Noire 5:05
- 7 F L B 6:57
- 8 Frères humains / L’amour n’a pas d’âge 4:27
- 9 La Marge 3:54
- 10 Un jean’s ou deux… aujourd’hui 2:34
- 11 Je t’aime 7:09
- 12 Les Ascenseurs camarades 6:28
- 13 En faisant l’amour 4:31
- 14 La Vendetta 6:00
What to play next
If this landed
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