Laisse béton cover

Laisse béton

Renaud · 1977

35 min · 12 tracks · chanson

A raw and spirited reflection of urban life, blending humor with social commentary through poignant storytelling.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo storytelling flow
  • humorous reflections on urban life
  • short tracks for quick engagement
  • light-hearted social commentary
  • sing-along moments with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking long immersive experiences
  • prefer instant gratification tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Laisse béton was Renaud's debut album, released in 1977 when he was just starting to carve his niche in the French chanson scene. This record established him as a voice of the youth, addressing societal issues with a blend of wit and sincerity that would define his career.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Laisse béton 2:33
  • 2 Le Blues de la Porte d’Orléans 3:11
  • 3 La Chanson du loubard 2:34
  • 4 Je suis une bande de jeunes 3:03
  • 5 Adieu minette 3:51
  • 6 Les Charognards 4:21
  • 7 Jojo le démago 2:29
  • 8 Buffalo débile 2:21
  • 9 La Boum 3:00
  • 10 Germaine 3:16
  • 11 Mélusine 1:38
  • 12 La Bande à Lucien 2:54

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