L'an 2005
Dalida · 1997
67 min · 16 tracks · chanson · disco · Arabic music
A vibrant fusion of disco and Arabic melodies that invites listeners to dance and dream.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- danceable rhythms for celebration
- wave-like pacing encourages movement
- vibrant fusion sparks joy
- dreamy melodies for escapism
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward, immediate tracks
- dislike varied pacing and styles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Represents Dalida's return and showcases her continued musical vitality.
- Themes
- futuristic nostalgia· disco-infused Arabic traditions· party anthems of hope
- Career context
- Released on July 7, 1997, 'L'an 2005' marked Dalida's return to the music scene after a period of personal struggles. This album was her last studio work before her passing in 1987, showcasing her enduring appeal and ability to blend contemporary sounds with her classic style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Natacha Atlas· Fairuz· Amr Diab
- If this clicks, go next to
- Les années Orlando, l'intégrale – Versions originales 1970–1997 — Continues the vibrant energy with a collection of original versions from her impactful career.
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Diaspora by Natacha Atlas — Blends Arabic influences with electronic beats, creating a vibrant dance atmosphere.Wenu Wenu by Omar Souleyman — Fuses traditional Middle Eastern sounds with modern rhythms for a festive, upbeat experience.Made in Medina by Rachid Taha — Combines rock, raï, and electronic elements, echoing the same celebratory spirit and cultural fusion.
Tracklist
New here? Start with "Gigi in Paradisco (Paradisco mix)".
- 1 Gigi in Paradisco (Paradisco mix) Start here 5:08
- 2 La tumba (Amazonia mix) 3:14
- 3 Soleil 4:40
- 4 Salma ya salama 4:38
- 5 Chanteur des années 80 4:10
- 6 L’An 2005 3:22
- 7 Chanter les voix 5:08
- 8 Il faut danser reggae 4:08
- 9 Femme (Smile) 3:47
- 10 Darla dirladada 4:26
- 11 Alabama Song 5:39
- 12 Salma ya salama (Oriental Dream mix 97) 4:58
- 13 La tumba (Tumba mix) 3:20
- 14 Comme disait Mistinguett 3:48
- 15 Les Choses de l’amour 3:36
- 16 It’s You in the Shadow (Là‐bas dans le noir) 3:41
What to play next
This album is considered a Late Career Highlight in Dalida's catalog. Represents Dalida's return and showcases her continued musical vitality.
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