Le Secret
Lara Fabian · 2013
79 min · 17 tracks · pop music
An ethereal blend of operatic pop and heartfelt balladry, layered with lush orchestration and intimate vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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Le secret — The title track serves as a powerful introduction to the album, blending haunting melodies with personal lyrics that set the emotional tone for the entire record.
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Un ange est tombé — This song showcases Fabian's vocal prowess and emotional range, capturing themes of loss and longing through an evocative arrangement that resonates deeply with listeners.
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Je t'appelle — With its gripping chorus and passionate delivery, this track illustrates Fabian's ability to convey vulnerability and strength in equal measure, making it a standout piece on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends operatic pop with heartfelt ballads, showcasing strong vocals but varying cohesion across its length.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features layered orchestration and builds to a powerful vocal climax, setting an emotional tone.
- Several tracks incorporate dramatic shifts in dynamics, moving from soft, intimate verses to soaring choruses that showcase vocal range.
- The last three tracks feature a gradual decrease in tempo and intensity, creating a reflective conclusion to the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady emotional build throughout
- lush soundscapes for reflection
- soaring vocals for catharsis
- ideal for intimate evenings
- consistent flow enhances immersion
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced music
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a significant comeback and showcases continued artistic vitality.
- Career context
- By the time 'Le Secret' was released in 2013, Lara Fabian was an established name in the music industry, known for her powerful vocal range and emotional delivery. This album marked her return to the French-speaking market after a period of exploring English-language projects, showcasing her commitment to her roots while still pushing artistic boundaries.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Sarah Brightman· Céline Dion· Andrea Bocelli
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Le secret 5:19
- 2 Danse 4:59
- 3 Amourexique 4:59
- 4 Un ange est tombé 4:14
- 5 Je t'appelle 4:37
- 6 Mirage 3:37
- 7 Que j'etais belle 4:54
- 8 La vie est là 4:30
Disc 2
- 1 Je rêve d'une étoile 3:54
- 2 Kalpataru 6:32
- 3 Deux "Ils" deux "Elles" 3:30
- 4 Ce qu'il reste 4:01
- 5 P... De grand amour 4:34
- 6 Il est lune 4:50
- 7 Mon désir 4:14
- 8 L'enfant du gwenved 5:00
- 9 I am a-WA 5:27
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