Le Zénith de Gainsbourg
Serge Gainsbourg · 1989
71 min · 18 tracks · funk · jazz · progressive rock
A vibrant fusion of chanson and reggae rhythms rich with Gainsbourg's provocative lyricism.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic journey with emotional peaks
- vibrant rhythms for lively gatherings
- provocative themes for thoughtful listening
- wave-like pacing with varied intensity
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward, quick tracks
- seek constant high-energy flow
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1989, 'Le Zénith de Gainsbourg' came during Serge Gainsbourg's later career, following his acclaimed work in the 1970s and 1980s. This album marked his transition into a more experimental phase, showcasing his ability to blend genres while continuing to push lyrical boundaries, even as he faced declining commercial visibility.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Françoise Hardy· Jacques Brel· Jane Birkin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 You’re Under Arrest 5:52
- 2 Qui est « In » qui est « Out » 3:57
- 3 Five Easy Pisseuses 3:26
- 4 Hey Man Amen 3:54
- 5 L’Homme à la tête de chou 4:41
- 6 Manon 2:38
- 7 Valse de Melody 1:55
- 8 Dispatch Box 3:21
- 9 Harley David Son of a Bitch 6:41
- 10 You You You But Not You 2:50
- 11 Seigneur et saigneur 2:23
- 12 Bonnie and Clyde 4:59
- 13 Gloomy Sunday 3:59
- 14 Couleur café 4:24
- 15 Aux armes et cætera 3:16
- 16 Aux enfants de la chance 4:42
- 17 Les Dessous chics 2:02
- 18 Mon légionnaire 6:25
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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