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Les Retrouvailles

Jane Birkin · 2005

43 min · 16 tracks · pop music

A tender exploration of nostalgia and love wrapped in delicate melodies and Birkin's haunting vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • tender, reflective listening moments
  • steady, consistent energy levels
  • quiet, intimate atmospheres
  • gentle emotional exploration

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Les Retrouvailles' was released in 2005, Jane Birkin was a celebrated figure in music and film, known for her unique blend of pop and chanson. This album came nearly a decade after her previous studio work, showcasing her continuous evolution as an artist while reflecting on themes of connection and memory.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Western 2:23
  • 2 Kala 4:09
  • 3 Loin des villes 3:19
  • 4 La Veillée 3:11
  • 5 Plus d’hiver 2:23
  • 6 À ceux qui sont malades par mer calme 3:30
  • 7 A Secret Place 3:26
  • 8 Le Matin 1:58
  • 9 Les Enfants 2:00
  • 10 Le Jour de l’ouverture 3:38
  • 11 La Boulange 2:46
  • 12 La Plage 1:57
  • 13 Mary 3:38
  • 14 7:PM 2:40
  • 15 Les Retrouvailles 1:30
  • 16 La Jetée 1:05

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