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Loin de Paname

Viktor Lazlo · 2002

61 min · 15 tracks · pop music

A lush blend of French pop and chanson, evoking nostalgia through romantic melodies and heartfelt lyrics.

Why this album works

The album contributed to the resurgence of interest in classic French pop and chanson styles during the early 2000s. It received notable airplay on French radio stations, helping to solidify Lazlo's status as a prominent figure in contemporary French music.
Career context
'Loin de Paname' is Viktor Lazlo's fifth studio album, released in 2002 after a decade of establishing her presence in the French music scene. Following her successful albums in the late 1980s and early 1990s, this release marked her return to the spotlight, showcasing a matured sound while still embracing her roots in chanson.
Stylistic neighbors
giorge mijael· RuPaul· Usher

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Les mots d'amour Standout 3:35
  • 2 Sur ton épaule Standout 4:18
  • 3 Parlez-moi d'amour 3:37
  • 4 Mon amant de Saint-Jean 3:35
  • 5 Je suis seule ce soir 5:11
  • 6 La vagabonde 5:20
  • 7 Le bal défendu 3:48
  • 8 Mon légionnaire Standout 4:39
  • 9 Où est-il donc? 3:03
  • 10 La rue 4:16
  • 11 La vipère 5:50
  • 12 Après toi je n'aurais plus d'amour 3:59
  • 13 Tourbillon 2:21
  • 14 La coco 3:49
  • 15 La conga blicoti 4:16

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