Mademoiselle Zhivago cover

Mademoiselle Zhivago

Lara Fabian · 2010

63 min · 29 tracks · pop music

A lush blend of operatic pop and contemporary balladry, underscored by emotive vocal performances and intricate arrangements.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Demain n'existe pas — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its haunting melodies and introspective lyrics, showcasing Fabian's powerful vocal range right from the start.
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    Llora — This track highlights a passionate exploration of sorrow and longing, further emphasized by its dynamic musical arrangement that complements Fabian's emotive delivery.
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    Mademoiselle Hyde — The title track presents a captivating narrative that intertwines themes of duality and identity, reflecting a darker, more theatrical side of Fabian's artistry.
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    Je t'aime encore — A poignant ballad that encapsulates themes of love and regret, this song showcases Fabian’s ability to convey deep emotion through her vocal performance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing for emotional depth
  • dynamic journey with varied moments
  • introspective listening during solitude
  • cathartic release through powerful vocals
  • rich orchestration for immersive experience

Maybe skip if you

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer straightforward, short tracks

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Critical Peak — Represents an ambitious fusion of classical and pop, showcasing artistic depth.
Career context
By 2010, Lara Fabian was already an established figure in the music industry, with several successful albums under her belt. 'Mademoiselle Zhivago' is her sixth studio album, marking a continuation of her exploration into theatrical and dramatic themes following her previous release, 'Toutes les femmes en moi', which had showcased her versatility.
Stylistic neighbors
Sarah Brightman· Céline Dion· Andrea Bocelli

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Demain n'existe pas 4:38
  • 3 Llora 5:49
  • 5 Mademoiselle Hyde 4:01
  • 6 Desperate Housewife 3:43
  • 7 Lou 2:57
  • 8 Everland 3:37
  • 10 Lyubov pokhozhaya na son 5:03
  • 11 Always 5:28
  • 12 Je t'aime encore 5:02

Disc 2

  • 1 Intro - Suite N°3 (Ré Majeur) de Jean-Sébastien Bach
  • 2 Demain n'existe pas
  • 3 Everland
  • 4 Lou
  • 5 Toccami 5:01
  • 6 Je t'aime
  • 7 Desperate Housewife 3:41
  • 8 Llora
  • 9 Russian Fairy Tale 4:08
  • 10 Adagio Instrumentale
  • 11 Adagio
  • 12 Broken Vow
  • 13 Je suis malade
  • 14 Mademoiselle Hyde
  • 15 Mama
  • 16 Mr President
  • 17 Vocalise 5:50
  • 18 Tomorrow Is a Lie 4:36
  • 19 Lyubov pokhozhaya na son
  • 20 Always - Extrait de l'ouverture des Jeux Asiatiques 2011

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