Marieke cover

Marieke

Jacques Brel · 1961

46 min · 14 tracks · chanson

Emotional storytelling weaves through lush melodies and poignant lyrics, showcasing Brel's distinctive vocal intensity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady emotional storytelling flow
  • poignant melodies for reflection
  • for intimate gatherings
  • engaging sing-alongs with friends

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced tracks
  • seek standalone hit singles

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1961, Jacques Brel was transitioning from local Belgian fame to international recognition. Released just after his breakthrough with the album 'Quand on a que l'amour', 'Marieke' solidified his reputation as a leading figure in chanson, blending theatricality with personal narrative.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Marieke 2:46
  • 2 Le Moribond 3:09
  • 3 Vivre debout 3:03
  • 4 On n'oublie rien 3:07
  • 5 Clara 3:01
  • 6 Le Prochain Amour 3:33
  • 7 L'Ivrogne 4:04
  • 8 Les Prénoms de Paris 2:39
  • 9 Les Singes 3:06
  • 10 Marieke (version flamande) 2:52
  • 11 Laat me niet alleen (Ne me quitte pas) 4:29
  • 12 De apen (Les singes) 3:01
  • 13 Men vergeet niets (On n'oublie rien) 3:03
  • 14 Le Prochain Amour 4:24

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