Mauvais œil cover

Mauvais œil

Lunatic · 2000

61 min · 14 tracks · hip-hop

A gritty exploration of urban life, layered with sharp rhymes and a raw, atmospheric production.

Why this album works

'Mauvais œil' is significant for its raw portrayal of life in French suburbs, influencing the genre and earning acclaim from critics. The album has been recognized as a pivotal work in French rap, often cited for its lyrical depth and authenticity, which resonated with audiences and contributed to the rise of the genre in France.
Career context
Released on September 28, 2000, 'Mauvais œil' is Lunatic's debut studio album, emerging after their initial mixtapes that gained underground traction. At this point, the duo was solidifying their presence in the French hip-hop scene, engaging with themes of social injustice and street life through their lyrics.
Stylistic neighbors
Project Pat· Yo Gotti· Young Dro

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Intro 2:00
  • 2 Pas l’temps pour les regrets Standout 4:41
  • 3 Groupe sanguin Standout 3:33
  • 4 L’Effort de paix 4:33
  • 5 La Lettre 4:50
  • 6 Si tu kiffes pas… 4:30
  • 7 Têtes brûlées 4:18
  • 8 92 I 5:47
  • 9 HLM 3 5:19
  • 10 Le Son qui met la pression 4:20
  • 11 Avertisseurs 4:30
  • 12 Le silence n’est pas un oubli 4:57
  • 13 Mauvais Œil Standout 3:26
  • 14 Civilisé 4:34

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