Top tracks — play these first
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Non stop — Opening with infectious energy, this track sets the tone for the album with its rapid-fire delivery and humorous lyrics that reflect Vald's unique style.
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Rhumance — This track blends catchy melodies with introspective moments, illustrating Vald's ability to balance light-heartedness and deeper reflections on relationships.
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MacDo — With its satirical take on consumer culture, this song highlights Vald's wit and knack for combining humor with social commentary, making it memorable within the album.
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Possédé — This track showcases Vald's storytelling prowess, exploring themes of obsession and inner turmoil while maintaining an engaging beat that captivates listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Vald’s irreverent writing and sharply contrasting moods give the project a personal voice, while its long sequence and unevenly placed interludes loosen its overall shape.
What we noticed
- The two interludes sit at tracks 9 and 16, splitting the 18-track sequence into uneven sections rather than marking a single midpoint break.
- After the second interlude, the album runs through “Possédé” into “Rechute,” giving its final stretch a darker turn after the earlier run of comic, sexually explicit titles.
- The tracklist moves from “Non stop” and “YAX3” straight into full songs; it does not use an extended opening intro to establish the record’s sound.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- playful surreal narratives throughout
- steady flow with engaging interludes
- short tracks for quick enjoyment
- introspective moments with humor
- for light-hearted listening
Maybe skip if you
- prefer long cohesive pieces
- seek serious lyrical depth
Where this album fits
- Career context
- NQNT33 is Vald's third studio album, following his breakthrough project, XPTDR, which established him as a unique voice in French hip-hop. Released in 2018, this album further solidified his presence in the scene, showcasing his distinct blend of comedy and existential musings.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Rhumance
The narrative shifts when Vald addresses fleeting romantic encounters directly, depicting vulnerability amidst comedic observations.
This direct address contrasts with the rest of the album’s more detached humor, revealing a personal layer that deepens listener engagement.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Non stop 3:17
- 2 YAX3 2:58
- 3 Berflam 2:18
- 4 Rhumance 3:05
- 5 Dis moi tout BB 3:34
- 6 Foie gras 3:19
- 7 No Tube Zone 2:20
- 8 Mana 2:39
- 9 Interlude (Vald - NQNT33) 2:13
- 10 Vlad 2:57
- 11 MacDo 3:05
- 12 Baby Squirt 3:39
- 13 Champignon 3:55
- 14 Kamasutra 2:39
- 15 Sombre soirée 3:49
- 16 Molly interlude 1:15
- 17 Possédé 3:15
- 18 Rechute 3:20
Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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