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Released 16 years ago this October

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Mylène Farmer · 2010

8 min · 2 tracks · pop music

A blend of haunting synths and pulsating beats, melding catchy hooks with dark, introspective lyrics.

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    Oui mais… Non — This title track encapsulates the album's core theme of conflicted emotions wrapped in an infectious melody, showcasing Farmer's unique blend of pop and darker aesthetics.
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    Oui mais… Non (chorus version) — This alternate version highlights the catchy chorus while enhancing the song's ethereal quality, making it a standout interpretation that complements the original track.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

45 /100
Lowland
Higher than 5% of albums we've rated

The single showcases strong production and engaging hooks but lacks depth for lasting impact.

What we noticed

  • The lead track features a steady, driving beat paired with layered synths that create a haunting atmosphere.
  • The chorus version strips back some of the instrumentation, focusing on vocal delivery and melody.
  • Both tracks maintain a consistent tempo, with the first track building intensity through dynamic shifts in synth layers.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
4/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 3/10

Known within its scene. 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.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Oui mais… Non 4:19
  • 2 Oui mais… Non (chorus version) 4:19

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