Paris-Zénith
Hubert-Félix Thiéfaine · 1995
125 min · 20 tracks · folk · chanson
A kaleidoscopic journey through poetic narratives, blending rock energy with folk melodies and vibrant French chanson.
Paris-Zénith is an album by Hubert-Félix Thiéfaine, released in 1995. A kaleidoscopic journey through poetic narratives, blending rock energy with folk melodies and vibrant French chanson. 'Paris-Zénith' is significant for its bold lyrical content that delves into existential themes and societal observations, earning critical acclaim upon release. The album marked Thiéfaine's continued impact on the French music scene, influencing subsequent artists within the chanson genre and beyond. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Paris-Zénith sound like?
A kaleidoscopic journey through poetic narratives, blending rock energy with folk melodies and vibrant French chanson. Rooted in folk and chanson.
What makes Paris-Zénith by Hubert-Félix Thiéfaine notable?
'Paris-Zénith' is significant for its bold lyrical content that delves into existential themes and societal observations, earning critical acclaim upon release. The album marked Thiéfaine's continued impact on the French music scene, influencing subsequent artists within the chanson genre and beyond. Released in 1995, 'Paris-Zénith' was Thiéfaine's ninth studio album, following his commercially successful album 'L'Escalier' in 1993. At this point in his career, he had solidified his reputation as a profound lyricist and gained a dedicated fan base in France, reflecting a mature phase of artistic exploration.
How many songs are on Paris-Zénith?
Paris-Zénith has 20 tracks, running approximately 125 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Y’a quelqu’intro 2:56
- 2 La terre tremble Standout 4:26
- 3 Paranoïd Game 3:50
- 4 Est‐ce ta première fin de millénaire ? 5:00
- 5 Animal en quarantaine Standout 4:37
- 6 Les Mouches bleues 5:23
- 7 Les Dingues et les Paumés Standout 4:51
- 8 Pulque, Mescal y Tequila 6:37
- 9 Medley 1 : Lorelei Sebasto Cha / Mathématiques souterraines / Exil sur planète fantôme / La Fille du coupeur de joints 11:04
- 10 Enfermé dans les cabinets (avec la fille mineure des 80 chasseurs) 3:46
- 11 Fin de partie 7:09
Disc 2
- 1 La Dèche, le Twist et le Reste 5:50
- 2 La Solitude 6:31
- 3 Alligators 427 9:35
- 4 Je t’en remets au vent 4:13
- 5 Crépuscule transfert 5:44
- 6 Medley 2 : Was ist das Rock’n’Roll / Bipède à station verticale / Narcisse 81 / Soleil cherche futur / Sweet Amanite Phalloide Queen 10:56
- 7 Série de 7 rêves en crash position 11:03
- 8 Encore un petit café 6:46
- 9 Pogo sur la deadline 4:57
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