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Passé présent

Michel Polnareff · 2003

154 min · 41 tracks · folk rock · pop rock · chanson

A nostalgic blend of orchestral pop and introspective ballads that captures the essence of French chanson.

Passé présent is an album by Michel Polnareff, released in 2003. A nostalgic blend of orchestral pop and introspective ballads that captures the essence of French chanson. 'Passé présent' was notable not only for its commercial success but also for rekindling interest in Polnareff's extensive catalog. The album debuted at number one on the French charts, reflecting his lasting popularity and the cultural impact he maintained over decades. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Passé présent sound like?

A nostalgic blend of orchestral pop and introspective ballads that captures the essence of French chanson. Rooted in folk rock and pop rock.

What makes Passé présent by Michel Polnareff notable?

'Passé présent' was notable not only for its commercial success but also for rekindling interest in Polnareff's extensive catalog. The album debuted at number one on the French charts, reflecting his lasting popularity and the cultural impact he maintained over decades. When 'Passé présent' was released in 2003, Michel Polnareff was returning to the music scene after a lengthy hiatus following his last studio album in 1990. This album marked his comeback to mainstream music, showcasing his enduring influence in French pop while introducing new generations to his work with a fresh collection of songs.

How many songs are on Passé présent?

Passé présent has 41 tracks, running approximately 154 minutes.

Tracklist

41 tracks·154:44

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Lettre à France Standout 4:51
  • 2 Love Me, Please Love Me 4:21
  • 3 Goodbye Marylou Standout 6:22
  • 4 L’Amour avec toi 3:09
  • 5 Âme câline 3:01
  • 6 Holidays 3:21
  • 7 Tous les bateaux, tous les oiseaux 3:29
  • 8 Le Bal des Laze 4:56
  • 9 Ça n’arrive qu’aux autres 1:45
  • 10 Une simple mélodie 3:37
  • 11 Je t’aime Standout 4:45
  • 12 Mes regrets 3:31
  • 13 Comme Juliette & Roméo 4:16
  • 14 Un train ce soir 3:05
  • 15 La belle veut sa revanche 3:38
  • 16 J’ai tellement de choses à dire 4:31
  • 17 Une femme 3:01
  • 18 Je suis un homme 4:55
  • 19 Qui a tué grand’ maman ? 2:38
  • 20 Kâma‐Sûtra 4:39

Disc 2

  • 1 La Poupée qui fait non 3:15
  • 2 Tout tout pour ma chérie 3:06
  • 3 Sous quelle étoile suis‐je né ? 3:51
  • 4 On ira tous au paradis 4:35
  • 5 Radio 3:21
  • 6 Tam‐tam 5:50
  • 7 Dans la maison vide 2:45
  • 8 La Michetonneuse 2:25
  • 9 Ring a ding 2:24
  • 10 Y’a qu’un ch’veu 2:54
  • 11 Voyages 2:52
  • 12 Né dans un ice‐cream 3:23
  • 13 Le Roi des fourmis 2:48
  • 14 L’Oiseau de nuit 2:51
  • 15 Ta ta ta ta 2:25
  • 16 LNA ho 5:14
  • 17 Viens te faire chahuter 4:38
  • 18 Où est la Tosca ? 3:41
  • 19 Sur un seul mot de toi 5:29
  • 20 Elle rit 4:15
  • 21 La Mouche 4:30

Release Date

January 1, 2003

Genre

chanson, folk rock, pop rock

More albums in chanson

Artist Origin

France

Runtime

154 min 44 sec