Plume d'ange cover

Plume d'ange

Claude Nougaro · 1977

36 min · 6 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz and chanson, intertwining poetic lyrics with rich melodies and innovative rhythms.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Plume d'ange — The title track serves as a sprawling showcase of Nougaro's melodic inventiveness and lyrical depth, reflecting themes of love and transcendence over an expansive arrangement.
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    Le K du Q — This track exemplifies Nougaro's playfulness with language, delivering clever wordplay paired with a lively rhythm that captures the listener’s attention immediately.
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    Jalousie — With its intricate piano accompaniment and emotive delivery, this song offers a poignant exploration of jealousy and longing, illustrating Nougaro’s ability to evoke strong feelings through music.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Jalousie

    The singer shifts from reflective musings to direct confrontation about feelings of jealousy.

    This transition enhances the emotional intensity of the song, moving from introspection to a more urgent plea that underscores the complexity of human relationships.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Plume d'ange 15:07
  • 2 Le K du Q 4:02
  • 3 Pablo 4:10
  • 4 Jalousie 6:08
  • 5 Quasimodo 3:01
  • 6 Comme une Piaf 3:50

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata