Rêvalité
Matthieu Chedid · 2022
65 min · 19 tracks · funk
A vibrant blend of whimsical melodies and funky rhythms reflecting a playful exploration of life's surrealities.
Top tracks — play these first
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Rêvalité — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of dreams and reality, featuring catchy hooks and lively instrumentation that invite listeners into Chedid's imaginative world.
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Mégalo — This track stands out for its infectious groove and playful lyrics that critique vanity and self-obsession, showcasing Chedid’s ability to blend humor with social commentary.
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Une étoile qui danse — Here, Chedid combines ethereal melodies with poignant lyrics about hope and connection, making it a standout moment on the album that resonates deeply with listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Rêvalité blends whimsical melodies with funk, showcasing strong craft but uneven cohesion due to its length and mix of live tracks.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower, more introspective pieces.
- Several tracks incorporate playful instrumentation, such as brass and synthesizers, which contribute to the whimsical sound.
- Lyrics often employ surreal imagery, creating a dreamlike quality that complements the funky rhythms.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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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5/10
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
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long, immersive listening sessions
- wave-like pacing experience
- introspective late-night moods
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Rêvalité is Matthieu Chedid's sixth studio album, released after his acclaimed 2019 record, Lettre infinie. At this point in his career, Chedid continued to evolve as an artist, blending various genres while maintaining his distinctive lyrical style. The album showcases his artistic maturation and willingness to experiment with sound and themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thomas Dutronc· Moriarty· Alain Bashung
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Rêvalité 2:33
- 2 Dans ta radio 3:02
- 3 Mégalo 2:45
- 4 Mogodo 3:29
- 5 Dans le living 2:23
- 6 Nombril 2:36
- 7 Petit homme 2:46
- 8 Fellini 3:21
- 9 Une étoile qui danse 3:43
- 10 Ce jour-là 3:58
- 11 Mais tu sais 3:49
- 12 Home 3:11
- 13 La langue des oiseaux 3:00
Disc 2
- 1 À toi 2:50
- 2 Croc Madam 2:09
- 3 Jeanne de la Lune 3:27
- 4 Space Oddity 5:00
- 5 Life on Mars (live) 4:00
- 6 Ce jour-là (live) 7:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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