Serge Gainsbourg N° 4
Serge Gainsbourg · 1962
27 min · 12 tracks · funk · jazz · progressive rock
A playful blend of jazz-infused pop and provocative lyrics wrapped in Gainsbourg's signature charm.
Why this album works
'Serge Gainsbourg N° 4' is notable for its eclectic sound and has been recognized for influencing the French pop genre. Tracks like 'La Javanaise' have become timeless classics, showcasing Gainsbourg's knack for blending poetic lyricism with catchy melodies, while also facing censorship due to their suggestive themes.
- Career context
- Released in 1962, 'Serge Gainsbourg N° 4' is Gainsbourg's fourth studio album and showcases his evolving artistry as he transitioned from a budding songwriter to a prominent figure in French music. Following the commercial success of 'L'Étonnant Serge Gainsbourg,' this album further solidified his unique style and lyrical depth within the burgeoning yé-yé movement.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Michel Polnareff· Johnny Hallyday· Jacques Higelin· Sandra· Françoise Hardy· Mireille Mathieu· Sheila· Dalida
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Les Goémons 2:39
- 2 Black trombone Standout 2:37
- 3 Baudelaire 2:28
- 4 Intoxicated Man Standout 2:38
- 5 Quand tu t’y mets 1:51
- 6 Les Cigarillos 1:47
- 7 Requiem pour un twister 2:40
- 8 Ce grand méchant vous 2:23
- 9 Vilaine fille, mauvais garçon 1:57
- 10 L’Appareil à sous 1:35
- 11 La Javanaise Standout 2:31
- 12 Un violon un jambon 2:24
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