Timeless 2013
Mylène Farmer · 2013
92 min · 18 tracks · pop music
An ethereal blend of dark pop and synth textures layered with Mylène Farmer's haunting vocals.
Top tracks — play these first
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C'est une belle journée — This track encapsulates Farmer's ability to juxtapose uplifting melodies with darker undercurrents, showcasing her signature style that blends hope and melancholy.
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Désenchantée — A reinterpretation of one of her most iconic songs, its themes of disillusionment resonate deeply within the context of modern society, making it timely and poignant.
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À force de... — This song highlights Farmer's lyrical depth, addressing themes of longing and emotional struggle with a captivating sonic landscape that draws listeners in.
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Je t'aime mélancolie — The track features haunting melodies paired with introspective lyrics that reflect on love and loss, representing the emotional core of the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends dark pop with synth textures, showcasing Farmer's vocal style within a cohesive yet varied tracklist.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a spoken-word intro that sets a moody atmosphere before transitioning into the first song, which features layered synths and haunting vocals.
- Several tracks incorporate orchestral elements alongside electronic beats, creating a contrast between the ethereal and the dramatic.
- The sequencing includes both upbeat tracks and slower ballads, with the pacing shifting notably around the midpoint where more introspective songs appear.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
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
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- introspective late-night reflections
- wave-like pacing and builds
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — The album solidified Farmer's status in the French music scene with a number one debut.
- Career context
- Released on December 9, 2013, Timeless 2013 marks Mylène Farmer's eighth studio album and her first since the critically acclaimed Bleu noir in 2010. At this point in her career, she was already an established icon in French pop music, known for her theatricality and profound lyrical themes. This album features a mix of new material and reimagined classics, showcasing her enduring relevance in the industry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lana Del Rey· Kate Bush· Siouxsie and the Banshees
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Timeless Genesis 4:30
- 2 À force de... 4:24
- 3 Comme j'ai mal 3:52
- 4 C'est une belle journée 6:17
- 5 Monkey Me 4:51
- 6 Slipping Away (Crier la vie) 3:54
- 7 Oui mais non... 4:36
- 8 Mad World 3:45
- 9 Les Mots 5:13
- 10 Désenchantée 7:03
- 11 Bleu noir 4:14
- 12 Diabolique mon ange 6:57
- 13 Sans contrefaçon 4:50
- 14 Je t'aime mélancolie 6:35
- 15 XXL 4:42
- 16 À l'ombre 5:06
- 17 Inséparable 5:06
- 18 Rêver 6:28
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