Vu de l'extérieur cover

Vu de l'extérieur

Serge Gainsbourg · 1973

28 min · 10 tracks · funk · jazz · progressive rock

A whimsical blend of playful lyrics and eclectic arrangements, capturing Gainsbourg's unique charm and audacity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • whimsical lyrical playfulness
  • short bursts of energy
  • lighthearted sing-along moments
  • quirky charm in every track

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer long immersive albums
  • seek serious emotional depth

Where this album fits

Career context
Released on November 16, 1973, 'Vu de l'extérieur' came during a prolific period for Serge Gainsbourg, following the controversial album 'Histoire de Melody Nelson.' At this point in his career, Gainsbourg was already a well-established figure in French music, known for his provocative style and innovative sound. This album further solidified his artistic experimentation as he embraced a more eclectic array of influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Françoise Hardy· Jacques Brel· Jane Birkin

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Je suis venu te dire que je m'en vais 3:23
  • 2 Vu de l'extérieur 3:40
  • 3 Panpan cucul 2:42
  • 4 Par hasard et pas rasé 2:28
  • 5 Des vents des pets des poums 2:55
  • 6 Titicaca 2:57
  • 7 Pamela popo 2:24
  • 8 La Poupée qui fait 3:01
  • 9 L'Hippopodame 1:45
  • 10 Sensuelle et sans suite 3:03

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