Foule Sentimentale

Alain Souchon, Michel Delpech

About Foule Sentimentale

"Foule sentimentale" is a 1993 popular song written, composed and performed by the French artist Alain Souchon. The song was released as a single in October 1993 and was the first one from his 1993 album C'est déjà ça. It achieved success in France.


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Oh la la la vie en rose
Le rose qu'on nous propose
D'avoir les quantités des choses
Qui donnent envie d'autre chose
Aïe, on nous fait croire
Que le bonheur c'est d'avoir
De l'avoir plein nos armoires
Dérisions de nous dérisoires car

Foule sentimentale
On a soif d'idéal
Attirée par les étoiles, les voiles
Que des choses pas commerciales
Foule sentimentale
Il faut voir comme on nous parle
Comme on nous parle

Il se dégage
De ces cartons d'emballage
Des gens lavés, hors d'usage
Et tristes et sans aucun avantage
On nous inflige
Des désirs qui nous affligent
On nous prend faut pas déconner dès qu'on est né
Pour des cons alors qu'on est
Des

Foules sentimentales
Avec soif d'idéal
Attirées par les étoiles, les voiles
Que des choses pas commerciales
Foule sentimentale
Il faut voir comme on nous parle
Comme on nous parle

On nous Claudia Schieffer
On nous Paul-Loup Sulitzer
Oh le mal qu'on peut nous faire
Et qui ravagea la moukère
Du ciel dévale
Un désir qui nous emballe
Pour demain nos enfants pâles
Un mieux, un rêve, un cheval

Foule sentimentale
On a soif d'idéal
Attirée par les étoiles, les voiles
Que des choses pas commerciales
Foule sentimentale
Il faut voir comme on nous parle
Comme on nous parle

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Alain Souchon

Alain Souchon (French pronunciation: ​[a.lɛ̃.su'ʃɔ̃] ; born Alain Kienast on May 27, 1944) is a French singer, songwriter and actor. He has released 15 albums and has played roles in seven films. more »

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Written by: Alain Souchon

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"Foule Sentimentale" was released in 1993 as part of Alain Souchon's eighth studio album, "C'est Déjà Ça."
Chart Performance
The song achieved significant success, topping the French Singles Chart and earning a platinum certification for its sales.
Social Commentary
The lyrics of "Foule Sentimentale" offer a critique on consumerism and the manipulation of public opinion.
Acclaim and Awards
In 1994, this song won the award for “Best Song of the Year” at the Victoires de la Musique, the equivalent of the Grammy Awards in France.
Impact and Influence
"Foule Sentimentale" is considered one of Alain Souchon's signature songs and is widely recognized in French music.
Musical Style
This song is classified as French pop/rock, but it also has elements of chanson, a style of music characterized by lyric-driven French songs.
Critical Perception
Many critics have praised the song for its insightful commentary and its melody, further establishing it as one of Alain Souchon's most enduring songs.
Co-Composer
Like many of Souchon's songs, "Foule Sentimentale" was co-composed with Laurent Voulzy, marking a fruitful collaboration that has spanned over 40 years.
Song's Title
The term "Foule Sentimentale" translates to "Sentimental Crowd," suggesting the song's themes of mass manipulation and the human longing for authentic connections.
Pop Culture
"Foule Sentimentale" has been covered and sampled by many artists throughout the years, demonstrating its enduring popularity and influence.

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