Stromae

Lyrics

[Couplet 1]
Mais oui, on se connait bien
T'as même voulu t'faire ma mère hein
T'as commencé par ses seins
Et puis du poumon à mon père
Tu t'en souviens ?

[Refrain]
Cancer, cancer, dis-moi quand c'est ?
Cancer, cancer, qui est le prochain ?
Cancer, cancer, oh dis-moi quand c'est ?
Cancer, cancer, qui est le prochain ?

[Couplet 2]
Et tu aimes les petits enfants
Décidément, rien ne t'arrête-toi
Et arrête de faire ton innocent
Sur les paquets de cigarettes
"Fumer tue", tu m'étonnes
Mais tu m'aides

[Refrain bis]
Cancer, cancer, dis-moi quand c'est ?
Cancer, cancer, qui est le prochain ?
Cancer, cancer, oh dis-moi quand c'est ?
Cancer, cancer, oh cancer
[Pont]
Quand c'est, quand c'est
Que tu cesses tes avances ?
Quand c'est, quand c'est
Que tu pars en vacances ?
Quand c'est, quand c'est
Quand est-ce que tu y penses ?
Quand c'est, quand c'est ?
Ça nous fera des vacances

[Refrain]
Cancer, cancer, dis-moi quand c'est ?
Cancer, cancer, qui est le prochain ?
Cancer, cancer, oh dis-moi quand c'est ?
Cancer, cancer, qui est le prochain ?

[Outro]
Qui est le prochain ?
Qui est le prochain ?
Qui est, qui est, qui est le prochain ?
Qui est, qui est, qui est le prochain ?
Qui est, qui est, qui est le prochain ?
Qui est, qui est, qui est le prochain ?
Qui est, qui est, qui est le prochain ?
Qui est, qui est, qui est le prochain ?
Qui est, qui est, qui est le prochain ?
Qui est, qui est, qui est le prochain ?

Quand c’est ? by Stromae is a unique musical masterpiece that intertwines powerful, emotional melodies with the portrayal of the devastating effects of cancer. The track gives a unique perspective on the deadly disease, presenting it as a kind of "serial lover" that's always lurking in the shadows.

Stromae's distinctively emotive vocals and the melancholic melodies flowing in the background make Quand c’est? an absolute must-listen for all those who like to experience music on a deeper level.

About Quand c’est ?

The song starts with Stromae singing in a somber tone, portraying the inevitability of cancer and how it can creep up on people without warning. The overall tone of the song is dark, yet powerful, as the chorus kicks in, revealing how cancer can take over someone's life, a metaphorical "serial lover" that can never be shunned away.

The song is multi-layered, structured on a bed of poignant keynotes that are reminiscent of pain and suffering. This structure perfectly aligns Stromae's message - cancer can never be dismissed, and parallel structures where it is like a lover who never leaves can be drawn about the disease.

The song is an emotional rollercoaster, with Stromae expertly guiding us through the pain, anxiety, and mortality that arises with cancer. His delivery is powerful, yet understated, and never once seeks to exaggerate the song's purpose.

Quand c'est? is a moving and thought-provoking piece of art by Stromae. It's a song that speaks to the heart and soul, and forces listeners to come to terms with the deadly disease that affects so many people worldwide. The song's deep-rooted symbolism and powerful lyrics are sure to take you on a journey of pain and hope, simultaneously.

In the end, Quand c'est? is a song about human suffering, how it affects and defines us. The message in this masterpiece is about the inevitability of the worst case scenarios in one's life - disease and illness - and how we deal with it. What gives hope to the song is that it offers insight into dealing with cancer by shedding light on the impact, consequences, and the struggles of living with the disease, as well as the struggle to fight it.

Quand c'est? by Stromae is undoubtedly a powerful song, both in its message and emotive delivery. It's not just a song, but a work of art that penetrates the soul and stays with us long after it has ended.

In the end, listening to Quand c'est? takes us through a journey of emotions, realization, and understanding of human suffering. It's a bittersweet song, one that can make us cry and bring joy simultaneously, and one that's worth listening to over and over again.

• Release Date: September 3, 2013
• Artist: Stromae