D’UN AUTRE PART (WOODKID & TANGUY DESTABLE / MYLÈNE FARMER)

D’un autre part (On the other hand) is an eleventh track from Mylene Farmer 12th album L’Emprise released November 25 2022.

D’UN AUTRE PART (On the other hand) is a song featured on Mylène Farmer’s twelfth studio album, “L’Emprise,” released in 2022. Just like the song from the previous chapter, it offers a glimpse into the latest Mylène’s creation.

The captivating music for “D’UN AUTRE PART” is a product of the creative synergy between Woodkid and Tanguy Destable, with the lyrics masterfully penned by Mylène Farmer herself. What makes this particular album even more special is that it marks the first-ever collaboration between Mylène Farmer and Woodkid, resulting in a musical masterpiece that captivates listeners with its emotional depth and artistic brilliance.

For those eager to delve deeper into the enchanting world of Mylène Farmer’s collaboration with Woodkid, there’s a dedicated chapter in this album’s narrative. This chapter, titled “À TOUT JAMAIS” provides an insightful exploration of the creative process and the magic that transpired when these two musical titans came together. It’s a must-read for fans and anyone interested in the artistry behind the music.

The release of the album “L’Emprise” took us all by surprise, regardless of how anticipated it was. It arrived as a glimmer of hope after the dark hour of despair brought upon us by the COVID-19 pandemic and Mylène’s prolonged silence. (She had been quiet since the 2019 live concert, with the only exception being a cover of “L’âme dans l’eau”). We were anticipating something exciting, something grand, as Mylène Farmer seemed to be nearing the final chapters of her illustrious career – a prospect that loyal fans fear the most.

However, “L’Emprise” proved all our expectations wrong. We were unprepared for the profound depth, the multifaceted creativity, the powerful message, and the musical artistry that enveloped this album. It stands as Mylène’s most honest and deeply resonant message to her audience ever.

“L’Emprise” didn’t just mark a return to music; it was a bold statement, a testament to Mylène’s enduring creativity, taste and an exploration of themes and emotions that touched the very core of her being. It was a revelation, a musical journey that invited listeners to dive into the depths of Mylène’s soul, revealing layers of vulnerability, and resilience.

Mylène Farmer’s mesmerizing song “D’un autre part” takes us on a journey through the labyrinth of human emotions, exploring themes of solitude, escapism, and the universal quest for belonging. In this lyrical odyssey, Mylène paints a vivid portrait of herself as a wanderer in the realm of emotions, seeking refuge in the enigmatic nights of another soul.

As the song unfolds, Mylène’s lyrics repeatedly whisper the desire to escape her own reality. When she utters “Je défais les miennes” (I undo mine), it’s as if she’s unraveling the threads of her own existence, yearning to distance herself from her everyday burdens. The haunting refrain “Tout semble irréel” (Everything seems unreal) suggests her longing to detach from the mundane and dive into the surreal. She admits that she is a stranger to her own life.

The chorus, a mesmerizing refrain, chants “Je viens d’un autre part, N’entre nulle part” (I come from another place, Enter nowhere), casting Mylène as an enigmatic outsider in the theater of life. The word “néant” (nothingness) echoes, underscoring her profound sense of emptiness and her quest for a place to call home.

The song also delves into the mystique of secrets and the allure of the unknown. When she asks, “Qu’advient-il de tous nos secrets” (What happens to all our secrets), Mylène contemplates the impact of hidden truths on human connections. The imagery of “chaque lumière projette son ombre” (each light casts its shadow) hints at the shadows that secrets cast on the canvas of our lives, adding an element of intrigue and complication.

Needless to mention how often Mylène returns to the concept of a ‘shadow’ in her work throughout the years. Such a profound exploration of the human psyche is indeed an honorable mission. Every one of us has a shadow aspect within us, no matter how enlightened we might become. Being human comes with this ever-yearning desire to resolve the inconceivable paradox that resides at our very core – the conflict of the light and the darkness within us.

In essence, “D’un autre part” is Mylène Farmer’s lyrical expedition into the wilderness of solitude, her longing for an escape from the ordinary, and her relentless quest for a place to belong. The song’s lyrics mirror her profound desire to shed her everyday existence and find solace in the enigmatic depths of the unknown.

The music, composed by Woodkid, features a finely crafted melody that extends far beyond the definition of “pop.” The lyrics are much more serious and profound than what is typically found in pop songs. In short, the entire album “L’Emprise” would be insulting to classify as “pop.” Mylène has evolved far beyond where she started.

The title of the song “D’un autre part” already opens a hidden door of revelations that Mylène still can’t fully unveil. It’s like a cryptic invitation to explore the depths of her inner world, a world she’s been navigating for so long. We know there is a price to pay for the life she’s chosen, a life that gleams with the surface allure of fame and showbiz. However, Mylène, in her characteristic honesty, hints at the existence of a concealed narrative beneath the glittering facade.

Mylène’s journey in the spotlight has required her to pay a toll, to make sacrifices that extend beyond the public eye. She alludes to the burdens she carries, the secrets she conceals, and the unspoken emotions that likely weigh heavily on her heart. It’s a reminder that the reality she upholds, the one we see from afar, isn’t always what it seems. Behind the scenes, there are complexities, challenges, and personal costs that remain hidden.

Yet, despite the enigmatic aura that surrounds her, Mylène is present in our lives, in our hearts. She has shared her art, her music, and her emotions with us, forming a profound connection with her audience. But even as she stands among us, performing on stage or gracing our screens, there’s a lingering question: Is she truly here with us, or is there a part of her that remains hidden from view? Her “other” part….

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lyrics with translation

His nights are his
I undo mine
Running away from reality
What's on the other side

His nights are his
I undo mine
Everything seems unreal
Bumping into the harshness

Silencing a
Feeling of loneliness
Of rejection
It is like
Being an abandoned toy
I come from somewhere else
Don't go anywhere

His nights are forever
I undo mine
The sky bends
What happens to
All our secrets

And every light
casts its shadow…
Dissonant and frail
The time, the people
The vastness of nothingness

The extent of nothingness

To silence a
Feeling of loneliness
Of rejection
It is like
Being an abandoned toy
I come from somewhere else
Don't fit anywhere