À Quoi Je Sers...

Mylène Farmer

About À Quoi Je Sers...

"À quoi je sers..." (English: "What good am I...") is a 1989 song recorded by French singer-songwriter Mylène Farmer. The song was a standalone single when it was released in July 1989, as it was previously unavailable on Farmer's albums, apart from a live version on En Concert. Marking the end of Farmer's first period of work, it achieved moderate commercial and popular success back then but is now considered a “Farmer classic”.


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2009
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Mylène Farmer

Mylène Farmer (pronounced: [milɛn faʁmœʁ]), born Mylène Jeanne Gautier[milɛn ɡotje]; born 12 September 1961), is a French singer, songwriter, occasional actress and author. more »

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Song Background
"À quoi je sers..." is a song by French singer Mylène Farmer, which is the first single from her album "En concert," released in July 1989.
Chart Success
The song reached number 2 on the French singles chart, and maintained a presence in the top ten for more than two months. It has sold over 560,000 copies.
Unique Genre
Mylène Farmer's "À quoi je sers..." is considered a pop song with influences of synth-pop, an electronic sub-genre typified by the use of synthesizers.
Lyrics Meaning
The lyrics are introspective, dealing with feelings of despair and questioning the purpose of life. Mylène Farmer often uses lyrics to explore deep emotional states and existential questions.
Music Video
The music video for "À quoi je sers..." was directed by Laurent Boutonnat, a French musician, film director and songwriter who has frequently collaborated with Mylène Farmer. The video was predominantly shot in black and white.
Songwriter
Like most of her songs, "À quoi je sers..." was written by Mylène Farmer herself and composed by her longtime musical partner, Laurent Boutonnat.
Song Legacy
Despite its dark vibes, the song has a cult status among Mylène Farmer's fanbase and is often cited as one of her most representative tracks.
Unusual Release
Oddly, though the song was a commercial success, it was never included in any of Farmer's studio albums. It was specifically recorded for the live album "En Concert," where there's only a live version of it.
Accolades
The single received the award for "Best clip" at the Victoires de la Musique awards in 1990, proving the artistry of Mylène Farmer and Laurent Boutonnat, not only in music but also in visual aesthetics.
Cover Versions
Despite its specific style and lyrical themes, the song has been covered by several artists, notably in the TV show "Star Academy" in 2003.
Speculative Interpretations
Some interpretations suggest the song deals with fame and how it changes personal identity. The music video, which features a decaying mansion and haunting apparitions, supports this theory.

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