The core theme of the song is the modern "obligation" to be happy, largely fueled by social media. Angèle uses the term (a French literary term for melancholy or existential dread) to describe the emotions that are no longer "in fashion". The lyrics suggest that in order to "believe" in the happiness we post online, we must "forget everything" (tout oublier) that is actually painful or mundane.
The official music video (directed by Brice Vdh and Léo Walk) uses visual absurdity to reinforce its message: The core theme of the song is the
Roméo Elvis’s deeper, rhythmic delivery provides a grounded contrast to Angèle’s airy, high-register vocals, symbolizing the shared struggle of artists who must perform "joy" for their audience regardless of their internal state. Cultural Impact The official music video (directed by Brice Vdh
by Belgian singer Angèle, featuring her brother Roméo Elvis, is more than a catchy synth-pop hit; it is a sharp social commentary on the "tyranny of happiness" in the digital age. Released in 2018 as part of her debut album Brol , the song explores the pressure to project a perfect life while suppressing genuine human emotions like sadness or boredom. The Pressure of Performance The Pressure of Performance