J'entends

In 'J'entends,' Angèle delves into the harrowing experience of living with tinnitus, a condition characterized by a persistent ringing or noise in the ears. The song opens with the artist lamenting the loss of silence, a state she once feared but now longs for. The absence of silence is described as a perpetual, tormenting presence that disrupts her peace and invades her insomniac nights. This constant 'sifflement' or whistling sound becomes a new form of grief, a relentless reminder of her condition.

Angèle's lyrics poignantly express her yearning for the simple act of dreaming, something that the incessant noise in her ears prevents. She contrasts her closed eyes with her ever-alert ears, highlighting the cruel irony of being unable to escape the noise even in sleep. The plea for help underscores her desperation, as she finds herself trapped in a cycle where the silence she craves only amplifies the tinnitus. The song's chorus captures the cyclical nature of her torment, with the recurring noise driving her to the brink of despair.

The song also touches on the familial aspect of her condition, suggesting a genetic predisposition. Angèle notes that her family prefers not to dwell on it, as discussing it often makes it more real and unbearable. Despite trying various remedies, from meditation to seeking solace in conversations with her brother, nothing alleviates her suffering. Her brother's coping mechanism of excessive smoking to forget his troubles further emphasizes the theme of escapism. The repeated refrain of 'j'en peux plus, il me tue' (I can't take it anymore, it kills me) encapsulates the overwhelming and inescapable nature of her struggle with tinnitus.