N'importe quoi

Eric Lapointe's song 'N'importe quoi' delves into the intense emotions and irrational actions that often accompany deep romantic love. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a person who is willing to do anything—literally 'n'importe quoi' (anything)—to please their beloved and keep the relationship alive. The song opens with the protagonist recalling the wild promises and sweet words exchanged, which they believed wholeheartedly. These promises, however, are later revealed to be empty, as the lover's words were 'n'importe quoi,' or nonsense.

The chorus emphasizes the lengths to which the protagonist would go to maintain the relationship. They would 'soulever la terre' (lift the earth) and 'mettre le feu, à l'enfer' (set fire to hell) just to please their partner. This hyperbolic language underscores the desperation and intensity of their feelings. The protagonist's fear of being forgotten and becoming insignificant—'comme si j'étais n'importe qui' (as if I were anyone)—is a recurring theme, highlighting their deep-seated insecurities and dependence on their lover's validation.

In the final verses, the protagonist reflects on the sacrifices they've made, including walking on their knees and bearing their cross, only to be left questioning the worth of these actions. Despite the pain and disillusionment, there's a lingering hope that if the lover were to return, they would still believe 'n'importe quoi.' This cyclical pattern of hope and despair captures the essence of a tumultuous and unbalanced relationship, where love is both a source of immense joy and profound suffering.