Respire

Mickey 3D's song 'Respire' is a poignant commentary on the environmental degradation caused by human actions. The lyrics take the form of a narrative, where an elder speaks to a child, recounting the history of humanity's impact on nature. The song begins by describing a time when nature was untouched and pristine, but this changes with the arrival of humans. The 'gros souliers' (big shoes) symbolize the heavy and destructive footprint humans have left on the Earth. The imagery of 'des coups d'pieds dans la gueule' (kicks in the face) and 'routes à sens unique' (one-way roads) highlights the aggressive and irreversible changes humans have imposed on the environment.

As the song progresses, it paints a bleak picture of the future. The elder warns that in a few years, the damage will be so severe that future generations will suffer greatly. The line 'tes petits-enfants ils n'auront plus qu'un oeil' (your grandchildren will only have one eye) is a metaphor for the irreversible harm and loss that will be inflicted on future generations. The elder's attempt to explain the situation to the future generation underscores a sense of guilt and helplessness, as they realize that the damage done cannot be easily undone.

The chorus, 'Il faut que tu respires' (You need to breathe), serves as a stark reminder of the basic necessity of clean air and a healthy environment. The repetition of 'tu vas pas mourir de rire' (you won't die laughing) adds a layer of irony, emphasizing the gravity of the situation. The song concludes with a somber reflection on humanity's role as both perpetrators and victims of environmental destruction. The elder's final words, 'T'es pas né dans un chou mais plutôt dans un trou' (You weren't born in a cabbage but rather in a hole), encapsulate the dire state of the world we are leaving for future generations.