Tout Va Bien

Orelsan's song 'Tout Va Bien' is a poignant commentary on the tendency to mask societal issues with superficial reassurances. The lyrics are delivered in a deceptively soothing manner, creating a stark contrast with the grim realities they describe. The song opens with a scene of a homeless man, suggesting that he sleeps outside because he enjoys the noise of cars. This is a clear metaphor for society's tendency to downplay or ignore the struggles of the less fortunate, offering comforting but false explanations instead of addressing the root causes of homelessness.

The second verse shifts focus to a woman who is presumably a victim of domestic violence. The lyrics suggest that her bruises are merely the result of playing with paint, and her disappearance is attributed to a honeymoon. This verse highlights the disturbing normalization of domestic abuse and the societal inclination to turn a blind eye to such issues, often offering absurd justifications to maintain a facade of normalcy.

The final verse addresses the horrors of war, suggesting that bullets contain vaccines and explosions create stars. This surreal imagery serves to underscore the absurdity of trying to find positive spins on inherently destructive events. The repeated refrain 'Tout va bien' (Everything is fine) becomes increasingly ironic as the song progresses, emphasizing the dissonance between the comforting words and the harsh realities they attempt to obscure. Orelsan uses this song to critique the superficial reassurances that are often used to gloss over serious societal problems, urging listeners to confront these issues head-on rather than hiding behind comforting lies.