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Mesdames is Grand Corps Malade’s lyrical love letter to women everywhere. With his trademark spoken-word flow, the French poet salutes women’s elegance, strength and subtlety and admits that men often create “an orage,” a storm, around them. Line after line he praises women’s roles on screen and in real life, from history-making icons like Marie Curie and Rosa Parks to the mothers, sisters, cashiers and doctors who shape daily life. He even tips his hat to modern movements such as #BalanceTonPorc (France’s version of #MeToo), applauding women who speak out against sexism.

Behind the compliments runs a clear message: it is time to repair the “profond machisme” rooted in many cultures. By declaring that “la femme est l’avenir de l’homme,” Grand Corps Malade flips the spotlight, recognizing that women are not just inspirations but the very future of humanity. The result is an uplifting anthem that mixes admiration, apology and celebration into one catchy, feel-good tribute.