Baise-en-ville literally translates to "fuck-in-town", but it's an archaic French term for a small, elegant handbag or satchel carried by men.
In the context of the song, the singer is getting ready to go out and "faire danser les filles" (make the girls dance), implying he's going out to flirt and enjoy himself. The use of this somewhat old-fashioned and suggestive term adds a touch of playful mischief and a hint of a bygone era to his evening plans.
Feeling blue? Grab your baise-en-ville and hit the town!
In this cheeky pop-rock tune, Belgian singer Jérôme Van Den Hole turns everyday gloom into a reason to party. It starts with a string of petty tragedies: his goldfish has died, the TV news is selling doomsday stories, and life itself feels like “a knife stuck in velvet.” Rather than wallow, he packs his baise-en-ville—a small overnight bag slang-named for spontaneous romantic escapades—spruces himself up, and heads out for a night of dancing and flirting.
The song’s core message is carpe diem with a wink. Van Den Hole knows that tomorrow may bring a hangover and a broken heart, but tonight he’ll chase joy, music, and the company of dazzling strangers. “Baise-en-ville” celebrates escapism, showing how a vibrant night out can momentarily silence life’s nagging sorrows and remind us that fun is sometimes the best antidote to despair.