Adieu invites us into the late-night streets of a heartbroken narrator who is stumbling through grief, bottle in hand, shouting love into the empty air. Slimane paints vivid scenes of solitary walks, abandoned promises, and memories “sur le port,” creating a cinematic snapshot of what it feels like when someone you adore suddenly stops answering your SOS calls.
Yet beneath the tears and swagger lies a stubborn spark of resilience. The chorus’s repeated “Si je m’en sors” (If I make it through) becomes a mantra of self-healing: a pledge to outgrow the lies, to survive the sleepless nights, and to watch the tables turn when the ex finally faces her own reflection. In just a few minutes, Slimane turns heartbreak into both a farewell letter and a victory speech, reminding us that goodbye can sometimes be the first word of a brand-new chapter.
Slimane Nebchi, known professionally as Slimane, is a celebrated French singer-songwriter born on October 13, 1989, in Montfermeil, Seine-Saint-Denis, France. He gained widespread recognition after winning season 5 of The Voice: la plus belle voix, where he captivated audiences as part of Team Florent Pagny.
With a rich musical career starting in 2016, Slimane has released four studio albums, three of which have topped the French Albums Chart. His collaborations and solo works have led to over twenty-five entries on the French Singles Chart, including a number-one hit with "Bella ciao". Notably, Slimane represented France in the Eurovision Song Contest 2024 with his song "Mon amour," achieving an impressive fourth place. His soulful voice and heartfelt songwriting continue to inspire fans of French music around the world.