Alright, let’s dive into Toi Qui Fais Hou Hou Hou by Laurence, a gem from 1985 that somehow feels like it teleported straight outta Belgium’s neon-lit dance floors. Released under Sun Records, this album is a heady mix of Pop, Electronic vibes, and that oh-so-smooth Italo-Disco style we all secretly love but don’t talk about enough.
First off, the title track, Toi Qui Fais Hou Hou Hou. Yeah, you read that right—“Hou Hou Hou.” It’s as quirky as it sounds, and honestly? That’s why it sticks. The beat has this infectious bounce to it, like you’re cruising down an 80s arcade with roller skates on. Laurence’s vocals are playful but kinda hypnotic too, pulling you in like some sort of disco siren. I mean, who wouldn’t wanna hou-hou along? It’s one of those tracks where you can almost picture everyone losing their minds on the dance floor, big hair flying everywhere.
Then there’s Mets De La Musique Dans Ton Coeur. Man, this one hits different. If the first track is all about getting people moving, this one feels more intimate, like it’s whispering directly to your soul (or maybe just your Walkman). The synths here are lush and dreamy, giving off serious retro-futuristic vibes. There’s something about how Laurence sings “mets de la musique” that makes you wanna grab someone’s hand and slow-dance awkwardly at a house party. Like, yeah, we’re not cool, but neither is 1985 anymore, so who cares?
What strikes me most about this album is how unapologetically fun it is. It doesn’t try too hard to be deep or edgy—it just wants you to enjoy yourself. And honestly, isn’t that what music should do sometimes? Forget your worries, press play, and let the synthwave take over.
Random thought though: if aliens ever landed on Earth and asked for a single artifact to understand human joy, I’d hand them this album. They’d probably beam me aboard their spaceship just outta gratitude—or confusion. Either way, win-win, right?
