Philippe Lavil - Pa Palé Minm Sila Pli Tombé

Review by Carmene Jackson

Album Review: Pa Palé Minm Sila Pli Tombé by Philippe Lavil Alright, let’s talk about this gem from 1989—Pa Palé Minm Sila Pli Tombé. If you’re into French pop with that classic chanson vibe, this one’s a ride worth taking. Philippe Lavil, backed by some serious talent (shoutout to Manu Katché on drums and Claude Samard pulling double duty as producer and guitarist), delivers an album that feels like a warm hug dipped in nostalgia. First up, “Tanguer Latino.” Oh man, this track sticks with me. It’s got that groovy mix of percussion and guitar that just makes you wanna sway. Marc Chantereau’s percussion work is subtle but packs a punch—you can almost picture yourself dancing under string lights somewhere in Provence. The rhythm is infectious without being over-the-top, and Philippe’s voice has this laid-back charm that pulls you right in. I mean, who doesn’t love a song that whispers, “Hey, life’s not so bad, let’s dance”? Then there’s the title track, “Pa Palé…”—and yeah, it’s as smooth as butter melting on fresh bread. Jean-Yves D’Angelo’s keyboards give it this lush, dreamy vibe, while Michel Alibo’s bass lines keep things grounded. There’s something about how the backing vocals (Edith Lefel and the gang) blend perfectly with Philippe’s lead—it’s like they’re all old friends sharing a laugh at the kitchen table. This tune feels personal, like Lavil’s letting us peek into his world for three minutes and thirty seconds. And honestly? That connection stays with you long after the music fades. What really stands out about this album isn’t just the catchy tunes or tight production—it’s the vibe. You can tell everyone involved poured their hearts into it. From Bruno Mylonas and Didier Weiss engineering the sound to Jean-Pierre Sandrini snapping those iconic cover photos, every detail feels intentional yet effortless. Even the sleeve design by Claude Caudron screams late ‘80s cool. Here’s the thing though—listening to this record now feels kinda bittersweet. It reminds me of simpler times when albums were more than just playlists; they were stories told through melodies and beats. But hey, maybe that’s what makes Pa Palé Minm Sila Pli Tombé special—it’s timeless without trying too hard. Random thought: If this album had a smell, I reckon it’d be freshly baked croissants mixed with a hint of vinyl dust. Just saying. So grab your headphones, hit play, and let Philippe Lavil take you back to 1989. Trust me, your ears will thank you later.

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Artist: Philippe Lavil
Album: Pa Palé Minm Sila Pli Tombé

France

Chanson

1989

Rating: 3.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Tanguer Latino	3:15
Pa Palé	3:05

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PHILIPPE LAVIL & EDITH LEFEL PA PALÉ

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PB 41755

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RCA

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escuchar en línea
écouter en ligne
lytte på nettet
kuunnella verkossa
ascolta in linea
online luisteren
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Formats

Vinyl
7"
45 RPM

Companies

Role	Company
Distributed By	BMG Ariola France S.A.
Phonographic Copyright (p)	BMG/Ariola France
Pressed By	SNA
Printed By	SNA
Published By	Tabata Music
Recorded At	Studio Musika

Credits

Role	Credit
Backing Vocals	Edith Lefel, Jacques D'Arbaud, Jean-Luc Alger, Marie Céline Chrone, Michel Héron, Sha Rakotofiringa
Bass	Michel Alibo
Drums	Manu Katché
Engineer	Bruno Mylonas, Didier Weiss
Guitar	Claude Samard
Programmed By	Claude Samard
Arranged By	Claude Samard
Keyboards	Jean-Yves D'Angelo
Percussion	Marc Chantereau
Photography By	Jean-Pierre Sandrini
Producer	Claude Samard, Philippe Lavil
Sleeve	Claude Caudron

Barcodes

Barcode: 5012394175573
Price Code: RC110
Rights Society: SACEM SACD SDRM SGDL
Rights Society: BIEM/GEMA

About Philippe Lavil

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French singer, born 26 September 1947 in Fort-de-France, Martinique, France.

Real Name

Philippe Durand de La Villejégu du Fresnay

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Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: The 1989 French pop album *Pa Palé Minm Sila Pli Tombé* by Philippe Lavil features Manu Katché on drums. You might know him—he’s the legendary drummer who’s played with giants like Peter Gabriel and Sting. His grooves helped shape some of the most iconic sounds in modern music. Crazy to think his beats were also part of this lesser-known gem, right?

Comments

bigmitch6

2025-03-14

ce tissage est horrible sur Edith mais elle reste très belle

markytuts

2025-03-13

Bon pour le coeur !

adrianioanpop

2025-03-12

salut !je ne pourrai pas etre chauvin ! mais voir la disparition de my friend ladie edit lefel et d,entendre cette superbe sweet et le ton qu,elle donnai ses belles melodies comment on pas dire j,ai perdu une personne tres cher a mon coeur ! oui notre guyanaise tant aime nous manque mais je pense l,a revoir et j,y crois bien .