Zebda - Lerreur Est Humaine

Review by Yasmin Papeckys Yayá

Zebda’s L’erreur Est Humaine: A Genre-Bending Ride Worth Remembering Let’s cut to the chase—Zebda’s 2002 album L’erreur Est Humaine is one of those records that sneaks up on you. It’s not just reggae or rock; it’s this wild mashup of sounds with a European twist, courtesy of France’s own Zebda crew. Released under Barclay, this thing feels like someone threw a bunch of genres into a blender and hit “puree.” And honestly? That’s why it works. Now, let’s talk tracks. The first one that sticks in my head is “Le Bonhomme Derrière (Album Version).” Man, this song has grit. It starts off all moody and brooding, like walking through foggy streets at midnight. Then BAM—the beat drops, and suddenly you’re vibing harder than you expected. There’s something raw about how they layer the vocals over punchy guitar riffs and basslines so thick you could spread ‘em on toast. You don’t just hear this track—you feel it. It’s got attitude, heart, and enough swagger to fill an entire Parisian café. Then there’s “L’erreur Est Humaine (Madman Dub Remix),” which flips the original version into some kind of dub paradise. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when reggae meets psychedelia, here’s your answer. This remix takes the already solid bones of the album version and stretches them out, adding echoes and delays that make it feel like you’re floating in space. By the time the horns kick in halfway through, you’re basically levitating. It’s chaotic but also weirdly soothing, like life itself—a little messy but beautiful if you lean into it. What makes L’erreur Est Humaine stand out isn’t just its sound—it’s the vibe. Listening to it feels like hanging out with old friends who are way cooler than you but still invite you along for the ride. Sure, the lyrics might fly over your head if French isn’t your jam, but the energy? Universal. And here’s the kicker: after spinning this record, I realized something kinda funny. Zebda didn’t reinvent the wheel with this album—they bent it. They twisted it until it became something new altogether. In a world obsessed with perfection, L’erreur Est Humaine reminds us that mistakes can be magic too. So crank it up, embrace the chaos, and remember—it’s okay to stumble sometimes. After all, even errors sound good when Zebda’s involved.

Artist: Zebda
Album: Lerreur Est Humaine

Europe

2002

Rating: 4.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Le Bonhomme Derrière (Album Version)	2:19
L' Erreur Est Humaine	04:31
Le Bonhomme Derrière	02:18
L'Erreur Est Humaine
L'erreur Est Humaine (Madman Dub Remix)	6:13
L'erreur Est Humaine (Album Version)	4:33

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Catalog Numbers

8823
065967-2

Labels

Barclay

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online luisteren
escuchar en línea
online anhören
lytte på nettet
ascolta in linea
kuunnella verkossa
ouvir online
écouter en ligne
lyssna på nätet

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CD
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Notes

Tous titre : Magyd Cherfi / Zebda
1/ 2/ : Réalisation artistique Zebda & Nicholas Sansano
3/ remixé par Danny Madorsky
Crédits photo : Polo Garat - Graphismes : G. Kashima
Editions : La Tawa / Hi Jack
Copyright - 2002 La Tawa
All rights reserved. Unauthorized copying, reproduction, hiring, lending, public performance and broadcasting prohibited.
Made in the EU.
LC 00126

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Label Code: LC 00126
Barcode: 0 44006 59672 3

About Zebda

French band from Toulouse who mix ragga, chanson, world, ska & alternative rock with political lyrics and citizen activism. Zebda is Arab for 'butter' ('beurre' in french, but also beur, a French slang word referring to French citizens of Arab origin). Formed in 1985, splitted in 2003, reformed in 2008. Side-projects: , , , , , ...

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Zebda Bird

Members

Magyd Cherfi
Hakim Amokrane
Mustapha Amokrane
Jean Haas
Christophe Delannoy
Joël Saurin
Vincent Sauvage
Pascal Cabero

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s a fun fact: The album *L’Erreur Est Humaine* by Zebda is a gem from 2002 that blends Reggae, Rock, and International sounds. It’s like a musical melting pot! One standout detail? The track *L’Erreur Est Humaine* appears three times on the album—each version offering a unique twist. You’ve got the Album Version, the Madman Dub Remix, and another take with slight variations. It’s almost like they’re saying, “Hey, here’s how you can hear the same song in different moods!” Definitely worth checking out if you’re into creative mixes and global vibes.