Bliss (Vanessa Paradis album)

Bliss is the fourth studio album by French singer Vanessa Paradis, released on 21 October 2000 by Barclay. It contains the single "Commando".

Background and release

The album proved to be one of her least successful efforts, with none of the singles reaching the 1 spot in France as anticipated. However, it is notable because American actor Johnny Depp performed on some of the tracks. It also marks the recording debut of Lily Rose Depp, Johnny and Vanessa's daughter, as she is featured on one track. Fans also note Bliss for its extensive artwork, all of which was hand-painted by Vanessa and Johnny, with use of watercolors.

Despite a weak chart run, Bliss spawned a few minor hit singles. The primary one was "Pourtant", which is often regarded as Paradis' most poetic work. Singles "Commando" and "Que fait la vie" were the other single releases from the album.

The album topped the French Albums Chart and spent 49 weeks on the chart.

Track listing

"L'Eau et le Vin" (Alain Bashung, Didier Golemanas, Richard Mortier) – 4:36

"Commando" (Golemanas, Franck Langolff) – 3:40

"When I Say" (Matthieu Chedid, Paradis) – 3:57

"Pourtant" (Chedid, Franck Monnet) – 3:36

"Que fait la vie?" (Golemanas, Paradis) – 4:20

"Les Acrobates" (Monnet, Paradis) – 3:42

"La La La Song" (Gerry DeVeaux, Paradis) – 4:26

"L'Air du temps" (Chedid, Paradis) – 4:19

"St. Germain" (Johnny Depp, Paradis) – 2:36

"Dans mon café" (Golemanas, Langolff) – 4:30

"Firmaman" (Paradis) – 4:41

"La Ballade de Lily Rose" (Paradis) – 2:33

"Bliss" (Depp, Paradis) – 4:16

Personnel

Eric Bobo – percussion

Matthieu Chédid – guitar, Mini Moog, shaker

Pierre-Alain Dahan – drums

Jon "JD" Dickson – French horn

Mark Goldenberg – guitar

Henry Hirsh – bass, Wurlitzer

Rob Klonel – drums

Nick Lane – trombone

Norman Langolff – bass, Farfisa organ

Vanessa Paradis – vocals

Craig Ross – drums, guitar

Vincent Ségal – cello

Benmont Tench – keyboards

Pete Thomas – drums, percussion

Lee Thornburg – trumpet

Bruce Witkin – bass, double bass, guitar

David Woodford – saxophone

Charts

Weekly charts

Year-end charts

Certifications

References

2000 albums

Barclay (record label) albums

Vanessa Paradis albums