Encore une fois Lyrics – OrelSan

Encore une fois Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
The intro shows the singer craving his old vices like drinking vodka-Redbull and smoking cigarettes. Even though he has tried to quit these habits for a long time, the urges never fully disappear. It’s like a part of him is always drawn back to the things that used to define his lifestyle, showing how hard it is to completely leave the past behind.

[Couplet 1 : OrelSan]
In this part, the singer describes waking up late in the afternoon after a night of partying, feeling exhausted, with a painful mouth and a heavy head. Even though he hates the way he feels, the first thought that comes to him is that he should never do it again, quickly followed by the desire to start drinking again as soon as the evening comes. He spends his time in the company of acquaintances, smoking low-quality weed just because it’s available, and his day moves aimlessly. He falls asleep in front of a show and wakes up only to continue the same routine. His life has become “en roue libre,” completely uncontrolled, where drinking, smoking, and hanging out with friends is no longer a habit but a repetitive cycle. Despite repeatedly telling himself he can quit, years later he realizes he is still trapped in the same patterns. The mirrors reflect a version of himself that is addicted and unhealthy, while he convinces himself these substances help him cope with his problems. He recognizes that this chaotic lifestyle was part of his past, and although he is supposed to have left it behind, occasionally the old habits resurface. There’s an internal voice, like his past self, reminding him that he hasn’t truly escaped, showing the ongoing struggle between who he is now and who he used to be.

[Refrain : Yamê]
The refrain acts as a voice from the past, almost like his old self speaking directly to him. It’s a reminder that no matter how much he tries to ignore it, the past is still alive inside him. The old habits, memories, and mistakes are still present, questioning why he pretends they aren’t there. It highlights the cycle of confronting old behaviors over and over again, as if no change is ever permanent.

[Couplet 2 : Yamê & Orelsan]
This section explores the challenges of truly moving on. Change isn’t about wanting it—it’s about having the strength and ability to do it. Stress can make him fall back into old patterns in a single moment. The past feels like a waiting presence, ready to exploit any slip-up. He spends time scrolling endlessly through old videos, remembering the life he used to have, which keeps him stuck in nostalgia. Real happiness isn’t found in fleeting smiles or temporary pleasures, because when those smiles fade, reality shows who you really are. Challenges, temptations, and internal struggles constantly try to pull him back, and sometimes he may not even want to fully defeat these demons. Even trying to “cut bridges” isn’t simple, because he still keeps connections, substances, and routines that tie him to his old life. Depression and sadness don’t vanish with better habits or distractions; they persist. He realizes that even if the methods change, the problems remain. This part shows how confronting the past and internal struggles is unavoidable, and avoiding them only prolongs the cycle.

[Refrain : Yamê]
The refrain repeats the idea that the past is always there, speaking directly to him. It’s a reminder that old habits, memories, and struggles don’t just disappear. Even when he tries to move on, his former self keeps resurfacing, forcing him to face the same challenges again, showing that growth and change are ongoing battles.