Officiel): Jean-jacques Goldman - Quand La Musique Est Bonne (clip

is a seminal 1982 French pop-rock track written and performed by Jean-Jacques Goldman . Released as the lead single from his second studio album, Minoritaire , it served as the breakthrough hit that cemented his status as a solo icon in French music. Quick Facts Release Date: September 27, 1982 Genre: Variété française, Pop-Rock Album: Minoritaire (also known as Jean-Jacques Goldman ) Duration: 3:51 (album version); 5:29 (extended version) Origins and Meaning

The song is a vibrant tribute to the power of music and blues heritage. The title itself was born from a moment of spontaneous inspiration in the studio; upon hearing a specific chord change that resonated perfectly, Goldman reportedly exclaimed, "Quand la musique est bonne" ("When the music is good"). is a seminal 1982 French pop-rock track written

The lyrics pay direct homage to the blues, specifically referencing the classic song by John D. Loudermilk in the opening lines: "J'ai trop rôdé dans les Tobacco Road" . It explores the life of an artist for whom music is a sanctuary—a "recourse for another story" when life becomes too heavy or chaotic. Musical Composition The title itself was born from a moment