Cadavre exquis
Donas Lyrics

The lyrics to Donas's song "Cadavre exquis" explore the themes of homelessness and the fragility of human existence. The phrase "Et si ce soir de vous a moi" translates to "And if tonight from you to me," suggesting a connection between two individuals. The following line, "D'une personne sans son toit," translates to "From a person without their roof," emphasizing the vulnerability and displacement experienced by someone without a home.

The lyrics continue with the line "Comme tu vois on sème des miettes que l'on égraine," which means "As you see, we sow crumbs that we scatter." This line can be interpreted as a metaphor for the small fragments of hope or support that people without homes and stability rely on, but which are easily scattered or overlooked.

The next verse introduces the idea of "mobilier," which means furniture or belongings, being tailored to us like "joli fous de circonstances" or "beautiful fools of circumstances." This suggests that our possessions or material comforts are shaped by the unpredictable and sometimes absurd circumstances of life. The reference to the music of Boney M with the line "Jusque dans la musique de Boney M, Daddy daddy cool" adds a nostalgic touch, perhaps hinting at the transient nature of happiness and the fleeting moments of joy that can be found in even the most unexpected places.

The chorus repeats the phrase "C'est la douce évidence" or "It's the sweet evidence," emphasizing the bittersweet recognition of the harsh realities faced by those without a home. The concluding line, "Comme dans ce cadavre exquis," can be translated to "Like in this exquisite corpse," referencing the surrealist art technique where different artists collaborate to create a collective piece. This line suggests that the experiences of homelessness and displacement are interconnected, revealing the interconnectedness of all human lives.