Souvenirs
Els Catarres Lyrics

The lyrics of Els Catarres's song Souvenirs talk about memories of different places and experiences that the singer has had. The first verse refers to an incense that repels mosquitoes, a cemetery in Paris, watching MTV in an apartment in Berlin, and waking up in the morning with the excitement of a child, which suggests that the singer is reminiscing about his or her younger years.

The second verse talks about more adventurous experiences such as spending nights in service areas, bargaining in Marrakesh, and attending a concert of La Ruda in Perpignan. The verse ends with the singer spending two days on a camel in the desert. The chorus repeats the phrase "but without you, it's nothing," which suggests that the singer is lonely and the experiences are not as enjoyable without a loved one to share them with.

The third verse talks about being high in Amsterdam and how Kathmandu is filled with mud. The singer compares the memories to pages from an old passport and how they return to break his or her heart. The song implies that even though the experiences were exciting and memorable, they ultimately mean nothing without somebody to share them with. The lyrics are poetic and nostalgic, evoking a sense of longing and wistfulness.