“My freedom to think”, a Collector with a delicate subject, rarely discussed in French song as it can constitute a double-edged sword for its author!
In 2003, Florent Pagny experienced some problems with the French tax authorities.
Accused of fraud for failing to declare part of his income, the administration seized his house in Montfort-l’Amaury.
It is this misadventure that inspires the lyricist Lionel Florence, the singer’s faithful accomplice, to create a song.
Lionel Florence is a recognized author who has worked for the biggest names in French song, from Birkin to Hallyday via Obispo who introduced him to Florent Pagny!
That day, stuck in a traffic jam, Lionel Florence turned up the volume on the car radio. We talk about Florent Pagny and his tax problems. Inspired, the lyricist grabs a sheet of paper and a pen and scribbles a few words on his knees…
2023-12-18 22:58:54
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