"Dinosaures" is a song by Gaël Faye, a French-Rwandan singer, rapper, and writer. The song talks about various themes, such as love, identity, human emotions, societal issues, and the extinction of dinosaurs. The lyrics depict a range of emotions and experiences. For example, the singer talks about having passion and excitement when kissing dragonflies ("J'ai des touracos dans l’thorax quand j'embrasse des libellules"). He also mentions feeling anger and frustration, comparing himself to a pelican with a swollen goiter ("J’ai des colères insoumises dans mon goître de pélican"). The song also touches on existentialism and self-reflection. The singer states that he has forgotten his own name and feels disconnected from his identity ("Depuis qu'j'ai oublié mon nom"). He portrays himself as someone who is both trendy and influential, being the "windmill of the Pharaohs" ("J'suis à la mode, j'suis dans le vent, j'suis l'éolienne des pharaons"). The lyrics also address societal and political issues. The singer refers to buying cancer at the age of thirty, alluding to the corrupt systems that perpetuate such diseases ("J'achète mes cancers à trente ans"). He also mentions being the son of the antipodes, highlighting the complexity of his background and heritage ("Je suis le fils des antipodes"). In the chorus, the singer repeatedly asks the question, "Where are the dinosaurs?" ("Où sont les dinosaures?"). This can be interpreted as a metaphor for the extinction of innocence, purity, and simplicity in the modern world. It could also symbolize the loss of older traditions, values, and connections to the natural world. Overall, "Dinosaures" conveys a mix of personal introspection, social commentary, and poetic imagery. It touches on universal themes, inviting listeners to reflect on their own emotions, identities, and the state of the world.
