The song "Les P'tits Chapeaux" by Jean-Jacques Goldman is a lighthearted and whimsical song about a unique and compassionate woman who wears different and unusual hats. The lyrics depict her smiling as she walks down the street and interacting with various people, such as Native Americans, delivery workers, and bikers. Despite not being conventionally beautiful, she attracts and helps those who are marginalized or lost. The song mentions that she picks up the forgotten, the elderly, and even stray cats. The narrator also expresses how he was once part of the forgotten pile but now finds himself drawn to her. The woman has a certain pain in her eyes, an enigmatic shadow that makes people more approachable. The narrator admits that she unexpectedly entered his life, and he hopes she will stay a little longer. She sees beauty in him, even when he doubts himself. She expresses her frustrations, remarks on the weather, and is always either too cold or too hot. She is not afraid of the world, considering life to be both remarkable and deadly. The narrator also admires how she doesn't depend on him entirely and appreciates her independence. He finds her proud and secretive at times, and she gives her all in every situation. The lyrics highlight how she wears different little hats, representing her unique personality and individuality. The narrator concludes the song by expressing his contentment with her eccentricities and the compatibility of their relationship. Overall, "Les P'tits Chapeaux" celebrates a free-spirited and caring person who brings light and joy into the lives of others. It emphasizes the beauty in being unique and the importance of kindness and compassion.
