"P'tit Blues Peinard" is a song by French singer-songwriter Jean-Jacques Goldman. The title can be translated as "Little Peaceful Blues" in English. The song tells the story of the narrator coming home one evening feeling down and gloomy. He picks up his guitar and starts playing a blues to express his dark thoughts and worries. The narrator mentions his neighbor, Léo, who is not conventionally attractive but still enjoys playing the piano and finding joy in music. The "félés du d'ssus" (crazy ones from above) refers to the bandmates or musicians he plays with, who may be unconventional but are talented and passionate about their craft, playing instruments like the drums and electric bass. The "lapins du d'ssous" (crazy ones from below) are another group of people mentioned in the song, who have many children and are enthusiastic about playing wind instruments. When they play, it creates a chaotic atmosphere reminiscent of a train station, contrasting with the peaceful blues played by the narrator. Overall, the song highlights the imperfect and unconventional nature of the characters involved. It emphasizes that despite their flaws, they find solace and comfort in playing music, using it as an outlet for their troubles and uplifting their spirits. The recurring theme throughout the song is that life may be uncertain, and they may not be the smartest or best-looking individuals, but their little peaceful blues provide them solace and a way to cope with their daily struggles.
