"D'Abord...Et Puis..." by Julio Iglesias tells the story of a relationship that follows a repetitive cycle. The narrator is in love with someone who repeatedly leaves and comes back, promising fidelity and eternal love each time. However, they always leave again without a word, leaving the narrator longing for their return. The song starts with the arrival of this person from far away, who takes their place as if nothing had happened. The narrator then falls for their promises once again and the cycle repeats. While the narrator feels both worry and anguish when this person is away, eventually, they get used to it until the next return. However, the cycle seems never-ending, and the narrator is left with a taste of fever and joy every time this person leaves again. In the end, the song leaves the narrator with nothing but a mirage of their image on the pillow. The lyrics convey a sense of longing for someone who repeatedly comes and goes without any real commitment. The song's melancholic melody enhances the sentiment of the lyrics.
