Trinque comes from the verb trinquer, which means "to toast" or "to clink glasses". It's a festive and somewhat less common word than simply saying "boire" (to drink).
In the song, the singer uses it twice: "Je trinque à ce monde si beau" (I toast to this beautiful world) and "Je trinque à l'amour qui s'achève" (I toast to the love that is ending). This word captures a moment of both celebration and bittersweet reflection, making it quite evocative.
La Vie Est Belle is Christophe Willem’s cheeky reminder that heartbreak is only a pit stop, not the finish line. Over a bright, dance-ready beat, the singer tells himself (and anyone listening) that everything is fine: there are plenty of people like his ex, he will forget quickly, and life is simply too beautiful to waste on tears. Between playful self-talk and friendly jabs, he raises his glass to the world, to love that ended, and to the new adventures already waiting outside the door.
The song captures a very French mix of nonchalance and optimism. Even while returning the apartment keys or toasting an ex’s upcoming wedding, the narrator refuses to drown in sadness. Instead, he chooses parties, laughter, and resilience, trusting that “from everything we rise again.” It is an infectious pep-talk set to music, inviting listeners to shrug off their worries, step out for the night, and celebrate the simple fact that they are alive.