“Équilibre” is a bold, sparkling anthem of self-discovery by French artist Eugénie. Line by line she walks a mental tightrope, celebrating the moment she finally finds her balance—then happily rewinds the tape to show how she got there. The singer rejects anyone who tries to make her “insipide” (bland) and insists she is far more than a “poupée timide” (shy doll). Set against humid summer air and elastic metaphors of ropes, springs, and knots, her words paint a picture of someone who was once naïve, felt the emptiness rush over her, yet chose to dive straight into it in order to rise stronger.
By the time the catchy “palalalala” hook rolls in, Eugénie has transformed into a poupée soldat—a soldier doll—ready to bite back and stay forever in the game. The song’s message is crystal clear: real strength is found step by step, in learning to own your contradictions and refusing to let anyone dull your sparkle. It is a vibrant reminder that balance is not about standing still; it is about continually moving, rewinding, and leaping forward with fearless authenticity.