“Ceux Qu’on Était” is a bittersweet goodbye wrapped in gentle pop melodies. Pierre Garnier sings from the moment a couple stands among half-packed suitcases, knowing the relationship has reached its end. Instead of blaming or begging, he decides to focus on the golden moments they shared. The refrain “je vais garder le meilleur” – “I’ll keep the best” – turns the song into a celebration of memories rather than a lament over what is lost.
Garnier’s message is surprisingly uplifting: love can finish without erasing its beauty. He admits he could not give everything his partner needed, and he accepts that she may find those missing pieces elsewhere. Yet he treasures every laugh, every spark, every lesson they lived together. With clear lyrics and a reflective tone, the track teaches us how to let go gracefully, keeping our hearts open for what comes next.