Châtiment translates to "punishment" or "chastisement". It's a strong, somewhat formal word that carries a significant emotional weight, making it stand out from more common vocabulary.
In the song, Zaho sings, "Ton indifférence est devenue Mon châtiment" (Your indifference has become My punishment). This line powerfully conveys the deep pain and suffering caused by a loved one's lack of emotion, elevating the feeling beyond simple sadness to a profound sense of retribution. It's a word that truly captures the song's dramatic and emotional core.
Zaho and Dadju turn a troubled love story into a dramatic duet where every line feels like a confession. On S'fait Du Mal (“We Hurt Each Other”) captures the push-and-pull of two people who still care but seem doomed to repeat the same mistakes. Each singer admits the passion is real, yet the relationship has become a one-way trip with “no return.” Between references to storms, fading hearts, and Hollywood-style highs, they show how easy it is to hide behind pride while silently begging the other to listen.
Beneath the catchy Afropop beat, the song is a plea for honesty. Both voices wrestle with indifference, regret, and the fear of starting over. They question whether they should walk away or rewrite their story before time runs out. The repeated hook “On s’fait du mal” is not just a lament, it is a mirror held up to anyone who has ever loved hard enough to get hurt. By the final chorus, the message is clear: love can heal, but only if you stop pretending everything is fine and face the pain together.