Pi’erre Bourne floats through his own sonic universe on “Made in Paris.”
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Honorable Mention. L’Amour
“L’Amour” is honestly one of the most charming tracks on Made in Paris. On it, Pi’erre Bourne taps into his sweet side, telling his girl he may not be able to buy the whole world, but he’s more than happy to buy her some quality time. Between those heartfelt moments, though, he still finds time to flex his lifestyle, talking luxury, money, and everything that comes with his come-up.
What makes “L’Amour” work so well is how catchy and effortless it feels. Pi’erre leans into repetition in a good way, slipping in memorable lines and riding one of the bouncier, more playful beats on the album. The instrumental feels light, bright, and almost kiddie in the best possible way—it adds to the charm. It’s one of those tracks that just stays with you. It’s fun, feel-good, and completely likable.
5. Pop
Pi’erre Bourne sounds completely in control on “Pop.” He raps with great command, pacing himself just enough to let his airy melodies and effortlessly cool demeanor really settle in. The track flows nicely, with a melodic loop that’s catchy without trying too hard. It’s another example of how Pi’erre knows how to ride his own production with finesse, keeping things light yet stylish.
4. Violette
Wait a second—do we get a vulnerable version of Pi’erre Bourne on “Violette?” Surprisingly, yes. In this track, Pi’erre vents about everything from rats in his circle to women trying to finesse him for his money, all while sounding like he’s ready to ditch Earth and blast off to somewhere more peaceful. And out of nowhere, he takes a slick shot at Drake—just because, apparently.
Though I’m not fully sold on how he delivers the chorus (the flow feels a little clunky), I do appreciate the shift in energy. Pi’erre sounds noticeably more fired up here, rapping with a punchier, more animated style than we hear on most of Made in Paris. It’s raw, it’s chaotic, and it’s probably the closest he’s come to cracking that polished cool-boy shell.
3. Retraite
There’s nothing better than a confident, trash-talking Pi’erre Bourne—and that’s exactly what we get on “Retraite.” In the track, he boasts about going harder than his peers and finessing women like it’s second nature. The real standout is the first two minutes, where Pi’erre raps with an breezy, relentless cadence over punchy, trippy production that hits in all the right ways. While the beat switch later in the song isn’t quite as engaging, the track still maintains its bounce and Bourne stays in his bag, continuing the flex-filled energy.
2. Blocs
There are definitely a couple of things I wish Pi’erre Bourne didn’t do on this track—namely doubling his vocals on the chorus and leaning a little too hard into the robotic vocal effects. But honestly, the things he does do right outweigh the nitpicks. His flow is dynamic and slick, and he rides the bass-heavy, intergalactic production like he’s been floating in that space pocket his whole career.
The chorus? It’s weirdly addicting—almost like it was cooked up in a lab to feed our soon-to-be AI-managed brains. And don’t even get me started on the synths; Pi’erre throws them around like they’re on clearance at a cyber mall. It’s futuristic, fun, and just the right amount of eccentric. Cool sh*t.
1. JBH (Ft. Young Nudy)
This is one of the few tracks on Made in Paris that actually feels “normal” (and yeah, that sounds weird—until you listen to the rest of the album). It features a beat that’s familiar and digestible, you can clearly understand every word Pi’erre Bourne spits, and the content touches on things more typical of the rap world: haters, gold diggers, and the desire for a simpler life. The hook is catchy as hell, the beat is slick but subtly hard-hitting, and Young Nudy absolutely has fun with it—experimenting with a few different flows and getting real about the trials and tribulations of keeping it solid in the game.
SONG BY SONG BREAKDOWN
1. Façade (3/5)
2. Le Vôtre (2.5/5)
3. Bon Appétit (3.5/5)
4. JBH (Ft. Young Nudy) (4.5/5)
5. La Loi, C’est La Loi (3.5/5)
6. Bleu (3.5/5)
7. Temps De Chasse (3.5/5)
8. Pop (4/5)
9. Retraite (3.5/5)
10. En été (3.5/5)
11. Rapunzel (3/5)
12. J’adore (3/5)
13. Toot It Up (2/5)
14. Violette (4/5)
15. Blocs (4/5)
16. L’Amour (3.5/5)
17. Salt (3/5)
RGM RATING
(72%)
You know what Made in Paris feels like? Like Pi’erre Bourne built a little sonic bubble in his own galaxy and invited no one but the vibes. Inside that world? Whispery, low-vibration rap flows, cosmic production that feels like floating on a pillow through space, and lyrics that toe the line between smooth and socially awkward.
What truly makes this album shine is its mood. The beats are mellow, dreamy, and oddly therapeutic—perfect for laid-back afternoons, night drives, or just zoning out and doing absolutely nothing. However, the vocal delivery may be hit-or-miss for some. Pi’erre leans heavy into blurred, mumbly flows that sometimes make it hard to catch his words. Still, even through the haze, his melodic instincts shine through—he knows how to make a hook feel like a vibe, even if it’s basically a hum. At the end of the day, Made in Paris is Pi’erre being unapologetically Pi’erre, and that’s kind of the charm. It’s weird, modern, and completely its own thing.
Quincy is the creator of Ratings Game Music. He loves writing about music, taking long walks on beaches, and spaghetti that fights him back.
