Cézange: My music is saying what I keep silent in life

New rising voice of the French music scene, Cézange is carving out a path between pop and urban influences. With his first introspective EP, “Enchanté,” he opens up without filters and lays the foundations of his universe. Having performed at the Olympia, as the opening act for Marine, winner of the Star Academy in 2025, and currently on tour with Zaho, he is accumulating significant experiences. Balancing sincerity, social media generation, and artistic ambition, he is constructing a strong identity.

Affiches Parisiennes: You have just released your EP “Enchanté.” Where does your name, Cézange, come from?

Cézange: It took me a while to find it. Previously, I had a different name, but it no longer suited me. I wanted something in line with my new artistic direction, more French pop and variety, while still keeping an urban touch. The word “orange” has always resonated with me, and I added “ange” with a C and Z to create a universe. It seemed coherent and inspiring to me.

Affiches Parisiennes: How would you describe the universe of this EP?

It’s a very introspective project. I talk a lot about myself because I wanted to sincerely introduce myself to the public. For me, music is a way to create a real connection with listeners by sharing what I have experienced and felt.

Affiches Parisiennes: What are your inspirations?

They are very diverse. I read a lot when I was younger, so literature inspires me. Musically, my parents exposed me to everything: variety, pop… then I discovered rap in middle school. Today, I try to blend all these influences to create my own universe.

Affiches Parisiennes: You speak a lot about sincerity. How does that translate in your songwriting?

The most sincere pieces are often the ones that write themselves the fastest. When I know what I want to say, it comes out naturally. Music also allows me to address topics that I wouldn’t dare discuss in everyday life.

Affiches Parisiennes: Is there a track on the EP that particularly illustrates this?

“Beginning of July.” It’s a very personal piece based on a specific event. It’s not the kind of thing one easily talks about, but music allows me to do so. And I have received a lot of feedback from people who identified with it.

Affiches Parisiennes: You have performed at venues like Olympia and toured with Zaho. What impact has this had on you?

It’s a huge opportunity. Zaho gives me a lot of advice from her experience. And on stage, I experience incredible things. Playing in venues like Olympia or La Cigale is huge for a young artist.

Affiches Parisiennes: How would you define your connection with your generation?

I think the emotions I address are universal. Everyone can relate, regardless of age. Musicality also plays a big role: you can be touched by a song even if you haven’t experienced the exact same thing.

Affiches Parisiennes: If you were to write a song about your generation?

I would talk about social media and new technologies. We are a generation that has experienced before, during, and after. It’s a real subject that creates differences between generations.

Affiches Parisiennes: How did you build this EP?

We didn’t plan it as an EP from the start. We had several tracks, and by listening to them, we found a common thread. I wanted something introspective, like an artistic identity card.

Affiches Parisiennes: What can we expect from you in 2026?

Continuing the tour, releasing new content like live sessions, revisiting the tracks from the EP, and offering new, perhaps more cheerful, titles with the arrival of the sunny days.

Affiches Parisiennes: How would you like to revisit your tracks?

I am open to anything. I would like to incorporate more instruments like the guitar, create more organic versions, guitar-voice for example. And above all, surround myself with musicians, especially friends.