Vilain Cœur unveils new music video on International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
The pop duo Vilain Cœur has revealed their new music video “Madame Caprice” on the occasion of the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia.
Following their notable first single in collaboration with JoeyStarr, “Where I Come From”, the duo Vilain Cœur returns to the spotlight with “Madame Caprice”, a new song that is both unique and universal. Unveiled on Sunday, May 17, the accompanying music video was symbolically released for the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia, delivering a powerful message about identity and self-acceptance. The project is a reflection on appearances and the complexity of being, portrayed through meticulous aesthetics and a compelling narrative.
A disenchanting tale about identity
“Mirror, mirror, tell me who is the truest of all…”. With this question, the duo introduces the theme of “Madame Caprice”. The song explores the ongoing contrast between the ideal we seek to achieve and the vulnerability we hide. Vilain Cœur questions the constant need for recognition that characterizes contemporary society, an inner void that neither overconsumption nor pretenses can fill.
The music video portrays this internal conflict through the merciless duel a woman faces with her own reflection. The visual opposition is marked by a play of colors, between bright pink and deep blue, symbolizing the two sides of a single truth. To embody this “disenchanting tale”, the duo enlisted a transgender actress, described as “both funny and touching”, whose performance pays vibrant homage to the profound quest for self. The music video for “Madame Caprice” can be viewed on their YouTube channel (link).
Vilain Cœur, the chemistry of opposites
Vilain Cœur is a project born out of the meeting of Cris and Sofi, two former members of the band Glasgow. The duo thrives on a creative alchemy where roles are clearly defined yet completely complementary. Sofi handles composition and arrangements, while Cris writes the lyrics and lends their voice to the melodies. The group describes this dynamic as that of “two ventricles to make a single Vilain Cœur beat”, a metaphor for their assumed parity and artistic complicity, both in the studio and on stage. This fusion is the main strength of this unique duo, attracting a growing audience with each release.
Pop melodies exploring human fragilities
The music of Vilain Cœur is characterized by complex pop melodies serving a sensitive and embodied writing. The lyrics playfully delve into the human fragilities, transforming intimate stories into reflections with universal appeal. Their recent EP, titled “The Cemetery of Cats”, is a perfect example of this. It brings together five songs that poetically address fundamental themes such as mental health, ecology, uprooting, and the grieving process. JoeyStarr’s participation on the track “Where I Come From” added an extra intensity to this album oscillating between melancholy and the quest for optimism.
To stay up to date with Vilain Cœur, the public can follow their Facebook (link) and Instagram (link) pages. Their music is available on all digital platforms (link).
via Press Agency.
