''Mes couleurs'' (

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: My Colors) is the second studio album by

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R&B and pop singer

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, released on 11 May 2004, through EMC Records and M6 Interactions. Bourgoin co-wrote all fifteen tracks on the album, along with

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. Production was supervised by Georges Padey, Martial "Kool" Louis, along with DJ duo

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. Lyrically, the album is expressive and often introspective, painting a portrait of a young woman navigating the complexities of life, identity, and emotional growth. The albums' themes deal with identity, love, empowerment, and social consciousness. Upon release, the album performed commercially well. ''Mes couleurs'' debuted at number 10 on the French Albums Chart (

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). The album spent 66 weeks on the albums chart. On October 13, 2005, exactly one year and five months after its release, the album was certified double gold by the

. It remains Bourgoin's best-selling album to date, with sales over 250,000 copies in France, as of September 2010. The album featured three singles; " Sobri (notre destin)", " Et j'attends", and " Vivons pour demain", which was included in the reissue of ''Mes couleurs'' in 2005. The lead single "Sobri (notre destin)", a duet with Amine, became one of her biggest hits, reaching the Top 5 in France and Belgium, and earning a

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certification by SNEP. It was praised for its catchy blend of R&B and North African influences, appealing to a wide audience. The second single "Et j'attends" maintained her momentum, charting within the Top 30 in France and showcasing her emotional range and lyrical maturity. The third and final single, "Vivons pour demain" reached its peak position at number 23 on the

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, as well as entering the charts in

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Background and composition

In 2001, Leslie gained early recognition by participating in the 2001 French talent show '' Graines de Star'' (translated as ''Stardust'' in

). Her performance on the show was a standout, ultimately earning her the top prize in the music category, which significantly boosted her visibility in the French music scene. After this, she would be signed to EMC Records and release her debut studio album, " ''Je suis et je resterai''" (2002). The album would spend 37 weeks on the charts, and received a gold certification for surpassing sales of 130,000 copies in France. After her debut album had established her as a known R&B artist, she decided to make her second one slightly different, but still using a classic R&B sound her debut studio album had. Production was managed by DJ duo

, while writing was managed by Leslie herself and Amine. Recording sessions took place at Studio EMC Records.

Commercial performance

The album debuted at number 10 on the French Albums Chart and demonstrated remarkable longevity by remaining on the chart for 66 weeks, reflecting its enduring popularity among listeners. By October 2005, ''Mes couleurs'' had achieved double gold certification from the

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(SNEP), signifying over 200,000 copies sold in France. This commercial success was bolstered by the album's hit singles, including "Sobri (notre destin)," which resonated with a broad audience and contributed to the album's widespread acclaim. The fusion of contemporary R&B rhythms with introspective lyrics in ''Mes couleurs'' not only solidified Leslie's presence in the music industry but also underscored her ability to connect with a diverse fan base. The album's performance is a testament to Leslie's artistry and the compelling nature of her musical expression during this period.

Track listing

Personnel

* Artwork �
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* Engineer ix Assistant– Medimed* * Mastered By – Jean-Pierre* * Mixed By �
Chris Chavenon
* Other hildren's Drawings– Aminata & Marianne * Other

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– Magali Fockeu * Other ake Up– Florent Pellet * Photography By – Thierry Aglossi, Yannick Leconte

Background and composition

Commercial performance

Track listing

Personnel

Charts and certifications

Weekly charts

Certifications

References