is the breakout single by French artist Johan Papaconstantino , originally released in 2017 and later featured on his 2019 EP, Contre-jour . The track is a definitive example of his signature style—a seamless blend of modern electronic production and traditional Greek folk , specifically inspired by the rebetiko and laïkó genres. Origins and Inspiration
: Johan produces his work from "A to Z," acting as his own sound engineer and often creating the artwork associated with his releases. pourquoi_tu_cries_johan_papaconstantino
The song was born from a period of personal heartbreak. Papaconstantino, who is a self-taught multidisciplinary artist (both a musician and a painter), used the track to bridge his diverse cultural roots: is the breakout single by French artist Johan
: His father’s Greek influence is present through the central use of the bouzouki , an instrument Johan plays with an energy often compared to an electric guitar. The song was born from a period of personal heartbreak
Lyrically, the song explores the confusion and pain of a deteriorating relationship.
: The title translates to "Why are you crying?" or "Why are you shouting?", capturing a moment of emotional friction.