by John Elkhoury | Oct 25, 2012 | Uncategorized
Les Bâtisseurs de FranceReviewed/Translated by John ElkhouryLike all my music reviews, I start with a French to English translation then critique the lyrics and style.COMPREHENSION DIFFICULTY: MEDIUM Y’a du reggae dans mon bluesThere is some raggae in my bluesDe... 
by John Elkhoury | Oct 11, 2012 | Learning French
Le verlan (pronounced ver-lan) is a form of French argot (slang). Verlan first became used in the poor communities around Paris following the 2nd World War. Since then, it’s popularity rose due to its presence in the music and film culture. Nowadays French youth... 
