Threatening yet catchy, the song warns the man that his "bubble's gonna burst" and that the women he’s mistreated will eventually "cut [him] up in two". French: "Laisse Tomber les Filles"
is an iconic 1995 track by American singer April March . It is a bilingual release featuring both English and French versions of the same melody, though the lyrics in each language carry distinct themes and cultural nuances. The Two Versions English: "Chick Habit" april_march_chick_habit_english_and_french_version
The song gained massive popularity after being featured in the closing credits of Quentin Tarantino's film Death Proof (2007) and the movie But I'm a Cheerleader (1999). Threatening yet catchy, the song warns the man
A warning to a serial womanizer. The lyrics use dark, stylized slang—such as "jonesing for a spill"—to describe an addiction to toxic relationships. The Two Versions English: "Chick Habit" The song
This is a cover of a 1964 song written by Serge Gainsbourg and originally performed by France Gall.
It is often categorized as Indie/Garage Rock with heavy influences from the 1960s Yé-yé movement in France. Lyrics Comparison Summary English Version French Version Title "Chick Habit" "Laisse Tomber les Filles" Central Metaphor Relationship addiction as a "habit" or drug fix. The cyclic nature of heartbreak and "falling" for someone. Vibe Aggressive, campy, and empowering. Classic 60s French Pop (Yé-yé). Key Imagery Hearses, glue, and ringing ears. The inevitable day the "hunter" becomes the "prey."
The title translates to "Leave the Girls Alone." Like the English version, it warns a heartbreaker that his actions will lead to his own eventual heartbreak and isolation. Cultural Impact & Media