10 Things Stromae Can't Live Without | GQ

There are a few things Stromae can't live without. From a Cartier ring from his wife and a jump rope to his sustainable, pastel Puma sneakers and a Mosaert sweatshirt, these are Stromae's ten essentials.
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[@itspunishmenttime6325]

Find a partner that talks about you like Stromae talks about his wife.

[@emiliesk6202]

My one ❤️🥰

[@puurrrr]

I'm actually surprised he has a wife

[@karimahmadmahmoud452]

@@puurrrr why?

[@Moicesy]

I was about to say that male performers don’t like yo talk about their wives unless their wives are famous too, this is genuine love I can’t count how many times he mentioned his wife lol

[@ruudgreat9810]

@@Moicesy John Lennon...

[@chikabolong]

you can tell that he really loves his wife the way he always talk about her in every interview

[@chikabolong]

@@gqs9609 wth are you doin

[@Unknown16537]

@@chikabolong the bots will always be around

[@majdavojnikovic]

Yes, it looks like they are good friends

[@jaughnekow]

Yes. She appreciates him, so he appreciates her more. That's amazing

[@jaughnekow]

@@majdavojnikovic hope we all get a friend like that.

[@Itstartedinapril]

Stromae is a literal legend and to see how sweet and humble this man is truly is amazing. He is seems so calm and kind, the way he talks to people off camera, sustainability, his wife, it's so refreshing and can we comment on how this man does not age?!

[@dropoutmajor]

honestly...his baby face is just gleaming more by the years

[@dianavonriva2596]

I met him IRL in 2014 and he was just as sweet and humble as in the interview. A few months later I went to his concert and he recognized me. His reaction was „I met you on my vacation right?“ … He’s a legend

[@mnewell]

He is amazingly humble, it is so touching. What a beautiful human.

[@chikabolong]

@@dianavonriva2596 how did he see you in the concert? isn't it crowded place?

[@gabrielefasano4541]

Well, he does have lotion

[@joaquinnarvaez1989]

It's kind of cute to realize that most of Stromae essentials resume on his wife

[@norahaas242]

I mean his wife and his brother helped him through the whole Malaria drug thing so I think they’re very very close

[@joaquinnarvaez1989]

@@norahaas242 I had no idea. It makes a lot of sense. Thank you.

[@KENPACHI_13]

People will not know how big this man is legend

[@Contrastings]

Tall?

[@bryanmcb19]

Sadly

[@swaythekid]

Ong

[@pitt2495]

Facts

[@whoareyou3781]

Indeed

[@twentysevenand]

If a partner doesn't constantly talk about me like this unprompted and talk about the gifts I give him so lovingly, I don't want him.

[@Marie0575]

Me too!🤣

[@LOL13262]

You get what you deserve, easy as that

[@terrehonbowden3472]

speak on it!

[@S.apphire]

Right!

[@andriafehizoro686]

LMAO XDDDD

[@medyamnv2236]

I'm amazed at how fluent he has gotten in English. I remember watching his interviews like 10 years ago and he wasn't always able to express what he meant in English and had to go back to French to get the message across. He is so confident and natural in his speaking now, it's incredible to see!

[@floatingsara]

Practice

[@lissa4750]

Same!!! It’s also great that I’ve gotten so much better at French during this time - thanks to his songs too 💗

[@amalkumar256]

@@lissa4750 comment ca va?

[@mwanikimwaniki6801]

@@amalkumar256 Ca va bien

[@mwanikimwaniki6801]

Ikr

[@Norciusz]

I cannot live without him. He is a true gem. Not just a singer, but an artist.

[@daemondost7168]

lmao if you put your existence into the hands of a mumble rapper then theres no hope.

[@venmendez6653]

right but he's not a mumble rapper

[@zackari6063]

@@daemondost7168 this man and the words "mumble rapper" are 2 completely different things. I recommend you to listen him if you do not. He is a proof that talent people don't have to do music in English to make it sound really great

[@gqs9609]

Thanks~~for watching!!! ᴡʜᴀᴛꜱᴀᴘ➕➊➋➎➌➎⓿⓿➏➋⓿➊🔥✅

[@treasure7278]

I love Stromae but I'm sure we can all live without him. He's not water or air. Lol

[@myoussefb3854]

the real essential here is his wife giving him all these items haha

[@TsakaniK]

The way he speaks about his wife is beautiful.

[@antoxq6911]

He really loves her 🥰.

[@dragnfli08]

His English is insanely good! Welcome back, Stromae - missed you terribly on the music scene. Congrats on a FANTASTIC new album!

[@gqs9609]

Thanks~~for watching!!! ᴡʜᴀᴛꜱᴀᴘ➕➊➋➎➌➎⓿⓿➏➋⓿➊🔥

[@medyamnv2236]

Yes!! It's improved so much. I remember watching his interviews like 10 years ago and he wasn't always able to express what he meant in English and had to go back to French to get the message across. He is so confident and natural in his speaking now, it's incredible to see!

[@JerryPlays829]

Didnt expect a goat to come to a regular interview like that respectfully

[@whoareyou3781]

Same

[@thomaskoesterhh]

fantastic human beeing.

[@luisacools5096]

Same! Couldn't believe it when I saw the thumbnail 😲

[@babygurlll968]

🤣

[@117812410]

he's such a wife guy and overall a humble man, and a creative genius.

[@vespertil10]

In my old french lessons as a kid the teacher would have us listen to stromae songs at the end of every lesson

[@gqs9609]

Thanks~~for watching!!! ᴡʜᴀᴛꜱᴀᴘ➕➊➋➎➌➎⓿⓿➏➋⓿➊🔥🔥

[@lenzo4412]

Yessss, my friend played us Formidable by stromae in French class and I've listened to him ever since. This was 7 years ago.

[@idk-ib9yj]

such a good idea. if my teacher did this i probably would've payed more attention in lessons

[@lakeswirl6985]

that’s how i discovered stromae! my teacher would link some of his popular and more digestible songs to words we were learning. papaoutai when we learned où, formidable when we learned était

[@debbytalash3029]

Yeah same to me too. My French teacher did that too🙃

[@rachelmay674]

stromae put his whole stromussy in his new album and now i’m obsessed with everything he does

[@mxxxw4529]

ayo??

[@dumbmusorowan]

NOT THE STROMUSSY

[@whoareyou3781]

I'm a huge fan of stormae but ngl you only acting sus

[@piccolaradge8333]

Same here!

[@juliarosie8052]

This whole video is so pure and wholesome and then there’s your comment. Made my day though. 🤣🤣

[@kmms4720]

How wholesome hearing/seeing stromae learn the word ashy

[@Steph_here]

😭😭😭 honestly yes

[@Knoxus99]

So much this! Shout out to the brotha that let him know 😁 #blackjeopardy

[@babygurlll968]

I laughed when he said gray,,🤣love him

[@KuroHebi]

Never thought I'd find Stromae doing an interview, much less for GQ. He looks healthy and happy!

[@lunalea1250]

Happy he is back and he took the time to heal himself.😊

[@jesufrito9617]

Stromae looking like Milly Bobbie Brown with a tan. 😂 Love this guy hahaha

[@MRAAng-on2jg]

Lmfao you’re terrible! I can’t unsee it now😩 they are beautiful people

[@nesrineg6496]

So much True

[@antjobert]

That is it!!! I knew he looked like somebody else, but I couldn't place it.

[@Wild20099]

I was going to post the same thing until I saw your comment, Agree he is the black twin of Millie.

[@VKat]

This cracked me up 🤣🤣

[@Elariana_Tawarwaith]

I love that he casually shows how much masculinity has evolved. Long hair, moisturizer, accessories - easily wearable and totally fine for men to use. Thanks Stromae! Glad you're back 🤍

[@Elariana_Tawarwaith]

@@nahadoth2087 I think they look great on him. And anyone should wear what they like ☺

[@floatingsara]

I bet it's going to change again with the war

[@toomessy]

To be honest, Stromae has ALWAYS been like this. I mean, he has an entire song and video dedicated to just him dressing up both as a woman and a man.

[@nienkehuijbens301]

@@toomessy Exactly, he's a pioneer of sorts. I do hope his brand of masculinity becomes more normalized though.

[@mskasweetwyne]

Those things have been comfortable fits for men of color around the world this whole time. Wypipo just catching up.

[@PScoutmanJ]

Stromae puts his family, especially his wife on a pedestal, all the more reason to love him

[@nubianfx]

I hope he reads the comments and knows that we think hes a GENIUS ..one of the best artists out right now...

[@theplaylister]

I always appreciate when musicians do these interviews because of the insights on their songwriting and production process.

[@isufkovaci]

Hello I'm the belgian person in the comments reminding everyone that Stromae is Belgian and not French lmao

[@PHlophe]

Isufu he's a nation treasure.

[@AhmedBristolskiy]

Half Rwandan though. Please do not forget that too 🙏

[@MarcusManzi]

@@AhmedBristolskiy He is belgian as nationality you’re talking about his roots that’s a big difference

[@AhmedBristolskiy]

@@MarcusManzi yes, but do not put shadow on his heritage please.

[@Gleyn7ight]

Hahaha je suis mort!

[@angelicaborghi1427]

His wife sure loves him. He seems so fun and genuine, I don’t wonder why!!! He’s all of this and also a musical genius

[@madeleinetwocock4293]

OH HECK YES STROMAE a truly legendary dude, and *painfully underrated* in most of the english monolingual world

[@tieganlambert9972]

Mostly because his music is in French. *crunches croissant*

[@venusxaino]

@@tieganlambert9972 But look at it this way: in non-english speaking countries the English songs are the most popular and very normal to hear on every radio station. Why don't you guys often listen to songs in other languages?

[@whoareyou3781]

Stormae is the definition of an artist

[@gqs9609]

Thanks~~for watching!!! ᴡʜᴀᴛꜱᴀᴘ➕➊➋➎➌➎⓿⓿➏➋⓿➊🔥🔥

[@jp_jas]

I think you can really feel the difference between people who want to get famous just for being famous and real artists like Stromae. He's always so passionate about things he does.

[@e.vanl.]

His energy is just as beautiful as his songs. I'm thankful to have an artist like him to listen to everyday, during this day and age

[@elena.3372]

I love how honest he is about his close relationship with his wife. It‘s a beautiful thing to be in a relationship like that so brag about it!

[@jenne_afiya]

Excellent interview! Stromae has such great energy! And that part about “ashy” had moi ROLLLLLING 😭

[@siduarah3911]

Didn't expect his English to be this neat

[@WhyIsThisNecessary]

I thought I'd be reading subtitles but he's very fluent imo

[@winters8641]

Almost everyone in north/Western Europe is bilingual. Especially int this age-group.

[@gabooper]

he improved his english a lot in recent years!!!

[@piccolaradge8333]

He really improved as well compared to earlier interviews

[@gqs9609]

Thanks~~for watching!!! ᴡʜᴀᴛꜱᴀᴘ➕➊➋➎➌➎⓿⓿➏➋⓿➊🔥✅

[@asqwert2121]

I like that he included jumprope in his essentials. It's super healthy and low impact

[@gqs9609]

Thanks~~for watching!!! ᴡʜᴀᴛꜱᴀᴘ➕➊➋➎➌➎⓿⓿➏➋⓿➊🔥🔥

[@SWatchik]

ANy idea what brand they are? They look nice

[@michaeltracy9932]

He's got a ton of material possessions but you can tell he really cares about who gave it to him and who he's going to give it to more.

[@mustafakamere4464]

Stromae has made me fall in love with the french language.I have committed to learn it everyday so as to sing along stromae's gems.

[@elodie_k221b]

Bonne chance !

[@KenyanOtaku]

After watching his Tiny Desk, I lowkey want to learn French as well 😅

[@unicee514]

Saw him at Coachella and he became my favorite artist now

[@gqs9609]

Thanks~~for watching!!! ᴡʜᴀᴛꜱᴀᴘ➕➊➋➎➌➎⓿⓿➏➋⓿➊🔥🔥🔥

[@estellec9275]

Really ? I’m so happy because I’m French

[@BehindTheBeauty100]

Same!!!

[@lacasavloga3997]

Same

[@ecargxmik]

One of my favorite performers at Coachella. Dancing was so fun

[@Alizavr]

straight up obsessed with Stromae and his music, it’s been 2 months since the album’s come out and there hasn’t been a single day where I haven’t listened to it. easily the best thing I’ve ever heard💘 also you can tell he’s a good man just by hearing him talk about his wife and son and the way he talks to others, incredible person!!

[@Annoo18]

Stromae is dethroning Ned with the number of times he said "my wife" hahah Le succès de Stromae qui chante en français aux US m'impressionnera toujours n'empêche !

[@zyassiri]

I just commented the same thing, we found the new "my wife" champion 😂

[@nadiraadiswari3077]

that's what I thought too!

[@jessielynn3655]

Wow reading this comment in today's context brings a whole other meaning

[@Annoo18]

@@jessielynn3655 a lot of my most upvoted comments on youtube is related to that so that's kinda sad haha

[@esperar6621]

Don't mention that cursed name.

[@imhornyforchicken]

"On my 35th birthday."... Plss tf he looks 20😭😭😭 I know black people age well but he's a vampireeee!!!!

[@JAIKUMARBHATIA]

Mans aging backwards😂

[@imhornyforchicken]

@@JAIKUMARBHATIA legittt🤣

[@whoareyou3781]

He isn't even black he's light brown

[@imhornyforchicken]

@@whoareyou3781 Black people come in different shades. I'm the same colour as him, some are darker like Lupita and some are really light like Zendeya. Btw, he is Rwandan-Belgian, maybe do your research before you come for me.

[@piccolaradge8333]

@Who Are you lol he IS black (race wise) he has his roots in Rwanda Africa

[@karinac4245]

Oh my, so this man is not only crazy talented, but also cares about sustainability and ethical consumption. Icon

[@zhisu2665]

I love how he mentions his wife more than anything else. my heart.

[@gnlakd.4362]

He is so down to earth ! Love him

[@soufian2733]

One of the best artists of our generation

[@Quintahboyah]

Oute papa oute 😢

[@swaythekid]

@@Quintahboyah yea

[@gqs9609]

Thanks~~for watching!!! ᴡʜᴀᴛꜱᴀᴘ➕➊➋➎➌➎⓿⓿➏➋⓿➊🔥✅

[@Leprojetbleu]

We're sooo HAPPY he's back

[@gqs9609]

Thanks~~for watching!!! ᴡʜᴀᴛꜱᴀᴘ➕➊➋➎➌➎⓿⓿➏➋⓿➊🔥✅

[@jas_bataille]

The Reverso design is a stroke of genius. I'm not one to go after expensive items, but the fact you can hide the time when you don't want to be looking at your watch, while wearing it on your wrist still is absolutely f*** brilliant. They could've made a waterproof watch for waterpolo but they made so much more...!

[@julial.r.5383]

I love that he puts so much time into the production of each song. It’s like the precious pregnancy of an idea/message (expressed with amazing music).

[@julial.r.5383]

And his wife/partner is also a fantastic artist! :D So good that they support and respect each other.

[@SatanSupimpa]

Mosaert is an anagram for Stromae, as Stromae is an anagram for Maestro.

[@b2c339]

To be more precise "Stromae" is the Verlan, French slang consisting in swapping the syllables of a word, of "Maestro" (Mae-Stro -> Stro-Mae)

[@marfan2007]

So, Mosaert is a double verlan? 🤔

[@depassage5202]

@@marfan2007 No, Mosaert is just an anagram of Stromae and Maestro. Stromae is an anagram and the verlan of Maestro.

[@marfan2007]

@@depassage5202 , thanks for the clarification...

[@warrrejsgnily5344]

The part about the notebook (not laptop) is so true. Even as a student, i always preferred writing down than typing. It helped a lot during the memorizing process. Typing will never be the same as writing down on sheets. Of course it is not sustainable hahaha

[@marfan2007]

Back in the day, I owned a Palm Zire, and even then, with the limitations of a PDA, writing down on the small dedicated area for handwriting instead of typing really improved my memory... I'd love to see this kind of technology back...

[@burningrabbit7278]

This man is incredible. Such a gifted musician and performer and a very genuine man. Even something as simple as him thanking one of the operators when he didn't know the exact word in English. A treasure!

[@lolollolol5654]

such a cool guy - forgot him since alors on danse, also looks like 20 and not 35

[@gqs9609]

Thanks~~for watching!!! ᴡʜᴀᴛꜱᴀᴘ➕➊➋➎➌➎⓿⓿➏➋⓿➊🔥✅

[@tieganlambert9972]

C’est formidable! Glad we finally have Stromae on this channel!

[@aliasmjm]

I love Stromae. One of the most creative and important artists of our time. What a guy.

[@NaturalBohemia]

I’m still in disbelief I get to finally see him in LA this October. A dream come true.

[@sunnni_]

Love his artistry, as an aspiring artist myself, his music truly moves me and I love the way he talks about his way, He loves her so much. Don't really see many male artists talk about their significant other like this in interviews.

[@Kurawest]

Lmao, hearing him use ashy in an AAV sense is unexpected and delightful. “Oh you say?” “Ashy”

[@sophie2000ish]

i love how every item circles back to his wife. a man after my own heart

[@MrDeNegro]

Trying to find it as well. No luck :(

[@suelyguiobroncano1619]

Strromae so spontanous... very genie genuine... Love his style... love how humble he is when he was corrected about his english...

[@Moondustsmellsfunny]

WORDS CANT EXPRESS HOW HAPPY I AM SEEING HIM BACK😭😭😭😭

[@serenakengne5835]

Stromae at the MET GALA??? WOOOOOW

[@gqs9609]

Thanks~~for watching!!! ᴡʜᴀᴛꜱᴀᴘ➕➊➋➎➌➎⓿⓿➏➋⓿➊🔥🔥

[@f1l1ppova]

and he's going to absolutely kill it, I just know 💅🏻

[@SylentStar0009]

Listen I have never heard a man speak about his wife sooooo much & so lovingly God bless them & may they have many more happy years. New to him but loving everything such a genuine person.

[@apal4u]

I’ve been waiting to see him live since I missed his last tour years ago. So excited to see him on this tour!!! Such a creative genius 💓💓💓

[@CarlaSantos-le5tv]

He's more than a singer he's a creator and innovator. Pure artist

[@mrhumorlicious1818]

I am so glad GQ finally did a segment on him, he's awesome! beaucoup d'amour 💪🏼❤️

[@gqs9609]

Thanks~~for watching!!! ᴡʜᴀᴛꜱᴀᴘ➕➊➋➎➌➎⓿⓿➏➋⓿➊🔥🔥

[@selfishgirlsgofirst]

Not Only he's a great artist(songwriter,dancer,singer...) he seems like a genuine person who loves his wife and family. Love you Stromae,hope to see you one day in concert 😘❤❤💕.

[@rachelfong973]

ugh, humble maestro with undeniable talent. his return has been glorious

[@gqs9609]

Thanks~~for watching!!! ᴡʜᴀᴛꜱᴀᴘ➕➊➋➎➌➎⓿⓿➏➋⓿➊🔥🔥

[@grahamfil777]

Stromae is a living legend in producing, can't compare any artist to him

[@gqs9609]

Thanks~~for watching!!! ᴡʜᴀᴛꜱᴀᴘ➕➊➋➎➌➎⓿⓿➏➋⓿➊🔥🔥

[@peterwoodward3085]

…kanye, Pharrell.

[@syaifulbahary5589]

umm there is a lot actually...

[@annolapedersdotter761]

Agree

[@alainadacosta1222]

His voice is very satisfying, I hadn't heard his speaking voice before. I love his genuine and calm energy 💕. Also, his skin is beautiful

[@djmc8220]

I just saw him at coachella, and wow amazing show

[@ynelypelez5979]

Love his personality,is calm and sweet to speak.Looking forward to seeing you at the Met Gala

[@alvarezgamers]

Been a fan of his since 2009. Glad he is back and capturing the American market. His English has gotten insanely good. Now I need to learn French so I can understand the words to his awesome music.

[@LaMidgod_Aldridge]

Hands down my favorite musical artist now and forever! I pick his music over anything and I don't even understand the words. America loves STROMAE!

[@deadriddle5694]

This is the first time i see his interview (kind a). And he sound and look so humble and feel great to be around.

[@youaremagic]

It makes me happy to see Stromae happy. He absolutely deserves it! ✨️😊

[@KP-uf2qh]

Anyone can excel in music/arts, Stromae has really honed his craft and is one of the truest artists of his time

[@Andresyyo1]

Es el artista más infravalorado de nuestra generación. Ese ultimo album que sacó es toda una obra maestra.

[@tsukumohime]

Legend !! It's sad that more people doesn't know his music ! Stromae is a genius.

[@elizabethciaravella6636]

Can’t wait to see Stromae in Toronto in November! I teach my students his songs and they’re just as obsessed as I am!

[@antjobert]

We bought tickets to that show, too. :)

[@elizabethciaravella6636]

@@antjobert I did the pre-sale 😊

[@kittythecat5882]

He's so proud talking about his wife it's so cute 🥰

[@maxdondada]

Take a shot every time he mentions his wife

[@gqs9609]

Thanks~~for watching!!! ᴡʜᴀᴛꜱᴀᴘ➕➊➋➎➌➎⓿⓿➏➋⓿➊🔥

[@laviniadaacordeon1016]

Meu Deus, ele parece tão jovem! Pele perfeita, rosto perfeito, perfeição. Quando descobri que ele tem quase 40 anos, eu surtei🥴

[@missladyanonymity]

Half of him doesn't crack!

[@snet3483]

Ca change rien au faite qu on est vite plus rien ...

[@penina8438]

Stromae seems like such a sweet person, these are such good, thoughtful, creative choices for items!

[@felbao]

Nothing satisfying than to know your gifts are being used and loved😍😍😘😘 your wife aww sweet and lovely. Always been a fan of you Stromae.

[@bettorsubs3036]

Su rostro en la imagen de la portada LOL. Siempre tan carismático. Amé este nuevo regreso, las promociones son geniales. Gracias GQ :)

[@QHuda_A]

Aah, the legend himself, love his music, aesthetic and overall presence.

[@ivornoiv]

Love this artist and everything he talks about, music he does, proyects he is onvolved in.

[@user-mb5if1pq3e]

I love the way he always mentions his wife every time, that's so sweet. God, can we all have a sweet and grateful husbands like that.

[@TheSweeterSpots]

Ayyy happy he’s back on the scene 👌💯. Alors on danse 🕺🏻🪩

[@tieganlambert9972]

Mais il manque oncore son papa :’(

[@easavage10]

TikTok showed me this man and now I can’t look away

[@Pr1ncessYasmin]

love him (: it’s so adorable how he talks about his lovely wife

[@ofsaythazal]

He is an artist. We are so lucky to live with him same era

[@Ad_Astra2023]

I love the way he talks a lot about his wife, you can tell he really loves her.

[@karen1497]

He's just so cute and I love that everything has an emotional meaning and attachment to him.

[@nirihs._]

J’adore !!! Je ne pensais pas que autant de monde à l’international l’aimais !! I love it !! I didn’t think so many people internationally would love him !! 😊💞

[@anniecharbonneau6657]

Same pareil lol

[@marfan2007]

How is it possible NOT to love him? The guy dances, sings, composes his own songs, is really sweet and humble... He is a human treasure...

[@luisamsampaio]

Saw his concert yesterday and it was without a doubt, the best show i ever saw.

[@sbtruestone]

This man is a vampire... he doesn't age

[@gqs9609]

Thanks~~for watching!!! ᴡʜᴀᴛꜱᴀᴘ➕➊➋➎➌➎⓿⓿➏➋⓿➊🔥

[@pastelpastry]

He's only 35 lol, he looks his age.

[@sbtruestone]

@@pastelpastry i mean he looks the exact same as 10 years ago

[@tilstrim2944]

the fact he cares about sustainability makes him way better

[@ayzhanazhamileva1219]

Too glad to see him in this channel. Thanks for this video. Love Stromae!

[@neleenco]

I love the way Stromae laughs he really seems happy! With his wife!

[@mikaelsiirila]

Makes me think of the American entertainers showing off their bling and stacks of money... Great to see some normality and humility in successful people.

[@crystalwebster2005]

I’ve loved this guys music for years. I’m glad he’s getting recognition outside of French speakers

[@amandacanny]

I absolutely love this man. so happy to see him featured.