I’m right there with you—Gojira’s performance at the Paris Olympics opening ceremony was absolutely electrifying! The French metal band, known for their intense live shows, really made a mark by delivering a powerful rendition of “Ah! Ça Ira” with opera singer Marina Viotti.
The performance quickly took over heavy metal social media, with fans everywhere sharing clips, reactions, and memes. It’s pretty remarkable to see such a unified response from the metal community—something that’s rare when it comes to agreeing on anything!
In a recent chat with *The New York Times*, Gojira frontman Joe Duplantier explained that the song was chosen for its connection to the French Revolution, which tied in with the visual themes of the performance, including the depictions of Marie Antoinette.
