It was a great success, particularly in Belgium, where it topped the chart, but its sales were less spectacular than that of his previous single, "Double Je".

The title "Jacques a dit" refers to a children's game called Simon says in the English-speaking world.

[1] While the musical arrangements were made by Jean-Pierre Pilot and Olivier Schultheis, the text was written by Zazie, who also covered the song on her 2007 tour.

[2] It was also included on the singer's live album, Inventaire, tout en acoustique, as third track.

[3] In France, the single debuted at a peak of number four, on 13 October 2007, and reached this position for three non-consecutive weeks.