Preceded by the lead single "À l'ombre", which peaked at number-one in France, the album was released on 3 December 2012.

It was certified 3× Platinum within its first month of release in France, and was supported by the sold-out Timeless tour the following year.

[3] Despite its strong sales, the album received mixed reviews from the press.

On one hand, many critics welcomed the return of Laurent Boutonnat in the songwriting process;[citation needed] on the other hand, others, for example the magazine 7 sur 7, found the arrangements very dated.

All lyrics are written by Mylène Farmer except for "Nuit d'Hiver", whose lyrics are adapted from the 1985 song "Chloé" written by Laurent Boutonnat; all music is composed by Laurent Boutonnat * Sales figures based on certification alone.