: Stromae specifically raises his glass to "the conquerors of the worst work hours," including nurses, pilots, truck drivers, and young parents.

The music video for by Stromae is a tribute to "working-class heroes"—the people who work hard while others celebrate. Co-directed by Jaroslav Moravec and Stromae’s brother, Luc Van Haver, the video tells a story of everyday workers breaking away from their grueling routines to find moments of joy. A Celebration of the Overlooked

The video features diverse workers across different locations—fishermen in Kyiv, call center operators in Africa, and restaurant staff in the Middle East. These individuals, often invisible to society, are shown in their demanding environments, performing repetitive tasks like scrubbing floors, gutting fish, and managing angry customers.

The title "Santé" is a play on words: it literally means "health" in French, but it is also the standard toast used when saying "cheers".

: The lyrics and video serve as a call for respect for those who "keep the drinks of others topped up" while they themselves aren't holding the drink.

Santé — Stromae French Lyrics, English Translation & Meaning