"Auprès de ma Blonde" was a classic song sung in the French language. Originating in the 17th century, it was popular as both military cadence and a drinking song.
In 2367, Jean-Luc Picard and his brother Robert sang the song together after fighting in the mud in the family vineyard. (TNG: "Family")
Later that year, an injured and delirious Picard sang the song to himself while slipping in and out of consciousness. (TNG: "Final Mission")
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"Blonde" is French slang, an affectionate term for a pretty wife, girlfriend or sweetheart (regardless of hair colour). In France it is somewhat dated but in Quebec it is the normal word for "girlfriend, female unmarried romantic partner."