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Best of French Songs (100 Classic French Songs) A new music service with official albums, singles, videos, remixes, live performances and more for Android, iOS and desktop.
- French Pop Classics from Before The 80s
- The 1980s to 2000
- French Hits of The New Millennium
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La Vie en Rose
Edith Piaf, 1947 Is any singer more emblematic of France than Édith Piaf? “The Little Sparrow,” with a colossal voice, gifted the world some unforgettable songs still winning fans today. La Vie en Rose(wiki page) might be the oldest song we’ve analyzed. But like an exquisite Bordeaux, this global hit never loses its appeal. According to Spotify, it is Édith Piaf’s most in-demand track. Released as France and the world recovered from war, “Life in Pink” captured global hearts upon release. Cov...
Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien
Edith Piaf, 1960 We’ve previously waxed nostalgic about 12 of the best Édith Piaf songs. So, we couldn’t include just one of her hits on a list of French songs you’ll love. Matching La Vie en Rose for pathos and passion — and Spotify listens — is the enigmatic Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien(wiki page). Released in at the height of her career, poignant lyrics recall a kaleidoscopic life with few parallels. A crescendo of pride and heartache is defined by one heartfelt sentiment, “No, I regret nothin...
Ne Me Quitte Pas
Jacques Brel, 1959 Jacques Brel’s version of Ne Me Quitte Pas(“Don’t leave me”) recalls the fractious end to his relationship with French TV star and singer Suzanne Gabriello, better known as Zizou. Poetic and gentle, it is widely seen as a breakup song mourning lost love. Brel said it is actually about regretting trying to keep the relationship alive. Covered by stars like Johnny Hallyday and Edith Piaf, it is the quintessential French ballad from an icon in France and Brel’s home country, B...
Ella, elle l’a
France Gall, 1987 France Gall(born Isabelle Geneviève Marie Anne Gall) changed her name to honor her home country, gained international fame by winning Eurovision for, er, Luxembourg, and has been a mainstay of French pop music since the 60s. Her roll call of hits is long, starting with sunny yé-yé tunes and songs penned by Serge Gainsbourg. Later, she worked with Michel Berger, who wrote Ella, elle l’a(“She has it”). Lyrics and the wordplay in the title pay tribute to Ella Fitzgerald and her...
Je Te Promets
Johnny Hallyday, 1987 You can’t understate the impact of Johnny Hallydayon French music. The mischievous rock and roller who venerated American music attained demigod status in France. He is responsible for numerous French hits barely known outside his homeland. Je Te Promets (“I promise you”) is one of his more thoughtful and melodic numbers. Jean-Jacques Goldmancomposed the song that rolls through a series of commitments to his loved one. No Johnny concert was complete with this timeless sh...
Pour que tu m’aimes encore
Celine Dion, 1995 Before mega-stardom, Celine Dionbuilt a career singing in her native Quebecois French. Which helped her win her earliest fans in France and neighboring countries (even winning Eurovision for Switzerland in 1988). “So that you’ll love me again” — Pour que tu m’aimes encore— was written by French hit machine Jean-Jacques Goldman and became Dion’s best-selling French song. The powerful love song spent 12 weeks at number one in France and popped up on music charts globally. This...
Je veux
Zaz, 2010 Je veux (“I want”) is a top-tapper that rails against consumerism. All Zaz really wants is “love, joy, and happiness” (Je veux d’l’amour, d’la joie, de la bonne humeur). Opening with references to luxury brands and national landmarks, this is another fantastic song to translate or merely add to your party playlist. Complete lyrics translation and analysis for Je Veux
À Tout Jamais
Mylène Farmer Mylène Farmercould have easily starred in our section of French hits from 1980-2000. Born in Canada but raised in France, the impossible to pigeonhole Mylène Farmer has churned out 21 French number ones since bursting onto the scene in the 80s. It’s a record for any French artist. À tout jamais (“Forever”) is from her latest album, L’Emprise. Happily, for fans of the avant-garde songstress, she remains as unconventional as ever. It’s a song about demons entering her soul, a prob...
Bonne journée
Stromae, 2022 If you want to practice one always well-received French phrase, you might appreciateBonne journée (“Have a good day”) by Belgian rapper Stromae. The chilled beats belie lyrics dripping with sarcasm when he talks of having a good day. Packed with idioms — including the unforgettable linele caca est parfait, literally “the poop is perfect” — this is an excellent song to lift spirits and French skills to another level. Stromae is a good starting point if you want a flavor of popula...
Indila, 2019 Parle à ta tête is a fun song and video by Indila that shines a light on contemporary vocabulary, with loanwords like “burnout” and institutions like “Pole Emploi”(employment agency) among the modern references. Extolling the virtues of being yourself and not letting your fears hold you back, this track from 2018 marked her comeback af...
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In France, music reflects a diverse array of styles. In the field of classical music, France has produced several prominent romantic composers, while folk and popular music have seen the rise of the chanson and cabaret style.
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May 28, 2022 · Table of Contents. Famous French Songs before the 60s. Famous French Songs from the 60s. Famous French Songs from the 70s. Famous French Songs from the 80s. Famous French Songs from the 90s. Famous French Songs from the 2000s. Famous French Songs from the 2010s. Famous French Songs from the 2020s.
May 7, 2021 · 24 Famous French Songs That You Must Listen To; Classic. 1. La Vie En Rose (Life in Pink) 2. Ne me quitte pas (Don’t Leave Me) 3. Non, je ne regrette rien (I Don’t Regret Anything) 4. Sous le Ciel de Paris – Yves Montand (1964) Chanson. 5. Alexandrie (Alexandra) 6. Tous les garçons et les filles (All The Boys and Girls) Pop/Rock. 7.
