Bonjour! 20 of The Most Famous French Songs You Will Love


 

French is among the most popular languages in the world. Thus, it is not a surprise that some of the French songs we have around are also some of the most beautiful. With French music, you will for sure revamp your playlist and even be able to explore and appreciate the French language and culture. With that said, let鈥檚 have a look at some of the most famous French songs that you will love for sure.

1. La Vie en Rose- Edith Piaf (1947)

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There is no singer more respected and phenomenal than Edith Piaf. With her very unique and colossal voice, she has managed to gift the world with songs that will forever be alive and still continues to win fans to date. This song according to Spotify, is the most popular Edith Piaf song and the one that is on demand the most. It also has so many cover versions that keep reminding us what a gem it truly is.

2. Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien- Edith Piaf (1960)

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This is another Edith Piaf song that is popular in its own right too. Released in 1960, this happened at the height of her career and the title of the song, 鈥淣o, I regret nothing,鈥 just summarizes what it really is all about. It鈥檚 a beautiful song talking about the beauty of life and living it like there鈥檚 no tomorrow. FYI: If you want to practice your French, it is said this would be the best song to do so.

3. Ne Me Quitte Pas- Jacques Brel (1959)

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Meaning, 鈥淒on鈥檛 leave me,鈥 Jacques used this song to reminisce and recall his relationship with the French TV star and singer, Suzanne Gabriello (known popularly as Zizou). It is quite a poetic and gentle song that indeed makes you understand the heartfelt message and emotions tied to it. It is a typical breakup song mourning a lost love but Jacques actually said it is precisely about regretting trying to keep the relationship alive when it was already done for. The song has been covered by different iconic singers like Edith Piaf herself, and Johnny Hallyday among others.

4. Tous Les Gar莽ons Et Les Filles- Francoise Hardy (1962)

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This song is a typical 60s pop song inspired by The Beatles. The Beatles actually inspired so many pop artists and the song they came up with and Francoise Hardy is no exception. In this song, the hearty beat and sensational emotions it evokes in someone as they listen to it completely sets it apart as a very unique and beautiful song. In this song, Hardy laments a life without joy and it is honestly a 60s French music that has an amazing hum to it. You just cannot get enough of it.

5. La boh猫me- Charles Aznavour (1965)

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Released in 1965, this song is perfect to describe Paris鈥 bohemian village. If you want to get a picture of how this looks, then this is the song. Although Charles Aznavour has had a long and very multi-faceted career, this melodic song has an unforgettable chorus that will honestly just stick in your head the moment you listen to it. It is very French. The song. Showcasing cafes and carefree artists really gives a picture of the beautiful France and hence made the song even more popular.

6. Mais je t鈥檃ime 鈥 Grand Corps Malade & Camille Lellouche (2020)

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In this song, the two iconic singers, Grand Corps Malade and Camille Lellouche came together in 2020 and came up with this masterpiece. It is a romantic song that tells the story of a woman and a man who are both madly in love and come to realize the beauty and strength of love. It is a melodious song that is very beautiful and one that cannot be forgotten.

7. Yeux disent 鈥 Lomepal (2017)

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This song released in 2017, is probably the one French song that made Lomepal go mainstream become famous, and rise to popularity in the French music scene. This single is part of his album known as FLIP which was released in 2017. In the song, Lomepal tells a love story of him breaking the heart of his lover by being too selfish as he is focused on his personal projects. It is a typical love song that addresses the challenges that are usually faced.

8. Toi et Moi 鈥 Paradis (2016)

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This song was released in 2016 under the album, 鈥楻ecto Verso.鈥 It has some electro-disco vibes to it that makes it  so catchy and interesting. It is the kind of song that makes you just want to dance to its tune and have fun while at it. It is a love song talking about two people in love who met in the past and are confused about their feelings for each other. It is honestly a  beautiful song ad the fact that it has disco vibes to it makes it even more fun to listen to.

9. L鈥檃mour avec toi 鈥 Vendredi sur Mer (2017)

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This romantic and beautiful French love song was released in 2017 in the album, 鈥楳aree Basse.鈥 Venddredi in this song tells the story of a woman who is deeply in love with a person in her past and she can鈥檛 wait to reconnect with the person. It is a typical love song and hence the ballad tunes it has makes it even more beautiful.

10. Un r锚ve 脿 deux 鈥 Jean Tonique & Bleu Platine (2016)

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The song was released in 2016 under the EP known as 鈥楶lage d鈥檕r.鈥 This song is a result of the collaboration between Jean Tonique and Bleu Platine. The two of them in this song imagine a blissful future together where they get to experience peace and love in the long run. It is perfect for an afternoon of chilling and relaxing. The smooth instrumentals characterizing it is honestly just so peaceful and magical.

11. Je suis fan 鈥 Alice et Moi (2021)

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This is a very recent song that was released in 2021 and it indeed did not disappoint In the song, she is portraying herself as someone who is in love with a person and she is so in love that she has now become obsessive hence becoming a stalker. She keeps spying on him on social media and even the subway and even knows his number by heart. In other words, infatuation beyond repair. Anyway, it hands down such a beautiful song and one that is also entreating to watch because of the music video.

12. Euphories 鈥 Videoclub (2020)

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Videoclub is a duo band that is very trendy in France at the moment. They mostly adopt the 80s vibes in their songs and give them a bit of the electro-pop element. This is basically what gives them more popularity because they are so young yet speak to every generation in their music. This particular song is mostly about love and relationships in a typical French way. It is a very popular and catchy song that is continuing to trend even three years after it was released.

13. Elle ne t鈥檃ime pas 鈥 La Femme (2016)

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La Femme released this song in 2016 in the album 鈥楳ystere鈥 and it immediately blew up because of how melodious and beautiful it is. This song is actually perfect to listen to after experiencing a breakup. It is more of a sad romantic song but beautiful all the same. Give it a try and it will blow your mind at how amazing it is.

14. Mon 芒me sera vraiment belle pour toi 鈥 Terrenoire (2020)

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Released in 2020 by the rising duo Theo and Raphael from Terrenoire, this song is a masterpiece! They sing about an ideal relationship and are worried about the pureness of their souls in an attempt to satisfy their loved ones. The song is a catchy one and it is the kind that you will want to hear over and over again.

15. Candide Crush 鈥 Th茅rapie Taxi (2019)

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They became a well-known band in France with their hits, 鈥楽alope鈥 (2016) and 鈥楬it Sale鈥 (2017)  which was probably one of their biggest hits. With Candide Crush, they also did not disappoint because it is also quite a beautiful one. The fact that they also punned around the words with that of the mobile phone game by the name, 鈥楥andy Crush鈥 makes it even more beautiful and interesting. All in all, it is a catchy song that will keep you glued to it.

16. Edith Piaf 鈥 Hymne 脿 l鈥檃mour (1950)

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This is another popular and beautiful French song that will not disappoint you. Anyway, it has been sung and composed by the legendary Edith Piaf. Even though most people are more with La Vie en Rose and Non Je Ne regretted rien, this particular song by the name Hymne a l鈥檃mour is probably one of her most beautiful French love songs. She actually wrote that song to commemorate her feelings towards the American boxer Marcel Cerdan whom she had met while on a tour in America in 1948.

17. Amsterdam 鈥 Jacques Brel (1966)

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This French love song by Jacques Brel is another beautiful French song that you can鈥檛 help but just love. In this particular song, he sings about a breakup and is trying to beg his lover not to leave him. In fact, he is telling of his own love story because Jacques fell in love with his mistress, Suzanne Gabriello who wanted to end things because he couldn鈥檛 leave his wife for her. The same old drama of a love triangle but beautiful and sensational all the same. 

18. Hier Encore 鈥 Charles Aznavour (1969)

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This is a timeless French love song from the talented Charles Aznavour. It ended up becoming so famous that it was adopted in five different languages including English, Italian German, Spanish, and Portuguese. In this song, he recalls his youth and happy times

19. Je t鈥檃ime鈥 moi non plus 鈥 Serge Gainsbourg, Jane Birkin (1969)

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This is another beautiful song done by Serge and Jane in celebrating their love. It is another typical love song that is also very famous in France and one that has never grown old despite being around for decades. Released in 1969, it continues to be beautiful and magical.

20. C茅line Dion 鈥 Pour que tu m鈥檃imes encore (1995)

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This song by Celine Dion released in 1965 is another very popular French song that is classic and downright beautiful. This masterpiece was written and composed by the famous French artist, Jean-Jacques Goldman. It is a breakup song that a good number of us relate to as long as we have been in relationships. It ended up becoming international and was also constantly broadcast on American TV. Its English version, 鈥楩alling Into You,鈥 was an even bigger success.

French songs are quite honestly amazing and over the years they have graced the music industry. When translated and you get to understand what they mean, you even fall more in love with them.

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