40 chansons d'or
Charles Aznavour · 1994
132 min · 40 tracks · jazz · chanson · middle of the road
A rich tapestry of heartfelt melodies and poignant lyrics, embodying the essence of French chanson.
Why this album works
'40 chansons d'or' is notable for its commercial success, achieving gold status in multiple countries and solidifying Aznavour's legacy as one of France's premier chanson artists. The album features timeless classics like 'La Bohème' and 'Je m’voyais déjà,' which have influenced countless artists across generations and remain integral to the French musical canon.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with emotional peaks heartfelt melodies for reflective moments two-halves structure for varied engagement
- Context
- Released in 1994, '40 chansons d'or' marks a significant retrospective in Charles Aznavour's career, encapsulating his prolific songwriting from the 1940s through the early 1990s. At this point, Aznavour was already an established figure in the music world, having released numerous albums and achieved international acclaim. This collection serves as a celebration of his most beloved works, showcasing his evolution as an artist.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kate Bush· ABBA· David Bowie· Akiko Yano· Julio Iglesias· The Cranberries· Modern Talking· Morning Musume
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Au creux de mon épaule 3:14
- 2 Sa jeunesse 4:45
- 3 Toi et moi 3:09
- 4 Le Palais de nos chimères 2:22
- 5 Mes emmerdes 3:07
- 6 À ma fille 3:37
- 7 Non je n’ai rien oublié Standout 6:27
- 8 La Bohème Standout 4:05
- 9 Les Deux Guitares 3:50
- 10 Comme ils disent 4:54
- 11 Désormais 3:10
- 12 Bon anniversaire 4:08
- 13 Il te suffisait que je t’aime 3:07
- 14 Pour faire une jam 2:44
- 15 Les Comédiens 2:23
- 16 La Mamma 3:45
- 17 Emmenez‐moi 3:33
- 18 Trousse‐chemise 2:24
- 19 Donne tes seize ans 2:23
- 20 Tu t’laisses aller 3:39
Disc 2
- 1 Sur ma vie 2:32
- 2 J’en déduis que je t’aime 3:05
- 3 Parce que 2:48
- 4 Je m’voyais déjà Standout 3:23
- 5 Que c’est triste Venise 2:37
- 6 Il faut savoir 3:09
- 7 L’amour c’est comme un jour 3:44
- 8 Et pourtant 2:49
- 9 Hier encore 2:22
- 10 Paris au mois d’août 3:24
- 11 Après l’amour 2:00
- 12 Qui 3:37
- 13 Le Temps 2:37
- 14 For me formidable 2:19
- 15 Avec 3:07
- 16 Plus bleu que tes yeux 2:51
- 17 L’Amour et la Guerre 2:35
- 18 Les Plaisirs démodés 5:55
- 19 Mourir d’aimer 3:57
- 20 Jezebel 2:34
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