Niagara cover

Niagara

Julien Clerc · 1971

36 min · 12 tracks · chanson

A vibrant blend of romantic melodies and poetic lyrics that encapsulate the spirit of early '70s French chanson.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Niagara — The title track stands out with its lush arrangement and evocative storytelling, capturing both longing and nostalgia central to the album's themes.
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    La Fée qui rend les filles belles — This track showcases Clerc's whimsical lyrics and melodic charm, providing a playful contrast to more serious themes on the album.
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    Cœur-de-Dieu — With its poignant lyrics and heartfelt delivery, this song exemplifies Clerc's ability to blend emotion with intricate songwriting.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Ce n’est rien 3:33
  • 2 Adélita 2:19
  • 3 La Fée qui rend les filles belles 2:37
  • 4 Les Tout Petits Détails 2:26
  • 5 L’éléphant est déjà vieux 3:29
  • 6 La Fille de la véranda 3:52
  • 7 Niagara 2:57
  • 8 Et surtout… 4:10
  • 9 Rolo le Baroudeur 3:27
  • 10 Chanson pour mémère 4:08
  • 11 Cœur-de-Dieu 3:01
  • 12 Les Enfants et les Fifres 0:45

Reference: MusicBrainz · Wikidata