Récital 1961
Édith Piaf · 1961
34 min · 9 tracks · chanson · ballade · chanson réaliste
A heartfelt tapestry of emotion woven through Piaf's powerful vocals and poignant lyrical storytelling.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady emotional crescendos throughout
- heartfelt storytelling in every track
- for reflective evenings
- intimate moments of vulnerability
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced listening experiences
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1961, Édith Piaf was already an established icon in French chanson, with 'Récital 1961' being a pivotal live album capturing her performance prowess. This album followed her earlier successes, including the timeless classic 'Non je ne regrette rien', and showcased her resilience and artistry during a period marked by personal struggles.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jacques Brel· Fréhel· Yves Montand
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Les mots d'amour 4:49
- 2 Les flons flons du bal 2:50
- 3 T'es l'homme qu'il me faut 3:10
- 4 Mon dieu 3:51
- 5 Mon vieux Lucien 4:10
- 6 La ville inconnue 4:06
- 7 Non je ne regrette rien 3:04
- 8 La belle histoire d'amour 4:24
- 9 Les blouses blanches 4:26
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