Yes, classic French songs are still hugely popular. So popular, in fact, that they’re still being covered by current artists in France and abroad. But the question is: do you have a favourite cover version? Or is the original still the best? Here are a few of my favourite cover versions…. đ” 1. Dis, quand…
Tag: Serge Gainsbourg
Perfect Paris playlist
Two and a half years after last being in Paris for my year abroad at university, I’ve come back for a few days to the ‘City of Light’ or, as Parisians call it, ‘Paname’. During my year abroad, which you can read more about here, I found out about the singer Jacques Brel, and duly raided…
Christmas presents for Francophiles
As the calendar edges ever closer to Christmas, have you experienced any of the following: 1. hope that the NHS will soon add mince pies and Christmas pudding to its âfive a dayâ list 2. eternal respect for anyone who knows how to cook the perfect turkey/sprouts/bread sauce 3. queasiness at the thought of starting…
French Affliction 