The Singing Nun (Soeur Sourire)

The Singing Nun, known in French as Soeur Sourire (which means "Sister Smile"), was a Belgian nun and singer-songwriter who rose to international fame in the early 1960s. Her real name was Jeanine Deckers, and she became a global sensation with her 1963 hit "Dominique," a joyful, lilting tribute to Saint Dominic. The song topped the charts in several countries, including the United States, making her one of the few Belgian artists to achieve such widespread success.

Dressed in her Dominican habit and accompanying herself on the guitar, The Singing Nun captivated audiences with her wholesome image and uplifting songs, even performing on The Ed Sullivan Show. Despite her success, Deckers struggled with the pressures of fame and her complicated relationship with the church and the music industry. Her later years were marked by personal and financial difficulties, but her music, particularly "Dominique," remains an enduring symbol of a unique and unexpected pop phenomenon.

Genres

Pop

Folk

Singer-songwriter

World

Traditional Music

Gospel

Easy Listening

Children's Music

Christian

Latest Release

Alleluia (Live On The Ed Sullivan Show, January 5, 1964)

The Singing Nun (Soeur Sourire)

Single - Released October 19, 2022