Alain Chamfort

Alain Chamfort is a French music icon whose career has gracefully spanned decades, blending chanson, pop, and electronic influences. Born Alain Le Govic in 1949, he started as a pianist for 1960s yé-yé bands before launching his solo career, becoming known for sophisticated hits like *Manureva* (inspired by a tragic sailing story) and *Palais royal*. His moody baritone and poetic lyrics made him a staple of French art-pop, collaborating with icons like Serge Gainsbourg. Recently, he’s embraced reinvention—teaming up with modern synth-pop star Sébastien Tellier for the *Sage comme une image* album (2021) and reimagining classics like *L’impermanence* with orchestral flair on *Symphonique Dandy*. A dandy at heart, Chamfort keeps evolving while maintaining his signature elegance, proving French pop never goes out of style.

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