French Pop

French pop, also known as "pop française," is a genre characterized by its lush, atmospheric soundscapes, often featuring a mix of electronic and organic instrumentation, and soulful, emotive vocal styles. Emerging in the 1960s, French pop evolved from the country's rich tradition of chanson and yé-yé, incorporating elements of folk, rock, and world music. The genre's golden era in the 1980s and 1990s saw a surge in popularity, with artists blending introspective lyrics, soaring melodies, and a distinctive, melancholic tone. French pop's cultural significance lies in its ability to convey the nuances of French identity and emotional depth, resonating with listeners worldwide. Its unique blend of intimacy and sophistication sets it apart from other pop styles, with a distinctive emphasis on poetic lyrics, atmospheric production, and heartfelt delivery. Today, French pop remains a vibrant and influential force, with a new generation of artists pushing the genre's boundaries while honoring its timeless essence.

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Ariane DesLions
Arthur Ely
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Black M
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Brigitte Fontaine
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Charlotte Gainsbourg
Christine and the Queens
Clara Luciani
Claude
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DAYSY
Dario Moreno
Dorely
Eli Rêve
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Florent Pagny
Frànçois & The Atlas Mountains
Félicien Lia
GIMS
Gaël Faye
Images
Ivy
Jadanaë
Jeanne Bonjour
Jeanne Mas
Jeck
Jessy Matador
Johnny Hallyday
Johnny Jane
Joseph Kamel
Julien Doré
Julien Lieb
Juliette Armanet
Jérémy Frerot
KeBlack
Kendji Girac
Khaled
L'Impératrice
LaMagieDuTiel
Laura Cahen
Lil Jolie
Lisa Pariente
Louane
Lynda
Marc Lavoine
Marion Rampal
Marion Roch
Merveille
Mirèle
Mylène Farmer
Olivier Dion
Oscar Anton
Patrick Bruel
Patrick Fiori
Petit K
Petit Ours Brun
Pomme
Queen D
Raphaël Butler
Rebeka Warrior
Roméo Elvis
SANTA
SARA'H
Salvatore Adamo
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Starrysky
Stéphane
Stéphane Casalta
Superbus
Suzane
TIF
Théo Ould
Tim Dup
Tryo
Valère
Valérie Clio
Vanessa Paradis
Vernis Rouge
Vitaa
Viviane Arnoux
Wejdene
Wendy Martinez
Yanns
Yelle
Zaho
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Zaz
jeaneiffel
Étienne Daho
GIMS
Yseult
Dadju
Pomme
Indila
Bouss
KeBlack
Zaz
Angèle
Adèle Castillon
Pierre Garnier
Alonzo
Soprano
Jain
Slimane
Jean-Jacques Goldman
Johnny Hallyday
RIDSA
Lynda
Vianney
Emma Peters
Hoshi
L'Impératrice
Joe Dassin
Julien Doré
Merveille
Louane
Kendji Girac
Juliette Armanet
Vitaa
Star Academy
Bigflo & Oli
Calogero
Mentissa
Mylène Farmer
SANTA
Queen D
Grand Corps Malade
Khaled
Carbonne
Christine and the Queens
Zaho de Sagazan
Ehis 'D' Greatest
Diam's
Amir
TIF
Claudio Capéo
Zaho
M. Pokora
Corneille
Jeck
Michel Sardou
Vanessa Paradis
Cœur De Pirate
Louise Attaque
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Therapie TAXI
Indochine
Vendredi sur Mer
Tryo
Helena
Eddy de Pretto
Black M
Roméo Elvis
Christophe Maé
Sexion d'Assaut
Ben Mazué
Clara Luciani
Salvatore Adamo
Gaël Faye
Florent Pagny
Pierre de Maere
Jérémy Frerot
Christophe
Davy One
Paradis
Claude
Keen' V
Rebeka Warrior
Paradis
Aldebert
Odezenne
Claude François
Julien Clerc
Patrick Fiori
Oscar Anton
Ycare
Julien Lieb
Amel Bent
Alain Bashung
Étienne Daho
Grégoire
Camélia Jordana
Patrick Bruel
Arma Jackson
Trois Cafés Gourmands
Garou
Superbus
La Zarra
Laurie Darmon