La Vie en Rose
Sy Oliver's Orchestra, Louis Armstrong
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Hold me close and hold me fast The magic spell you cast This is la vie en rose When you kiss me, Heaven sighs And though I close my eyes I see la vie en rose When you press me to your heart And in a world apart A world where roses bloom And when you speak Angels sing from above Every day words Seems to turn into love songs Give your heart and soul to me And life will always be La vie en rose
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10 facts about this song
Origin"La Vie en Rose" is originally a French song meaning "Life in Pink". It was written by popular French singer Édith Piaf in 1945.
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Interpretation by Various ArtistsMany famous artists have covered the song in several languages. Some of these notable names include Bing Crosby, Dean Martin, Grace Jones, Louis Armstrong, and Tony Martin.
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Bing Crosby's VersionBing Crosby, a well-known American singer, and actor recorded his version of "La Vie en Rose" in 1953 which was released by Decca Records.
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Dean Martin's AdaptationDean Martin sang the English version of "La Vie en Rose". His rendition was included in his album "French Style", released in 1962.
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Grace Jones's RenditionGrace Jones, a Jamaican model, singer, and actress, released a compelling disco version of "La Vie en Rose" in 1977. It was her debut single and subsequently became one of her signature songs. Her version has been very successful worldwide, particularly in Netherlands where it topped the chart.
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Louis Armstrong's PerformanceLouis Armstrong, the American jazz musician, did a cover of "La Vie en Rose" in 1950. His version is considered one of the most significant covers of the song, and it helped popularize the song in the United States.
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Tony Martin's VersionTony Martin, an American actor and singer, also covered "La Vie en Rose". His rendition is characterized by his rich baritone vocal delivery.
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Universality of the SongThe song was declared a global hit with multi-generational appeal, thanks to its universal themes of love and hope. It is particularly popular in France, where it is considered a national symbol.
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Popularity in Movies"La Vie en Rose" has been featured in numerous films and TV shows, including "How I Met Your Mother", "Wall-E", and the Oscar-winning biopic "La Vie en Rose" about the life of Édith Piaf.
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Awards and AcknowledgmentsThe song has been honored with a Grammy Hall of Fame Award. Moreover, the American Film Institute picked "La Vie en Rose" as one of the greatest songs in film history.
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