Jacques Romain Georges Brel (French: [ʒɑk ʁɔmɛ̃ ʒɔʁʒ bʁɛl] ⓘ; 8 April 1929 – 9 October 1978) was a Belgian singer and actor who composed and performed theatrical songs. He generated a large, devoted following—initially in Belgium and France, but later throughout the world. He is considered a master of the modern chanson. [1] Although he recorded most of his songs in French ...
Jacques Brel, Belgian singer and songwriter whose literate, passionate songs made him one of the most popular French-language musicians in Europe and gained him a worldwide following. His often biting songs included ‘Quand on n’a que l’amour’ and ‘Ne me quitte pas.’ Learn more about his life and accomplishments.
Jacques Brel - Quand on n'a que l’amour (Live officiel Casino de Knokke 1963) Jacques Brel 1M views6 years ago
Jacques Brel. Composer: Far West. One of the most popular singers of French songs. After a childhood full of boredom and normality, Brel started to work in his father's cardboard factory. But he wanted a different kind of life. He had been writing songs all his life and in the early 1950s he went to Paris. After a few years he became hugely successful. His songs include 'Amsterdam', 'La Valse...
Jacques Brel was a Belgian singer, songwriter, and actor and one of the most influential chanson singers and songwriters of the 20th century.
Jacques Romain Georges Brel was a Belgian singer and actor who composed and performed theatrical songs. He generated a large, devoted following—initially in Belgium and France, but later throughout the world. He is considered a master of the modern chanson.