1978 Les Amants de La Bastille

Les Amants de la Bastille was a French musical ensemble that formed in 1978. The group centered around the creative partnership of composer Michel Berger and singer France Gall, whose personal relationship informed much of their work. Their song 'Les Mots Que L'On Ne Dit Pas' became one of their most recognizable pieces.

Their music often dealt with intimate emotional territory, with Berger's lyrics examining love and vulnerability. The group released several albums including their self-titled debut, 'Double Jeu,' and 'Il Joue du Piano Debout,' which showed some movement toward rock and pop sounds beyond their initial acoustic approach.

While the core was Berger and Gall, other musicians like bassist Philippe Russo and singer Véronique Sanson contributed to recordings. Their material drew mixed reactions at times, with some finding the lyrical content too personal or explicit while others appreciated its directness.

After their run, songs like 'Les Mots Que L'On Ne Dit Pas' maintained a presence in French popular music, remembered for their emotional clarity rather than any grand musical innovation.