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André Dassary
André Dassary was a French singer born in Algeria in 1895. He served in the French Foreign Legion during World War I, and it was during this time that he...
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Avoir un bon copain
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C'est l'amour
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Campanella
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Catari ! Catari !
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Chanson d'Orphée
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Chantez, chantez, grand'mère
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Envoi de fleurs
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Fermons nos rideaux
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Griserie
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J'ai tant pleuré
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J'ai toujours cru qu'un baiser
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Jalousie (célèbre tango tzigane)
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Je t'ai donné mon coeur
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L'angélus de la mer
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L'étoile d'amour
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La ballade d'Alamo
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André Dassary was a French singer born in Algeria in 1895. He served in the French Foreign Legion during World War I, and it was during this time that he composed 'Maréchal, Nous Voilà!', the song that would become his signature. The tune became strongly associated with the Legion, though its exact origins and the circumstances of its creation aren't entirely clear from the available record.
After the war, Dassary formed a band and toured France and its colonies. His repertoire included songs like 'Santa Lucia', 'C'est l'amour', and 'Catari! Catari!'. The existing history mentions he faced some criticism and censorship, likely tied to the military associations of his work, but the specifics are vague.
He recorded a number of other songs, including 'Romance de Maître Pathelin' and 'Avoir un bon copain'. While 'Maréchal, Nous Voilà!' remains his most recognized piece, his catalog shows a range from military-themed anthems to more general popular songs of the era.
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