About this album
Where they were
Released in 2014, 'Kaas chante Piaf à l'Olympia' marks Patricia Kaas's return to the stage after a period of artistic reflection. This live album showcases her deep connection to the legendary Piaf, further solidifying her status in the French music scene. It comes nearly two decades after her breakthrough debut album, 'Je te dis vous', highlighting her enduring legacy.
Why it matters
This album is significant for its commercial success, reaching high positions on various charts across Europe and reaffirming Kaas's influence in the chanson genre. Critics praised her ability to evoke Piaf's spirit while maintaining her unique style, contributing to a renewed interest in classic French music.
Essential tracks
- "La vie en rose" — This iconic song captures the essence of Piaf's work and showcases Kaas’s ability to convey deep emotion through her powerful interpretation.
- "Non, je ne regrette rien" — Kaas’s rendition of this anthem of resilience resonates powerfully, reflecting both Piaf's original spirit and Kaas's own artistic journey.
- "Milord" — The lively arrangement and Kaas’s passionate delivery bring a fresh vibrancy to this classic, making it a standout performance in the concert.
Release Date
March 28, 2014
Artist Origin
France
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Mon dieu 4:43
- 2 Je t'ai dans la peau 3:01
- 3 Milord 5:07
- 4 Avec ce soleil 2:44
- 5 C'est un gars 3:08
- 6 La vie en rose 5:18
- 7 T'es beau tu sais 4:06
- 8 Hymne à l'amour 4:20
- 9 Non, je ne regrette rien 3:22
- 10 La foule 3:43
- 11 L'étranger 3:08
- 12 Les blouses blanches 4:15
- 13 Padam-padam 4:40
- 14 The 9th hour (Prélude) 2:33
- 15 La belle histoire d'amour 4:30
Disc 2
- 1 Song for the Little Sparrow (Générique)
- 2 Mon dieu l'hommage (talk)
- 3 Paris mon manège à moi
- 4 C'est un gars
- 5 La foule
- 6 Emporte-moi
- 7 Dark prelude (Prélude)
- 8 Milord le theatre (talk)
- 9 Les amants d'un jour
- 10 L'étranger
- 11 Les blouses blanches
- 12 Mon vieux lucien
- 13 Sous le ciel de paris (instrumental)
- 14 Padam-padam
- 15 Je t'ai dans la peau
- 16 La vie en rose
- 17 The 9th hour (Prélude)
- 18 La belle histoire d'amour
- 19 Hymne a l'amour
- 20 Non, je ne regrette rien
- 21 Song for the Little Sparrow (Epilogue)
