Romantic Duet: Edith Piaf & Theo Sarapo - "A Quoi Ça Sert l'Amour"

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The discussion revolves around the duet "A Quoi Ça Sert l'Amour" by Edith Piaf and Theo Sarapo, exploring themes of love, nostalgia, and personal taste in music. Participants share their thoughts on the performance, its emotional impact, and their differing views on what constitutes entertainment.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express admiration for Edith Piaf as a legendary figure in French music, highlighting the emotional depth of her duet with Sarapo.
  • Others challenge the notion of "authenticity" in music, suggesting that it does not necessarily correlate with quality, and express personal distaste for the singing style.
  • There is a mention of differing opinions on famous songs by Piaf, with some asserting that "La Vie en Rose" is her most recognized piece.
  • Participants reflect on their individual tastes in music, noting that personal preferences vary widely, as illustrated by comparisons to other artists like Johnny Cash.
  • Some participants share their enjoyment of the performance, while others express a lack of interest in the style or quality of the singing.
  • There are references to other artists and performances, including Georges Moustaki and a Mozart performance, indicating a broader interest in music beyond Piaf's work.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a mix of agreement and disagreement regarding the quality and appeal of the duet. While some appreciate the emotional authenticity of the performance, others find it unappealing. There is no consensus on the overall value of the music or the artists discussed.

Contextual Notes

Participants reference the historical context of the performance, noting that it was recorded 50 years ago, which may influence contemporary perceptions of the music.

Who May Find This Useful

Readers interested in classic French music, emotional performances, and discussions about personal taste in music may find this thread engaging.

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I don't know if this great French singer is well known in the US but out here she is a legend. I just wanted to show you this nice duet with her last husband (Theo Sarapo, real last name : Lambokous) who was like twenty years younger than her (the French, you know :smile:).

The duet is entitled "a quoi ca sert l'amour" (what is the use of love) and Edith is explaining how love cannot be explained, it just happens, bring joy and even when over, remains a nice memory...In the end she says that he is not to worry, he is the only one, the first and last one and she feels great with him.

For the romantics out there

[MEDIA=youtube]m1JDKLHoX3E[/MEDIA][/URL]

enjoy

marlon
 
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wow, we have completely different ideas about what constitutes entertainment.
 
tribdog said:
wow, we have completely different ideas about what constitutes entertainment.
Ofcourse we do...but what do you mean exactly ?
Also, this is recorded 50 years back in time, so today things are not the same anymore. But i like this because it is so authentic.


marlon
 
This is her most famous song :

[MEDIA=youtube]1RbbzazwTYI[/MEDIA][/URL]

marlon
 
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That's the video I was expecting when seeing the title of the thread :smile: notice how she sings along when her husband is singing.
 
marlon said:
Ofcourse we do...but what do you mean exactly ?
Also, this is recorded 50 years back in time, so today things are not the same anymore. But i like this because it is so authentic.


marlon
for me, "authentic" doesn't have anything to do with quality. That type of singing bores me to the point of being irritating. I thought the guy singing sounded nasal and the old lady singing sounded like an old lady singing. I just don't care for it. The only entertainment I gain from it is in the fact that you DO find it entertaining. Seeing the differences in our likes and dislikes and wondering why it is is what I find entertaining.
 
tribdog said:
for me, "authentic" doesn't have anything to do with quality.
Well same here. Not all authentic stuff is quality stuff.

That type of singing bores me to the point of being irritating. I thought the guy singing sounded nasal and the old lady singing sounded like an old lady singing. I just don't care for it. The only entertainment I gain from it is in the fact that you DO find it entertaining. Seeing the differences in our likes and dislikes and wondering why it is is what I find entertaining.
Indeed, well, each one of us has a different taste and opinion, so no problem there. For example, i don't get how people can listen to Johnny Cash. Actually, i liked Joaquin Phoenix (you know, the Walk the Line picture)more than the original singer.

marlon
 
marlon said:
This is her most famous song :

[MEDIA=youtube]1RbbzazwTYI[/MEDIA][/URL]

marlon[/QUOTE]I would have thought La Vie en Rose is her most famous song.
 
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Yonoz said:
I would have thought La Vie en Rose is her most famous song.
indeed, that too
 
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marlon said:
I don't know if this great French singer is well known in the US but out here she is a legend. I just wanted to show you this nice duet with her last husband (Theo Sarapo, real last name : Lambokous) who was like twenty years younger than her (the French, you know :smile:).

The duet is entitled "a quoi ca sert l'amour" (what is the use of love) and Edith is explaining how love cannot be explained, it just happens, bring joy and even when over, remains a nice memory...In the end she says that he is not to worry, he is the only one, the first and last one and she feels great with him.

For the romantics out there

[MEDIA=youtube]m1JDKLHoX3E[/MEDIA][/URL]

enjoy

marlon[/QUOTE]That was wonderful Marlon! You can see how in love she is, you can see it in her eyes, her whole face. :smile:
 
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That's great stuff. :approve:

Did you see my I hate kids thread marlon? Go watch that girl play mozart, It will blow your mind.


Hah, that guy singing with her looks a little like me.
 
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You look like a giant?

I did enjoy that, it was in fact very beautiful.
 
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cyrusabdollahi said:
That's great stuff. :approve:

Did you see my I hate kids thread marlon? Go watch that girl play mozart, It will blow your mind.

Nope not yet but i will sure check it out. You made me curious

Hah, that guy singing with her looks a little like me.
AHA really ? Well, is your French that good as well ?

regards
marlon
 
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hypatia said:
You look like a giant?

I did enjoy that, it was in fact very beautiful.
Nono, Edith Piaf was reaalllyyyy small.

marlon
 
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marlon, are you familiar with Georges Moustaki? He wrote a few songs for Edith Piaf.
 
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Yonoz said:
marlon, are you familiar with Georges Moustaki? He wrote a few songs for Edith Piaf.
yes

marlon
 
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marlon said:
yes

marlon
We just had him here, it's amazing he still performs.
 
  • #18
She was a fantastic artist.
I posted a clip of her in the "Best songs ever"-thread performing "La vie en Rose".
 
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I mis-read the original post and thought the video was of Edith singing a duet with her "late" husband, would have been interesting.

Oh well, I'll have to settle for the "My Name is Earl" episode, where Earl's ex-wife, Joy, competes in a mother / daughter pagent, using an urn with her mother's ashes in it (there weren't any rules that stated the mother had to be alive). Joy wins the contest in case you're wondering.
 

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