Alain Barrière was a French singer-songwriter who is best known for his hit songs such as “Tu t’en vas,” “Ma vie,” and “Plus je t’entends.” Born on November 18, 1935, in La Trinité-sur-Mer, he became one of the most respected musicians in the French-speaking world.
Personal and Family Life
Alain Barrière was born Louis Allain Bellec and married Agnès Cohen-Solal in February 1975. The couple opened a nightclub-restaurant in a converted castle in Brittany. They had one child, and Agnès was the cousin of well-known figures Annie Cohen-Solal and Lyne Cohen-Solal. Barrière faced financial struggles due to tax problems stemming from bad advice, despite their business being successful.
Career
Barrière began his career as a singer in 1962 with his song “Elle était si jolie.” His breakout came in 1975 with “Tu t’en vas,” which became a hit across France and Western Europe. He released his first album, “Ma vie,” in 1964, which included popular tracks like “Emporte-moi” and “À regarder la mer.” Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, he performed several concerts at venues such as L’Olympia in Paris.
Death and Legacy
Alain Barrière passed away on December 18, 2019, from cardiac arrest in Arradon, France. He left behind a rich musical legacy and is remembered as one of the prominent figures in French music history. His contributions to music continue to resonate with fans around the world.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Pas de panique | 1966-08-10 | Jo |
| Discorama | 1959-02-04 | Self |
| 30 millions d’amis | 1976-01-06 | Self |
| Samedi soir | 1971-01-09 | Self |
| Midi trente | 1972-03-06 | Self |
| Les années bonheur | 2006-12-16 | Self |
| Le Grand Échiquier | 1972-01-12 | Self |
| Cadet Rousselle | 1971-11-04 | Self |
| Les Rendez-vous du dimanche | 1975-01-12 | Self |
| Système 2 | 1975-01-19 | Self |
| Midi Première | 1975-01-06 | Self |
| L’École des fans | 1977-01-30 | Self |
| Champs-Elysées | 1982-01-16 | Self |
| La Chance aux chansons | 1984-03-26 | Self |
| À bout portant | 1968-12-16 | Self |