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Who sang La mer?

Mireille Mathieu released the song La mer. Date of release: 1978.

Release date: 1978
Duration: 04:16
The story of the song ' La mer '

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The meaning of the song 'La mer ', based on the lyrics
What is La mer about?
🎶 La mer song analysis

- The lyrics of the song "Santa Maria de la Mer" are about a statue of Mary overlooking the sea.

- The singer talks to the statue, asking for protection and blessings for her loved ones.

- She asks for rain on the earth and wheat in the fields, and houses full of flowers.

- And finally, she asks Mary to give those she loves the light of a smile in their hearts.

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This explanation is based on the lyrics of ‘La mer’. The meaning is of course subject to interpretation.
The meaning of the song lyrics, in a few words...
The singer of “Santa Maria de la Mer” talks to a statue of Mary, asking for protection and blessings for her loved ones.
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Mireille Mathieu - Short Biography

Mireille Mathieu is a French singer born on July 22, 1946 in Avignon.

She grew up in a modest family and started singing at the age of four. At the age of fifteen, she won a singing contest on French television and recorded her first album in 1966.

Since then, she has released more than 100 albums and has sold more than 150 million albums worldwide. She is an international star and has toured France, Germany, Russia, China and many other countries. She has also participated in numerous festivals and has received many awards and honors.

In 2017, she was named Chevalier de la Légion d'honneur by French President Emmanuel Macron. She has also been named a Chevalier of the Order of Arts and Letters.

In 2019, she was honored by the Musée de la Mode de la Ville de Paris for her impact on French fashion and culture.

Mireille Mathieu is a highly respected and beloved French singer who continues to travel the world with her art.
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- La Mer is a 1946 song composed by Charles Trenet.

- The song was written in collaboration with Leo Chauliac in 1943.

- The song was performed by Charles Trenet.

- The song has remained popular since its release.

- The song has been re-recorded by other artists over the years, including Mireille Mathieu

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