Édith Piaf
Born in Paris, Édith Piaf became one of Europe's most celebrated Street artists during the Silent Generation era.
French singer (1915–1963)
"Édith Piaf's career reached its zenith with the global success of 'La Vie en rose' in 1947, solidifying her international star status." — About Édith Piaf
| Metric | Édith Piaf | Avg Street artist | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 47 | 60 | -13 yrs |
| Height | 147cm (4'10") | 147cm | same |
| Career length | 29 yrs | ~35 yrs | -6 yrs |
| Based on 4 Street artist profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Édith Piaf
Did you know that Édith Piaf's mother was an alcoholic circus performer and her father an acrobatic street performer, leading to a very unstable childhood?
- Her birth certificate states she was born in a hospital, not under a street lamp, despite the popular legend she perpetuated.
- She suffered from severe keratitis as a child, leading to temporary blindness for several years.
- Piaf lost the love of her life, boxer Marcel Cerdan, in a plane crash in 1949, inspiring her song 'L'Hymne à l'amour'.
- She often performed in the streets and cafes of Paris from a very young age with her father and later independently.
- Despite her petite stature, her powerful voice earned her the nickname 'La Môme Piaf' (The Little Sparrow).
Édith Piaf's career reached its zenith with the global success of 'La Vie en rose' in 1947, solidifying her international star status. She further cemented her iconic image with 'Non, je ne regrette rien,' a defiant anthem released just before her death, which became a powerful symbol of her resilient spirit.
Piaf remains an enduring symbol of French chanson and resilience, her passionate voice and heartbreaking lyrics continuing to captivate audiences worldwide. Her life story, marked by triumph and tragedy, mirrors the emotional depth of her timeless music.