Edith Piaf

Édith Piaf, born Édith Giovanna Gassion, was a French singer and songwriter who rose from poverty on the streets of Paris to become an international star. Known for her dramatic performances of sad love songs and ballads, she captivated audiences with her expressive interpretations of the French ballad, or chanson. Her signature songs include “La Vie en rose” (“Life in Pink”) and “Non, je ne regrette rien” (“No, I Don’t Regret Anything”).