9 Classic French Songs Everyone Should Know

2. La Vie en Rose (Edith Piaf)

“La Vie en Rose” is as iconic as the Eiffel Tower. Released in 1947, the song paints a dreamy, rose-colored picture of love. It has become a timeless romantic anthem in France. Piaf’s unique voice and personal story of hardship resonate deeply with the French. The song continues to be a symbol of love.