Joe Dassin
Joseph Ira Dassin (French: [dasɛ̃]; November 5, 1938 – August 20, 1980), known as Joe Dassin, was an American–French singer-songwriter and actor. In his career spanning sixteen years (1964–1980), he enjoyed numerous successes in France and the French-speaking world, as well as singing in languages other than French. He had a career in Russia, Finland, Greece, and Germany. In total, he sold nearly 25 million records worldwide. He was the son of film director Jules Dassin.
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Joe Dassin in the 1960s | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Joseph Ira Dassin |
| Born | November 5, 1938 Brooklyn, New York City, U.S. |
| Died | August 20, 1980 (aged 41) Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia |
| Genres | Chanson French pop |
| Occupation(s) | Singer-songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar, piano |
| Years active | 1964–1980 |
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| Website | joedassin |
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