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Piaf wrote the lyrics for the love of her life, the French world-champion boxer Marcel Cerdan . Their passionate affair was a major tabloid sensation in France during the late 1940s.

(Hymn to Love) is one of the most iconic French songs of the 20th century, famously performed by the legendary Édith Piaf . The song is not just a musical masterpiece but a deeply personal tribute to one of the greatest and most tragic love stories in history. Historical Background and Origins edith_piaf_hymne_a_lamour_audio_officiel

The haunting and emotional melody was composed by Marguerite Monnot , a longtime collaborator who frequently set Piaf’s raw, autobiographical lyrics to music. Recording and Official Release Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Edith Piaf - Hymne A L'Amour Piaf wrote the lyrics for the love of

Piaf penned the lyrics in September 1949 , just weeks before Cerdan tragically died in a plane crash on October 28, 1949. He was traveling from Paris to New York specifically to visit her during her performance residency. The song is not just a musical masterpiece

Studio: Performance EAN: 5024952382729 Format: Import Release date: 2007-04-09