Description
Mes Premières Chansons is an album by Félix Leclerc, a prominent French-Canadian folk singer, songwriter, and poet. The album was released in 1952 and is a compilation of some of his earliest songs that helped define his career.
Leclerc’s style blends folk music with poetic lyricism, and he is celebrated for his deep connection to Quebec’s cultural identity. His songs often explore themes of love, nature, and the human condition, and he became known as a voice of the French-Canadian community.
This album features some of his most well-known early works, including "Le P'tit Bonheur" and "Moi, Mes Souliers." It also helped introduce his unique voice and songwriting style to a broader audience, establishing him as a foundational figure in Quebec’s music scene.
The album was produced under the Disques Vogue label, which was associated with the BIEM (Bureau International des Sociétés Gérant les Droits d’Enregistrement et de Reproduction Mécanique), the international copyright organization for mechanical rights.
The release you have, with the catalog number P 77.846 L, indicates it is an original pressing, which makes it a valuable item for collectors of vintage Quebecois or French-Canadian music. Leclerc's influence on folk music in Canada and internationally was profound, and this album holds a special place in his legacy.
Cover in Original Plastic, Vinyl - VG rating. Cover, NM.