BIOGRAPHY
Eddy Mitchell is a French singer born on July 3, 1942 in Paris. He is considered one of the pioneers of French rock.
At the beginning of his career, Eddy Mitchell was the leader of the group Les Chaussettes Noires, which achieved significant success in the 1960s. The group sold over 10 million albums and was the first French group to perform at Carnegie Hall in New York.
After the group disbanded in 1968, Eddy Mitchell pursued a very successful solo career. He has recorded more than 30 albums and has sold over 15 million albums in France. His most famous songs include "Couleur menthe à l'eau", "Ça fait danser la tête" and "Les vacances au bord de la mer".
Eddy Mitchell has also been very active in cinema, appearing in over 40 films. In 2002, he was named a Knight of the Legion of Honor.