Pierre Bachelet, born on May 25, 1944, was a renowned French singer-songwriter and film score composer, best known for his hit songs like "Les Corons" and "Elle est D'ailleurs", as well as his work on films such as "Emmanuelle" and "Story of O".
Bachelet was born in the 12th arrondissement of Paris, France, to Maurice and Alberte Bachelet. He spent part of his childhood in Calais, which later inspired his hit song "Les Corons". During his youth, he learned to play the piano, but his fascination with Elvis Presley led him to learn the electric guitar.
In the 1970s, Bachelet achieved international success under the name Resonance with the hit "OK Chicago". His other notable songs include "Elle est D'ailleurs" (1980), "Crismoi" (1982), "Marionnettiste" (1985), "En l'an 2001" (1985), and "Vingt ans" (1987).
In addition to his singing career, Bachelet was a prolific film score composer, having worked on films such as "Emmanuelle" (1974), "Story of O" (1975), "Black and White in Color" (1976), "Coup de tête" (1979), and "Les Bronzés font du ski" (1979). His score for "Emmanuelle" was particularly notable, with Robert Fripp winning an out-of-court settlement over the use of music based on King Crimson's "Larks' Tongues in Aspic".
Bachelet was married three times and had two sons, Yannick and Quentin. He passed away on February 15, 2005, at the age of 60, due to lung cancer.
Bachelet's music continues to be celebrated, with his song "Emmanuelle in the Mirror" and "Theme from Emmanuelle" being sampled in Lily Allen's song "Littlest Things" in 2006.
Throughout his career, Bachelet's unique blend of French pop and film score composition has left an indelible mark on the music industry. His legacy continues to inspire new generations of musicians and composers.
Bachelet's contributions to the world of music and film continue to be celebrated, and his legacy serves as an inspiration to artists and composers around the world.
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