100 years ago the star was born. Edith Piaf, also known as "The Little Sparrow".
She was (well, she's still) one of the most iconic performers of France. Her music is timeless. She sang simple songs with enchanting melodies that spoke to everyone.
The Bibliothèque Nationale de France organized an exhibition dedicated to Edith Piaf to celebrate her birth centenary. During this special exhibition people could see hundreds of letters, concert posters, films, photos and recordings connected with her. Even her little black dress which is the emblem of Edith Piaf, the dress she often wore on stage. Joël Huthwohl, the head curator said: "This exhibition is also an opportunity to understand who Edith Piaf really was.The magic of Piaf is her repertoire that touches everyone."
Her music became an indelible part of the soundtrack for a post-war generation. Her songs reflected the difficulties in her own life. She should be remembered for not only her iconic singing voice but for using the obstacles she faced in her life to create her own fame. And I'm sure that everyone knows at least one her song. Her songs are now classic ones such as "La vie en rose", "Milord", "Je ne regrette rien", "L'hymne à l’amour", "Padam, padam", "Sous le ciel de Paris".
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