Artist page · 04/07/2026

Barbara

ParisBorn in 1930Pop12 vinyl albums
Barbara, born Monique Andrée Serf in Paris in 1930, was a prominent French chanson singer-songwriter active mainly from the 1950s through the 1980s.
12Albums on Vinyles.com
12432Discogs releases
226kLast.fm listeners

About

Barbara, French chanson voice from post-war Paris to universal reach.

13 vinyl releases tracked, original 1970 'L'aigle Noir' LP persists in auctions under €5.

Barbara's music catalog spans pop and chanson, featuring 13 vinyl releases with several key studio albums and compelling live recordings. She combined traditional French chanson influences with poetic lyricism and melancholic melodies. Her recordings remain widely available on original and reissue LP pressings. Barbara's work commands regular presence in vinyl markets, with a strong emphasis on pressings from Philips and Mercury Records labels.

Her discography includes highly sought-after albums like “L'aigle Noir” (1970), notable for its stereo format and iconic title track, alongside significant studio works from the 1960s and live performances such as the "Récital Pantin 81".

Discography

Barbara — Discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

Châtelet 87Philips · 1987
1987
Châtelet 87
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Depardieu* - Lily PassionPhilips · 1986
1986
Depardieu* - Lily Passion
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Enregistrement PublicPhilips · 1981
1981
Enregistrement Public
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
SeulePhilips · 1981
1981
Seule
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Enregistrement Public À L'Olympia (Les Insomnies)Philips · 1978
1978
Enregistrement Public À L'Olympia (Les Insomnies)
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
La LouvePhilips · 1973
1973
La Louve
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
La Fleur D'amourPhilips · 1972
1972
La Fleur D'amour
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Amours IncestueusesPhilips · 1972
1972
Amours Incestueuses
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
L'aigle NoirPhilips · 1970
1970
L'aigle Noir
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Une Soirée Avec BarbaraPhilips · 1969
1969
Une Soirée Avec Barbara
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Barbara In ConcertPhilips · 1969
1969
Barbara In Concert
Vinyl, LP, Album
Live
Le Soleil NoirPhilips · 1968
1968
Le Soleil Noir
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Barbara Singt BarbaraPhilips · 1967
1967
Barbara Singt Barbara
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
BarbaraPhilips · 1967
1967
Barbara
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Bobino 1967Philips · 1967
1967
Bobino 1967
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Dis, Quand Reviendras-Tu ?CBS · 1966
1966
Dis, Quand Reviendras-Tu ?
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Barbara N°2Philips · 1965
1965
Barbara N°2
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Barbara Chante BarbaraPhilips · 1964
1964
Barbara Chante Barbara
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Chante BrassensOdeon · 1960
1960
Chante Brassens
Vinyl, LP, 10", Album, Mono
Studio
Barbara À L'ÉcluseLa Voix De Son Maître · 1959
1959
Barbara À L'Écluse
Vinyl, LP, 10", Album, Mono
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Barbara's career.

01
L'Aigle Noir
·
02
Si La Photo Est Bonne
·
03
Nantes
Nantes
Dis, Quand Reviendras-Tu ? · 1966
04
Ma Plus Belle Histoire D'amour
Ma Plus Belle Histoire D'amour
Barbara · 1967
05
Dis, Quand Reviendras-Tu ?
Dis, Quand Reviendras-Tu ?
Dis, Quand Reviendras-Tu ? · 1966
06
Göttingen
Göttingen
Châtelet 87 · 1987
07
Du Bout Des Lèvres
·
08
Pierre
·

The essentials

The 3 Barbara albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1970
LP, Album, Stereo
L'aigle Noir

This 1970 album includes the famous title track 'L'aigle Noir,' delivering a nuanced mix of chanson and pop in stereo sound.

10 tracksStereoPhilips labelIconic title track
#2 · 1981
LP, Album
Seule

Released in 1981, 'Seule' features 12 tracks of introspective vocals and melancholic melodies appealing to chanson fans.

12 tracksPhilips labelStereo reissues availableStrong vinyl market presence
#3 · 1967
LP, Album, Mono
Barbara

The self-titled 1967 album captures Barbara's early chanson style with 9 tracks in mono format, essential for collectors.

9 tracksMonoPhilips labelStudio album

Go further

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Collectors

For vinyl die-hards

The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.

Market values (source: Discogs)

For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.

Seule
Master release · LP · 1981
Market position i
5,30 €
Min price 3 €Max price 8 €
Average price 5,30 €
Only 71 copies for sale on Discogs
12 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
L'aigle Noir
Master release · LP · 1970
Market position i
3,59 €
Min price 2 €Max price 4 €
Average price 3,59 €
Only 55 copies for sale on Discogs
139 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Barbara
Master release · LP · 1967
Market position i
4,87 €
Min price 2 €Max price 12 €
Average price 4,87 €
Only 39 copies for sale on Discogs
48 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Dis, Quand Reviendras-Tu ?
Master release · LP · 1966
Market position i
6,50 €
Min price 5 €Max price 8 €
Average price 6,50 €
Only 28 copies for sale on Discogs
113 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Châtelet 87
Master release · LP · 1987
Market position i
6,42 €
Min price 4 €Max price 18 €
Average price 6,42 €
Only 40 copies for sale on Discogs
32 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Lily Passion
Master release · LP · 1986
Market position i
5,00 €
Min price 5 €Max price 5 €
Average price 5,00 €
Only 35 copies for sale on Discogs
26 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
L'aigle NoirLP, Album, Stereo
Philips Canada · 1970 6311.024 🔥 Standard edition
139 want · 1 222 have · ratio 0,1
L'aigle NoirLP, Album, Stereo
Philips France · 1970 6311.024, 6311 024 Original pressing
139 want · 1 222 have · ratio 0,1
2,00 €
Dis, Quand Reviendras-Tu ?LP, Album, Reissue, Mono
Columbia Canada · 1966 FL.341 🔥 Standard edition
113 want · 279 have · ratio 0,4
8,00 €
Dis, Quand Reviendras-Tu ?LP, Album, Reissue, Stereo
CBS France CBS 62660, 62.660 Original pressing
113 want · 279 have · ratio 0,4
6,00 €
BarbaraLP, Album, Mono
Philips Canada 70.441 🔥 Standard edition
48 want · 202 have · ratio 0,2
9,19 €
BarbaraLP, Album, Stereo
Philips Canada 844.719 Original pressing
48 want · 202 have · ratio 0,2
3,52 €
SeuleLP, Album, Reissue, Stereo
Philips France 6313134, 6313 134 🔥 Standard edition
12 want · 530 have · ratio 0
9,19 €
SeuleLP, Album, Reissue, Stereo
Philips France 6313134, 6313 134 Original pressing
12 want · 530 have · ratio 0
2,50 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Barbara

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

"I work on melodies by Duparc, Fauré, Debussy and discovered Charles Trenet and Edith Piaf early on."
— Barbara's musical background
01Early Album

'Barbara' studio LP issued in 1967 with 9 tracks in mono

The 1967 'Barbara' album released by Philips contains 9 tracks including 'Parce Que Je T'aime' and 'Ma Plus Belle Histoire D'amour', capturing early elements of her chanson style.

1967France
02Release

Original 'L'aigle Noir' album issued by Philips in 1970

The stereo LP 'L'aigle Noir' from 1970 became known for its mix of pop and chanson, containing 10 tracks including the five-minute title song.

1970France
03Pressing

Various original and reissue pressings in France and Canada

Key pressings of Barbara's albums include the original French Philips release of 'L'aigle Noir' and Canadian stereo/mono versions, offering choices for collectors.

1970France, Canada
04Live Recording

The 1981 album 'Seule' is a matured work with 12 tracks on Philips label

Released in 1981, 'Seule' is a studio album featuring melancholic lyrics and introspection, available in stereo with multiple reissues actively traded on vinyl markets.

1981France

FAQ

FAQ: Barbara on physical formats

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

Who was Barbara?

Barbara was a French singer-songwriter born in Paris in 1930, known for her poignant chanson style and poetic lyrics.

What are the key genres of Barbara's vinyl catalog?

Her vinyl releases primarily span pop and French chanson, blending intimate songwriting with melodic arrangements.

Which Barbara vinyl album features the famous title track 'L'aigle Noir'?

The 1970 LP 'L'aigle Noir' includes the celebrated title song and is available in stereo format.

Are original pressings of Barbara's albums available?

Yes, original LP pressings from the 1960s and 1970s, like 'L'aigle Noir' and the 1967 self-titled album, exist in France and Canada.

What vinyl labels released Barbara's albums?

Her albums were primarily released on Philips and Mercury Records, with various reissues appearing across multiple countries.

How many tracks are on the album 'Seule'?

The 1981 album 'Seule' features 12 tracks of introspective chanson and melancholic melodies.

Are there Barbara vinyl albums recorded live?

Yes, live albums such as 'Récital Pantin 81' are part of her catalog, showcasing her live performance presence.

Where can Barbara's records be found in France?

Vinyl pressings of Barbara's albums remain for sale in France, notably original Philips releases and reissues.

Transparency

Sources & method

This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.

Our method

  1. Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
  2. Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
  3. Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
  4. Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
  5. Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 04/07/2026