Artist page · 06/07/2026

France Gall

ParisBorn in 1947Pop11 vinyl albums
France Gall, born in Paris in 1947, was a French pop singer known for her extensive career starting in the 1960s with ye-ye hits and continuing into the 1990s with collaborations alongside Michel Berger.
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1139Discogs releases
473kLast.fm listeners

About

France Gall, A voice of French pop spanning from ye-ye to 90s classics.

Over 12 vinyl records listed with original pressings from 1960s Philips to 1980s Apache label editions.

France Gall began singing as a child in Paris before releasing her debut records in the early 1960s. She was a prominent figure in the French pop and ye-ye movement, gaining European recognition after winning the 1965 Eurovision Song Contest with "Poupée de cire, poupée de son," composed by Serge Gainsbourg. Her sound evolved over the decades, especially after partnering with Michel Berger in the 1970s, who wrote many of her well-known songs such as "Ella, Elle L'a" and "Résiste." Her discography includes numerous albums released on Philips, Atlantic, and Apache labels. She retired from performing after personal tragedies and left a legacy of over 20 million records sold worldwide.

Vinyl collectors can find various pressings from original mono editions in the 1960s to stereo reis…

Discography

France Gall — Discography

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

PleyelWea Music · 2005
2005
Pleyel
CD, Album
Studio
Concert Privé / Concert PublicWEA Music · 1997
1997
Concert Privé / Concert Public
CD, Album
Studio
FranceWea Music · 1996
1996
France
CD, Album
Studio
Simple Je (L'intégrale Bercy)WEA · 1994
1994
Simple Je (L'intégrale Bercy)
CD, Album
Studio
Simple Je (Rebranchée A Bercy 93)Apache · 1994
1994
Simple Je (Rebranchée A Bercy 93)
CD, Album
Studio
Simple Je (Débranchée À Bercy 93)Apache · 1993
1993
Simple Je (Débranchée À Bercy 93)
CD, Album
Studio
Le Tour De France 88Apache · 1988
1988
Le Tour De France 88
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
BabacarApache · 1987
1987
Babacar
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Au ZenithApache · 1985
1985
Au Zenith
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Débranche !Apache · 1984
1984
Débranche !
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
Palais Des SportsApache · 1982
1982
Palais Des Sports
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Tout Pour La MusiqueWarner Communications · 1981
1981
Tout Pour La Musique
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Paris, FranceAtlantic · 1980
1980
Paris, France
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
France Gall LiveAtlantic · 1978
1978
France Gall Live
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
Dancing DiscoWEA Filipacchi Music · 1977
1977
Dancing Disco
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
France GallAtlantic · 1976
1976
France Gall
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
1968Philips · 1968
1968
1968
Vinyl, LP, Album
Studio
すてきなフランス・ギャル = Baby BopPhilips · 1966
1966
すてきなフランス・ギャル = Baby Bop
Vinyl, LP, Album, Stereo
Studio
FGPhilips · 1966
1966
FG
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Baby PopPhilips · 1966
1966
Baby Pop
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Poupée De Cire, Poupée De SonPhilips · 1965
1965
Poupée De Cire, Poupée De Son
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
France GallPhilips · 1964
1964
France Gall
Vinyl, LP, 10", Album, Mono
Studio
N° 2Philips · 1964
1964
N° 2
Vinyl, LP, 10", Album, Mono
Studio
France GallPhilips · 1964
1964
France Gall
Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono
Studio
Studio album Live / EP

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up France Gall's career.

01
Laisse Tomber Les Filles
·
02
Poupée de cire, poupée de son
·
03
Ella, elle l'a
Ella, elle l'a
Babacar · 1987
04
Ella, elle l'a - Remasterisé en 2004
·
05
Il jouait du piano debout - Remasterisé En 2004
·
06
Les Sucettes
·
07
Résiste - Remasterisé en 2004
·
08
Il Jouait du Piano Debout
Il Jouait du Piano Debout
Concert Privé / Concert Public · 1997

The essentials

The 3 France Gall albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1987
Vinyl LP, Stereo
Babacar

Includes key tracks like "Ella, Elle L'a" and "Évidemment," reflecting her collaboration with Michel Berger during the peak of her career.

9 tracksStereoReleased on Apache labelMultiple pressings with price range €3.00–€9.19
#2 · 1984
Vinyl LP, Stereo
Débranche!

Features the title track "Débranche" and showcases her 1980s pop style, originally released on Apache with collectible German and French pressings.

9 tracksStereoApache labelGerman pressing available around €3.99
#3 · 2017
Vinyl LP
Best Of

A compilation gathering France Gall's French pop hits for new listeners and collectors alike, issued by Polydor.

CompilationPolydor labelPop francophone genre

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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.

Babacar
Master release · LP · 1987
Market position i
4,75 €
Min price 3 €Max price 9 €
Average price 4,75 €
Only 196 copies for sale on Discogs
321 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Débranche !
Master release · LP · 1984
Market position i
3,99 €
Min price 2 €Max price 4 €
Average price 3,99 €
Only 148 copies for sale on Discogs
124 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)

Notable pressings & editions

AlbumEdition Country · Year Matrix Market tension Value
BabacarLP, Album, Stereo
Apache (2) France · 1987 242 096-1 🔥 Standard edition
321 want · 5 298 have · ratio 0,1
3,00 €
BabacarLP, Album
Apache (2) Canada · 1987 24 20961 Original pressing
321 want · 5 298 have · ratio 0,1
5,51 €
Débranche !LP, Album, Stereo
Apache (2) France · 1984 240367-1 🔥 Standard edition
124 want · 3 264 have · ratio 0
Débranche !LP, Album
Apache (2) Germany · 1984 240 367-1 Original pressing
124 want · 3 264 have · ratio 0
3,99 €

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of France Gall

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

She is the symbol of a gently irreverent youth with hits like ‘Sacré Charlemagne,’ covered by choirs and schools.
— Summarized career note
01Eurovision

1965 Eurovision victory with "Poupée de cire, poupée de son"

France Gall won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1965 performing "Poupée de cire, poupée de son," written by Serge Gainsbourg. This victory brought her European fame, especially in Italy and Germany.

1965Eurovision
02Collaboration

Partnership with Michel Berger starting in 1976

France Gall married Michel Berger in 1976, launching a successful era with hit songs like "Résiste" and "Ella, Elle L'a," with Berger as composer and producer, reshaping her pop style in the late 1970s and 1980s.

1976France
03Pressings

Canadian and French LP pressings of "Babacar" (1987)

The LP "Babacar" was originally issued in 1987 on Apache label with both French and Canadian pressings. The French stereo pressing (catno 242 096-1) is frequently found, with prices from €3.00 to €9.19 depending on condition and rarity.

1987France, Canada
04Live Album

"Concert Privé / Concert Public" (1997) captures live performances

Released in 1997, this album features live recordings from France Gall's concerts, including acoustic and Olympia performances, showcasing her live vocal presence across 30 tracks.

1997France

FAQ

FAQ: France Gall on physical formats

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

What are the most sought-after France Gall vinyl records?

Notable vinyls include "Babacar" (1987) and "Débranche!" (1984), especially original pressings and limited edition colored vinyls.

How can I identify original pressings of France Gall albums?

Look for label details, country of release, catalog numbers, and vintage packaging; for example, "Babacar" original French pressing bears catalog number 242 096-1 on Apache label.

Are there France Gall vinyl reissues with colored vinyl?

Yes, for instance, "BABACAR (VINYLE BLANC LIMITÉ)" is a limited edition white vinyl reissue released in 2023 by Warner.

What genres encompass France Gall's music catalog?

Her catalog covers French pop, ye-ye, and variété genres, reflecting decades of evolution from the 1960s onward.

Which labels released France Gall's vinyl records?

Records were released on Philips in the 1960s, Atlantic in the 1970s and 1980s, and Apache and Warner in the 1980s and beyond.

Where were France Gall's notable albums recorded?

Key albums from the 1980s were produced under Michel Berger's supervision in Paris, shaping her renewed sound.

How popular is France Gall on streaming platforms?

She has over 470,000 monthly listeners and millions of plays, demonstrating enduring popularity beyond vinyl collectors.

Where in France was France Gall born?

France Gall was born in the 12th arrondissement of Paris in 1947.

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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: 06/07/2026