Joe Dassin

Joseph Ira Dassin (French: [dasɛ̃]; November 5, 1938 – August 20, 1980) was an American–French singer-songwriter and actor. He was the son of film director Jules Dassin.

Joe Dassin
Joe Dassin in the 1960s
Background information
Birth nameJoseph Ira Dassin
Born(1938-11-05)November 5, 1938
Brooklyn, New York City, U.S.
DiedAugust 20, 1980(1980-08-20) (aged 41)
Papeete, Tahiti, French Polynesia
GenresChanson
French pop
Occupation(s)Singer-songwriter
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar, piano
Years active1964–1980
Labels
  • Columbia (Canada, 1964–71)
  • RCA (Canada, 1972–76)
  • CBS (elsewhere, and Canada starting 1976)
Websitejoedassin.fr
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