Belle
Daniel Lavoie, Patrick Fiori, Garou
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Singers and Song Origin"Belle" is a song performed by Daniel Lavoie, Patrick Fiori, and Garou from the musical "Notre Dame de Paris." Launched in France in 1998, the musical quickly gained popularity, and the song "Belle" is one of its best-known tracks.
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Song Writing and ComposingThe music for "Belle" was composed by Richard Cocciante, while the lyrics were written by Luc Plamondon. These two are also the creators of the entire "Notre Dame de Paris" musical.
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Recognition and Awards"Belle" received the NRJ Music Award for French Song of the Year in 1999. This recognition underpins the track's popularity and the permeating impact it had at the time.
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Characters and their InterpretersIn "Belle," each singer represents a different character from the "Notre Dame de Paris" narrative. Daniel Lavoie sings the part of Frollo, Patrick Fiori the part of Phoebus, and Garou the role of Quasimodo.
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Chart PerformanceIn France, "Belle" not only reached number one on the charts but also stayed in that spot for an astounding 18 weeks, proving its domestic popularity and wide-reaching appeal.
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International SuccessBeyond its success in France, "Belle" also performed well internationally. The song reached the number one spot on the charts in Belgium and the number two spot in Quebec, Canada.
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Multilingual PerformancesThe "Notre-Dame de Paris" musical has been performed in many languages, including English, Spanish, Italian, Russian, and Korean. Consequently, the song "Belle" has been interpreted in these languages by different artists throughout the years.
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Inspired by a Classic NovelThe "Notre Dame de Paris" musical and the song "Belle" are based on the novel "The Hunchback of Notre-Dame" by Victor Hugo, published in 1831. The timeless story of Quasimodo and Esmeralda has captivated audiences for nearly two centuries.
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Live PerformanceThe three original singers, Daniel Lavoie, Patrick Fiori, and Garou, have reunited numerous times to perform "Belle" live. One notable performance was during the 20th-anniversary tour of "Notre Dame de Paris."
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Cultural ImpactNearly two decades after its release, "Belle" remains a beloved song in France and beyond. Its enduring popularity speaks to the resonating emotions and compelling characters of both the song and the broader musical.
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