French Foreign Legion
Nelson Riddle & His Orchestra, Frank Sinatra
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If you turn me down once more, I'll join the French Foreign Legion Bet you, they would welcome me, with open arms First you love me, yes; then you love me, no I don't know where I stand Do we march together down the isle Or do I march that desert sand If you think I won't find romance, in the French Foreign Legion Think about that uniform with all its charm Just one more time are you gonna be mine, or au revoir cheri It's the French Foreign Legion for me
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Written by: A. SCHROEDER, G. WOOD
Lyrics © A. SCHROEDER INTERNATIONAL LLC, BARTON MUSIC CORPORATION
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13 facts about this song
Release Information"French Foreign Legion" is a song that was recorded by Frank Sinatra on December 29th, 1958.
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Album ReleaseThe song first appeared on Sinatra's album "Come Dance With Me!".
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Single ReleaseInitially, it was also released as a B-Side for the single "Cycles" in 1968.
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Song CompositionThe lyrics for "French Foreign Legion" were penned by Aaron Schroeder while the music was composed by Guy Wood.
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Song ThemeThe song's lyrics metaphorically represent the singer's broken heart as being in the French Foreign Legion, serving time and mending the wounds.
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Album Success"Come Dance With Me!" is considered as one of Sinatra's most successful albums, topping the Billboard Pop Albums Chart and winning three Grammys including Album of the Year.
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Song AvailabilityToday, "French Foreign Legion" can be streamed on various platforms including Spotify, Apple Music, and Amazon Music.
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PopularityDespite the song not being one of Sinatra's more popular tracks, it exudes a certain charm and reflects his versatility as a singer and performer.
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Style of Singing"French Foreign Legion" is an example of Sinatra's ability to express emotion through his performance, delivering a song of heartbreak with a touch of jocularity.
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Critic ReviewsWhile it may not have had the same critical acclaim as other Sinatra songs such as "Fly Me to the Moon" or "My Way", "French Foreign Legion" is still appreciated by many Sinatra enthusiasts for its unique blend of humor and sentimentality.
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Frank Sinatra's LegacyEven though it's not among Sinatra's greatest hits, "French Foreign Legion" contributes to the massive body of work that made Sinatra one of the most important musical figures of the 20th century.
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Cover VersionsWhile not as frequently covered as other Sinatra songs, "French Foreign Legion" was performed by other musicians like Steve Lawrence in their tribute to the iconic singer.
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Unique CharacteristicOne of the interesting aspects about this song is its use of metaphoric language and cleverly crafted lyrics that intertwine romance and irony.
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