Charles Dumont, Who Wrote Enduring Melodies for Edith Piaf, Dies at 95
Briefly

"My mother gave birth to me, but Edith Piaf brought me into the world," Mr. Dumont said in a 2015 interview, epitomizing his profound connection to the iconic singer.
"Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien, introduced in 1960, became a definitive song for a definitive French singer, a woman who became not just a global star but also a cultural ambassador for her country."
The song's martial solemnity and powerful lyrics present a defiant rejection of the past, urging listeners to embrace a new future.
Mr. Dumont had a prolific career, crafting music for notable artists and projects, yet the songs he wrote for Piaf would define his legacy.
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