Christophe Maé (né Martichon) is a singer-songwriter from the south of France. He cites as a main musical influence, Stevie Wonder, whose music he discovered when he was bed-ridden from an injury in his teens. Because of Stevie Wonder, he applied himself to learning how to play the harmonica, an instrument he continues to use extensively in his music. He has also cited Bob Marley -- and I suspect, Marvin Gaye. He made a name for himself on the stage in the musical Le Roi Soleil. After which, he started his career as a recording artist.
This track is from his album Je veux du bonheur, an album that is clearly influenced by the musical geography of the United States, blending New Orleans jazz, country, and rhythm & blues. Enjoy!
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