Romain Brel
Belgian singer (1929–1978)
1929 — 1978
Quick Facts
Profession
Belgian singer (1929–1978)
Born
April 8, 1929
Died
1978 (age ~49)
Name Origin
French
Timeline
screenwriter, actor, writer
BelgiumBorn in SchaerbeekDied in Avicenne Hospital
1929
Born in Schaerbeek (1929-04-08)
1956
Notable workQuand on n'a que l'amour
1959
Notable workNe me quitte pas
1961
Notable workL'Ivrogne
1962
Notable workLes Bourgeois
1962
Notable workBruxelles
About
Jacques Romain Georges Brel was a Belgian singer and actor who composed and performed theatrical songs. He generated a large, devoted following—initially in Belgium and France, but later throughout the world. He is considered a master of the modern chanson.
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Who is Romain Brel?+
Jacques Romain Georges Brel was a Belgian singer and actor who composed and performed theatrical songs. He generated a large, devoted following—initially in Belgium and France, but later throughout the world. He is considered a master of the modern chanson.
What does the name Romain mean?+
The name Romain means "A male given name from French.". It is of French origin.
When was Romain Brel born?+
Romain Brel was born on April 8, 1929.
When did Romain Brel die?+
Romain Brel died in 1978, at approximately 49 years of age.
Name Meaning
A male given name from French.
The name Romain is of French origin, meaning "A male given name from French.". It is traditionally a male name.
Other famous people named Romain
Romain — April 8, 1929
Zodiac & Calendar Signs
Western Zodiac
Aries
Bold, energetic, courageous
Fire · Mars · Mar 21 – Apr 19
Chinese Zodiac
Snake
Enigmatic, intelligent, wise
Earth · Yin
Mayan Tzolkin
7 Manik
Deer — grace, healing, gentleness
Celtic Tree
Alder
Courageous, passionate, confident
Ogham: Fearn · Mar 18 – Apr 14
Birthstone: Diamond — Eternal love, clarity
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I use your work to teach. Pure genius, every note.
— a music teacher
Played your track at 2am. The phone lines lit up.
— late night radio
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