Francis Cabrel, born November 23, 1953, is a renowned French singer-songwriter, composer, and guitarist. Widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in French music, he is celebrated for his poetic lyrics and folk-inspired sound, with touches of blues and country. Over his career, Cabrel has sold more than 25 million albums and produced numerous iconic songs, including L'encre de tes yeux, Je l'aime à mourir, Petite Marie, and La corrida. His music has crossed borders, with covers such as Shakira’s Je l'aime à mourir becoming international hits. While Cabrel primarily sings in French, he has also recorded tracks in Spanish, Italian, and Occitan. Known for his privacy, he made headlines in 2015 when he tried to prevent the release of an unauthorized biography about his life.