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Pascal ObispoPop singer
Date of Birth: 08.01.1965
Country:  France |
Content:
- Biography of Pascal Obispo
- Early Life and Musical Beginnings
- Rise to Fame
- Activism and Charitable Work
- Later Career and Personal Life
Biography of Pascal Obispo
Pascal Obispo is a French pop singer who is known for his prolific career in the French music industry. Born on January 8, 1965, in Bergerac, Obispo has become one of the most successful artists in the French music scene alongside Jean-Jacques Goldman.
Early Life and Musical Beginnings
Obispo's father was a football player for the Girondins de Bordeaux team. In his childhood, Pascal aspired to become a professional basketball player. Supported by his parents, he moved to Rennes with his mother in 1978. It was there that he discovered his true calling in music.
In the early 1980s, artists such as Étienne Daho and the band Niagara emerged in Rennes, and Obispo played a role in supporting their early careers. In 1988, Obispo formed his first band, Senso. His talent caught the attention of producers, and he signed a contract with Epic Studios. He released his first album, "Le long du fleuve," which went unnoticed at the time but has since become a rarity.
Rise to Fame
In 1992, Obispo released his second album, "Plus que tout au monde," which quickly gained success, mainly due to the hit song of the same name. Subsequently, his albums "Un jour comme aujourd'hui" in 1994 and "Superflu" in 1996 also achieved commercial success.
In 1997, his album "Superflu" sold over 300,000 copies, and Obispo performed six consecutive nights at the legendary Olympia theater in Paris. He also went on to perform at the Zenith venue in Paris. Additionally, Obispo participated in Celine Dion's concerts in France in early 1996, performing four consecutive evenings in Bercy.
Activism and Charitable Work
Obispo's success allowed him to use his platform to address important issues. After the creation of the musical "Les Dix Commandements" ("The Ten Commandments"), Obispo turned his attention to the fight against AIDS. His song "Sa raison d'être" ("His Reason for Being") brought in 45 million francs, half of which was donated to AIDS research, and the other half to help families affected by the disease.
In 2001, his album "Noël Ensemble" brought together around 110 artists, compared to 48 artists the year before, to raise funds for charity during the Christmas season.
Later Career and Personal Life
In 1999, Obispo released his album "Soledad" and subsequently focused on writing the musical "Les Dix Commandements." Following the success of "Soledad" and the musical, he released the concert album "Millésime," which featured performances from his friends and fellow artists, including Johnny Hallyday and Florent Pagny.
In 2004, Obispo released his eighth album, "Live Fan, Studio Fan," which quickly rose to the top of the French charts. The song "Fan" became incredibly popular as a mobile phone ringtone. Obispo continues to remain relevant in the music industry, with his albums consistently charting.
In terms of his personal life, Obispo got engaged to Isabelle Funaro on December 31, 1999, and they married on April 4, 2000. They have a son named Sean, who was born on October 11, 2000, on the premiere day of "Les Dix Commandements."
