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Musical artist

Raymond Asso (2 June 1901 – 24 October 1968) was a French lyricist.

Early life

Born in Nice, France, his parents separation saw him leave for Morocco at the age of 15.

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After his arrival he tried numerous professions, including: shepherd, factory worker, chauffeur and nightclub manager. Between 1916 and 1919 he enlisted as a Spahi (a member of a North African cavalry regiment in the French army), being deployed in Turkey and Syria.

After a lack of success and satisfaction with these occupations, he eventually turned to writing in 1933, working on his own lyrics and poetry.^[1]

Career

Chanson

He began working in chanson but success eluded him until he met Édith Piaf in 1935.

The Frenchchanteuse became his lover and muse. Asso's writing became focused on providing lyrics for his new partner, penning numerous lyrics inspired by her. Asso became more than a partner to Piaf, acting as her mentor and teaching her how