Valerie Lagrange - Je suis la femme (1966)

"Je suis la femme" (1966) is the debut studio album by French actress and singer Valérie Lagrange, released during the peak of the Yé-yé pop era. The record showcases a sophisticated blend of French chanson and baroque pop. A highlight of the album is the track "La guérilla," written by Serge Gainsbourg, which introduced his signature ironic and provocative aesthetic to the release. The album also features "La chanson de Tessa," based on a text by Jean Giraudoux with music by Maurice Jaubert, highlighting Valérie’s deep connection to France’s theatrical and poetic heritage. The overall sound is defined by lush orchestral arrangements and emotive vocals, striking a balance between melancholic reflection and the vibrant energy of the 1960s.

Tracklist:
1-1 Valerie Lagrange - Moitié ange, moitié bête [2:16]
1-2 Valerie Lagrange - Trois cigarettes [1:55]
1-3 Valerie Lagrange - Mizzie la pie [2:07]
1-4 Valerie Lagrange - Pour te plaire [2:43]
1-5 Valerie Lagrange - Le même jour [2:19]
1-6 Valerie Lagrange - La chanson de Tessa [3:31]
1-7 Valerie Lagrange - Il neige sur les roses [1:58]
1-8 Valerie Lagrange;Los Incas - La guérilla [2:53]
1-9 Valerie Lagrange - Je suis la femme [2:33]
1-10 Valerie Lagrange - Anatole [2:26]
1-11 Valerie Lagrange - La dame d'or [3:45]
1-12 Valerie Lagrange - Encore un jour de notre amour [2:22]