Annie Cordy - Nini La Chance

Review by Cynthia Gratzer

Nini La Chance by Annie Cordy: A Retro French Gem That’ll Make You Go “Ooh La La!” Let’s cut to the chase—Nini La Chance is one of those albums that feels like a time machine back to 1976 France, complete with berets, baguettes, and maybe even a mime or two (okay, maybe not the mime). Released under CBS Records, this quirky blend of Stage & Screen, Pop, Chanson, and Musical vibes has all the charm of a Parisian café on a sunny afternoon. And who better to guide us through this melodic journey than Annie Cordy herself? With her powerhouse vocals and infectious energy, she makes sure you don’t just listen—you feel. Now let me break it down for ya. The album was orchestrated and arranged by Paul Piot, which sounds fancy enough to make you picture him in a velvet suit sipping red wine while scribbling notes furiously. Jacques Mareuil penned some clever-as-hell lyrics, Georges Liferman composed tunes that stick to your brain like caramel sauce, and Pierre Carrel produced the whole shebang while also handling art direction. Honestly, if teamwork made dream work, these folks were living the dream. Standout Tracks That’ll Stick With You First up, we’ve got “Dingue De La Danse”, because who doesn’t love a song about being absolutely nuts for dancing? This track is pure joy wrapped in a disco bow. It’s upbeat, bouncy, and practically begs you to get off your couch and bust out moves you didn’t know you had. I mean, seriously, try listening without tapping your feet—it’s impossible. Annie’s voice here is so full of sass and sparkle that it’s hard not to imagine her shimmying across a glittery stage in sequins. If this song doesn’t put a smile on your face, check your pulse. Then there’s “Pourquoi Tu Me Bats Léon?”, which translates roughly to “Why Do You Hit Me, Leon?” Uh…awkward title aside, this tune is an absolute earworm. The playful delivery masks what could be a very dark topic, but instead, it comes off as cheeky and theatrical. It’s catchy as heck, too. Like, you’ll find yourself humming it at random moments—while brushing your teeth, waiting in line at the grocery store, during awkward silences at family dinners. Don’t say I didn’t warn you. Why This Album Still Matters (Kinda) What strikes me most about Nini La Chance is how unapologetically French it is. There’s no attempt to cater to global trends; it’s dripping with local flavor, from the chanson-style storytelling to the musical nods to classic French cinema. Even the artwork by Jan Mara screams vintage chic—a perfect match for the vibe inside. Sure, some tracks feel repetitive (looking at you, multiple versions of the same songs), but hey, repetition can be comforting. Plus, when you’re dealing with such delightful melodies and witty lyrics, hearing them twice isn’t exactly torture. Final Thoughts: Quirky But Loveable If I’m being honest, Nini La Chance won’t change your life. But it might brighten your day—or at least give you something fun to hum along to. Listening to it felt like flipping through an old photo album: nostalgic, slightly kitschy, but oddly endearing. So grab a croissant, pour yourself a glass of rosé, and hit play. Just don’t blame me if you start randomly waltzing around your living room. Oh, and one last thing—why does Leon hit people? Asking for a friend. Rating: 7.5/10 Because sometimes imperfection is part of the charm.

Artist: Annie Cordy
Album: Nini La Chance

France

1976

Rating: 4.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Un Gars Comme Ça	2:50
Je N'peux Pas T'oublier	1:58
Dis Pourquoi Tu Me Bats Léon	2:50
Y'A Des Moments	2:30
Dis, Pourquoi Tu Me Bats Léon ?	2:50
Nous On Est Pour	1:40
Caramela	3:13
Le Clan Des Ecossais	2:17
Dis, Pourquoi Tu Me Bats Leon?	2:50
Je N'Peux Pas T'Oublier	1:58
La Noce A Nogent	2:42
Un Gars Comme Ca	2:50
Le Clan Des Écossais	2:17
Nini La Chance	3:15
Ca Ira Mieux Demain	3:23
Dingue De La Dance	1:58
Dingue De La Danse	1:58
La Noce À Nogent	2:42
Y'a Des Moments	2:30
Les Dupont	2:38

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Catalog Numbers

40-81649
CBS 4657
CBS 81649

Labels

CBS

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kuunnella verkossa
online luisteren
ouvir online
online anhören
lytte på nettet
ascolta in linea
écouter en ligne
escuchar en línea
lyssna på nätet

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7"
45 RPM
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Companies

Role	Company
Published By	Corany Music
Printed By	France Imprimerie
Phonographic Copyright (p)	CBS Inc.
Copyright (c)	CBS Inc.

Credits

Role	Credit
Arranged By	Paul Piot
Orchestrated By	Paul Piot
Art Direction	Pierre Carrel
Conductor	Willy De Cart
Lyrics By	Jacques Mareuil
Music By	Georges Liferman
Vocals	Annie Cordy, Guy Pierauld, Jacques Mareuil, James Sparrow
Artwork	Jan Mara
Producer	Pierre Carrel

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Different colr label of :Annie Cordy - Nini La Chance
Extracts of the musical comedy "Nini the Chance"
side A tracks are numbered 1 to 6
side B tracks are numbered 17, 8 to 13
Made in France
Printed in France

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Rights Society: SACEM SACD SGDL SDRM
Price Code: A
Other (Price Code): A
Other: F

About Annie Cordy

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Belgian film actress and singer (born June 16th, 1928, Laeken, Belgium; died September 4th, 2020, Vallauris, France)

Real Name

Léonie Cooreman

Name Vars

A. Cordy
Annie Cody
Annie Gordy
Anny Cordy
Cordy
Анни Корди
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Aliases

Léonie Cooreman
Nini Cordy

Interesting fact about Album

Did you know? The 1976 French album *Nini La Chance* by Annie Cordy is a hidden gem in the world of chanson and musical pop. It’s packed with quirky tracks like “Dis, Pourquoi Tu Me Bats Leon?”—a song that stands out for its playful storytelling. The album was orchestrated and arranged by Paul Piot, who added a lush, theatrical touch to each track. Fun detail: it features not one but three versions of certain songs, showing how much care went into perfecting every moment. A true product of its time, bursting with charm!

Comments

grassfieldsportal

2025-03-10

J'adore!!!

tokeyaladeen

2025-03-09

génial ! comment est il possible de se procurer cet enregistrement ?
ça ferait vraiment du bien de revoir ce spectacle.

zsuffee

2025-03-09

Notre Annie que nous aimons tant. Notre "Nini" son surnom.

strongwithtwosugars

2025-03-08

IL existe un enregistrement du 18 / 12 1978 enregistré à TF1 . c'était la dernière de ce spectacle qui a d'abord commencé par la province puis ensuite à Paris .

fixeotoulon

2025-03-07

Una comedia musical muy bonita. Felicidades.

willisanita

2025-03-07

Mon dieu , je pensais pas revoir ça !!!!!
quel bonheur , moi aussi j'y etais et ce spectacle agrandement contribué à ma passion d'aujourd'hui !!
Comme j'aimerai revoir toute cette fantastique comedie musicale française !!!! une vraie comme on savait les faire à l'epoque !