Olympia 81 - Singles

Singles

  • "Chanteur des années 80"/"À ma manière"

"Chanteur des années 80"/"À ma manière" was the first single from the album, released in 1980, prior to the release of the album, and was extensively promoted on television and radio. Among notable TV performances for these two titles, Dalida sang both songs live in the French prime time TV show Stars.

  • "Fini, la comédie"/"Marjolaine"

"Fini, la comédie"/"Marjolaine" was released as a double-sided singles in France and Europe in 1981, as part of the promotion campaign following the release of the album. The songs were performed on international awards shows where Dalida was granted high profile awards such as the Golden Europa Award in Germany where Dalida received the award for most popular female artist.

  • "Il pleut sur Bruxelles"/"Et la vie continuera"

"Il pleut sur Bruxelles"/"Et la vie continuera" was released during the Olympia 81 series of concerts in Paris. Most of the television performances of "Il pleut sur Bruxelles" were sung live by Dalida with a live orchestra.

  • "Americana"/"Une femme à quarante ans"

"Americana" was not available on the album and was a summer single recorded and released by Dalida in 1981. Dalida filmed a video clip for this song to promote it. The B-side, Une femme à quarante ans, is an album song written and composed by Didier Barbelivien that talks about women over 40 and their maturity in life.

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