Marie Laforêt - Vol2

Review by Maurizio Morabito

Vol2 is the second album by French singer and actress Marie Laforêt. Released in 1964, this album features 12 tracks that showcase Laforêt's versatile vocal range and her ability to sing in multiple languages.

The album opens with "Marie Douceur, Marie Colère" (also known as "Paint It Black"), a cover of The Rolling Stones' hit song. Laforêt's version is sung entirely in French and features an upbeat tempo that contrasts with the dark lyrics.

Other standout tracks on Vol2 include "Viens sur la montagne," a French adaptation of the Italian song "Vengo anch'io (no, tu no)," and "Je suis folle de vous," a playful love song that demonstrates Laforêt's ability to sing in a higher register.

One of the most striking aspects of Vol2 is the diversity of musical styles and languages represented on the album. Laforêt sings in French, Italian, Spanish, and even English, and the album includes elements of pop, folk, and chanson.

Summary by Maurizio Morabito

Vol2 is a strong follow-up to Laforêt's debut album and showcases her talent as a singer and interpreter of diverse musical styles. Fans of French pop music and 1960s music in general will appreciate the range and quality of the tracks on this album.