"Les Corons" is a famous French song by Pierre Bachelet and was written by Jean-Pierre Lang and music composed by Bachelet himself. "Les corons" is a regional hymn for the Northern miners of France. The iconic song describes the pride of France's miners, their life and struggle and their feasts, also integrating the music and folklore of the region. The single was released in 1982 on the Polydor record label. It was also included in the self-titled album Pierre Bachelet.
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"Les Corons" | |
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Single by Pierre Bachelet | |
from the album Pierre Bachelet | |
Released | 1982 |
Recorded | 1982 |
Genre | Traditional French song |
Length | 4:12 |
Label | Polydor |
Songwriter(s) | Jean-Pierre Lang (lyrics) Pierre Bachelet (music) |
Music video | |
"Les Corons" on YouTube | |
The supporters of the football club RC Lens use it as a chant. It also became a popular song of the students of École des Mines de Douai.
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