Pierre Lapointe

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Pierre Lapointe
Lapointe performing in the Côté-Cour café-théâtre in Jonquière, QC (March 2011).
Background information
Born	(1981-05-23) 23 May 1981 (age 43) Alma, Quebec, Canada
Genres	Chanson
Occupation(s)	Musician, singer-songwriter
Instrument(s)	Vocals, keyboard
Labels	Audiogram, Columbia France
Website	www.pierrelapointe.com

Pierre Lapointe (born 23 May 1981) is a Canadian singer-songwriter. His work largely follows in the tradition of French chanson, though he is influenced by modern pop music.^[1] Defining himself as a "popular singer", he has built an egocentric persona of a dandy onstage, but says he does this mostly to deflect attention from himself.^[2] His records have found critical and commercial success in Canada.^[2] His regular tours in France ensured him a growing popularity as well as critical recognition.^[3]