Michel Polnareff is a French singer-songwriter and musician, born on July 3, 1944, in Nérac, France. Renowned for his flamboyant style and eclectic music, Polnareff rose to fame in the 1960s and 1970s with hits like "La Poupée qui fait non" and "Goodbye Marylou." His innovative approach to pop music and charismatic stage presence garnered him a dedicated following, while his sometimes controversial public persona kept him in the spotlight. Despite facing personal challenges and a period of self-imposed exile from France, Polnareff remains an iconic figure in French popular culture, celebrated for his enduring influence on the music scene.