Yseult's Performance at Paris Olympics Highlights Cultural Ties
Yseult's rendition of My Way at the Paris Olympics Closing Ceremony showcased the deep cultural connections between France and the USA.
During the Closing Ceremony of the Paris Olympics, French singer-songwriter Yseult wowed the world with her performance of My Way, a song that has deep roots in the history of French music. Apart from demonstrating her outstanding vocal abilities, the performance underlined the connection between the French culture and that of the United States, seeing that the Olympic torch will head to Los Angeles in 2028.
Originally based on the French song Comme d’habitude by Claude Francois, My Way signifies the shared heritage that the two countries maintain in the realms of art. The choice of the given piece by Yseult illustrates the power and purpose of art in the context of the Olympic Games.
Yseult first gained prominence in France as a runner-up of the version of American Idol, called Nouvelle Star, in 2014; since then, she has been a leading figure in the French music industry. Therefore, the event was a crucial step in the performer’s career. More importantly, it must have been a pleasant surprise for the athlete to be able to build a vivid connection between the country hosting the last Olympics and the one where the next ones will take place.
