Jacques Brel (1929–1978) was a Belgian French-language poet, bard, actor, and director. Born in Belgium, he became one of the most influential figures in the chanson genre. His songs, such as "Ne me quitte pas" and "Amsterdam" became classics, and his heartfelt lyrics and emotional performances inspired countless artists worldwide. Jacques Brel also acted in films and directed. His work had a significant influence on the development of pop music and French chanson.

• Genres: Поп, Эстрада
• Country: Belgium
• Language: French, Portuguese, English, Dutch, Czech, Italian