Dominique

Song Info:
"Dominique" by The Singing Nun (Soeur Sourire) was released in 1963. The song became a massive international hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. It also topped the charts in several other countries and became one of the best-selling singles of 1963.

Artist Bio:
The Singing Nun, whose real name was Jeanne-Paule Marie Deckers, was a Belgian Dominican nun and singer-songwriter. Born in 1933, she joined the convent in 1959 and began recording music in the early 1960s. Her music, including "Dominique," was characterized by its simple melodies and uplifting lyrics. Despite her initial success, Sister Luc-Gabrielle faced challenges within the church due to her growing fame and disagreements over her artistic direction. She eventually left the convent in the late 1960s and continued to pursue a music career, but struggled with financial difficulties and depression. Sister Luc-Gabrielle tragically took her own life in 1985.