Pascal Obispo, an essential figure in French song, left his mark on the musical scene with successes like Lucie et The important thing is to love. His career, which lasts since the 90sis a model of consistency and talent. And recently, an artist praised his human qualities by affirming that Pascal Obispo was a faithful and trustworthy friend.
This revelation made at the microphone of RTL proves that the artist is an exceptional person, not only by his impressive musical journeybut also by his loyalty to those close to him. A man with a heart, both an accomplished artist and a sincere friend.
The singer announces the end of his career?
During an interview with Ciné Télé RevuePascal Obispo raised the possibility to withdraw from the scene in the near future, at 59 years old. Although he is working on a project planned for 2025the singer indicated that he was considering slow down its activity afterwards. He recognized that this new album could mark the end of his active careerspecifying that he thinking about retirement.
To this he added that it was important to know when to leave. While affirming that he does not see himself aging on stage, he explained that he would devote himself to other passions like painting, writing and literature, and could even continue creating music, but in a more private way, at home.
Pascal Obispo, a friend who wishes you well
During his appearance on Éric Jean-Jean’s show on RTLCalogero was full of praise for his friend Pascal Obispo. He mentioned the valuable support that the songwriter had brought to him at a difficult moment in his career. At the time, Calogero felt rejected by the musical worldlike a “leper”.
However, Pascal Obispo, whom he had known since the 90s, did not hesitate to reach out to him. He said that the interpreter of Fan remembered himi, had contacted his friend Delphine with whom he was living at the time, and asked her: “What the hell is he doing?” It must be said that at that time, Calogero was crossing financial difficultiesbut thanks to the concrete help of Pascal Obispo, he was able to overcome this ordeal.
“This guy here, he’s forgotten…”
Still in this interview, Calogero, visibly moved while talking about this difficult period of his life, confided: “I was completely in trouble, I didn’t have a penny left.” Faced with this, Pascal Obispo would have replied: “Me, I’m sure that if we restore his confidence… arrange a meeting.” He then added: “Okay, let’s go, I’ll support you, do your songs!”
Pascal Obispo, determined to help the singer in whom he visibly believed, also said: “This guy is forgotten.” This anecdote testifies solidarity and real support that the lyricist brought to Calogero at a career highlight. Their friendship, forged in mutual assistance, proves the beauty of their relationship, based on trust and generosity. A story with a happy ending!
