"Serge Lama is a French singer and songwriter born on March 5, 1943, in Bordeaux. Lama is regarded as one of the most popular singers of French song and has sold over 30 million albums worldwide, earning him the title of "Favorite French Singer" in 1979. Lama began his career in the 1960s, performing in various jazz clubs in Bordeaux. In 1968, he released his first album, "Le poète ferait mieux de travailler," which was an immediate success. Lama is known for his melancholic and introspective songs, often tinged with humor. Some of his greatest hits include "Je suis malade," "Je t'aime," "Le petit homme," and "Un jour, un enfant." Lama has also been actively involved in various social and political causes. In 1998, he established the Serge Lama Foundation, which supports projects that benefit children and adolescents."

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