Polnareff Cursed Courses

Polnareff cursed is a phrase used to describe the misfortune that follows French singer-songwriter Michel Polnareff. Polnareff is best known for hits such as “Goodbye Marylou” and “Holiday in My Heart”. Originally, the phrase was used in the context of the many heartbreaks and career-ending events that has befallen the singer throughout his long career. Polnareff is often considered to be jinxed due to the many problems that have occurred in his career. For example, in 1962, Polnareff broke his left arm during a motorbike accident and was unable to play the guitar for several months. In 1965, he was in a car accident when he was hit by a drunk driver from behind, resulting in serious injuries that affected his hearing and speech. He lost the hearing in his left ear, suffered a detached retina, and was unable to speak for many weeks. This accident not only ended his already thriving music career, but it also led him to bouts of serious depression. Another tragic event in his life was the suicide of his songwriting partner, Denyse Buffet, in 1967. She had been Polnareff's muse, and her death had a profound effect on him. He moved to the US where he continued to write and record, but he never reached the same heights of success that he had achieved in the past. To this day, Polnareff is considered by some to be “cursed” and unlucky, but his fans remain devoted and steadfast in their support. Polnareff’s music still resonates with listeners, as it remains popular in France and among French expatriates worldwide. Despite all his misfortunes, his successes, especially in France, have earned him the title of a national treasure.