You can’t think of the 80’s and not think of this hit! When "C'est La Vie" hit the charts in 1987, I loved this song almost immediately!! This song is a beast!
It was co-written by singer/songwriter Robert S. “Robbie” Nevil from his self–titled debut album released in 1986.
A little history on this guy.
Nevil was born in Los Angeles, California and began playing guitar at age 11 and played in a series of cover bands. He began performing his original music and signed a publishing deal in 1983, writing songs for the Pointer Sisters, El DeBarge, and Earth, Wind & Fire.
It was 1986 when he received his first recording contract, signed with Manhattan Records and released his debut Album with much success. In 1988, he released his second album but failed to build on that success and released his third album in 1991with poor sales.
Did he let that stop him? No sir! Even though Nevil's days as a recording artist were numbered due to'80s pop music taking a back seat to hip hop and grunge music, he turned his complete focus to writing and producing. As a result, he was able to successfully write for acts like Babyface, Jessica Simpson and Destiny's Child.
In 2006 he collaborated with Matthew Gerrard of the group, “Smash Mouth”. Gerrard had been writing for Disney for some time and their work eventually led to a great partnership working on such notable Disney projects including The Cheetah Girls, High School Musical, and the Hannah Montana franchises.
Not too shabby!!
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