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Few singer-songwriters have shaped global chanson like Charles Aznavour. Born Shahnour Vaghinag Aznavourian in Paris in 1924, he wrote over 1,200 songs, recorded more than 1,400, and sold over 180 million records worldwide. Between his first recordings in 1952 and his final studio work before his death in 2018, his catalog expanded to roughly 80 original albums and hundreds of singles in French, English, German, Italian, and Spanish.

This article covers Aznavour’s official discography from 1952 through 2008—his peak creative period—offering a roadmap for fans who want to explore his music legally and in high quality.

In the 1980s, Aznavour became a symbol of French culture worldwide. His albums were highly produced and often featured strings and choirs. Politically, he wrote “Pour toi Arménie” (1989) after the Spitak earthquake.

Major 1980s albums:

Despite being in his 70s, Aznavour remained prolific. He released albums of new songs, duets, and even rock-inflected work. In 1998, he was named CNN’s Entertainer of the Century.

Key releases 1990–2008: