Ycare

Ycare is a French singer-songwriter and musician who was born in Dakar, Senegal, to Lebanese parents. He later moved to France, where he developed his musical career. He became widely known in 2008 after appearing on the French television talent show Nouvelle Star, finishing around the final stages of the competition.

His career really took off after Nouvelle Star. He released his debut album Au bord du monde in 2009, followed by Lumière noire (2011), La Somone (2014), Adieu je t'aime (2018), and later the albums Des millions d'années and Ycare.

Ycare is particularly respected as a songwriter and composer, having written or co-written songs for artists including Zaz, Nolwenn Leroy, Joyce Jonathan, Amel Bent, Garou and Patrick Fiori. France Télévisions describes him as an artist who regularly puts his songwriting and composing skills at the service of other performers.

Some of his most recognised songs and collaborations include “Lap Dance,” “D'autres que nous” with Axelle Red, “Animaux fragiles” with Zaz, “A Mi Manera” with Amel Bent, “Dans mes bras” with Lara Fabian, “Tomber” with Mentissa, and “Eau de javel” with Claudio Capéo.

He also has a strong connection to Africa through his birthplace and early life in Dakar. In his early career, he returned to Dakar to record music at Youssou N'Dour's studio, before continuing his career in France.