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Why did Canadian disco queen France Joli not become the "Celine Dion" of her time ?

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Oct 18, 2024
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1979: A Teen Disco Sensation Takes Over

In the summer of 1979, the dance floors across America were ruled by a then 16-year-old France Joli and her hit single “Come To Me.” Joli, with her sweeping vocals and undeniable stage presence, seemed poised for global superstardom. Her song was not just another disco track; it topped the U.S. dance charts and became an anthem in clubs and on the radio. But despite this explosive debut, Joli never became the global sensation she seemed destined to be. What went wrong?

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