# Enrico Macias > French recording artist; singer **Wikidata**: [Q325097](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q325097) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enrico_Macias) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/enrico-macias ## Summary Enrico Macias is a French recording artist and singer, recognized as an Officer of the Legion of Honour, who has had a long career in music since 1962, working with major labels including Pathé, EMI, and Philips Records, and contributing to genres such as chanson and world music. ## Biography - Born: 1938-12-11 - Nationality: France - Education: Not specified in source material - Known for: French recording artist and singer - Employer(s): Pathé, EMI, Philips Records, and other music labels - Field(s): Music, specifically chanson and world music ## Contributions Enrico Macias has contributed to the music industry through his recordings and performances. He has worked with multiple major record labels including Pathé, EMI, and Philips Records. His work spans genres including chanson and world music, with specific contributions documented through his recordings and performances from 1962 onward. The source material indicates his involvement with various music labels and genres, though specific album titles or songs are not detailed. ## FAQs **What record labels has Enrico Macias worked with?** Enrico Macias has been affiliated with multiple major record labels throughout his career, including Pathé, EMI, and Philips Records. **What genres of music does he perform?** Enrico Macias is known for performing chanson and world music, with his work encompassing both traditional French song styles and broader international musical traditions. **When did his music career begin?** His music career started in 1962 according to the source material, with his work period beginning at that time. **What is his nationality?** Enrico Macias is French, as indicated by his citizenship designation in the source material. **Has he received any formal recognition?** Yes, he has received the Officer of the Legion of Honour, a second rank of the French Legion of Honour. ## Why They Matter Enrico Macias has made significant contributions to French music culture through his long-standing career as a recording artist and singer. His work has helped preserve and promote French musical traditions while also incorporating international influences. As a recipient of the Legion of Honour, he represents the recognition of French cultural figures who contribute to national heritage. His career demonstrates the evolution of French popular music and the role of international record labels in promoting French artists globally. ## Notable For - Officer of the Legion of Honour (second rank of the French Legion of Honour) - Career spanning from 1962 to present - Work with major labels including Pathé, EMI, and Philips Records - Recognition in both French chanson and world music genres - Multiple music catalog identifiers and digital presence ## Body ### Early Life and Background Enrico Macias was born on December 11, 1938. The source material indicates his French nationality, though specific birthplace details are not provided. His early life and education are not documented in the source material. ### Career Beginnings Macias began his music career in 1962, as indicated by the work period start date. His early work involved collaborations with various music labels and producers. The source material shows his initial involvement with the music industry during this period. ### Record Label Affiliations Throughout his career, Macias has been associated with several major record labels: - **Pathé**: A French record label with which he has had professional relationships. - **EMI**: The British music recording company that has distributed his work. - **Philips Records**: The Dutch international record label that has been part of his career. The source material includes multiple catalog identifiers and connections to these labels, indicating his professional affiliations. ### Musical Genres and Style Macias's work spans multiple musical genres: - **Chanson**: The traditional French lyric-driven song form. - **World music**: The umbrella term for traditional, indigenous, popular or art music not following North American or British popular traditions. - **Andalusi classical music**: A music genre with historical connections to Spanish and North African traditions. These genre connections are documented through the source material's categorization of his work. ### Awards and Recognition Macias has received the Officer of the Legion of Honour, which is the second rank of the French Legion of Honour. This recognition is documented as an award received by him. ### Professional Identifiers The source material provides extensive professional identifiers: - Multiple P214 identifiers (87366220, 242797632) - P227 identifier (124610870) - P244 identifier (n80098480) - P268 identifier (11913799m) - P269 identifier (027273512) - P271 identifier (DA08424780) - P345 identifier (nm0532734) - P349 identifier (001171724) - P373 identifier (Enrico Macias) - P434 identifiers (4d2f9f61-5164-4038-8585-6e0c8aa2948c, 274d40ad-5d8c-41c5-b11d-fd104cafbe1e) - P569 identifier (1938-12-11) - P646 identifier (/m/08xt_d) - P742 identifier (Enrico Macias) - P950 identifier (XX1628701) - P1006 identifier (070699011) - P1015 identifier (2092261) - P1207 identifier (n2007099049) - P1220 identifiers (87946, 498175) - P1266 identifier (35844) - P1280 identifier (88673123) - P1368 identifier (000322673) - P1375 identifier (000592352) - P1477 identifier (Gaston Ghrenassia) - P1559 identifier (Gaston Ghrenassia) - P1728 identifier (mn0000798795) - P1741 identifier (128497) - P1828 identifier (00019016410) - P1902 identifier (1n1k5yFQxYhohOmSWVmTo6) - P1953 identifiers (119715, 3607644) - P2163 identifier (58685) - P2373 identifier (Enrico-macias) - P2397 identifier (UCzbJI1hFvki83mHMYrFfWvg) - P2510 identifier (17873) - P2605 identifier (154997) - P2850 identifier (14770973) - P2909 identifier (26660) - P3065 identifier (A003545414) - P3204 identifier (76102) - P3280 identifier (0000323416) - P3430 identifier (w6d79mhj) - P3478 identifier (260747) - P3733 identifier (7882) - P3788 identifier (000053656) - P3846 identifier (87097991456788) - P3980 identifier (310423) - P3997 identifier (987007312577405171) - P4104 identifier (49039) - P4124 identifiers (14953, 2314) - P4332 identifier (158179) - P4666 identifier (370052) - P4985 identifier (83973) - P5034 identifier (KAC2020O8043) - P5291 identifier (enrico-macias) - P5319 identifier (176499) - P5404 identifier (enrico-macias) - P5431 identifier (6bd71e66) - P5436 identifier (7894814.0) - P5617 identifier (enrico-macias-15113) - P5695 identifier (88747) - P5796 identifier (fran-macia) - P5882 identifier (M00000008896) - P6517 identifiers (Enrico-Macias, Gaston-Ghrenassia, Еnrico-Macias) - P6621 identifier (Enrico-Macias) - P6640 identifier (16040) - P6868 identifier (488853781) - P7052 identifier (ad2af0a3-e3f5-479d-aedb-0a4922216102) - P7109 identifier (enrico_macias) - P7212 identifier (enrico-macias-lyrics.html) - P7317 identifier (39492) - P7704 identifier (agent/base/79311) - P7929 identifier (p=gaston;n=ghrenassia) - P8022 identifier (chanson/enrico-macias) - P8094 identifier (ghrenassiag) - P8125 identifier (414423) - P8179 identifier (ncf10447324) - P8189 identifier (987007312577405171) - P8334 identifier (135924) - P8980 identifier (000196283) - P9171 identifier (393126) - P9328 identifier (20000094171) - P9371 identifier (131012454) - P9965 identifier (110925) - Genre identifiers (Q1062400, Q205049, Q623904) - P10780 identifier (enrico-macias) - P10832 identifier (E39PBJckK8HV7xMbyYVThjYpT3) - P11245 identifier (enricomaciasvevo) - P11249 identifier (14324930) - P11496 identifier (1140282266677697280) - P11613 identifier (1648) - P11646 identifier (j8ZFnNOBb) - P12098 identifier (883040) - P12214 identifier (enrico-macias) - P13183 identifier (124610870) - P13455 identifier (1461) - P13906 identifier (222093) - P14225 identifier (981005706836509366) - Aliases: Gaston Ghenassia - Occupation identifiers (Q488205, Q55960555, Q33999, Q12307965) - Citizenship: Q142 (France) - Educated at: Q84784869 (not specified in source material) - Instance of: Q5 (human) - Record labels: Q4923474 (Pathé), Q183412 (EMI), Q1536003, Q3541293 (Philips Records) - Award received: Q10855195 (Officer of the Legion of Honour), Q13452531, Q124833260 - Sitelink count: 37 - Wikipedia title: Enrico Macias - Work period start: +1962-00-00T00:00:00Z - Wikidata description: French recording artist; singer ### Career Development Macias's career has evolved over several decades, with his work period beginning in 1962. The source material indicates his continued professional activity through various music labels and genres. His professional presence is documented through multiple digital identifiers and catalog entries. ### Professional Impact The source material shows Macias's influence through his work with major international record labels and his contributions to both traditional French music and broader world music categories. His career demonstrates the internationalization of French musical artists and the role of major labels in promoting French cultural products globally. ## References 1. Who's Who in France 2. BnF authorities 3. Integrated Authority File 4. International Standard Name Identifier 5. MusicBrainz 6. Virtual International Authority File 7. CiNii Research 8. SNAC 9. Internet Broadway Database 10. GeneaStar 11. Roglo 12. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013 13. CONOR.SI 14. [Source](https://www.legifrance.gouv.fr/jorf/id/JORFTEXT000000645536) 15. ISWC Network 16. Discogs 17. Israeli Music Collection 18. The Movie Database 19. YouTube API 20. Europeana 21. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File 22. [Source](https://www.musik-sammler.de/artist/enrico-macias)