Aufray's debut single captures a distinctly Parisian ennui with its tale of a Metro ticket puncher. The song became an unexpected hit, launching his career.
- "Le Poinçonneur des Lilas" was released as a 7-inch single in December 1959 on the CES´T BON label.
- The song was written by Aufray himself, with music by French composer Jacques Datin.
- The single was a commercial success, reaching number one on the French charts and remaining there for several weeks.
Aufray is a French singer-songwriter known for his folk and folk rock songs, often with poetic lyrics. In 1959, he released his debut single, "Le Poinçonneur des Lilas."
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