: You can find the track on Spotify or YouTube .
: The INA (French National Audiovisual Institute) archives feature classic TV performances of the song from the late 1970s. un_ete_de_porcelaine
: Shuman was a legendary songwriter (famous for hits like "Save the Last Dance for Me" and "Viva Las Vegas") who moved to France and became a major star in the French pop scene. : You can find the track on Spotify or YouTube
: Shuman, known for his deep, expressive voice, often performed the song with verses in both French and English. Where to Listen & Watch : Shuman, known for his deep, expressive voice,
is a classic French song released in 1977 by the American-born singer-songwriter Mort Shuman .
It is best known as a standout track from the soundtrack of the 1978 French cult comedy film , directed by Michel Lang. Key Highlights
: The song is a nostalgic, melancholic ballad about the fleeting nature of a first summer romance. The lyrics contrast memories of a "porcelain summer"—delicate and beautiful—with the passage of time.