The Twelve Inch

The Twelve Inch

Share this post

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

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

The Twelve Inch 135 : Come To Me (France Joli)

The Twelve Inch (Disco/80s)'s avatar
The Twelve Inch (Disco/80s)
Oct 18, 2024
∙ Paid
9

Share this post

The Twelve Inch
The Twelve Inch
Why did Canadian disco queen France Joli not become the "Celine Dion" of her time ?
7
2
Share

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 bec…

Keep reading with a 7-day free trial

Subscribe to The Twelve Inch to keep reading this post and get 7 days of free access to the full post archives.

Already a paid subscriber? Sign in
© 2025 Peter Soetewey
Privacy ∙ Terms ∙ Collection notice
Start writingGet the app
Substack is the home for great culture

Share