The Frères Jacques were both singular artists and emblematic of a certain kind
of post-war realist, humorous and poetic chanson, bringing to the French stage a
form of mimed song that was uniquely their own. In addition to their invariable
stage attire: colorful leotards, white gloves and top hats, they left "hits" of
their era such as "La Confiture", "La Queue du chat" and "Le Poinçonneur des
Lilas " to Serge Gainsbourg, even before he made them a hit. After the
popularity had faded, and before it was forgotten, the Frères Jacques died out
one by one: Paul Soubeyran disappeared ...