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Claude Dubois

Claude Dubois is a Canadian singer-songwriter from Montreal, Quebec, known for a long career in French-language popular music.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Claude Dubois is a Canadian singer-songwriter from Montreal, Quebec, known for a long career in French-language popular music. He began performing at age 12 and became known for songs such as "Le Blues du businessman" from *Starmania* and for a body of work that helped shape Quebec chanson.

Early life and beginnings

Claude Dubois was born in Montreal on 24 April 1947 and started performing at a young age. Sources describe him beginning his singing career at 12 with a country-flavoured group called Les Montagnards.

Career

Dubois developed a long career in Quebec and French-language popular music, with early recordings, solo releases, touring, and later work as a performer and recording artist. He is also known for his role in *Starmania* and for a substantial discography.

Recognition

Dubois has received major recognition for his songwriting and recording career. He was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2008.

Musical style and legacy

Dubois is associated with pop-oriented French-language music, including rock and ballad influences. He is regarded as one of the notable voices in Quebec popular music.

Key facts

  • Claude Dubois is a French-Canadian singer-songwriter from Montreal.
  • He began performing at age 12 with the group Les Montagnards.
  • He is closely associated with the song "Le Blues du businessman" from *Starmania*.
  • He was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2008.
  • He has released a large catalogue of recordings, including work on his Pingouin label.
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Canadian context

Claude Dubois is a significant figure in Quebec and Canadian French-language music, and he was inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Claude Dubois?
Claude Dubois is a Canadian singer-songwriter from Montreal, Quebec, known for French-language popular music.
When was Claude Dubois born?
He was born on 24 April 1947.
What is Claude Dubois best known for?
He is especially known for his song "Le Blues du businessman" from *Starmania* and for his long career in Quebec music.
When did Claude Dubois start performing?
He began performing publicly at age 12.
Was Claude Dubois inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame?
Yes. He was inducted in 2008.

References

  1. Canadian Songwriters Hall of Fame — https://www.cshf.ca/songwriter/claude-dubois/
    Supports: Career beginnings and 2008 induction into the Hall of Fame.
  2. Claude Dubois — https://www.claudedubois.ca/biographie/
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, and early career at age 12 with Claude Dubois et ses Montagnards.
  3. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claude_Dubois
    Supports: Full name, nationality, occupation, and birth date.
  4. Wikipedia (French) — https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claude_Dubois
    Supports: Birthplace, nationality, musical genres, instruments, and active years.