About Germain Gauthier
Lived 1950 – 2025 (aged 74–75). Germain Gauthier was a Canadian singer-songwriter and composer.
German Gauthier (1950 – 28 August 2025) was a Québécois guitarist, songwriter and composer.
Biography
Gauthier was born in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada in 1950.
He then started composing music for other authors. He wrote Le mur derrière la grange for Donald Lautrec, Un gars comme toi for Renée Claude and Tous les jours de la semaine for Pierre Létourneau. He published his first album in 1974, and continued collaborating with other authors; notably, Pierre Létourneau and Luc Plamondon.
He died on 28 August 2025. By his death, his discography totalled over 325 songs, 35 of which had reached number one in Quebec.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Germain Gauthier?
Canadian singer-songwriter
When was Germain Gauthier born?
Germain Gauthier was born in 1950 in Quebec City.
When did Germain Gauthier die?
Germain Gauthier died on 29 August 2025 in Montreal.
What was Germain Gauthier's occupation?
Germain Gauthier was a singer-songwriter and composer.
What nationality was Germain Gauthier?
Germain Gauthier was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Germain Gauthier. https://biography.guide/germain-gauthier/
MLA: "Germain Gauthier." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/germain-gauthier/.
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