Bad Reputation is the musical project of Paris-born, New York–based artist Pierre de Gaillande, reimagining the songs of legendary French poet and singer Georges Brassens for English-speaking audiences.

De Gaillande’s translations capture the wit, rhythm, and lyricism of Brassens’ originals with remarkable fidelity and musicality. Three volumes of Bad Reputation—released on Barbès Records and Vermillion Music—offer a rare chance to experience Brassens’ genius through a fresh, natural English voice.

Performing in the U.S. and abroad with a stellar band that includes Joel Favreau, Brassens’ own former guitarist, de Gaillande brings these timeless songs to life on stage with warmth, humor, and sophistication.

Bad Reputation has been featured on NPR’s The World, TV5, and in numerous outlets across France, Spain, and the U.S., praised for opening Brassens’ work to a new generation of listeners.