On April 6, 2026, Patrick Hernandez celebrates his 77th birthday. Living in the South for several decades, he enjoys the sun when he is not on tour. Years ago, the singer decided to settle in a small village.
Patrick Hernandez, the singer, celebrates his 77th birthday on Monday, April 6, 2026. This is an opportunity to learn more about his life in southern France. The lovely weather attracts many French and international stars, like singers Dave and Patrick Bruel. For over twenty years, Patrick Hernandez enjoyed the ideal lifestyle of Isle-sur-la-Sorgue in Vaucluse. However, the singer of “Born to Be Alive” left his large house to settle a few kilometers away in a smaller but historically rich house that suits him well. His new living place is in a charming small village where the famous Sorgue source springs, visited by thousands of tourists every year.
Patrick Hernandez discussed the success of his song “Born to Be Alive” in an interview with “Ici Paris” in July last year: “I wrote this song in 1973. No one wanted it at the time. In 1975, after a failed rock version, my producers and I had to go to Italy to release the record. We became number one and earned a gold record. Then Belgium and France…” The hit song still generates a lot of money, more than forty years after its release. According to reports, “Born to Be Alive” brings in “between 1,000 and 1,500 euros per day” for Patrick Hernandez. He proudly states, “It is broadcast worldwide, and I own it 150% as the author, composer, performer, producer, and publisher.” The song has featured in advertisements around the world, contributing to the singer’s income. This success allows him to explore the antique shops in Isle-sur-la-Sorgue in search of treasures!
This article was written in collaboration with 6Médias.
