Diane Dufresne quotes
1944 – · Contemporary, 20th–21st century · Singer and performer
About Diane Dufresne
Born in Montreal on 30 September 1944, Diane Dufresne became a leading figure of Quebec's music scene through flamboyant staging and a practice that mixes chanson, pop and performance. She is best known for her dramatic performances and distinctive theatrical repertoire.
Quotes
“There is no such thing as chance; there are only appointments.”
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Disputed attributionWhat we know
- What is documented
- Evidence links the wording to Diane Dufresne’s repertoire and stage lines—reported as an opening line or refrain—without a single documented original publication.
- What remains uncertain
- Attribution is disputed: some sources credit Paul Éluard, but that claim is not firmly established and remains contested.
The line reframes chance as meaningful encounter: instead of random events, it suggests moments meant to meet us. It circulates as a stage lyric tied to Diane Dufresne’s performances, which explains its dramatic rhythm, though the precise origin isn’t proven.