Charlotte Cardin’s latest single, “Tant pis pour elle,” has made a notable debut on the Billboard Canada Radio Chart. The song, which landed at number 28, is part of the AC Airplay ranking dated November 8. Cardin, a Montreal-based artist, collaborated with Jason Brando and Ellie Blondeau to create this vibrant indie-pop track, marking her return to French music.
Overview of “Tant pis pour elle”
Translated as “too bad for her,” this song reflects themes of revenge and visceral freedom. Although Cardin usually performs in English, she expressed a strong desire to reconnect with her French roots after her 2023 album, “99 Nights.” That album achieved significant success, reaching the third position on the Canadian albums chart.
Cardin’s Creative Journey
In an interview with Billboard Canada, she mentioned, “I felt the need to write music in French because, after ’99 Nights,’ we still felt creative and inspired.” Prior to this, Cardin released a French-language EP titled “Une semaine à Paris,” which included the bilingual hit, “Feel Good.” This track made waves on the Canadian Hot 100 and gained viral popularity in Europe.
Impact of Her Music
Cardin expressed her joy in sharing her music internationally, stating, “It fills me with happiness. Since I was little, I dreamed of a music career. Knowing that my music can bring joy to others makes me even happier.”
- Chart positions of past singles:
- “99 Nights” – Ranked 19th on the Billboard Canada radio play chart.
- “Confetti” – Ranked 38th on the same chart.
Other Notable Chart Entries
In addition to Cardin’s achievements, Sarah Vanderzon has made her first appearance on the Billboard Canada country radio chart with “Fortune Teller,” reaching number 44. The track showcases Vanderzon’s vocal power and a lively banjo production. She released her debut self-titled EP through Universal Music Canada last month, describing “Fortune Teller” as embodying the light and fun spirit of her project.
Current Billboard Canada Radio Trends
| Artist | Song Title | Chart Position |
|---|---|---|
| Jamie Fine | Homesick | 38 |
| Owen Riegling | Taillight This Town | 42 |
| Justin Bieber | Yukon | 40 |
| Sam Drysdale | Cold Water | 31 |
| Black Pistol Fire | High Horse | 40 |
As the charts evolve, notable movements include Taylor Swift regaining the top spot on the Hot AC chart with “Ordinary” after a brief reign by Alex Warren. In country music, Morgan Wallen remains strong at number one with “I Got Better,” while Evanescence leads the mainstream rock chart with “Afterlife.” The Canadian duo Fionn also continues their success, with “Blow” maintaining its position at the top of the alternative rock chart.
