French economy based entirely on Serge Gainsbourg back catalogue
THERE has been hardly any economic activity in France since the last Serge Gainsbourg album, it has emerged.
As the country’s accounts were scrutinised prior to an EU summit, it emerged that the priapic Galouise-scented troubadour has been keeping the nation financially afloat for two decades since his death.
Econonist Nikki Hollis said: “It’s twenty years since Gainsbourg died, and companies still want to license Je T’Aime for sexy adverts, which brings in decent money.
“Apart from that France has sold a few hatchbacks and some croissants but nothing very meaningful.”
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