Biography

Mike Brant (February 1, 1947 – April 25, 1975) was an Israeli pop star who achieved fame after moving to France. His most successful hit was "Laisse-moi t'aimer" ("Let me love you"). he was introduced to the producer Jean Renard, who had turned Johnny Halliday into a star. Under Renard's guidance, he changed his family name from Brand to Brant, and recorded his biggest hit, "Laisse-moi t'aimer" ("Let Me Love You"). The song was a success at the Midem music festival in January 1970. "Laisse-moi t'aimer" sold 50,000 copies in two weeks. Brant committed suicide at the height of his career by jumping from the window of a Paris apartment.