in the 1970s , she was among of the most popular female vocalists in france , and remained lesser - known internationally . jean marie david , from arles in the south of paris , parlayed her initial success from playing mother magdalene in the swedish production of jesus christ superstar into having home the " grand prix " at the eurovision video contest in 1973 . her winning track , " tu te reconnaitras " ( you will recognizes yourself ) , became a european - wide hit that spring .
Anne Marie David won the Eurovision Song Contest.