"Chanson Illusionist" was written by Chomet while its orchestral production was handled by Terry Davies, who also conducted it.
[1] In the recording, voice impersonations of Juliette Gréco, Les Frères Jacques, Georges Brassens, Barbara, Yves Montand, Édith Piaf, Jacques Brel, and Serge Gainsbourg are performed by an ensemble cast of voice actors.
[3] Lasting four minutes and five seconds,[4] Michael Phillips of the Chicago Tribune, described the composition as a "gentle waltz".
[5] William Ruhlmann, of AllMusic and CD Universe, thanked Chomet for the French and Scottish musical influence apparent in the production.
[6] "Chanson Illusionist" was included on the official list of 41 contenders for the Academy Award for Best Original Song in 2010,[8] but it ultimately did not receive a nomination.