To native and non-native speakers: does french sound good to you?

I'm asking this question from time to time, and my friends have rather diverse opinions on the matter. Some think it sounds dumb, others think it flows well. As for my English friends, they think it's elegant but rough around the edges. I can agree with all three sides.

What is your opinion on the matter? Does french sound good to you or not? What about different dialects, accents, slang, etc?