Italian Traditional
Bella Ciao, folk song
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Composer:Italian TraditionalGenre:VocalStyle:Vocal MusicAverage_duration:2:38Bella Ciao is a traditional Italian folk song that has become an anthem of resistance and freedom across the world. The origins of the song are unclear, but it is believed to have been composed by Italian rice farmers in the late 19th century. The song was sung by the rice farmers as they worked in the fields, and it became a symbol of their struggle against the harsh working conditions and exploitation they faced. The song gained renewed popularity during World War II, when it was adopted by the Italian resistance movement as a rallying cry against the fascist regime of Benito Mussolini. The song's lyrics were adapted to reflect the resistance's struggle against the fascist regime, and it became a symbol of hope and defiance for the Italian people. Bella Ciao has a simple, repetitive melody that is easy to sing and remember. The song is typically performed in a slow, mournful tempo, with a solo singer accompanied by a guitar or other stringed instrument. The song's lyrics are in Italian, and they tell the story of a young woman who is forced to leave her home and family to work in the rice fields. The song's chorus, which is repeated throughout the song, translates to "Goodbye beautiful, goodbye beautiful, goodbye beautiful, goodbye my love." Bella Ciao has been performed by countless artists and musicians over the years, and it has been adapted into many different styles and genres. The song has been used in films, television shows, and political rallies, and it has become a symbol of resistance and freedom for people all over the world. In recent years, Bella Ciao has gained renewed popularity thanks to the Netflix series "Money Heist," which features the song prominently in its soundtrack. The series has introduced the song to a new generation of fans, and it has helped to cement its status as a timeless anthem of resistance and freedom.More....
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