Composer

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Domenico Modugno

Genre

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Vocal

Style

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Song: Popular

Compose Date

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1958

Average_duration

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3:59

'Volare' is a popular Italian song composed by Domenico Modugno in 1958. The song was premiered at the 1958 Sanremo Music Festival, where it won first place in the competition. It was later released as a single and became an international hit, reaching the top of the charts in several countries. The song is characterized by its upbeat tempo and catchy melody, which is accompanied by Modugno's distinctive vocals. The lyrics of the song are in Italian and describe the feeling of flying and the freedom that comes with it. The chorus of the song, which is repeated several times throughout, features the word "volare," which means "to fly" in Italian. 'Volare' is composed of three movements, each of which features a different melody and tempo. The first movement is slow and melancholic, with Modugno singing about the sadness and loneliness he feels. The second movement is more upbeat and features the iconic chorus of the song. The third movement is a reprise of the first movement, but with a more hopeful and optimistic tone. The song's popularity has endured over the years, and it has been covered by numerous artists in various languages. It has also been featured in several films and television shows, cementing its place as a classic of Italian music.

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