Granada
Mario Lanza
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Granada, I'm falling under your spell And if you could speak what a fascinating tale you would tell Of an age the world has long forgotten Of an age that weaves the silent magic in Granada today The dawn in the sky greets the day with a sigh for Granada For she can remember the splendor that once was Granada It still can be found in the hills all around as I wander along Entranced by the beauty before me Entranced by a land full of sunshine and flowers and song And when day is done and the sun starts to set in Granada I envy the blush of the snow clad Sierra Nevada For soon it will welcome the stars While a thousand guitars play a soft Habanera Then moonlit Granada will live again The glory of yesterday romantic and gay.
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6 facts about this song
Composer infoAgustín Lara is a famous Mexican composer and singer, renowned for his contributions to the bolero genre.
- "Granada", one of his most acclaimed songs was composed in 1932 and quickly established him as a leading voice in the Mexican music scene.
- Lara, often called "El Flaco de Oro" ("The Golden Skinny"), has been said to have composed "Granada" without ever actually visiting the city in Spain.
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Frank Sinatra's interpretation of "GranadaFrank Sinatra recorded his version of "Granada" for his 1961 album, "Come Swing With Me!"
- Sinatra's rendition of "Granada" showcases his big-band jazz style and stand-out vocals.
- Sinatra's version of "Granada" was arranged by Billy May, a prominent American composer and arranger, and his contribution played a significant role in the song's popularity.
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Frankie Laine's "GranadaFrankie Laine, an American singer known for his powerful voice and wide range, recorded "Granada" in 1954.
- His version of "Granada" is a perfect instance of his ability to infuse grandeur and intensity into a song.
- Laine's rendition helped popularize the song in the English-speaking world.
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José Carreras and "GranadaCatalonian tenor José Carreras has performed "Granada" numerous times throughout his career, both in concert and recorded versions.
- Despite originating from a different region of Spain, Carreras brilliantly brings out the passion and vitality embedded in "Granada".
- His performances of "Granada" have been lauded for their soulfulness and technical prowess.
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Mario Lanza's renditionMario Lanza, a tenor of Italian-American origin, is particularly renowned for his versions of traditional and popular Italian songs.
- He recorded "Granada" for his 1954 album, "The Student Prince", a soundtrack album from his film of the same name.
- Lanza's voice, characterized by its power and richness, harmonizes flawlessly with the robust orchestration in "Granada".
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Granada" by Plácido DomingoSpanish tenor Plácido Domingo, a member of the famed "Three Tenors", has performed "Granada" multiple times in live performances and also in studio recordings.
- Domingo's interpretation of "Granada" features not only his powerful vocals, but his deep emotional connection to the lyrics.
- His exceptional performance of "Granada" at the 1990 World Cup ceremony is especially remembered.
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