Arrivederci Roma

Mario Lanza

About Arrivederci Roma

"Arrivederci Roma" (English: "Goodbye, Rome") is the title and refrain of a popular Italian song, composed in 1955 by Renato Rascel, with lyrics by Pietro Garinei and Sandro Giovannini. It was published in 1957 as part of the soundtrack of the Italo-American musical film with the same title, released as Seven Hills of Rome in English. In the movie, the song is interpreted by the leading character, played by the American singer and actor Mario Lanza. Carl Sigman wrote the lyrics for the English language version of the movie. Another version of the song, with the same melody but a new set of English lyrics by Jack Fishman, was published in 1955 with the title "Arrivederci Darling". Both versions of the song, in Italian and English, enjoyed lasting and widespread success in the following years. 


Year:
1991
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City of a million moonlit places, 
City of a million warm embraces, 
Where I found the one of all the faces, 
Far from home! 

Arrivederci Roma, 
It's time for us to part, 

Save the wedding bells for my returning, 
Keep my lover's arms outstretched and yearning, 
Please be sure the flame of love keeps burning, 
In her heart! 

City of a million moonlit places, 
City of a million warm embraces, 
Where I found the one of all the faces, 
Far from home! 

Arrivederci Roma, 
It's time for us to part, 

Save the wedding bells for my returning, 
Keep my lover's arms outstretched and yearning, 
Please be sure the flame of love keeps burning, 
In her heart! 

Arrivederci Roma, 
Roma, Roma, Roma . . . 

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Mario Lanza

Mario Lanza (January 31, 1921 – October 7, 1959), was an American tenor, singer, actor, and Hollywood movie star of the late 1940s and the 1950s. The son of Italian emigrants, he began studying to be a professional singer at the age of 16. He was born Alfredo Arnold Cocozza. He changed his name when he signed with MGM. His mother's maiden name was Maria Lanza. more »

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Written by: Allessandro Giovannini, Pietro Garinei, Renato Ranucci

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10 facts about this song

General
"Arrivederci Roma" is a popular Italian song released in 1955, interpreted by the American tenor, Mario Lanza.
Artist
Mario Lanza, originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is known for his rich voice and unique ability to breathe life into every song he performed. He was one of the most famous tenors of his time.
Song Origin
The song "Arrivederci Roma" was written by Italian songwriter Renato Rascel, together with Pietro Garinei and Sandro Giovannini. It was featured in the 1955 Italian film, Arrivederci Roma.
Music Genre
"Arrivederci Roma" is considered a classic Italian traditional pop song. It falls in the genres of pop and Canzone Napoletana, which is a traditional type of music from Naples.
Song Interpretation
"Arrivederci Roma" means Goodbye, Rome. The song evokes a romantic, nostalgic mood by describing the beauty of Rome and involves a heartfelt farewell to the city.
Song's Popularity
Even though the song was initially issued in Italian, Mario Lanza's English version of "Arrivederci Roma" also became very popular, captivating audiences around the world.
Awards/Chart Performance
Despite its vintage, the song has remained popular and has been covered by many artists, including Dean Martin. While specific awards or chart position for this song by Mario Lanza is not specified, other versions of the song have made it to a number of Billboard charts.
Influence
The song's success and popularity helped promote Italian music to an international audience, thereby playing a significant role in popularizing Italian pop culture globally.
Lyrical Content
The lyrics of the song express a profound love and admiration for the city of Rome, as well as a painful longing when leaving the city. It taps into the emotions of anyone who has ever had to say goodbye to a place they love.
Cultural Impact
"Arrivederci Roma" has had a significant cultural impact in both Italy and America. It is often associated with the nostalgic feelings of Italians who migrated to America post-World War II.

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