Margherita

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About Margherita

"Margherita" is an Italian ballad song written by Marco Luberti and Riccardo Cocciante, arranged by Vangelis and performed by Riccardo Cocciante. It was the first single from Cocciante's 1976 album Concerto per Margherita. The song was premiered in the RAI television program Adesso Musica. It peaked at the first place on the Italian singles chart, and is considered as the song which definitely consecrated Cocciante to fame following the success of his 1974 single "Bella senz'anima". According to Luberti, the lyrics were written straight at 4 am. In 1978 Cocciante released Spanish, French and English-language versions of the song, respectively titled "Margarita", "Marguerite" and "Just For You". The song was later covered by several artists, including Mina and Fiorella Mannoia. In 1999 and in 2006, Cocciante performed the song out of competition at the Sanremo Music Festival. In "the voice of Italy 1" Cocciante sang this song for the first time in duet with the winner of the competition Elhaida Dani. 


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Io non posso stare fermo con le mani nelle mani
Tante cose devo fare prima che venga domani
E se lei già sta dormendo io non posso riposare
Farò in modo che al risveglio non mi possa più scordare
Perché questa lunga notte, non sia nera più del nero
Fatti grande bianca luna e riempi il cielo intero
E perché quel suo sorriso possa ritornare ancora
Splendi sole domattina come non hai fatto ancora

E per poi farle cantare, le canzoni che ha imparato
Io le costruirò un silenzio che nessuno ha mai sentito
Sveglierò tutti gli amanti, parlerò per ore ed ore
Abbracciamoci più forte, perché lei vuole l'amore

Poi corriamo per le strade e mettiamoci a ballare
Perché lei vuole la gioia, perché lei odia il rancore
E poi coi secchi di vernice coloriamo tutti i muri
Case, vicoli e palazzi, perché lei ama i colori
Raccogliamo tutti i fiori, che può darci primavera
Costruiamole una culla, per amarci quando è sera
E poi saliamo su nel cielo, e prendiamole una stella
Perché Margherita è buona, perché Margherita è bella

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Mina

Anna Maria Quaini or Mina Anna Mazzini,OMRI (25 March 1940), known as Mina, is an Italian pop singer. She was a staple of Italian television variety shows and a dominant figure in Italian pop music from the mid-1960s to mid-1970s, known for her three-octave vocal range, the agility of her soprano voice, and her image as an emancipated woman. more »

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Written by: Marco Luberti, Riccardo Vincent Cocciante

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14 facts about this song

Collaboration
"Margherita" is a popular song collaboration between Italian singers Mina and Riccardo Cocciante. Mina is one of Italy's most successful performers, and Cocciante is renowned as a singer-songwriter who gained worldwide recognition.
Release Year
"Margherita" was released in December 1976.
Album
This song was included in Riccardo Cocciante’s fourth studio album named "Concerto per Margherita," officially released by the RCA Italiana label.
Composition
Riccardo Cocciante composed the music of "Margherita," while lyrics were penned by Marco Luberti. For her part, Mina contributed her distinct vocals to the track.
Theme
The song's lyrics convey an intense love story, detailing the blooming feelings Cocciante had for a woman named Margherita.
Chart Success
"Margherita" became one of Cocciante's biggest hits, going on to gain popularity not only in Italy but also in many other parts of Europe.
Album Success
The album "Concerto per Margherita" was among the best-selling albums in Italy in 1977, with the song "Margherita" being a significant reason for the album's popularity.
Language Versions
Due to its immense popularity, "Margherita" has also been covered in French and Spanish by Cocciante.
Awards
Riccardo Cocciante won the "Best Song" Award at Sanremo Music Festival in 1982 for "Se stiamo insieme," but his song "Margherita" is often considered his most iconic track that established his career.
Influence
The song's success has led to various other artists, including Laura Fygi and Mireille Mathieu, creating their versions of "Margherita."
Longevity
More than forty years after its creation, "Margherita" continues to be a beloved song in the Italian music industry and beyond, highlighting the timeless appeal of both Mina's and Cocciante's contributions to this classic track.
Film Feature
The song was also featured in the 2004 film 'post-it,' demonstrating its enduring relevance in popular culture.
Personal Impact
In an interview, Riccardo Cocciante has said that "Margherita" brought a turning point in his life and propelled him to international fame.
Cover Version
In 2020, Spanish singer David Bisbal covered the song, a tribute proving the song's huge impact across cultures and generations.

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