Guaglione

Connie Francis

About Guaglione

"Guaglione" is a Neapolitan song with music by Giuseppe Fanciulli and words by Nicola "Nisa" Salerno. This original version of the song was the winning song at the IV Festival di Napoli which was broadcast on radio in 1956. Guaglione (Neapolitan pronunciation: [waʝˈʝoːnə]) is Neapolitan for "boy", but as slang can mean "street urchin", "corner boy", etc. The word guaglione has appeared as "wallyo" in New York immigrant slang. The song has been covered by various artists, including Italian bandleader Renzo Arbore, and Italian singers Claudio Villa, Aurelio Fierro, Renato Carosone and Dalida. Under the title "The Man Who Plays the Mandolino", with a lyric in English, Dean Martin sang it in 1956 after Fred Raphael of Walt Disney Music Company obtained for Disney the U. S. publishing rights. The English lyrics were inspired by a little known Italian singer/songwriter Lucca Belvedere, a Mandolino player of some renown. Connie Francis recorded the song in the original Italian language for her 1960 album More Italian Favorites. 


Year:
1961
3:12
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Bambino
Bambino
Ne pleure pas, Bambino

Les yeux battus, la mine triste et les joues blêmes
Tu ne dors plus, tu n’es que l’ombre de toi-même
Seul dans la rue tu rôdes comme une âme en peine
Et tous les soirs sous sa fenêtre on peut te voir

Je sais bien que tu l’adores
(Bambino, bambino)
Et qu’elle a de jolis yeux
(Bambino, bambino)
Mais tu es trop jeune encore
(Bambino, bambino)
Pour jouer les amoureux

Et gratte, gratte sur ta mandoline
Mon petit Bambino
Ta musique est plus jolie
Que tout le ciel de l’Italie
Et canta, canta de ta voix câline
Mon petit Bambino
Tu peux chanter tant que tu veux
Elle ne te prend pas au sérieux

Avec tes cheveux si blonds
(Bambino, bambino)
Tu as l’air d’un chérubin
(Bambino, bambino)
Vas plutôt jouer au ballon
(Bambino, bambino)
Comme font tous les gamins

Tu peux fumer comme un Monsieur des cigarettes
Te déhancher sur le trottoir quand tu la guettes
Tu peux pencher sur ton oreille ta casquette
Ce n’est pas ça, qui dans son cœur, te vieillira

L’amour et la jalousie
(Bambino, bambino)
Ne sont pas des jeux d’enfant
(Bambino, bambino)
Et tu as toute la vie
(Bambino, bambino)
Pour souffrir comme les grands

Et gratte, gratte sur ta mandoline, mon petit Bambino
Ta musique est plus jolie
Que tout le ciel de l’Italie
Et canta, canta de ta voix câline
Mon petit Bambino
Tu peux chanter tant que tu veux
Elle ne te prend pas au sérieux

Si tu as trop de tourments
(Bambino, bambino)
Ne les garde pas pour toi
(Bambino, bambino)
Vas les dire à ta maman
(Bambino, bambino)
Les mamans c'est fait pour ça

Et là, blotti dans l’ombre douce de ses bras
Pleure un bon coup, et ton chagrin s’envolera

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Connie Francis

Connie Francis (born Concetta Rosa Maria Franconero, December 12, 1938) is an American pop singer of Italian heritage and the top-charting female vocalist of the 1950s and 1960s. Although her chart success waned in the second half of the 1960s, Francis remained a top concert draw. Despite several severe interruptions in her career, Francis is still active as a recording and performing artist (as of November 2011). more »

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Written by: Fanciulli Giuseppe, Nicola Salerno

Lyrics © Downtown Music Publishing, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Artist Background
Connie Francis is an American singer who first rose to fame in the 1950s and 1960s. She was the top-charting female vocalist of the late 1950s and 1960s and has sold over 35 million records worldwide.
Song Release
"Guaglione" is a song recorded by Connie Francis in the 1960s. It is not one of her well-known tracks; Francis is perhaps better known for hits like "Who's Sorry Now" and "Where The Boys Are."
Song Origin
"Guaglione" is a cover of a traditional Neapolitan song. The word Guaglione means 'young man' in the Neapolitan dialect.
Song Popularity
Despite not being one of Francis' biggest hits, "Guaglione" nevertheless showcases her powerful and emotive vocals, as well as her ability to sing in different languages.
Languages
Connnie Francis sang in several languages, including Italian, adding authenticity to her cover of "Guaglione."
Song Versions
Although "Guaglione" was originally a Neapolitan tune, it has been covered by numerous artists in various styles all around the world. Connie Francis brought her unique stylistic interpretation to the song.
Career Impact
While "Guaglione" wasn't a massive commercial success for Francis, her rendition of the song helped solidify her reputation as a versatile and talented vocalist.
Song Composition
The song "Guaglione" is characterized by a catchy, upbeat melody and distinctive Italian flavor which makes it easily recognizable.
Other Notable Covers
Among the artists who have also covered "Guaglione" are Perez Prado, whose version became a big hit in the UK in the 1990s thanks to its use in a popular beer commercial.
Lyrics Interpretation
The lyrics of "Guaglione" tell the story of a young man who is in love and shows his affection by giving his beloved presents, a common theme in traditional Italian songs.

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