Prisencolinensinainciusol

Adriano Celentano

About Prisencolinensinainciusol

"Prisencolinensinainciusol" (stylized on the single cover as "Prisencólinensináinciúsol") is a song composed by Italian singer Adriano Celentano, and performed by Celentano and his wife, singer/actress-turned-record producer Claudia Mori. It was released as a single in 1972, and a popular performance of the song was broadcast on RAI. The First Rap record.


Year:
1992
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In de col men seivuan
Prisencolinensinainciusol ol rait
Uis de seim cius men
Op de seim ol uat men
In de colobos dai
Trr
Ciak is e maind beghin de col
Bebi stei ye push yo oh
Uis de seim cius men
In de colobos dai
Not is de seim laikiu
De promisdin iu nau
In trabol lovgiai ciu gen
In do camo not cius no bai
For lov so op op giast
Cam lau ue cam lov ai
Oping tu stei laik cius
Go mo men
Iu bicos tue men cold
Dobrei gorls
Oh sandei

Ai ai smai sesler
Eni els so co uil piso ai
In de col men seivuan

Prisencolinensinainciusol ol rait
Uei ai sint no ai
Giv de sint laik de cius
Nobodi oh gud taim lev feis go
Uis de seim et seim cius
Go no ben let de cius
End kai for not de gai giast stei
Ai ai smai senflecs
Eni go for doing peso ai
In de col mein seivuan
Prisencolinensinainciusol ol rait
Lu nei si not sicidor
Ah es la bebi la dai big iour

Ai ai smai senflecs
Eni go for doin peso ai
In de col mein saivuan
Prisencolinensinainciusol ol rait
Lu nei si not sicodor
Ah es la bebi la dai big iour

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Adriano Celentano

Adriano Celentano (Italian pronunciation: [adriˈano tʃelenˈtano]; born 6 January 1938) is an Italian singer, songwriter, comedian, actor, film director and TV host. He is the best-selling Italian singer, and the best-selling male artist of Italy. more »

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Written by: Adriano Celentano

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10 facts about this song

Origins
"Prisencolinensinainciusol" is a song composed by Italian singer Adriano Celentano, and released in 1972.
Language Mysteries
The song is renowned for its unique and mysterious lyrics, which are not in any known language. Celentano invented the sounds to purposefully sound like English to non-English speakers, even though they have no meaningful content.
Idea Behind the Song
The song is a commentary on communications barriers. Celentano wanted to explore what English sounded like to those who didn't understand it, hence simulating the sounds without providing any discernible words or meanings.
Popularity
"Prisencolinensinainciusol" quickly became a hit in Italy, despite its complete lack of meaningful lyrics.
Global Reach
The catchy tune and unique concept of the song led to it becoming a hit in several countries around the world, including the United States and the United Kingdom.
Recordings
In addition to the original 1972 release, two rerecorded versions have been released: an upbeat disco version in 1977 and a quieter version in 2002.
Music Video
The music video for "Prisencolinensinainciusol" features Celentano's wife Claudia Mori. It further replicates the experience of not understanding English by mimicking top American dance shows of the time, showing dancers gyrating to the unintelligible lyrics.
Cultural Impact
The song has enjoyed a lasting impact as a unique commentary on language and understanding, with references in diverse pop culture mediums, from The Simpsons to academic linguistic studies.
Entertainment Industry Veteran
Prior to "Prisencolinensinainciusol," Celentano had already had a successful career in Italy for over a decade, both as a singer and as an actor.
Not a One-hit Wonder
Despite the popularity of "Prisencolinensinainciusol," Celentano continued to be active in the entertainment industry long after its release. He's starred in numerous films and even hosted a popular Italian TV show.

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