I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Yi (I Like You Very Much)
Carmen Miranda
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I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Yi I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Yi I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Yi I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Yi There's a girl in Rio de Janeiro Who sings in a cafe With a smile that's so entrancing So sweet, so cute, so gay When you go to Rio de Janeiro Say you'll enjoy your stay When she sings an American love song In a South American way I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Yi, I like you very much I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Yi, I think you're grand Why, why, why is it that when I feel your touch My heart starts to beat, to beat the band I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Yi, like you to hold me tight You are too, too, too, too, too, divine If you want to be in someone's arms tonight Just be sure the arms you're in are mine Oh, I like your lips and I like your eyes Would you like my hips to hips-notize you Si, Si, Si, Si, Si, Si, see the moon above Way, way, way, way, way, up in the blue Si, Si, Si, senor I think I fall in love and when I fall I think I fall for you I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Si, Si, Si, Si I, Yi, Yi, Yi can see, see that you're for me I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Yi, I like you very much I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Yi, I think you're grand Why, why, why is it that when I feel your touch My heart starts to beat, to beat the band I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Yi, like you to hold me tight You are too, too, too, too, too, divine If you want to be in someone's arms tonight Just be sure the arms you're in are mine Oh, I like your lips and I like your eyes Would you like my hips to hips-notize you Si, Si, Si, Si, Si, Si, see the moon above Way, way, way, way, way, up in the blue Si, Si, Si, senor I think I fall in love and when I fall I think I fall for you I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Si, Si, Si, Si
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Written by: Harry Warren, Mack Gordon
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11 facts about this song
Song Composition"I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Yi (I Like You Very Much)" is the composition of the renowned songwriter Harry Warren.
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Famous SingerThe iconic song was released by Carmen Miranda, known for her flamboyance and talent, making her one of the most influential artists of her time.
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Movie AppearanceThe song was performed as part of the film "That Night in Rio", which starred Carmen Miranda and was released in 1941.
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PopularityThe song became immensely popular and is one of Miranda's most appreciated songs, showcasing her unique style and personality.
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Lyrics"I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Yi (I Like You Very Much)" displays a mix of English and Spanish words, showcasing Carmen Miranda's Latin roots with an American twist, creating an appealing fusion.
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Music GenreThis song perfectly represents the tropical, samba-inspired music genre that Carmen Miranda was best known for.
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Signature SongWhile Carmen Miranda was known for many songs, "I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Yi (I Like You Very Much)" stands among her signature songs.
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Cultural ImpactIt’s not just a song, it is considered an important piece of cultural history. Miranda's performance in the song has been perpetuated in popular culture, with its catchy lyrics and Miranda's unforgettable style.
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InfluenceThe song and Carmen Miranda's performance continue to influence artists and entertainers worldwide, even several decades after its release.
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Notable CoversOver the years, there have been countless covers and renditions of "I, Yi, Yi, Yi, Yi (I Like You Very Much)" by a variety of artists in a wide range of music styles.
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LegacyThe legacy of both Miranda and the song still echo in today’s music, the rhythms, beats, and melodies inspired many modern Caribbean and Latin pop songs.
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