Cortijo Y Su Combo had a style in which the orchestra played music spontaneously and avoided major orchestras routines. The Cortijo orchestra played standing up and dancing on stage. Their arrangements were simple and served as the basis for improvisations of the musicians. They could compete with major orchestras of the time such as Machito , Tito Rodriguez and Tito Puente .
The Combo of Rafael Cortijo gave rise to the group known as El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico.
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Cortijo y Su Combo Lyrics
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And in the hustle and bustle, no sunshine appears
But you and I have our love always there to remind us
There is a way we can leave all the shadows behind us
Volare, oh, oh! Cantare, oh, oh, oh, oh!
Let's fly way up to the clouds, away from the maddening crowds
We can sing in the glow of a star that I know of
Where lovers enjoy peace of mind
Just like birds of a feather a rainbow together we'll find
Volare, oh, oh! Cantare, oh, oh, oh, oh!
No wonder my happy heart sings
Your love has given me wings
Your love has given me wings
The song "Volare" by Cortijo y Su Combo is a romantic ballad about finding solace in love amidst the world's challenges. The first few lines paint a picture of a difficult world, filled with heartaches and tears, where it's easy to get lost in the hustle and bustle, with no end in sight. However, the singer reminds us that in the midst of all the shadows, there's always love to turn to. This love is compared to a way out, a path that can lead us away from it all.
The chorus is a triumphant call-to-action, inviting the subject (and the listeners) to fly away from the maddening crowds and into the clouds. As they sing, they'll be illuminated by the light of a bright star where lovers find peace of mind. In this place, the confusion and disillusion of the world are left behind, and the lovers are free to be themselves. The final lines bring the song full circle, as the singer thanks their love for giving them wings; by giving them love, they've found a sense of freedom that no worldly challenge can take away.
Line by Line Meaning
Sometimes the world is a valley of heartaches and tears
Occasionally, the Earth can be depressing, where sadness and tears are abundant.
And in the hustle and bustle, no sunshine appears
With everyone busy and in a rush, no happiness can be found.
But you and I have our love always there to remind us
Luckily, our love is present to encourage us to look on the bright side.
There is a way we can leave all the shadows behind us
There's a method we can use to forget about our problems.
Volare, oh, oh! Cantare, oh, oh, oh, oh!
Volare and Cantare, happy expressions that signify joy and singing.
Let's fly way up to the clouds, away from the maddening crowds
Let's escape from the stressful world and ascend like birds to the sky.
We can sing in the glow of a star that I know of
Whilst we fly, we can serenade the goodness of a star I'm familiar with.
Where lovers enjoy peace of mind
The spot in the sky is where lovers can have peace of mind and find sanctuary.
Let us leave the confusion and all disillusion behind
Let's forget about any confusion or disappointment in our lives.
Just like birds of a feather a rainbow together we'll find
Similarly, we will find a rainbow together, as birds of a feather flock together.
Volare, oh, oh! Cantare, oh, oh, oh, oh!
Volare and Cantare signify happiness and singing in a carefree manner.
No wonder my happy heart sings
It's no surprise my joyous heart sings.
Your love has given me wings
It's your love that has given me the courage and means to escape my problems.
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Domenico Modugno, Franco Migliacci
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