Magnificat
Fr. Stan Fortuna Lyrics
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Maria, Maria, Maria, Maria
All the beautiful sounds of the world in a single word
Maria, Maria, Maria, Maria
Maria, Maria, Maria
I've just met a girl named Maria
And suddenly that name
To me
Maria!
I've just kissed a girl named Maria
And suddenly I've found
How wonderful a sound
Can be!
Maria!
Say it loud and there's music playing
Say it soft and it's almost like praying
Maria
I'll never stop saying Maria!
Maria, Maria, Maria, Maria
Maria, Maria, Maria, Maria
Maria
Say it loud and there's music playing
Say it soft and it's almost like praying
Maria, I'll never stop saying Maria!
The most beautiful sound I ever heard
Maria!
Fr. Stan Fortuna's song "Magnificat" is a tribute to the Virgin Mary and is filled with beautiful lyrics that capture the essence of her greatness. The opening lines of the song contain the repeated lines "Maria, Maria, Maria," which highlights the power and beauty of Mary's name. The lyrics describe how all the beautiful sounds of the world are encapsulated in the word "Maria," which is a metaphor for the greatness and all-encompassing nature of Mary's love and grace.
The song then goes on to describe how the singer has just met a girl named Maria and how that name will never be the same to him. He has just kissed her and suddenly realizes how wonderful a sound her name can be. The lyrics then describe how saying her name aloud feels like music playing, and how saying it softly is like praying. The repeated refrain of "Maria" emphasizes the deep respect and love the singer has for both the girl he just met and the Virgin Mary.
The song ultimately celebrates the beauty of Mary's name and the power it holds over those who love and revere her. The lyrics use the metaphor of Maria as a symbol for the all-encompassing nature of Mary's presence in the world.
Line by Line Meaning
The most beautiful sound I ever heard
I am in awe of the sound of the name Maria, it's the most beautiful sound I have ever heard.
Maria, Maria, Maria, Maria
Repeating the name Maria brings all the beautiful sounds of the world together in a single word.
All the beautiful sounds of the world in a single word
The name Maria is so beautiful that it encompasses all other beautiful sounds in the world.
I've just met a girl named Maria
I have just met a girl who has the name Maria, and this moment has changed my perception of this name forever.
And suddenly that name
In this moment of meeting the girl named Maria, my perception of this name has suddenly changed.
Will never be the same
From now on, the name Maria will hold a special meaning for me.
To me
This change in perception is related to my personal experience.
Maria!
The name Maria is so powerful and beautiful that it deserves emphasis and exclamation.
I've just kissed a girl named Maria
I have just had a magical moment with a girl who has the name Maria, and this moment has taken my experience to a whole new level.
And suddenly I've found
As a result of this kiss, I have discovered something new.
How wonderful a sound
I have realized that the sound of the name Maria is more wonderful than I had ever imagined.
Can be!
This moment has allowed me to experience the beauty of the name Maria to its full extent.
Say it loud and there's music playing
The mere mention of the name Maria creates a musical, joyful atmosphere.
Say it soft and it's almost like praying
Saying the name Maria softly evokes a reverent, prayerful feeling.
Maria, I'll never stop saying Maria!
I will continue to say the name Maria, for it is so beautiful and meaningful to me.
Maria
The name Maria is the epitome of beauty and joy, and deserves to be celebrated.
Maria, Maria, Maria, Maria
Repeating the name Maria brings all the beautiful sounds of the world together in a single word.
Maria, Maria, Maria
The name Maria is so beautiful that it deserves to be repeated, and each repetition brings new meaning and joy.
Maria!
The name Maria is so powerful and beautiful that it deserves emphasis and exclamation.
Say it loud and there's music playing
The mere mention of the name Maria creates a musical, joyful atmosphere.
Say it soft and it's almost like praying
Saying the name Maria softly evokes a reverent, prayerful feeling.
Maria, I'll never stop saying Maria!
I will continue to say the name Maria, for it is so beautiful and meaningful to me.
The most beautiful sound I ever heard
I am in awe of the sound of the name Maria, it's the most beautiful sound I have ever heard.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Leonard Bernstein, Stephen Sondheim
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