The chorus of the song features Italian phrases and references, such as "cacciatore" (hunter) and "limousines", furthering the romanticization of the relationship and the glamour of their life together. The bridge adds a sense of danger, suggesting that Lana is "dying by the hand of a foreign man" but is still happy to hear him call out her name.
In the final chorus, Lana switches from singing "cacciatore" and "limousines" to "soft ice cream", emphasizing that despite the glamour and excitement of their life together, they still enjoy simple pleasures like ice cream. The song overall suggests that even in a world of excess and luxury, love and human connection remain the most important and fulfilling aspects of life.
Salvatore
Lana Del Rey Lyrics
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Ruby, blue and green, neon too
Everything looks better from above my king
Like aqua marine, ocean's blue
Ah ah ah ah
Ah ah ah ah
Cacciatore
La da da da da
Limousines
Ah ah ah ah
Ah ah ah ah
Ciao amore
La da da da da
La da da da da
Soft ice cream
All the lights are sparkling for you it seems
On the downtown scenes, shady blue
Beatboxing and rapping in the summer rain
Like a boss, he sang Jazz and Blues
Ah ah ah ah
Ah ah ah ah
Cacciatore
La da da da da
La da da da da
Limousines
Ah ah ah ah
Ah ah ah ah
Ciao amore
La da da da da
La da da da da
Soft ice cream
The summer's wild
And I've been waiting for you all this time
I adore you, can't you see, you're meant for me?
Summer's hot but I've been cold without you
I was so wrong not to tell, I'm in regine, tangerine dreams
Catch me if you can
Working on my tan
Salvatore
Dying by the hand
Of a foreign man
Happily
Calling out my name
In the summer rain
Ciao amore
Salvatore can wait
Now it's time to eat
Soft ice cream
Ah ah ah ah
Ah ah ah ah
Cacciatore
Ah ah ah ah
Ah ah ah ah
Limousines
Ah ah ah ah
Ah ah ah ah
Ciao amore
Ah ah ah ah
Ah ah ah ah
Soft ice cream
The song "Salvatore" by Lana Del Rey is an ode to the romanticized version of Italy and Italian men. The lyrics start by painting a picture of the Miami skyline at night, with all the lights shining brilliantly in hues of ruby, blue, and green. The singer admires the view from a high place, feeling like royalty as she looks down on the city. She uses the metaphor of the ocean to describe the view, with the shades of blue reminding her of aquamarine.
The chorus of the song repeats the lines "Cacciatore, limousines, ciao amore, soft ice cream," over and over. These are all quintessentially Italian things, from the classic Italian dish of chicken cacciatore to the luxurious mode of transportation that is the limousine. "Ciao amore" is a simple Italian greeting that translates to "hello, my love," and "soft ice cream" is a nod to the many gelato stands that can be found on the streets of Italy.
The second verse mentions the downtown scenes of the city and the way the lights seem to sparkle for the listener. The singer talks about beatboxing and rapping in the summer rain with a man who sings jazz and blues like a boss. The bridge speaks of the hot summer and how the singer has been waiting for her love, who is finally back with her. She lets him know that she adores him, and it's revealed that he is the eponymous Salvatore.
Line by Line Meaning
All the lights in Miami begin to gleam
As the night approaches, the city's bright lights illuminate the sky and the city becomes alive.
Ruby, blue and green, neon too
The cityscape is adorned with a mix of colorful lights including ruby, blue, green and neon colors.
Everything looks better from above my king
From the viewpoint of an airplane, the city's beauty stands out even more, like a king overlooking his kingdom.
Like aqua marine, ocean's blue
The scenery is reminiscent of the ocean's alluring, vibrant blue green color.
Cacciatore
An Italian word that translates to 'hunter.'
La da da da da
Vocals that are meant to imitate the sound of music, scatting and singing along with the tune.
Limousines
A symbol of luxury lifestyle, associated with the high-end life of Miami's elite.
Ciao amore
An Italian phrase, translated to 'hello my love.'
Soft ice cream
A sweet treat, favored by those enjoying the summer season in Miami.
All the lights are sparkling for you it seems
The city's luminance of the night shines just for the listener, making them feel special and valued.
On the downtown scenes, shady blue
The city's downtown area is tinted with a cool, calming blue hue that brings a pleasant atmosphere.
Beatboxing and rapping in the summer rain
Street performers providing entertainment while showcasing their skills during summer showers.
Like a boss, he sang Jazz and Blues
An artist commanding the stage, singing confidently in front of his audience with jazzy, bluesy tunes.
The summer's hot
The season in Miami is often characterized by its hot, sunny weather.
And I've been waiting for you all this time
The singer has been eagerly waiting for someone special to arrive in her life.
I adore you, can't you see, you're meant for me?
The singer is expressing her strong affection for the person she has been eagerly waiting for, feeling that they are meant to be together.
Summer's hot but I've been cold without you
Without the presence of the one she loves, the hot summer feels cold and lacking warmth.
I was so wrong not to tell, I'm in regine, tangerine dreams
Regine is an Italian word that translates to 'queen,' while tangerine dreams refer to the warmth of love and passion the singer desires to experience.
Catch me if you can
Playful flirtation and teasing, inviting someone to chase and pursue her.
Working on my tan
Taking advantage of the Miami sun, basking in its warmth and getting a tan.
Salvatore
An Italian word that translates to 'savior,' symbolizing the singer's longing for a savior or someone to rescue her from loneliness.
Dying by the hand of a foreign man
A fantasy of being rescued by an exotic and mysterious man, reminiscent of European romance novels and films.
Happily calling out my name in the summer rain
The singer imagines the person she is waiting for calling her name, happy that they have found her in a romantic scene during a summer rain.
Ciao amore
An Italian phrase, translated to 'goodbye my love.'
Salvatore can wait, now it's time to eat
The singer moves on from her fantasy, realizing that it's time to focus on herself and her own needs, such as eating soft ice cream.
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Elizabeth Grant, Rick Nowels
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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