Granada
Lanza Mario Lyrics


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Granada, I'm falling under your spell
And if you could speak what a fascinating tale you would tell
Of an age the world has long forgotten
Of an age that weaves the silent magic in Granada today

The dawn in the sky greets the day with a sigh for Granada
For she can remember the splendor that once was Granada
It still can be found in the hills all around as I wander along
Entranced by the beauty before me
Entranced by a land full of sunshine and flowers and song
And when day is done and the sun starts to set in Granada
I envy the blush of the snow clad Sierra Nevada
For soon it will welcome the stars
While a thousand guitars play a soft Habanera




Then moonlit Granada will live again
The glory of yesterday romantic and gay.

Overall Meaning

The song Granada by Lanza Mario is a beautiful ode to the city of Granada in Andalusia, Spain. The singer is captivated by the spell of Granada and reflects on the city's fascinating history. He describes it as an age that the world has long forgotten, yet silently weaves magic in the city.


As the dawn breaks, the singer imagines the past grandeur of Granada that still exists in the hills surrounding the city. He explains how he gets lost in the beauty of the land, full of sunshine, flowers, and song. As the day ends and the sun sets, the singer looks up to the snow-capped Sierra Nevada mountains, envious of their blush. He describes the soft Havanesa tune playing in the background while a thousand guitars complement the serene atmosphere. The moonlit Granada glows, bringing back the glory of yesterday and a romantic and gay ambiance.


The song's essence highlights Granada's history, picturesque landscapes, consummate arts and music, and culture. It describes the city's beauty and how it continues to be a hub of enchanting emotion centuries later.


Line by Line Meaning

Granada, I'm falling under your spell
I am completely captivated by the city of Granada


And if you could speak what a fascinating tale you would tell
If Granada could talk, it would have a captivating story to reveal


Of an age the world has long forgotten
Granada holds memories of a distant past that have been lost to the rest of the world


Of an age that weaves the silent magic in Granada today
The magic of Granada's past has woven itself into the city's present


The dawn in the sky greets the day with a sigh for Granada
The sunrise seems to be saddened by the fact that Granada is not as glorious as it used to be


For she can remember the splendor that once was Granada
The city of Granada is aware of just how magnificent it once used to be


It still can be found in the hills all around as I wander along
The remnants of Granada's glory can still be found scattered throughout the city's surroundings


Entranced by the beauty before me
I am completely enthralled by the stunning scenery surrounding me


Entranced by a land full of sunshine and flowers and song
The city of Granada is characterized by its vibrant and lively nature


And when day is done and the sun starts to set in Granada
As the sun sets in Granada


I envy the blush of the snow clad Sierra Nevada
I am envious of the pinkish glow that is cast upon the nearby Sierra Nevada mountain range


For soon it will welcome the stars
The mountain range will soon be covered in stars as the night progresses


While a thousand guitars play a soft Habanera
The air is filled with the soft sound of Habanera music being played on a thousand guitars


Then moonlit Granada will live again
With the help of the moonlight, the spirit of Granada's past comes alive once again


The glory of yesterday romantic and gay.
The city of Granada was previously renowned for its beauty and vivacity




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: AGUSTIN LARA

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Most interesting comment from YouTube:

Fafa Fly

Granada, tierra soñada por mi
Mi cantar se vuelve gitano
Cuando es para ti
Mi cantar hecho de fantasía
Mi cantar, flor de melancolía
Que yo te vengo a dar
Granada
Tierra ensangrentada
En tardes de toros
Mujer que conserva el embrujo
De los ojos moros
De sueño rebelde y gitana
Cubierta de flores
Y beso tu boca de grana
Jugosa manzana
Que me habla de amores
Granada Manola
Cantada en coplas preciosas
No tengo otra cosa que darte
Que un ramo de rosas
De rosas de suave fragancia
Que le dieran marco
A la Virgen Morena
Granada
Tu tierra está llena de lindas mujeres
De sangre y de sol
Granada Manola cantada en coplas preciosas
No tengo otra cosa que darte
Que un ramo de rosas
De rosas de suave fragancia
Que le dieran marco
A la Virgen Morena
Granada
Tu tierra está llena de lindas mujeres
De sangre y de sol
Compositores: Agustin Lara



All comments from YouTube:

Milly Bgt

Une aussi belle voix et sans forcer sur les notes très hautes !

Brendan Ryan

My God this guy's voice is beyond incredible , never heard anything so impressive in my life .

roundrock

Yet he went unrecognised!!!

Javi

@roundrock No he did not! He is well known and recognized.

Cacha Vacha

One of the best tenors

Gigi Godzilla

Check him out in the aria from Madame Butterfly with Kathryne Grayson. You can't help but fall in love with him.

Patrick Guinnane

welcome to the party pal...

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Linda Cuffe

I grew up listening to Mario Lanza , I have very fond memories of my dad conducting the orchestra from the kitchen while listening to his favourite tenor Mario Lanza. Both are gone now but are never forgotten., whenever I hear Mario Lanza sing I have so many memories.

Linda Gyftopoulos

That sounds like my childhood

doncrist2012

Was more popular in our house then the Beatles

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