Buona Sera
Louis Prima & Sam Butera Lyrics
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It is time to say goodnight to Napoli
Though it's hard for us to whisper, buona sera
With that old moon above the Meditteranean sea
In the mornin' signorina we'll go walkin'
When the mountains help the sun come into sight
And by the little jewelry shop we'll stop and linger
While I buy a wedding ring for your finger
In the meantime let me tell you that I love you
Buona sera, signorina kiss me goodnight
Buona sera, signorina kiss me goodnight
Buona sera, signorina, buona sera
It is time to say goodnight to Napoli
Though it's hard for us to whisper, buona sera
With that old moon above the Meditteranean sea
In the mornin' signorina we'll go walkin'
When the mountains help the sun come into sight
And by the little jewelry shop we'll stop and linger
While I buy a wedding ring for your finger
In the meantime let me tell you that I love you
Buona sera, signorina kiss me goodnight
By the little jewelry shop we'll stop and linger
While I buy a wedding ring for your finger
In the meantime let me tell you that I love you
Buona sera, signorina kiss me goodnight
Buona sera, signorina kiss me goodnight
Sera, signorina kiss me goodnight
The lyrics for Louis Prima and Keely Smith's "Buona Sera" express the sentiments of a romantic evening in Naples, Italy. The song talks about the end of the night and the desire to say goodnight to the city, while also prolonging the moment and holding on to the time spent together. The first two lines repeat "buona sera" which translates to "good evening" or "goodnight" in Italian. The song talks of a couple walking in the morning with the sun coming into view over the mountains. While walking, they stop by a little jewelry store where the man wants to buy a wedding ring for his partner. In the meantime, he confesses his love for her and asks for a goodnight kiss.
The lyrics evoke a romantic and nostalgic feeling, with the soft sound of Italian words and the description of a beautiful Mediterranean view. The phrase "with that old moon above the Mediterranean sea" paints a serene image, emphasizing the peace and calmness of the night. The notion of buying a wedding ring shows the depth of their relationship.
In conclusion, "Buona Sera" is a love song that captures the essence of a romantic evening in Italy, with its serene view, the promise of the future, and the love shared between a couple.
Line by Line Meaning
Buona sera, signorina, buona sera
Good evening, madam, good evening.
It is time to say goodnight to Napoli
The time has come to bid farewell to Napoli.
Though it's hard for us to whisper, buona sera
Although it is difficult for us to whisper, goodnight.
With that old moon above the Meditteranean sea
With the old moon above the Mediterranean Sea.
In the mornin' signorina we'll go walkin'
In the morning, madam, we shall go walking.
When the mountains help the sun come into sight
When the mountains help the sun rise.
And by the little jewelry shop we'll stop and linger
We will stop and tarry by the small jewelry store.
While I buy a wedding ring for your finger
Whilst I purchase a wedding band for your digit.
In the meantime let me tell you that I love you
In the meantime, allow me to profess my love for you.
Buona sera, signorina kiss me goodnight
Goodnight, madam, kiss me goodnight.
Sera, signorina kiss me goodnight
Goodnight, madam, kiss me goodnight.
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