He soon gained fame due to the power and strength of his voice. The young tenor earned valuable experience and significant recognition while touring on the invitation of soprano Joan Sutherland, making his 1965 U.S. debut in Miami, Florida on her recommendation. His position was solidified in the years between 1966 and 1972, during which Pavarotti first appeared at Milan's seminal La Scala, at other major European houses, and, in 1968, at NYC's Metropolitan Opera. He received great acclaim, particularly working well with Joan Sutherland.
By the mid-70s, the tenor became known worldwide, famed for the brilliance and beauty of his tone, especially into the upper register. His "high C" became one of his trademarks. The late 70s and 80s saw Pavarotti making significant appearances in the world's opera houses and establishing himself as one of the great singers of the era.
Popular stardom came at the 1990 World Cup in Italy with the performances of "Nessun Dorma" (from Turandot) and as one of The Three Tenors in their famed first concert held on the eve of the final match of the tournament (repeated at later Cups). Pavarotti sang together with fellow star tenors Plácido Domingo and José Carreras and brought to the much wider audience hits previously confined to the opera world. Appearances in advertisements and with pop icons in concerts around the world furthered his influence. Pavarotti always maintained his identity as an opera star, unlike many crossover artists.
The later years brought a decline in ability to perform on stage due to a weight gain and lack of mobility. Pavarotti's final appearance in an opera was at the Met in March 2004. The 2006 Winter Olympics in Turin, Italy saw him performing for the last time. Pavarotti sang Nessun Dorma, with the crowd as its Chorus, and got a thunderous standing ovation. On September 6, 2007, he died at home in Modena from pancreatic cancer.
Gloria
Luciano Pavarotti Lyrics
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Voglio amarvi,
O luci care.
Per la gloria d'adorarvi
Voglio amarvi,
O luci care.
Amando penerò,
Sì, sì, nel mio penare
Amando penerò,
Ma sempre v'amerò,
Sì, sì, nel mio penare,
Penerò, v'amerò,
Luci care.
Penerò, v'amerò,
Luci care.
Senza speme di diletto
Vano affetto
E sospirare,
Senza speme di diletto
Vano affetto
E sospirare
Ma i vostri dolci rai
Chi vagheggiar pur mai
E non, e non v'amare?
Ma i vostri dolci rai
Chi vagheggiar pur mai
E non, e non v'amare?
Penerò, v'amerò,
Luci care.
Penerò, v'amerò,
Luci care.
The song "Gloria" by Luciano Pavarotti is a beautiful and romantic ode to love. The song's lyrics express the singer's desire to love and adore the subject of the song, which is most likely a lover or romantic interest. The singer states that they will love their partner despite the pain and suffering that may come with loving them. The repeated phrase "Per la gloria d'adorarvi, voglio amarvi, o luci care" (For the glory of adoring you, I want to love you, dear lights) emphasizes the singer's desire to love and be loved in return.
The second verse of the song suggests that the singer's love is unrequited as they sigh and pine for their lover without hope of reciprocation. The singer asks who would not be captivated by the sweet rays of the loved one's eyes and not love them in return. Despite the lack of hope, the singer expresses their love for the subject of the song will endure through their suffering.
In conclusion, "Gloria" is a passionate and heartfelt song about the pain and pleasure of love. The lyrics are beautifully written and capture the timeless theme of unrequited love.
Line by Line Meaning
Per la gloria d'adorarvi
Voglio amarvi,
O luci care.
I want to love you, dear lights, for the glory of adoring you.
Amando penerò,
Ma sempre v'amerò,
Sì, sì, nel mio penare
Penerò, v'amerò,
Luci care.
I will suffer as I love you, but I will always love you, dear lights, even in my anguish.
Senza speme di diletto
Vano affetto
E sospirare,
I will sigh with a hopeless and futile affection.
Ma i vostri dolci rai
Chi vagheggiar pur mai
E non, e non v'amare?
Who could gaze upon your sweet rays and not love you, dear lights?
Penerò, v'amerò,
Luci care.
I will suffer and love you, dear lights.
Writer(s): Antonio Vivaldi
Contributed by Carter C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ognjenmilicevic18
Per la gloria d'adorarvi
Voglio amarvi, o luci care
Per la gloria d'adorarvi
Voglio amarvi, o luci care
Amando penerò
Ma sempre v'amerò
Sì, sì, nel mio penare
Amando penerò
Ma sempre v'amerò
Sì, sì, nel mio penare
Penerò, v'amerò
Luci care
Penerò, v'amerò
Luci care
Senza speme di diletto
Vano affetto è sospirare
Senza speme di diletto
Vano affetto è sospirare
Ma i vostri dolci rai
Chi vagheggiar può mai
E non, e non v'amare?
Ma i vostri dolci rai
Chi vagheggiar può mai
E non, e non v'amare?
Penerò, v'amerò
Luci care
Penerò, v'amerò
Luci care
@pedrokcir
Per la gloria d'adorarvi
voglio amarvi,
o luci care.
Amando penero,
ma sempre v'amerr,
sl, sl, nel mio penare,
penerr,
v'amerr,
luci care.
Senza speme di diletto
vano affetto
h sospirare,
ma i vostri dolci rai
chi vagheggiar pur mai
e non, e non v'amare?
penerr,
v'amerr,
luci care!
@giahuanofficial1907
Per la gloria d'adorarvi
Voglio amarvi, o luci care
Per la gloria d'adorarvi
Voglio amarvi, o luci care
Amando penerò
Ma sempre v'amerò
Sì, sì, nel mio penare
Amando penerò
Ma sempre v'amerò
Sì, sì, nel mio penare
Penerò, v'amerò
Luci care
Penerò, v'amerò
Luci care
Senza speme di diletto
Vano affetto è sospirare
Senza speme di diletto
Vano affetto è sospirare
Ma i vostri dolci rai
Chi vagheggiar può mai
E non, e non v'amare?
Ma i vostri dolci rai
Chi vagheggiar può mai
E non, e non v'amare?
Penerò, v'amerò
Luci care
Penerò, v'amerò
Luci care
Dịch sang Tiếng Việt
Per la gloria d'adorarvi
Voglio amarvi, o luci care
Per la gloria d'adorarvi
Voglio amarvi, o luci care
Amando penerò
Ma sempre v'amerò
Sì, sì, nel mio penare
Amando penerò
Ma sempre v'amerò
Sì, sì, nel mio penare
Penerò, v'amerò
Luci care
Penerò, v'amerò
Luci care
Senza speme di diletto
Vano affetto è sospirare
Senza speme di diletto
Vano affetto è sospirare
Ma i vostri dolci rai
Chi vagheggiar può mai
E non, e non v'amare?
Ma i vostri dolci rai
Chi vagheggiar può mai
E non, e non v'amare?
Penerò, v'amerò
Luci care
Penerò, v'amerò
Luci care
@baritonebynight
I love hearing great singers singing the 24 Italian art songs we all started out on.
@48walk
Yes
@communistcrooner
im reading this comment with that book sitting open in front of me lmao
@justinnoble6506
The delicacy with which he approaches this piece along with perfect execution is why he is best Tenor of all time.
@MrCrazyforsinging
Questa è una lezione di canto e di stile... Il legato impeccabile, le ripetizioni pianissimo, l'intonazione perfetta... Unico ❤
@ladymantis
As a former classical singer, I am so jealous of his technique. His voice is also magnificent. You ALWAYS know when it’s Pavarotti singing.
@nene0200
So relatable!!!
@joytobi9505
I just love how other singers go T E N S E but Pavarotti just chills like he’s waiting the bus
@normanholm7386
It was said that because he worked so hard it sounded effortless
@Tsitsimpakos
I am really TENSE when singing the high phrase, still learning.
One day, no tension ❤