As of 2007, Joey Bishop is the only male member of the Rat Pack who is still alive.
2) In 1984, RAT PACK singer/founder Matt Ratt was covering the vocal duties for Rich Kids on LSD, while singer Jason Sears was away on "medical leave". During this time Rich Kids on LSD was signed on to record for the now infamous"NARDCORE" album on Mystic Records. Just prior to recording, Jason returned from his leave of absense. So left with the dilema of an album to record, and suddenly no band, Matt was told to throw something together quickly and record for the album anyway. So after a few rehearsals with Chris Rest and Alpo D.(borrowed from Rich Kids on LSD) Dave Casillas from STALAG 13 and Mike Torres from NARTHEX STRUCTURE, RAT PACK was born! Although originaly only meant to be a recording project for the NARDCORE album, RAT PACK ended up doing three records for Mystic, 1985's self titled 7", 1987's "Ice Cream Acid and Cigarettes" 7" and 1990's self titled full length Lp. Through the years RAT PACK has gone through long periods of hibernation, with many line up changes...people that have played in and recorded with RAT PACK include current and former members of bands such as NOFX, SOCIAL DISTORTION, STALAG 13, ADOLESCENTS, D.I., SUGAR CULT, HOLLYWOOD HATE, FOO FIGHTERS, Rubber Neck, LAGWAGON, Rich Kids on LSD, NO USE FOR A NAME, and ME FIRST AND THE GIMME GIMMES.
The Man Who Plays The Mandolino
Rat Pack Lyrics
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And a twinkle in his eye
Senoritas he can win
Always for another guy
Italians love to sip a cup of cappuccino
And listen to the man who plays the mandolino
You offer him a cigarette a glass of wine
With his little mandolino
And a twinkle in his eye
Senoritas he can win
Always for another guy
He seems like such a happy man, the man who plays the mandolino
He sings a song of sweet romance for all the lovers as they dance
But all he's holding in his arms is just a little mandolino
He has no woman of his own so every night he walks alone
With his little mandolino
And a twinkle in his eye
Senoritas he can win
Always for another guy
(And while he's strumming songs of love the man who plays the mandolino)
(His eyes are always looking for a senorina to adore)
He drinks a toast to his true love each time he lifts a glass of vino
And so until that lucky day he looks for her along the way
With his little mandolino
And a twinkle in his eye
Senoritas he can win
Always for another guy
The man who plays the mandolino
"The Man Who Plays The Mandolino" by Rat Pack tells the story of a musician who plays the mandolino with skill and charm, capturing the hearts of senoritas wherever he goes. The lyrics paint a picture of a suave and charismatic man who serenades women for the enjoyment of others. Despite his ability to captivate the attention of women, he always seems to be playing for someone else, never truly having a lady of his own to accompany him.
The song highlights the romantic allure of Italian culture, with references to sipping cappuccino and enjoying music played by a skilled mandolin player. The man in question is depicted as content and cheerful on the surface, but there is a hint of melancholy underlying his seemingly carefree demeanor. He may sing of romance and dance, but deep down he is lonely, walking alone each night with only his mandolino for company.
The lyrics suggest that the man's performances are a form of escapism, allowing him to immerse himself in the world of love and romance while he holds his instrument close. Despite his talent and popularity with senoritas, he continues to search for his own true love, raising a toast to her in every glass of wine he drinks. The contrast between his ability to win over others and his own solitary journey creates a poignant narrative of longing and unfulfilled desires.
Ultimately, "The Man Who Plays The Mandolino" captures the bittersweet essence of a musician who brings joy and passion to his audience while secretly yearning for a love of his own. Through poetic imagery and a wistful melody, the song explores themes of loneliness, yearning, and the power of music to convey emotions that words alone cannot express. The man with his mandolino and twinkle in his eye remains a captivating figure, both for the senoritas he enchants and for the listeners who empathize with his unspoken yearning for true love.
Line by Line Meaning
With his little mandolino
Armed with his small mandolin instrument
And a twinkle in his eye
And a sparkle of joy in his gaze
Senoritas he can win
He can captivate the hearts of ladies
Always for another guy
But always for the benefit of someone else
Italians love to sip a cup of cappuccino
Italian people enjoy savoring cappuccino drinks
And listen to the man who plays the mandolino
And listen to the musician with his mandolin
You offer him a cigarette a glass of wine
You give him a cigarette and a glass of wine as a token of appreciation
That's how he's paid to serenade your lady fair
That is his compensation for serenading your beautiful woman
He seems like such a happy man, the man who plays the mandolino
He appears content, the mandolin player
He sings a song of sweet romance for all the lovers as they dance
He performs a romantic song for dancing lovers
But all he's holding in his arms is just a little mandolino
However, all he holds is his mandolin instrument
He has no woman of his own so every night he walks alone
He lacks a partner, hence walks alone every night
And while he's strumming songs of love the man who plays the mandolino
As he plays love songs on his mandolin
His eyes are always looking for a senorina to adore
His gaze is always searching for a lady to admire
He drinks a toast to his true love each time he lifts a glass of vino
He cheers to his ideal love whenever he raises a glass of wine
And so until that lucky day he looks for her along the way
Consequently, he continues to search for her in his journey
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: BERGMAN, KEITH, FUCILLI GIUSEPPE, SALERNO NICOLA
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DIVAKAR GAMING
With his little mandolino
And a twinkle in his eye
Senorinas he can win
Always for another guy
Italians love to sip a cup of cappuccino
And listen to the man who plays the mandolino
You offer him a cigarette a glass of wine
That's how he's paid to serenade your lady fair
With his little mandolino
And a twinkle in his eye
Senorinas he can win
Always for another guy
He seems like such a happy man
The man who plays the mandolino
He sings a song of sweet romance for all the lovers as they dance
But all he's holding in his arms is just a little mandolino
He has no woman of his own so every night he walks alone
With his little mandolino
And a twinkle in his eye
Senorinas he can win
Always for another guy
He drinks a toast to his true love each time he lifts a glass of vino
And so until that lucky day he looks for her along the way
With his little mandolino
And a twinkle in his eye
Senorinas he can win
Always for another guy
(Both) The man who plays the mandolino
Oldtoby
King of cool.. love this man, the voice....
Would of loved to seen him live...
Mc abod
What a great song and voice ❤😭
madhulika L
Beautiful song !beautiful voice
Martin Gulbrandsen
I think i am living in the wrong era. Deano are greatest singer of the century and wish I could have seen him. Rest in peace king of cool
Vibhor Dublish
Magical voice, no one can escape
Thomas Chapell
100% agree
Erika Roxy salas
Hermosa canción
Les Turner
Fantastic tune dean love it
Toos van Es
Beautiful i love this song thanks .
Starry Night
Dean Martin was born in 1917 so he would be 102 years old if he was still alive 😳