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Istanbul
Ska Cubano Lyrics
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Now it's Istanbul, not Constantinople
Been a long time gone, Constantinople
Now it's Turkish delight on a moonlit night
Every gal in Constantinople
Lives in Istanbul, not Constantinople
So if you've a date in Constantinople
Even old New York was once New Amsterdam
Why they changed it I can't say
People just liked it better that way
So take me back to Constantinople
No, you can't go back to Constantinople
Been a long time gone, Constantinople
Why did Constantinople get the works?
That's nobody's business but the Turks
Istanbul (Istanbul)
Istanbul (Istanbul)
Istanbul was Constantinople
Now it's Istanbul, not Constantinople
Been a long time gone, Constantinople
Now it's Turkish delight on a moonlit night
Every gal in Constantinople
Lives in Istanbul, not Constantinople
So if you've a date in Constantinople
She'll be waiting in Istanbul
Even old New York was once New Amsterdam
Why they changed it I can't say
People just liked it better that way
So take me back to Constantinople
No, you can't go back to Constantinople
Been a long time gone, Constantinople
Why did Constantinople get the works?
That's nobody's business but the Turks
Istanbul (Istanbul)
Istanbul (Istanbul)
The song Istanbul by Ska Cubano is a cover of a classic tune originally performed by the Four Lads in 1953. The song is an upbeat and catchy tune that explores the transformation of the city of Istanbul, which was formerly known as Constantinople. The song emphasizes how Istanbul has become a hub of culture and delights, rather than just a historical location.
The lyrics reference the history of the city, with lines like "Every gal in Constantinople lives in Istanbul, not Constantinople" showcasing how the location of the city has shifted over time. The song suggests that the city has evolved into a place that is full of life and joy, with "Turkish delight on a moonlit night" being a whimsical reference to the culinary delights and cultural treasures that Istanbul has to offer.
The song also references the changing of names of other major cities, with the line "Even old New York was once New Amsterdam" reminding the listener that names and places can change over time. The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Istanbul, not Constantinople," reinforcing the idea that the city has changed and evolved into something new and vibrant.
Line by Line Meaning
Istanbul was Constantinople
The city of Istanbul was previously named Constantinople.
Now it's Istanbul, not Constantinople
The name of the city has officially been changed from Constantinople to Istanbul.
Been a long time gone, Constantinople
It has been a long time since the name Constantinople was used.
Now it's Turkish delight on a moonlit night
The city of Istanbul is now known for its Turkish delights, especially enjoyed on a moonlit night.
Every gal in Constantinople
All the women who lived in the city of Constantinople.
Lives in Istanbul, not Constantinople
The people who lived in Constantinople now reside in Istanbul.
So if you've a date in Constantinople
If you have a romantic interest in Constantinople...
She'll be waiting in Istanbul
...she will actually be in Istanbul.
Even old New York was once New Amsterdam
The city of New York was also once called New Amsterdam.
Why they changed it I can't say
The reason for the name change is unknown to the singer.
People just liked it better that way
The name New York was preferred by the general public over New Amsterdam.
So take me back to Constantinople
The singer wants to go back to the time when the city was named Constantinople.
No, you can't go back to Constantinople
It is not possible to go back in time to when Constantinople existed as a city.
Why did Constantinople get the works?
The reason Constantinople underwent changes is unknown to the singer.
That's nobody's business but the Turks
Whatever happened to Constantinople is a matter solely concerning the Turks.
Istanbul (Istanbul)
Chorus repeating the current name of the city.
Istanbul (Istanbul)
Chorus repeating the current name of the city.
Writer(s): Nat Simon, Jimmy Kennedy
Contributed by Aria T. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@Tradicionales59
un privilegio, estar en un concierto y todo un reto, bailando con cawama en mano, y cigarro en otra mientras das tus mejores pasos de skanking. genial
@mirzaoki
Asi deberian de gozar y reir en todos los paises en ves de estar peleando esta si es una vida verdadera felisito a SKA CUBANO POR SU MUSICA RICA Y DELICIOSA PARA BAILAR Y GOSAR TODA LA VIDA ´,´,´´,´,´,´,´,´,´´Desde Mexico con cariño saludos,´´,´´,,´,´
@MrCharliedub1
when you are sad , just play this loud ,and it will make you feel good just like the sun is out and you feel happy and good , enjoy your life as you only have one life so enjoy life. Love and peace to all 16/10/20 :)
@veronicaesquivel2393
Cuando vienen a México!! No me los perdería por nada!!!💃💃
@BarbarossaTheOcean
Greetings from Istanbul!! :) now it's Turkish delight on a moonlit night!
@delidumruliye
soy de estambul y la canción me encanta y disfruta mucho. quisiera escucharla en estambul.
@therunstones9448
estos compas no tienen madre son unos genios...que buena seccion de metales...me encanta la banda
@ulisesmontoya786
IMPOSIBLE NO BAILAR CON ESTE GRUPO
@mow210
ya han venido a mexico hace algunos años vinieron para el aniversario XV de antidoping y fue la locura con estos grandes musicos dieron catedra y seria bueno verlos de nuevo por estos lares
@aronricardovideo
Que genial! Imposible quedarse sentado!