Volare
Steve Lawrence Lyrics


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Sometimes the world is a valley of heartaches and tears
And in the hustle and bustle, no sunshine appears
But you and I have our love always there to remind us
There is a way we can leave all the shadows behind us
Volare, oh, oh! Cantare, oh, oh, oh, oh!
Let's fly way up to the clouds, away from the maddening crowds
We can sing in the glow of a star that I know of
Where lovers enjoy peace of mind
Let us leave the confusion and all disillusion behind
Just like birds of a feather a rainbow together we'll find
Volare, oh, oh! Cantare, oh, oh, oh, oh!
No wonder my happy heart sings




Your love has given me wings
Your love has given me wings

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of Steve Lawrence's song "Volare" allude to the idea that the world can be a challenging and unhappy place, filled with heartache and despair. In such a world, it can be tough to see the sun shining, and the hustle and bustle of life can be overwhelming. Nevertheless, the song suggests that love can be an anchor in tumultuous times, something that can remind us that there is a way out of the shadows we find ourselves in.


The song takes on a more hopeful tone in its chorus, with the lyrics "Volare, oh, oh! Cantare, oh, oh, oh, oh!," which translate to "To fly, oh, oh! To sing, oh, oh, oh, oh!" The song then proposes that the two lovers leave the hardships of the world behind and fly up to the clouds where they can sing and find peace of mind. The line "Just like birds of a feather a rainbow together we'll find" gives the song a joyful, optimistic feel, with the idea that love can bring two people together in a fulfilling and happy way. The last lyrics, "No wonder my happy heart sings, your love has given me wings," reinforce the idea that love can uplift us and bring us closer to the happiness we seek.


Line by Line Meaning

Sometimes the world is a valley of heartaches and tears
The world can be full of sadness and pain.


And in the hustle and bustle, no sunshine appears
During busy times, it's easy to forget there is beauty in the world.


But you and I have our love always there to remind us
Our love acts as a reminder of the good in the world.


There is a way we can leave all the shadows behind us
We have the ability to leave our troubles behind us.


Volare, oh, oh! Cantare, oh, oh, oh, oh!
Let's fly and sing together!


Let's fly way up to the clouds, away from the maddening crowds
Let's escape from the chaos of the world and be alone together.


We can sing in the glow of a star that I know of
We can enjoy the beauty of a star and share the moment together.


Where lovers enjoy peace of mind
When we're together, we find peace and tranquility.


Let us leave the confusion and all disillusion behind
We should forget about our worries and focus on each other.


Just like birds of a feather a rainbow together we'll find
Together, we will find happiness and bright colors like a rainbow.


No wonder my happy heart sings
It's no surprise that I feel so happy.


Your love has given me wings
Your love gives me the strength to overcome anything.




Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Domenico Modugno, Franco Migliacci

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