2. There was also a Rat Pack from Ventura, CA on Mystic Records that released two EP's titled "Rat Pack" and "Ice Cream, Acid, and Cigarettes" and one self titled LP. They were also released on few Mystic Records compilations such as the Nardcore comp.
3.There is also a UK rave group from the early '90s who used the name The Rat Pack who had hits with tracks like "Searchin' for my rizzla"
The Man Who Plays the Mandolina
The 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 Rat Pack's song "The Man Who Plays the Mandolino" tells the story of a musician who serenades couples and wins over senoritas with his little mandolino and charming personality. However, despite his apparent happiness and success with women, he is actually a lonely man who walks alone every night, without a woman of his own. The lyrics express both the joy and sadness of the man's life, through a series of contrasting images and emotions.
The first verse sets the stage for the story, describing the man's instrument and his ability to win over women who might already be involved with someone else. The second verse paints a picture of the Italian culture where he thrives, with references to cappuccino and wine, as well as the romantic power of his music. The third verse reveals the truth about his personal life and his unfulfilled longing for true love. The final verse brings the story full circle, with a repetition of the opening lines and a reminder of the man's charm and talent, but also his underlying sadness.
Overall, the lyrics of "The Man Who Plays the Mandolino" are a poignant and insightful reflection on the complexities of human emotion and the power of music to both express and hide our innermost feelings.
Line by Line Meaning
With his little mandolino
His musical instrument is a mandolino, which he considers his companion.
And a twinkle in his eye
He has a sparkle in his eyes, which makes him appear cheerful and lively.
Senoritas he can win
He has a charm that captures women's attention and makes him appealing to them.
Always for another guy
However, he never gets to keep the women as they always end up falling for someone else.
Italians love to sip a cup of cappuccino
Italians enjoy a cup of cappuccino as they socialize and relax.
And listen to the man who plays the mandolino
They are entertained by the man with his music as they drink their coffee.
You offer him a cigarette a glass of wine
He expects to be given a cigarette and a glass of wine, which is how he makes a living by serenading women.
That's how he's paid to serenade your lady fair
In return for the wine and cigarette, he performs a romantic song to impress a woman.
He seems like such a happy man, the man who plays the mandolino
The man who plays the mandolino appears happy, but it is just a facade to mask his loneliness.
He sings a song of sweet romance for all the lovers as they dance
He entertains the couples with romantic songs as they enjoy each other's company.
But all he's holding in his arms is just a little mandolino
Even though he holds his mandolino like a lover, it is his only partner as he has no one else.
He has no woman of his own so every night he walks alone
He is single and lonely, so every night he returns home alone.
(And while he's strumming songs of love the man who plays the mandolino)
As he performs love songs on his mandolino,
(His eyes are always looking for a senorina to adore)
his eyes are continually scanning the audience for a woman to catch his eye.
He drinks a toast to his true love each time he lifts a glass of vino
He raises his glass of wine in honor of the true love he has yet to find.
And so until that lucky day he looks for her along the way
He keeps searching for his true love, hoping to find her someday.
The man who plays the mandolino
The artist of the song is the man who plays the mandolino, a lonely musician who serenades women and hopes to find true love.
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: BERGMAN, KEITH, FUCILLI GIUSEPPE, SALERNO NICOLA
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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 😳