Song Info:
"Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volaré)" is a famous Italian song released by Domenico Modugno on February 1, 1958. The song was written by Domenico Modugno himself, along with Franco Migliacci, and it was arranged and conducted by Alberto Semprini. It quickly became a worldwide hit, reaching the number one spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States and winning the Grammy Award for Record of the Year and Song of the Year in 1959.
Artist Bio:
Domenico Modugno was an Italian singer, songwriter, actor, and politician, born on January 9, 1928, in Italy. He started his career as a singer in the 1950s, achieving international fame with the release of "Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volaré)" in 1958. Modugno's success continued with other hits like "Piove (Ciao, ciao bambina)" and "Come prima." Apart from his music career, Modugno also ventured into acting and politics, serving as a member of the Italian Parliament from 1987 to 1992. He passed away on August 6, 1994, leaving behind a legacy as one of Italy's most renowned and influential artists.
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