J attendrai lyrics tino rossi biography

Given that, this week, I’m writing about songs for NYFOS, I’d be remiss if I didn’t select at least one song in a foreign language.

As a show tune fan, I would have had a few options to choose from—“Dites-Moi” from South Pacific, say, or “Abbondanza” from The Most Happy Fella—but why be doctrinaire?  Besides, one of my all-time favorite songs of any provenance came to me via an EMI collection of French popular chansons, Paris by Night, one of those many evocative international anthologies that were released in the first decade of the compact disc.

“J’Attendrai” was first recorded in French by a chanteuse named Rina Ketty in (it had originated as an Italian song a couple of years earlier), but achieved its lasting fame—or at least its lasting impact—as sung by Tino Rossi.  Tino (short for “Constantino”) Rossi was a European phenomenon whose charms, alas, never really crossed the Atlantic.  He was born in Corsica, which made him rather exotic to French audiences when he caught on in the early s.   Rossi was a combination  of Desi Arnaz (his “Latin lover” persona); Dean Martin (a kind of louche, but safe, romanticism); and Bing Crosby (capturing the sentimental streak, and Rossi was also a movie star in France).  Rossi also had a Crosby-like confluence in that he represented a reliable lodestar during the Second World War and even achieved a Christmas classic—“Petit Papa Noel”, which did for French listeners in the mids what “White Christmas” did for their stateside counterparts.  When Rossi passed away in , the New York Times stated that he had sold million records.

Listening to his beseeching crooning (do the French call it “crounant”?) on “J’Attendrai,” one can easily apprehend Rossi’s immense appeal.  “I will wait,” he sings, “Day and night, always, I will wait for you to come back . . .  time comes and goes, leaving me nothing but the sound of my beating heart, and still—and so—I will wait.”  Needless to say, the song’s

Historical Significance

"J'Attendrai" is a renowned song originally performed by Rina Ketty in The song quickly hit the charts and became a classic in French music history.

World War II Relevance

The song gained particular eminence during World War II. The message of longing and waiting resonated with many individuals during the war, making it an anthem for separated lovers and families.

International Success

Although the song is in French, it achieved international acclaim as well. Its haunting melody and relatable theme transcended language barriers, reaching audiences across the globe.

Origin of Song

"J'Attendrai" was a French adaptation of an Italian song titled "Tornerai" which had been released in , two years before "J'Attendrai". The lyrics for "J'attendrai" were written by Louis Poterat.

Cover Versions

Numerous artists have covered "J'Attendrai" since its initial release, including Dalida (a greatly known French-Italian singer) and Jean Sablon. The vast array of covers of this song reflects its timeless relevance and popularity.

Cultural Impact

The song is often associated with the era of "la chanson française" (the French song), an important period in French music that was characterized by lyric-driven songs and emotional performances.

Film References

It has been featured in several films and TV series over the years due to its emotional impact, including in the highly successful movie, "Sarah's Key" ().

Rina Ketty's Career

Though the Italian-born French singer, Rina Ketty, had several hits, "J'Attendrai" is often considered her signature song, propelling her to widespread fame.

Technological Significance

The song was a big hit during the time when radio broadcasting was becoming widespread, adding to its popularity. Its reach was also extended with its release on the 78 rpm record format.

Translation

"J'Attendrai" translates to "I Will Wait" in English, encapsulating the song's centra

French song composed by Dino Olivieri and Louis Poterat

For the Dalida album, see J'attendrai (album).

"J'attendrai" (French for "I will wait") is a popular French song first recorded by Rina Ketty in It became the big French song during World War II; a counterpart to Lale Andersen's "Lili Marlen" in Germany and Vera Lynn's "We'll Meet Again" in Britain.

"J'attendrai" is a French version of the Italian song "Tornerai" (Italian for "You Will Return") ISWC: T composed by Dino Olivieri (music) and Nino Rastelli (lyrics) in , said to be inspired from the Humming Chorus of Puccini's opera Madame Butterfly. It was first recorded in by both Carlo Buti and Trio Lescano (accompanied by the Italian jazz quartet Quartetto Jazz Funaro),), and become a hit in Italy.

The French lyrics were written by Louis Poterat, and "J'attendrai" became an instant success. Rina Ketty's version was followed the same year by one of Belgian chanteuse Anne Clercy, and both Tino Rossi and Jean Sablon recorded it in When France was occupied in , it quickly became the big French war song, with the love song's title being interpreted as meaning waiting for peace and/or liberation.

The French version of this Italian song became so well known across Europe that it was often called "J'attendrai" even when recorded instrumentally, such the two versions recorded by Django Reinhardt and Stéphane Grappelli in , or referred to as the original source when sung in other languages, such as Richard Tauber's British "Au revoir" (, with lyrics by Bruce Sievier) and Bing Crosby's and Hildegarde's American "I’ll Be Yours" (both with lyrics by Anna Sosenko). The Crosby version was recorded on December 18, , for Decca Records with Camarata and His Orchestra.

There were also German versions ("Komm zurück", lyrics by Ralph Maria Siegel), sung by both Rudi Schuricke and Horst Winter on recordings made in ^[4&

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J'attendrai is a french song from the album Nostalgie chanson française.

J'attendrai is a french song from the album Nostalgie chanson française.

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J'attendrai is composed by Rights Reserved.

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J'attendrai is sung by Josephine Baker.

J'attendrai is sung by Josephine Baker.

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