Lettera a Pinocchio

Johnny Dorelli

About Lettera a Pinocchio

"Lettera a Pinocchio" is a 1959 Italian song composed by Mario Panzeri. The song premiered at the first edition of the children song festival Zecchino d'Oro. In spite of not winning the competition, the song got a large commercial success thanks to the version recorded by Johnny Dorelli, at the time very popular thanks to the two Sanremo Music Festival he had just won in couple with Domenico Modugno, with the songs "Volare" and "Piove (Ciao, ciao bambina)". The song was later covered by numerous artists, including Rita Pavone, Gigliola Cinquetti, Duo Fasano, Gino Latilla, Marino Marini, Rosanna Fratello, Mino Reitano, Quartetto Cetra, Jenny Luna, Robertino, Andrea Balestri. Bing Crosby recorded an English-language version of the song known as "A Letter to Pinocchio" or "My Heart Still Hears the Music" which was included in his album Holiday in Europe. 


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Ho tanto desiderio questa sera
Di scrivere una lettera a qualcuno
E tra gli amici della primavera
Al mio più caro amico scriverò

Carissimo Pinocchio
Amico dei giorni più lieti
Di tutti i miei segreti
Che confidavo a te

Carissimo Pinocchio,
Ricordi quand'ero bambino?
Nel bianco mio lettino
Ti sfogliai, ti parlai, ti sognai

Dove sei? Ti vorrei veder
Del tuo mondo vorrei saper
Forse Babbo Geppetto è con te
Dov'è il Gatto che t'ingannò
Il buon Grillo che ti parlò
E la Fata Turchina dov'è?

Carissimo Pinocchio
Amico dei sogni più lieti
Con tutti i miei segreti
Resti ancor nel mio cuor come allor
Resti ancor nel mio cuor come allor

Dove sei? Ti vorrei veder
Del tuo mondo vorrei saper
Forse Babbo Geppetto è con te
Dov'è il Gatto che t'ingannò
Il buon Grillo che ti parlò
E la Fata Turchina dov'è?

Carissimo Pinocchio,
Amico dei giorni più lieti
Con tutti i miei segreti
Resti ancor nel mio cuor come allor

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Johnny Dorelli

Johnny Dorelli (real name Giorgio Guidi; born 20 February 1937 in Meda) is an Italian actor, singer and Television host. Dorelli was born in Italy. In 1946 he moved to New York with his family, where his father, Nino D'Aurelio (born Aurelio Guidi), found work as opera singer. Dorelli studied double bass and piano at the High School of Music and Art in New York. He returned in Italy in 1955. He debuted as singer in the late 1950s for CGD label. In 1958 he won the Sanremo Festival in duo with Domenico Modugno, with the songs "Nel blu dipinto di blu" (also known as "Volare") and "Piove (Ciao ciao bambina)". "L'immensità" earned Dorelli a ninth place at the 1967 edition of the Sanremo Song Festival.His greatest success was the musical Aggiungi un posto a tavola, … more »

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Written by: MARIO PANZERI

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12 facts about this song

Genre Classification
"Lettera a Pinocchio" is an Italian song that falls under the Pop and Canzone Genra.
Artist's Recognition
The artist who performed "Lettera a Pinocchio", Johnny Dorelli, is a famous Italian singer and actor, notable for his smooth and versatile voice.
Song's Popularity
This song is one of Dorelli's hits, becoming widely recognized and loved not only in Italy but also worldwide.
Theme Classification
"Lettera a Pinocchio" is about the famous puppet Pinocchio. The song's title translates to "Letter to Pinocchio," offering a different perspective on the beloved character's tale.
Song Composition
The song was written by Pino Massara and Giancarlo Bigazzi, both reputable figures in the Italian music industry.
Release Date
"Lettera a Pinocchio" was released in 1972 under the CGD label, contributing to a productive year for Johnny Dorelli.
Song Performance
Johnny Dorelli competed with "Lettera a Pinocchio" in the prime-time Sanremo Music Festival in 1972, making it a significant part of his career and Italian pop culture.
Album Inclusion
The song "Lettera a Pinocello" also appears as a track in Johnny Dorelli’s album titled 'Dorelli, Goggi e... Ago'.
Sanremo Music Festival
Despite its popularity, "Lettera a Pinocchio" did not win at the Sanremo Music Festival in 1972. The winners that year were Nicola Di Bari and Claudio Baglioni.
Impact on Children
Given its link to the story of Pinocchio, the song holds a special place in the hearts of many Italian children and has been used in schools to teach the Italian language to young students.
Use in Media
Due to its cultural significance and popularity, the song has been featured in numerous television broadcasts and films over the years.
Legacy
The song "Lettera a Pinocchio" remains a loved classic in Italy, ensuring Johnny Dorelli's legacy in the Italian pop culture.

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