Bella Notte
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Oh this is the night It's a beautiful night And we call it Belle Notte Look at the skies they have stars in their eyes On this lovely Belle Notte Side by side with your loved one You'll find enchantment here The night will weave it's magic spell When the one you love is near Oh this is the night and the heavens are right On this lovely Belle Notte This is the night It's a beautiful night And they call it Bella Notte Look at the skies they have stars in their eyes On this lovely Belle Notte Side by Side with your loved one You'll find enchantment here The night will weave it's magic spell When the one you love is near Oh this is the night and the heavens are right On this lovely Bella Notte
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Written by: SONNY BURKE, PEGGY LEE
Lyrics © Walt Disney Music Company
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14 facts about this song
Song Origin"Bella Notte" is a iconic song from Walt Disney's classic 1955 animated film, "Lady and the Tramp." It's played during the famous spaghetti dinner scene between the two lead dogs of the film.
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ComposerThe song was composed by the notable film score composer Oliver Wallace and songwriter Peggy Lee. Wallace has scored for many Disney productions, while Lee is a renowned jazz singer who also took part in writing other songs for the movie.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Bella Notte" were written by Sonny Burke. The term "Bella Notte" means "Beautiful Night" in Italian.
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Initial Release"Bella Notte" was originally recorded by George Givot for the film, where he portrayed the character Tony, the owner of the Italian restaurant where Lady and the Tramp dine.
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Peggy Lee's VersionPeggy Lee not only helped write the song but also recorded her own version of it. It was a popular cover of the song after the release of the movie.
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Glee's Cover"Bella Notte" was covered by the cast of the popular television show, "Glee", in its second season. This cover was featured in the episode "New York", which was the finale of the second season.
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Global ImpactAs a testament to its popularity and enduring appeal, "Bella Notte" has been translated and sung in numerous languages all around the world.
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LegacySince the song's initial release in 1955, it has remained etched in our memories as an iconic serenade of love. It's often used or referred to in pop culture when capturing romantic scenes.
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Disney Compilation"Bella Notte" is often included in many Disney music compilations. It also makes appearances on Disney-themed music albums and boxes.
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Billboard HitsAlthough the song did not reach the Billboard charts when it was initially released, Peggy Lee's version was well-appreciated by her fans and critics alike.
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Cover VersionsOver the years, "Bella Notte" has been covered by various artists across the globe, attesting to its timeless appeal. Each version provides its own unique spin on the classic song.
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Song MessageAs the song plays during Lady and the Tramp's romantic dinner, the song espouses themes of love, romance, and the beauty of spending time with the one you love.
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Usage in subsequent Disney productions"Bella Notte" also appears in other Disney productions, like theme park attractions and direct-to-video sequels of the original movie.
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Cultural ImpactToday, "Bella Notte" is also often played in Italian restaurants to enhance the tranquil ambience and emotional connection that the song perfectly encapsulates. It has hence also become a representative of Italian culture in popular media.
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