Volare

"Nel blu, dipinto di blu" (also known as "Volare") is not only one of the most well-known Eurovision songs, it's one of the most successful Italian songs ever. We dig into the song's backstory and it's continued impact on popular culture.

Volare Summary

• Noa Kirel confirms for Israel (1:27)
• Host City When: Short List Edition (3:43)
• SNAP Chat: Bubbling Under Edition (5:51)
• What do you know about "Volare"? (7:36)
• Sanremo 1958 (10:40)
• Eurovision 1958: Hilversum (14:26)
• The US Music Industry in 1958 (17:12)
• 1959 Grammy Awards (23:51)
• The Extended Legacy of Volare (26:40)
• Where are they now? (32:19)

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