virgi Posted June 17, 2022 Share Posted June 17, 2022 Thread for discussing Bolero, Mika's song collab with Baby K On 6/17/2022 at 11:33 AM, mellody said: Would love to get a transcript of the lyrics, if any of the Italian speakers has time for it. Here's the lyrics (source: https://www.canzoniweb.com/bolero-testo-baby-k/) Ti riconoscerei lo stesso, anche qui In fondo a certe notti, o con un foulard sugli occhi Il tuo sguardo era il mio specchio e ci vivevo dentro Ora siamo un faro spento, nel buio più violento E adesso tu Ci pensi mai, a qualche anno fa? Noi come luce e ombra Nello skyline di questa città Mi perdo un po’ con Afrodite, fari, onde Seguo solo un bagliore Un soffio, una vibrazione Balla bolero il cuore E’ l’unica percussione Tutta l’estate che manca E’ in una goccia di vino che bagna le labbra E dove sei? Dimmelo tu Ti aspetterò dove il sole incontra il leone Senza parole, dov’è il tuo nome? Trova il mio nome, la notte ci muove E mi rimane la sensazione Se il sole passa mi lascia il calore Mm, dimmi che cosa ti fa paura E se nel tuo cielo si arrampica ancora la luna Se il bianco e nero è una sfumatura E mentre mi guardi come nessuno mi lasci andare Sai farmi male, davvero Ci pensi mai, a qualche anno fa? Un bacio nella pioggia Cosa ci fai, in quella città? Io sono qui con Afrodite, fari, onde Seguo solo un bagliore Un soffio, una vibrazione Balla bolero il cuore E’ l’unica percussione Tutta l’estate che manca E’ in una goccia di vino che bagna le labbra E dove sei? Dimmelo tu Ti aspetterò dove il sole incontra il leone Senza parole, dov’è il tuo nome? Trova il mio nome, la notte ci muove E mi rimane la sensazione Se il sole passa mi lascia il calore Se fino a ieri era tutto sbagliato Inizia con un bacio, non sprecare il fiato Dalla mia e la tua parte, dimenticarsi è un’arte Ed il mio cuore è ancora come lo hai lasciato Tutta l’estate che manca E’ in una goccia di vino che bagna le labbra E dove sei? Dimmelo tu Ti aspetterò dove il sole incontra il leone Senza parole, dov’è il tuo nome? Trova il mio nome, la notte ci muove E mi rimane la sensazione Se il sole passa mi lascia il calore Balla bolero il cuore E’ l’unica percussione Litteral EN translation: I would still recognise you, even here At the end of some nights, or with a scarf over my eyes Your gaze was my mirror and I lived in it Now we are a switched off lighthouse, in the most extreme darkness And now you Do you ever think about it, a few years ago? Us as light and shadow In the skyline of this city I get lost with Aphrodite, lighthouses, waves I only follow a flash A breath, a vibration The heart dances a bolero It is the only percussion All the summer that is missing Is in a drop of wine that wets the lips And where are you? Tell me I'll wait for you where the sun meets the Leo Without words, where is your name? Find my name, the night moves us/let us move And I'm left with the feeling If the sun passes by it leaves me warm Mm, tell me what scares you And if the moon still climbs in your sky If black and white is a shade And as you look at me like no one, you let me go You really know how to hurt me Do you ever think about it, a few years ago? Us as light and shadow In the skyline of this city I get lost with Aphrodite, lighthouses, waves I only follow a flash A breath, a vibration The heart dances a bolero It is the only percussion All the summer that is missing Is in a drop of wine that wets the lips And where are you? Tell me I'll wait for you where the sun meets the Leo Without words, where is your name? Find my name, the night moves us/let us move And I'm left with the feeling If the sun passes by it leaves me warm If it was all wrong until yesterday Start with a kiss, don't waste your breath On my side and yours, forgetting each other is an art And my heart is still as you left it All the summer that is missing Is in a drop of wine that wets the lips And where are you? Tell me I'll wait for you where the sun meets the Leo Without words, where is your name? Find my name, the night moves us/let us move And I'm left with the feeling If the sun passes by it leaves me warm The heart dances a bolero It is the only percussion Litteral FR translation: Je te reconnaîtrais toujours, même ici Au bout de certaines nuits, ou avec un foulard sur les yeux Ton regard était mon miroir et je vivais dedans Maintenant, nous sommes un phare éteint, dans l'obscurité la plus extrème. Et maintenant tu Est-ce que tu penses jamais à il y a quelques ans ? Un baiser sous la pluie Qu'est-ce que tu fais dans cette ville ? Je suis là avec Aphrodite, les phares, les vagues Je ne suis (suivre) qu'une lueur un souffle, une vibration le coeur danse du boléro c'est la seule percussion Tout l'été qui manque C'est dans une goutte de vin sur les lèvres Et toi t'es où ? Dis-le moi Je t'attendrai là où le soleil rencontre le Lion Sans mots, c'est où ton nom ? Trouve mon nom, la nuit nous fait bouger Et il me reste la sensation Si le soleil passe, il me laisse la chaleur Mm, dis-moi ce qui te fait peur Et si la lune grimpe encore dans ton ciel Si le noir et blanc est une nuance Et lorsque tu me regarde comme personne, tu m'as laissé partir Tu sais vraiment comment me blesser Est-ce que tu penses jamais à il y a quelques ans ? Un baiser sous la pluie Qu'est-ce que tu fais dans cette ville ? Je suis là avec Aphrodite, les phares, les vagues Je ne suis (suivre) qu'une lueur Un souffle, une vibration Le coeur danse du boléro C'est la seule percussion Tout l'été qui manque C'est dans une goutte de vin sur les lèvres Et toi t'es où ? Dis-le moi Je t'attendrai là où le soleil rencontre le Lion Sans mots, c'est où ton nom ? Trouve mon nom, la nuit nous fait bouger Et il me reste la sensation Si le soleil passe, il me laisse la chaleur Si tout était faux jusqu'à hier Commence par un baiser, ne gaspille pas ton souffle De mon côté et du tien, oublier est un art Et mon cœur est toujours comme tu l'as laissé Tout l'été qui manque C'est dans une goutte de vin sur les lèvres Et toi t'es où ? Dis-le moi Je t'attendrai là où le soleil rencontre le Lion Sans mots, c'est où ton nom ? Trouve mon nom, la nuit nous fait bouger Et il me reste la sensation Si le soleil passe, il me laisse la chaleur Le coeur danse du boléro C'est la seule percussion (I must admit the whole text doesn't make much sense in Italian and some parts aren't clear so I guess in the translations too ) 4 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mellody Posted June 17, 2022 Share Posted June 17, 2022 Thanks @virgi for finding and translating the lyrics! The way it is written / the expressions feel rather weird, but I heard somewhere recently (was that in a Mika interview?) that Italian lyrics are often in a very figurative language. And well, it's bittersweet, it's about a former summer love that ignores you now, I think? And with the dance music to the sad lyrics, that's actually typical for Mika. It's obvious he hasn't written it all himself, but I can see his "handwriting" (figuratively speaking ) in this song. At some point of the lyrics I felt reminded of a summer love from 20 years ago, I often thought about the guy before I met my husband, in a sort of "what could have been" way, and that's one of the emotions this song catches, from how I interpret it. (random fun fact, the guy's name was Andy ) Ok I guess most people who hear Bolero will just dance to it and not care at all what the lyrics say, it's usually the same for me with songs in Italian or Spanish, it's just fun summer songs. But it's nice to find something I can relate to in the lyrics, I like that. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyaboutmika Posted June 17, 2022 Share Posted June 17, 2022 I love that song Happy summer song The tune is lovely Their voices go well together and Mika's so sweet in Italian It makes me happy The kind of song to listen to top loud when driving too fast to the beach with the windows open in the summer heat. The lyrics seem to be sad I realize it now after listening to it all day long but only catching words and not the wh ole meaning. But we are used to that when it comes to Mika... Anyway what a wonderful surprise Bolero is We are spoilt with new songs at the moment 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyaboutmika Posted June 17, 2022 Share Posted June 17, 2022 Thank you so much for the lyrics and translations @virgi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maaikie... Posted June 20, 2022 Share Posted June 20, 2022 I have mixed feelings about the song. I definitely dig the summer vibes coming off the song, but it's also a bit of a mess. There's a lot going on in terms of instrumental sounds and effects. But yes, as Anne said, Mika sounds very cute in Italian. It's like Tant que j'ai le soleil, when he says soleil, it's truely the sweetest he's ever sound lol. It's why I prefer Staring at the Sun in French. Anyways, dancy song, summer moods. Would listen again. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SusanT Posted June 20, 2022 Share Posted June 20, 2022 Yes, "Bolero" makes you want to dance (not always crazy about the accompaniment tho) and I also agree that the melody is one of its strong features. Most of the song is easy to sing along with and the refrain (🎵Tutta l'estate che mancaaa 🎵 . . .) is great! 😊 But I think I still prefer "Yo Yo" (love the videos!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikasister Posted June 21, 2022 Share Posted June 21, 2022 Mika story 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maaikie... Posted June 21, 2022 Share Posted June 21, 2022 WHERE DID HIS HAIR GO😭😱😱 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holdingyourdrink Posted June 21, 2022 Share Posted June 21, 2022 4 minutes ago, Maaikie... said: WHERE DID HIS HAIR GO😭😱😱 It’s an old picture, from the XF promo! It’s the same series that was used to promote the Vars gig, I think. Same suit. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hero Posted June 21, 2022 Share Posted June 21, 2022 Catchy, summery, makes me want to dance in an Italian beach bar while sipping a sundowner. 🥰 Not overly keen on the production, like Maaikie said there's a bit too much going on at times, but the mellody, rhythm and vocals are 👌. Still prefer his solo songs though. 😁 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maaikie... Posted June 22, 2022 Share Posted June 22, 2022 7 hours ago, holdingyourdrink said: It’s an old picture, from the XF promo! It’s the same series that was used to promote the Vars gig, I think. Same suit. Oh thank goodness🙏 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kumazzz Posted June 26, 2022 Share Posted June 26, 2022 (edited) REMIX Gabriele Vitale Baby K, Mika - Bolero Extended Mix https://sowndhaus.audio/track/34727/baby-k-mika-bolero-extended-mix DOWNLOAD link https://sowndhaus.audio/uploads/tracks/1592976239_396426486_1619554982.mp3 DjMarcovinks Baby K MIKA Bolero ( MarcovinksRework ) https://sowndhaus.audio/track/34484/baby-k-mika-bolero-marcovinksrework- DOWNLOAD link https://sowndhaus.audio/uploads/tracks/981560315_1949941324_1703121394.mp3 Francesco Dimar Baby K ft. Mika - Bolero-Dimar Re-Boot https://sowndhaus.audio/track/34436/baby-k-ft-mika-bolero-dimar-re-boot DOWNLOAD link https://sowndhaus.audio/uploads/tracks/984665172_1423340815_2142784616.mp3 7GT |Gabriele Tomà Baby K feat. Mika - Bolero (7GT Bootleg Remix) https://sowndhaus.audio/track/34387/baby-k-feat-mika-bolero-7gt-bootleg-remix DOWNLOAD link https://sowndhaus.audio/uploads/tracks/1290849355_1720571143_1876338470.mp3 Edited June 26, 2022 by Kumazzz 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kumazzz Posted June 27, 2022 Share Posted June 27, 2022 TikTok TikTok_BabyK_Bolero.mp4 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krysady Posted June 27, 2022 Share Posted June 27, 2022 1 hour ago, Kumazzz said: TikTok TikTok_BabyK_Bolero.mp4 8.2 MB · 0 downloads This is so funny! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holdingyourdrink Posted June 27, 2022 Share Posted June 27, 2022 1 hour ago, Kumazzz said: TikTok TikTok_BabyK_Bolero.mp4 8.2 MB · 0 downloads Baby K did a good job choreographing something he could keep up with 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Ko Kolkowska Posted June 27, 2022 Share Posted June 27, 2022 And here is how she does it (without Mika) officialbabykmusic_20220627_2.mp4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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krysady Posted June 27, 2022 Share Posted June 27, 2022 1 hour ago, holdingyourdrink said: Baby K did a good job choreographing something he could keep up with But not for long, in the end he gone wild with his usual moves 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kumazzz Posted June 28, 2022 Share Posted June 28, 2022 An interview with Baby K from TV Sorrisi e Canzoni 1 minute ago, Kumazzz said: TV Sorrisi e Canzoni N.27 - 28 Giugno 2022 page 45 PDF file TV Sorrisi e Canzoni N.27 - 28 Giugno 2022-45.pdf La mia estate con Mika è un bolero! La regina dei tormentoni Baby K ci racconta il suo duetto sorprendente NO, IL NUOVO BRANO di Baby K non comincia citando il suo nome e questo già rappresenta un grosso punto di svolta rispetto al passato. Dopo il successo con i Boomdabash e la loro “Mohicani”, ultima di una lista incredibile di hit, Claudia Nahum (questo è il vero nome di Baby K) quest’anno ha deciso sorprenderci con “Bolero”. Come mai questa scelta? «La verità? Mi ero un po’ stufata! Fare canzoni fresche ed estive è ancora una mia priorità, ma avevo paura di ripetermi. Quest’anno ho deciso così di tornare con qualcosa di unico nei suoni e nei contenuti. Chi mi segue lo sa: non ho mai cantato niente di simile». Com’è nato il brano? «Ero con Dardust, produttore del singolo. Lui aveva già pensato un po’ alla melodia e quando me l’ha fatta sentire mi ha rapita. Tra le idee in cantiere per questa estate, ho pensato che “Bolero” riflettesse al meglio questa mia voglia di cambiamento. È sempre esotico, è sempre estivo, ma ha un sapore inedito». Quindi Mika è stato chiamato dopo? «Molto dopo, appena ha finito l’Eurovision Song Contest a Torino. Lo guardavo in tv incantata, da fan sfegatata. Poi l’intuizione: ho pensato che alcune parti del brano fossero perfette per lui. L’ho cercato, l’ho trovato, ho raccolto un po’ di coraggio e gliel’ho chiesto». Quando ha detto di sì? «Più o meno due minuti dopo piaciuto tantissimo». Cosa le piace di più di Mika? «Posso dire... tutto? La storia personale, la sua umanità, la musica naturalmente. Come me viene da genitori di provenienza mista, conosce tante lingue e ama parlarle, e soprattutto celebra la diversità distinguendosi dalla massa. Lui le mode le crea». A proposito di diversità, lei canterà “Bolero” anche al Pride di Milano sabato 2 luglio. «Con la testa e con il cuore sono già lì. Nel 2019 ho già cantato al Pride milanese ed è stato un giorno magico: avevo una bandiera con i colori arcobaleno tenuta addosso come un mantello. Ho cantato davanti a una folla di persone stupende che mi hanno fatta sentire speciale». Google translator Reveal hidden contents My summer with Mika is a bolero! The hit queen Baby K tells us about her surprising duet NO, THE NEW SONG by Baby K doesn't start by mentioning her name and this already represents a big turning point compared to the past. After the success with the Boomdabash and their "Mohicans", the latest in an incredible list of hits, Claudia Nahum (this is Baby K's real name) this year decided to surprise us with "Bolero". Why this choice? "The truth? I was a bit bored! Making fresh, summery songs is still my priority, but I was afraid to repeat myself. So this year I decided to come back with something unique in terms of sound and content. Those who follow me know: I've never sung anything like it. " How was the song born? “I was with Dardust, producer of the single. He had already thought a little about the melody and when he made me hear it he kidnapped me. Among the ideas in the pipeline for this summer, I thought that “Bolero” best reflected my desire for change. It's always exotic, it's always summery, but it has a new flavor " So Mika was called after? "Much later, as soon as you finished the Eurovision Song Contest in Turin. I watched it on enchanted TV, as a die-hard fan. Then the intuition: I thought that some parts of the song were perfect for him. I looked for him, I found him, I gathered some courage and I asked him ". When did he say yes? "About two minutes later I loved it." What do you like most about Mika? "Can I say ... everything? Personal history, his humanity, music of course. Like him, he comes from parents of mixed backgrounds, he knows many languages and loves to speak them, and above all he celebrates diversity by standing out from the crowd. He creates fashions ». Speaking of diversity, she will also sing "Bolero" at Pride in Milan on Saturday 2 July. «With the head and the heart they are already there. In 2019 I already sang at the Milanese Pride and it was a magical day: I had a rainbow-colored flag worn like a cloak. I sang in front of a crowd of wonderful people who made me feel special ». 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anna Ko Kolkowska Posted June 28, 2022 Share Posted June 28, 2022 4 minutes ago, Kumazzz said: A proposito di diversità, lei canterà “Bolero” anche al Pride di Milano sabato 2 luglio. «Con la testa e con il cuore sono già lì. 5 minutes ago, Kumazzz said: Speaking of diversity, she will also sing "Bolero" at Pride in Milan on Saturday 2 July. «With the head and the heart they are already there. Hmmm. Saturday the 2nd of July. Will she invite Mika just one day before our London concert??????? I hope not!!!! We want Mika in London at the day of our party!!!! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kumazzz Posted June 28, 2022 Share Posted June 28, 2022 1 hour ago, Anna Ko Kolkowska said: Hmmm. Saturday the 2nd of July. Will she invite Mika just one day before our London concert??????? I hope not!!!! We want Mika in London at the day of our party!!!! Geuss Baby K will sing alone on 2nd of July, like this. 2022.06.17 BOLERO Baby K #BattitiLive Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prisca Posted June 28, 2022 Share Posted June 28, 2022 1 hour ago, Anna Ko Kolkowska said: Hmmm. Saturday the 2nd of July. Will she invite Mika just one day before our London concert??????? I hope not!!!! We want Mika in London at the day of our party!!!! Well, he isn't away coming to our party, so... doesn't matter. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikasister Posted June 28, 2022 Share Posted June 28, 2022 https://www.instagram.com/p/CfWacjuoGdh/ rds_official ☀️ Baby K e Mika hanno condiviso un’anteprima del video di “Bolero” 🕺 Il loro nuovo singolo è una delle novità nella nostra Playlist 100% Grandi Successi 🎶 . .#RDSnovità #RDSgrandisuccessi #BabyK #Mika #Bolero (🎥: @babykmusic, @mikainstagram) 10000000_1234643537361716_4864924405567841588_n.mp4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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