Dean Martin – That’s Amore (1953)

About the song

Let’s take a stroll down memory lane with the timeless classic, “That’s Amore,” by the legendary Dean Martin. Close your eyes and imagine the romantic streets of old Italy, where love is in the air and every moment feels like a scene from a classic film.

Penned by Jack Brooks and Harry Warren, “That’s Amore” encapsulates the essence of romance with its enchanting melody and heartwarming lyrics. Released in 1953 as part of Martin’s album “Dean Martin Sings Songs from ‘The Silencers’,” the song quickly captured the hearts of listeners around the world.

Charting its way to the number two spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, “That’s Amore” solidified Martin’s status as one of the era’s most beloved crooners. Its popularity soared, becoming a staple at weddings, parties, and romantic dinners alike.

The song’s enduring appeal lies in its ability to evoke feelings of joy and nostalgia, transporting listeners to a simpler time filled with love and laughter. Martin’s smooth vocals and effortless charm breathe life into every note, making “That’s Amore” a cherished favorite for generations.

Whether you’re reminiscing about days gone by or experiencing the magic of “That’s Amore” for the first time, let its timeless charm sweep you off your feet and into a world of romance and enchantment. Join Dean Martin on a musical journey to Italy, where every moment is filled with love, laughter, and the promise of amore.

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Lyrics

(In Napoli where love is king
When boy meets girl here’s what they say)
When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie
That’s amore
When the world seems to shine like you’ve had too much wine
That’s amore
Bells will ring ting-a-ling-a-ling, ting-a-ling-a-ling
And you’ll sing “Vita bella”
Hearts will play tippy-tippy-tay, tippy-tippy-tay
Like a gay tarantella
When the stars make you drool just like a pasta e fasul
That’s amore
When you dance down the street with a cloud at your feet
You’re in love
When you walk in a dream but you know you’re not dreaming signore
Scusami, but you see, back in old Napoli
That’s amore
When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, that’s amore
That’s amore,
When the world seems to shine like you’ve had too much wine, that’s amore
That’s amore
Bells will ring ting-a-ling-a-ling, ting-a-ling-a-ling
And you’ll sing “Vita bella” (Vita bel-, vita bella)
Hearts will play tippy-tippy-tay, tippy-tippy-tay
Like a gay tarantella
Lucky fella
When the stars make you drool just like a pasta e fasul, that’s amore
That’s amore
When you dance down the street with a cloud at your feet
You’re in love
When you walk in a dream but you know you’re not dreaming signore
Scusami, but you see, back in old Napoli
That’s amore
Amore, that’s amore