“Bella Ciao” (Italian for “Goodbye Beautiful”) is a powerful Italian song, famously linked to the resistance movement against Nazi occupation and Fascist forces during World War II. Originally a folk song from the late 19th century, it was first sung by women working in the paddy fields of Northern Italy (known as mondine) who protested the harsh conditions they faced. Over time, it evolved into a global anthem of defiance and resilience, becoming a symbol of rebellion against oppression.
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The exact origins of “Bella Ciao” remain uncertain, but it is widely believed that it was first sung as “Alla mattina appena alzata” (“In the morning as soon as I woke up”) by the seasonal workers of Italy’s Po Valley rice fields. These laborers were tasked with the demanding work of weeding and tending to rice plants, particularly during the flooding season from late April to June. Working under tough conditions, the women would sing to express their frustration and solidarity, using the song as a means of voicing their struggle against the exploitation they endured.
The song gained renewed fame in modern times through its prominent use in the popular Netflix series La Casa de Papel (Money Heist). In the show, “Bella Ciao” is a recurring theme, symbolizing resistance against the system, much like the song’s original meaning. Its powerful melody and lyrics struck a chord with audiences worldwide, turning “Bella Ciao” into a contemporary anthem of rebellion once again.
QOUTABLE LYRICS
O bella ciao, bella ciao, bella ciao, ciao, ciao
Una mattina mi son alzato
E ho trovato l’invasor
O partigiano, portami via
O bella ciao, bella ciao, bella ciao, ciao, ciao
O partigiano, portami via
Che mi sento di morir
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