The Story and Origins of Andrea Bocelli and Karol G’s ‘Vivo por Ella’
The song is well-known for its powerful melody and the emotional depth of its performers
Recently, Karol G surprised her fans with a truly special collaboration. As one of the top Latin singers in the urban genre, we’re used to hearing La Bichota team up with artists from the same scene on songs that dominate the radio. But it’s not every day you see an urban artist join forces with an opera legend like Andrea Bocelli.
That’s exactly what Karol did, stunning everyone with her reinterpretation of ‘Vivo Por Ella,’ one of Bocelli’s most iconic songs. This collaboration has created quite a buzz and touched many hearts, including Karol G’s mother, who was seen in a video shared on social media, in tears as she watched her daughter sing with Bocelli.
💖 @karolg nos sorprendió con su reinterpretación de ‘Vivo Por Ella’ en COLABORACIÓN con la leyenda de la ópera, @AndreaBocelli 🎶
La Bichota decidió dedicarle esta emotiva canción a su MADRE, quien no pudo contener las lágrimas al ver a su hija 🥺❤️ pic.twitter.com/NMVOAY7c9M
— LOS40 USA (@Los40UsaOficial) September 2, 2024
But where does ‘Vivo Por Ella’ come from, and what are its origins? We’ll tell you here.
‘Vivo por Ella’
In 1995, the Italian band O.R.O. (Onde Radio Ovest) released the original Italian version of the song ‘Vivo per Lei,’ written by Davide De Marinis and Valerio Zelli.
Later, Italian songwriter Gatto Panceri rewrote the lyrics for Andrea Bocelli, giving the song a new twist. Bocelli popularized it by recording it in 1997 with Italian singer Giorgia for his album Romanza. The song was a massive success in Italy and later worldwide, being translated and performed in various languages.
‘Vivo Por Ella’ is a tribute to music itself. The lyrics express a deep love and devotion for music, personified as a female figure that gives the singer’s life meaning. The song is well-known for its powerful melody and the emotional depth of its performers, making it one of Bocelli’s most iconic ballads. Over the years, ‘Vivo Por Ella’ has been reinterpreted by various artists. In Spanish, it became popular through Bocelli’s version with Marta Sánchez.
And now, in 2024, Karol G takes the spotlight in this iconic song alongside the Italian lyric tenor, as they aim to connect with new generations. Who knows—this version might just become the most popular. What do you think?