- Source: Occhi di ragazza
"Occhi di ragazza" ("Girl's eyes") was the Italian entry in the Eurovision Song Contest 1970, performed in Italian by Gianni Morandi.
Background
The ballad was initially chosen by singer Ron to be presented at the 1970 Sanremo Music Festival, but was rejected by the Selection Jury. Morandi then to led it to success, and the song became a staple of his live repertoire. The song was also important for Lucio Dalla, who had composed the song's music, as its success gave him visibility and propelled his career.
At Eurovision
The song was performed third on the night, following Switzerland's Henri Dès with "Retour" and preceding Yugoslavia's Eva Sršen with "Pridi, dala ti bom cvet". At the close of voting, it had received 5 points, placing it 8th in a field of 12.
It was succeeded as Italian representative at the 1971 contest by Massimo Ranieri with "L'amore è un attimo".
Charts
Cover versions
Cover versions of the song include those by Lucio Dalla, Ron and Ornella Vanoni. An English version of the song titled "Eyes of a Child" was recorded by the Italo-Australian performer Tony Pantano, while Laila Nyström recorded a Swedish version of the song titled "Någonting att minnas".
References
External links
Occhi di ragazza at Discogs (list of releases)
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