Mario Lanza - Mario Lanza Sings Because

Review by Andrea Lewis

Mario Lanza Sings Because: A Timeless Dive into Emotion and Opera-Pop Fusion Let’s get one thing straight—Mario Lanza wasn’t just a singer; he was the voice that made people feel things they didn’t even know they had feelings for. Released in 1961, Mario Lanza Sings Because is like your favorite uncle showing up at Thanksgiving with an armful of weird but surprisingly tasty dishes. It’s part pop, part classical, and all heart. The album bounces between ballads and opera-like crescendos, with Mario’s tenor vocals soaring over lush orchestration led by conductors Constantine Callinicos and Ray Sinatra (yes, THAT Sinatra family). If you’ve ever wondered what happens when raw emotion meets polished technique, this record has your answer. Now, I’m not gonna lie—this isn’t background music for folding laundry. This is “sit down, shut up, and listen” kind of stuff. Two tracks on this album really stuck with me like gum under a shoe: “Vesti La Giubba” and “Core ’Ngrato.” First off, “Vesti La Giubba,” or as it’s sometimes called, “On With The Play,” hits harder than your ex texting you out of nowhere. For those unfamiliar, it’s from Leoncavallo’s Pagliacci, and it tells the story of Canio, a clown who’s gotta put on a happy face while his life falls apart backstage. Lanza nails the desperation here—he doesn’t just sing it; he lives it. By the time he belts out those final notes, you’re ready to grab some tissues and rethink every bad decision you’ve ever made. You can practically hear the mascara running down his face. And let’s be real, if this song doesn’t give you goosebumps, check your pulse—you might be dead. Then there’s “Core ’Ngrato,” which sounds like someone took Italian heartbreak, rolled it in flour, deep-fried it, and served it with extra tears on top. This track is basically the musical equivalent of crying in the shower after a breakup. What gets me is how Lanza makes unrequited love sound so… beautiful? Tragic? Both? His voice cracks in all the right places, like he’s barely holding himself together, and honestly, same. Fun fact: the song appears multiple times on the album under slightly different titles, because apparently once wasn’t enough torture for our poor hearts. The rest of the album keeps the momentum going, blending Toselli serenades with dramatic arias like “Paillasse.” Sure, it leans heavily into its operatic roots, but thanks to Lanza’s charisma and the RCA Victor Orchestra’s bombastic backing, it never feels stuffy or pretentious. More like sitting front row at a concert where everyone’s secretly sobbing but pretending they’re totally fine. Here’s the kicker, though—listening to this album feels like stepping into another era. Not just because it came out in 1961, but because we don’t make music like this anymore. These days, most songs are lucky if they last longer than three minutes without repeating themselves. Meanwhile, Lanza spends five-plus minutes wringing every ounce of drama out of each note. It’s refreshing, exhausting, and oddly satisfying—all at once. So, would I recommend Mario Lanza Sings Because? Absolutely. Just don’t blame me if you start randomly bursting into tears in public. Or if you suddenly develop an uncontrollable urge to learn Italian. Oh, and pro tip: avoid listening to this before a job interview unless you want to explain why you look like you’ve been emotionally eviscerated. Final thought: If Mario Lanza were alive today, he’d probably crush TikTok. Imagine him lip-syncing to his own songs with dramatic lighting and captions like “When she says ‘we need to talk’ OperaDrama.” Yeah, instant viral sensation.

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Artist: Mario Lanza
Album: Mario Lanza Sings Because

1954

Rating: 5.0

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Tracks

Track	Duration	Preview
Because
Core'ngrato
Sérénade
Paillasse (1er Acte : Récit Et Air De Canio, "Vesti La Giubba")
Vesti La Giubba (On With The Play)
Core' Ingrato
Toselli (Serenade)
Core 'Ngrato
Toselli's Serenade
Vesti La Giubba
Core'ngrato (Ungrateful Heart)
Paillasse
Core Ingrato

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RCA Red Seal
RCA
RCA Victor Red Seal
RCA, RCA Red Seal
RCA Victor

Listen online

online luisteren
écouter en ligne
ascolta in linea
lytte på nettet
online anhören
ouvir online
escuchar en línea
lyssna på nätet
kuunnella verkossa

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Vinyl
7"
45 RPM
EP
Mono
Reissue

Companies

Role	Company
Copyright (c)	Radio Corporation Of America
Manufactured By	TELDEC »Telefunken-Decca« Schallplatten GmbH
Made By	Disel S.A.
Printed By	Imprimerie L. Hardy

Credits

Role	Credit
Conductor	Constantine Callinicos, Ray Sinatra
Orchestra	RCA Victor Orch.
Tenor Vocals	Mario Lanza

Notes

Made in U.S.A.
45RPM durée prolongée
Red Seal Special
8-61 Imp. L. Hardy - Paris
Made in France

Barcodes

Matrix / Runout (Label Side A): E4RH-1063
Matrix / Runout (Label Side B): E4RH-1064
Matrix / Runout (Runout area side A): 45-9 / E4-RH - 1063 - XII Manufactured in Germany
Matrix / Runout (Runout area side B): 45-9 / E4-RH - 1064 - XII Manufactured in Germany
Matrix / Runout (Label side A): E 4 RH-1063
Matrix / Runout (Label side B): E 4 RH-1064
Rights Society: BIEM
Price Code (Medium): Ⓜ

Interesting fact about Album

Here’s something cool: Mario Lanza’s album *Mario Lanza Sings Because* is a hidden gem that blends pop and classical music effortlessly. Released in 1961, it showcases his powerful tenor voice on tracks like "Vesti La Giubba" and "Core 'Ngrato." What’s wild is how this album made waves not just in the U.S., but also in France, Germany, Norway, and Belgium. It’s like a global love letter to timeless music. Plus, having Ray Sinatra and Constantine Callinicos on conducting duties? That’s some serious talent backing him up. If you’ve never heard it, check it out—it’s emotional, dramatic, and totally unforgettable.

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ooshimayuuri

2025-03-14

My favorite Mario Lanza song is "I'll Walk With God"

yuli88567

2025-03-13

The best Tenner ever

stupniconok123

2025-03-12

One of my Father-In-Law Henry's favorites, and now one of mine!!! What a rich, enjoyable tone!!!!

bfuentesvalle

2025-03-12

Interesting. I am a barrietennor. Up to middle C I am a Baritone above that I am a tenor. I sound different but very good. Needs practice for breath control but easy song.