"Melina" by Camilo Sesto is a song of celebration and hope. It tells the story of a woman who has fought to return to her homeland and her people, and is now being welcomed back with open arms. The lyrics express the joy of her return, and the hope that her voice will be heard by God. The song also speaks of the pain and suffering she has endured, and how her courage and determination have allowed her to overcome it. Finally, the song celebrates the resilience of her spirit and the strength of her people, and encourages them to keep fighting for a better future.
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You are a fire of love
Sunlight, volcano, and earth
Wherever you go, you leave a mark
Woman, you were born to love
You have fought to return
To your land and with your people
You have returned, Melina
Raise your hands towards God
May He hear your voice
La-ra-rai-ra-ra-ra
You have returned, Melina
Your eyes reflect the pain
And your soul, the love
La-ra-rai-ra-ra-ra
The imprint of your singing takes root, Melina
And your gray eyes laugh again, Melina
La-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-rai-ra-ra-ra
Your life and your reason is your country
Where the sea turned gray
Where crying is now singing
You have returned, Melina
Raise your hands towards God
May He hear your voice
La-ra-rai-ra-ra-ra
You have returned, Melina
Your eyes reflect the pain
And your soul, the love
La-ra-rai-ra-ra-ra
The imprint of your singing takes root, Melina
And your gray eyes laugh again, Melina
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