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"Paroles, Paroles," originally composed by Gianni Ferrio with lyrics by Leo Chiosso and Giancarlo Del Re, is a timeless masterpiece of Italian and French chanson. While traditionally known as a duet between a singer and a spoken-word artist, modern improvisations—often referred to as being "by Leo" (referencing lyricist Leo Chiosso or modern jazz interpretations)—focus on the song's rhythmic bossa nova foundation and its cynical, conversational charm.
: It typically shifts between minor and major modes, reflecting the "bittersweet" dialogue between the two performers. Paroles, Paroles ( Gianni Ferrio ) improvised by Leo.
Am7→Dm7→G7→Cmaj7cap A m 7 right arrow cap D m 7 right arrow cap G 7 right arrow cap C m a j 7 ) to create a sense of elegant movement. Am7→Dm7→G7→Cmaj7cap A m 7 right arrow cap D
: Alternate between soft, staccato "caramel" notes and sweeping, legato phrases to represent the clash between the male's sugary compliments and the female's cold reality. Learning Resources Tutorials : Advanced players can study piano synthesia
: Find guitar arrangements by Francesco Piccolo or accordion variations by Arrigo Tomasi . Tutorials :
Advanced players can study piano synthesia tutorials for the original Mina arrangement.
: Standard arrangements often use a progression of in minor keys (e.g.,
