45 years ago, an Italian father leaned over his son's ear and said, "Little one, don't be discouraged!" The world belongs to everyone. Although you can't see the world in front of you, there's at least one thing you can do, and that's to let the world see you! ”。 This child was the perfect interpreter of classical and modern pop music that later fell to the world, praised as "the voice that made God kiss", the world-famous singer André Bocelli.
Pictured here, In 1995, Italy, Andre Bocelli waved to an audience. Image source: Visual China
André Bocelli was born on September 22, 1958 in Lajatico, Italy. He was very sensitive to music from an early age, and began to learn piano at the age of 7, followed by flute and saxophone. Bocelli was an amblyopic child since childhood, and at the age of 12, an accident playing football left him completely blind in both eyes. But he did not give up on himself and insisted on learning to sing. At a very young age, he was particularly interested in opera. He was blind in both eyes, but he had a good voice.
In November 1993, Italy, Andre Bocelli played and sang his classic song "Miserere". Image source: Visual China
Bocelli graduated from the University of Pisa with a Doctor of Laws degree and worked in law for a year before starting vocal music at the age of 30. His first vocal teacher was Betarini, who learned to sing with Colery three years later, and Pavarotti also gave him important advice in singing: "Remember to sing softly, don't force your voice...", and he still sings like a speech inspired by Pavarotti.
Pictured here, Italy, 1997, Andre Bocelli, with his wife and son. Image source: Visual China
In 1994, his debut solo album "Quiet Night Sea" won the Sanremo Festival Grand Prix and reached one of the top ten italian pop charts. His song "The Time of Farewell", sung with Sarah Brightman, was even more popular, becoming the number one song in the European pop charts, establishing his status as an international pop singer.
Since 1994, his first CD has sold 500,000 copies worldwide. In 1996, his collaboration with Sarah Brightman on "Farewell Moment" swept the world and became a classic song.
Pictured here on September 1, 1999, in Paris, France, André Bocelli plays and sings himself on stage. Image source: Visual China
In 1998, he won the World Music Award. In 2001, another of his CDs, Toscani's Sky, sold more than a million copies and won the European Platinum Record Award. André Bocelli's reputation grew day by day, becoming a singer of the Italian "national treasure" category.
On February 24, 1999, In Los Angeles, Andre Bocelli attended the 41st Annual Grammy Awards. Image source: Visual China
Even in terms of international popularity, he is no less than another italian master, Pavarotti, who has long been famous. His singing voice and fame have become a worldwide fashion, because his singing style is unique and extremely extensive. Whether it is a classical bel canto or a popular style of work, he is free to control and has a strong appeal. He can work with Pavarotti and sing with the lead singer of U2. Whether it's a music pundit or among young people who are new to music, Andrea Bocelli can find his own confidant
Pictured here is Bocelli at Los Angeles International Airport on April 25, 1999. Image source: Visual China