So, you little Italian devils
You want to know about love?
Saraghina will tell you
If you want to make a woman happy
You rely on what you were born with
Because it is in your blood
Be Italian, be Italian
Take a chance and try to steal a fiery kiss
Be Italian, be Italian
When you hold me, don't just hold me
But hold this!
Please be gentle, sentimental
Go ahead and try to give my cheek a pat
But be daring and uncaring
When you pinch me, try to pinch me where there's fat
Be a singer, be a lover
Pick the flower now before the chance is past
Be Italian, be Italian
Live today as if it may become your last
Be a singer, be a lover
Pick the flower now before the chance is past
Be Italian, be Italian
Live today as if it may become your last!