Nessun dorma - Luciano Pavarotti (Turandot) - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"Nessun dorma" by Luciano Pavarotti is one of the most famous arias from Giacomo Puccini's opera Turandot. The aria was written by the composer with contributions from Franco Alfano, who completed the opera after Puccini's death. The libretto was crafted by Giuseppe Adami and Renato Simoni. Luciano Pavarotti's interpretation is celebrated for its emotional depth and technical mastery, making it a staple in both opera houses and major public events. His recording of "Nessun dorma" was first released in 1972. However, it gained iconic status after being used as the theme for the 1990 FIFA World Cup, which catapulted it to number 2 on the UK Singles Chart in June 1990. The song remained on the chart for 12 weeks, solidifying its place in pop culture and opera history. The title translates to "None Shall Sleep," and the aria is sung by the character Calaf, who expresses his confidence that he will win the heart of Princess Turandot by solving her riddles. The famous concluding line, "Vincerò!" ("I will win!"), underscores the aria's message of victory and perseverance.