Meaning of the ‘Bella Ciao’ song in Money Heist explained

Money Heist season 5 narrates the crew’s biggest heist yet with a nail-biting finale that has had fans on the edge of their seats. Up ahead, we explain the meaning of the song titled ‘Bella Ciao,’ which was one of the songs used in the popular show.

Season 5, also known as part 5, concluded with episode 10 as The Professor attempted to get his team out of their most difficult heist yet. Not only did the team have the real police to worry about, but their plan was also interfered with by a rival heist crew.

What is the meaning of ‘Bella Ciao’?

The title of the Italian folk song, ‘Bella Ciao,’ simply means ‘Goodbye beautiful.’

Alongside the fan-favorite Money Heist theme song, ‘My Life Is Going On’ by Cecilia Krull, the fandom of La Casa de Papel has also grown attached to this Italian song that has appeared frequently during the show as well.

The full lyrics of ‘Bella Ciao’ is showcased below:

Una mattina mi sono alzato
O bella ciao, bella ciao, bella ciao, ciao, ciao
Una mattina mi sono azalto
E ho trovato l’invasor

O partigiano, portami via
O bella ciao, bella ciao, bella ciao, ciao, ciao
O partigiano, portami via
Ché mi sento di morir

E se io muoio da partigiano
O bella ciao, bella ciao, bella ciao, ciao, ciao
E se io muoio da partigiano
Tu mi devi seppellir

E seppellire lassù in montagna
O bella ciao, bella ciao, bella ciao, ciao, ciao
E seppellire lassù in montagna
Sotto l’ombra di un bel fior

Tutte le genti che passeranno
O bella ciao, bella ciao, bella ciao, ciao, ciao
E le genti che passeranno
Mi diranno “che bel fior”

È questo il fiore del partigiano
O bella ciao, bella ciao, bella ciao, ciao, ciao
È questo il fiore del partigiano
Morto per la libertà

È questo il fiore del partigiano
Morto per la libertà

Why does Money Heist feature the song so often?

‘Bella Ciao’ carries a strong political theme in its lyrics, which is why Money Heist features the song so frequently alongside its other symbology.

Originally designed as an anthem for anti-fascist resistance, the song was also looked upon as a hymn of freedom.

It was reported that during World War II, the song was altered to take on notes of bravery and was also used to symbolize “the partisans fighting the fascists.”

Will the Netflix show return for season 6?

No, Money Heist season 5 is thought to be the final chapter for the show.

Actor Alvaro Morte, who plays The Professor, previously explained in a press conference that the show is ending in favor of preserving the narrative’s quality, instead of lack of popularity.

Reported by Radio Times, Morte had this to say about the show’s ending: “I also think it’s a way of giving the fans what they truly deserve. We could have squeezed it a bit more but we would have been running the risk of everything coming to shambles. So leaving at the peak is a present we give to our fans.”

By Jo Craig – [email protected]

Money Heist season 5 is now available to stream on Netflix.

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