“’O Sarracino” is one of Renato Carosone’s most famous songs and a timeless emblem of Neapolitan popular music. Written in 1958 with lyricist Nisa, it celebrates the irresistible charm and vitality of a young Neapolitan man — the “Saracen” — whose charisma captivates women everywhere he goes. Combining humor, sensuality, and regional pride, the song reflects postwar Naples’ exuberant spirit and cultural openness to the world. Musically, it fuses traditional Neapolitan melody with swing, jazz, and early rock influences, propelled by Carosone’s piano and a lively horn section. Over the decades, “’O Sarracino” has been covered by countless Italian and international artists, from Adriano Celentano to Zucchero, remaining a joyful symbol of Mediterranean energy and identity.