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Who sang Istanbul (Not Constantinople)?

The Four Lads released the song Istanbul (Not Constantinople). Date of release: 1953.

Release date: 1953

Duration: 02:20

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The meaning of the song 'Istanbul (Not Constantinople) ', based on the lyrics

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🎶 Istanbul (Not Constantinople) song analysis

The song is about how the city of Constantinople changed its name to Istanbul. The protagonist reminisces about the old name and wants to go back, but his friend tells him it's not possible. The song also mentions how even New York used to have a different name (New Amsterdam) and got changed for no particular reason.

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