August 18, 1958 – “Volare” Takes Flight On this day in 1958, Italy’s leading male vocalist, Domenico Modugno, soared to the top of the Billboard Hot 100 with his timeless classic, “Volare” (“Nel Blu Dipinto di Blu”). The song wasn’t just a hit—it was a phenomenon. With its sweeping melody and joyful chorus, “Volare” captured hearts around the world. It became the best-selling record of 1958, winning two Grammy Awards—Record of the Year and Song of the Year—at the very first Grammy ceremony. With