It all started with a pasta craving and a touch of nostalgia. I found myself dining at a cozy little Italian restaurant—the kind with red-checkered tablecloths, soft ambient lighting, and the gentle hum of clinking glasses and quiet chatter. At one point, the familiar melody of “Speak Softly, Love,” the iconic theme from The Godfather, began to float through the room.
Feeling inspired (and a bit bold), I softly started singing along at my table. A few patrons turned to smile, and then—just like a scene straight out of a film—a man from across the room stood up and joined me. But this wasn’t just anyone. He was a real tenor, with a voice so powerful and velvety it instantly silenced the entire restaurant.