Menta E Rosmarino
Zucchero Lyrics

The lyrics of Zucchero's song Menta E Rosmarino, which translates to "Mint and Rosemary," tell a story of being lost and feeling lonely, while also expressing a sense of being at home. The first verse speaks of the falling stars and tears at sunset, representing the end of something and the start of a new journey. The reference to drops of light from the eyes in the blind night indicates the sense of hope that accompanies starting over. The singer then acknowledges that this is where he belongs and that he has come home. The phrase "Menta e Rosmarino" is repeated several times throughout the song, serving both as an allusion to the scents of those herbs and as a metaphor for the singer's journey. He has kicked away the nights to get closer to his home and his heart.

The second verse expresses the singer's feelings of loneliness and isolation, perhaps caused by the journey he has embarked upon. He still feels a love lost, but his feelings for the person are complicated. He acknowledges that he loved them, even if it caused him pain, and that he loved them, even if they helped him stay alive. The final verse speaks of the soul being full and possibly scattered or forgotten, perhaps referring to the confusion and uncertainty that comes with leaving the past behind and moving on. The song ends with a declaration of love, even though the relationship may have ended.