Adriano Celentano (born January 6, 1938) is an Italian singer, songwriter, … Read Full Bio ↴Adriano Celentano (born January 6, 1938) is an Italian singer, songwriter, comedian, actor, and TV host. He was born in Milan at 14 Gluck Street (about which he later wrote the song "Il ragazzo della via Gluck"), his parents were from Puglia and had moved north for work.

Heavily influenced by his idol, Elvis Presley, and the 1950s rock revolution, he is also known as the most famous dancer of the Hula hoop fad. For the last 40 years he has retained his popularity in Italy, selling millions of records and appearing in numerous TV shows and movies (including a short appearance in Fellini's La Dolce Vita, before becoming a famous artist). In the latter respect, he has also been a creator of a comic genre, with his characteristic walking and his facial expressions. For the most part, his films were commercially successful, in fact in the 1970s and part of the 1980s, he was the king of the Italian box office in low budget movies. As an actor, critics point to Serafino (1968), directed by Pietro Germi, as his best effort.

As a director he frequently casts Ornella Muti, Eleonora Giorgi and his wife Claudia Mori. His best movie like director is "Yuppi Du", winner of The Golden Palm at Cannes Festival. He and Claudia are the parents of Rosita, Rosalinda and Vincent Celentano, the latter most notable to worldwide audiences for playing the Satan character in Mel Gibson`s The Passion of the Christ. He also works often as a host for several Italian television shows.

His 1968 song "Azzurro" has regained popularity in 2006, due to it being the anthem of the Italian national football team (the Azzurri) who won the 2006 FIFA World Cup. The artist Vincent Fiorello has also created a remix of the song.

His last concert-event in 2012, after 18 years without live performances, was transmitted on Canale 5, with over 9 million viewers both evenings.

Così no
Adriano Celentano Lyrics

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Cosi' no!
Cosi' no!
Cosi' no!
Cosi' no!
Cosi' no!
Non puo durar
Perche' tu
Perche' tu

Fai solo disperar.

Se voglio i tuoi baci tu
Mi guardi e ridi
Lo sai che mi piaci ma
Non vuoi capirmi.

Cosi' no!
Cosi' no!
Cosi' no!
Cosi' no!
Cosi' no!
Non devi far
Perche' tu
Perche' tu
La vita sei per me.

Comprendimi e t'amero' su baciami,
Non dirmi piu' di no,
Cosi' si
Cosi' si!
T'amero'.

Cosi' no!
Cosi' no!
Cosi' no!
Cosi' no!
Cosi' no!
Non devi fa
Perche' tu
Perche' tu
La vita sei per me.

Comprendimi e t'amero' su baciami,
Non dirmi piu' di no.
Cosi' si

Cosi' si!
T'amero'.

Overall Meaning

The song "Così no" by Adriano Celentano features a dialogue between two people, where one is pleading for attention and affection while the other seems to be enjoying the game of keeping them at bay. The repeated line "Cosi' no" (meaning "not like this" or "no, that's not right") shows the frustration of the singer towards the situation. They feel that their love interest is playing mind games with them and causing them to feel desperate and unhappy. The lyrics also suggest that the singer will love their partner if they can simply understand their needs and give them what they're looking for.

The song's lyrics contain themes of unrequited love, uncertainty, and communication issues in relationships. The repetition of "Cosi' no" highlights the frustration and anxiety that come with these issues. While the singer yearns for a different, more loving dynamic, the partner seems to take pleasure in causing them pain. This creates a power imbalance that the singer struggles to break free from.

Overall, "Così no" is a passionate and emotional song that deals with universal themes that are relatable to many listeners. The catchy melody and Adriano Celentano's unique vocal style make it a timeless classic.

Line by Line Meaning

Cosi' no!
This cannot continue!

Non puo durar
This cannot last

Perche' tu
Because of you

Fai solo disperar.
You only make me suffer.

Se voglio i tuoi baci tu
If I want your kisses,

Mi guardi e ridi
You just look at me and laugh

Lo sai che mi piaci ma
You know that I like you but

Non vuoi capirmi.
You don't want to understand me.

Non devi far
You must not do this

Perche' tu
Because of you

La vita sei per me.
You are my life.