il fantasma
Adriano Modica Lyrics
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di chi è questa colpa blu
al perdono dello specchio
non ci credo
quando c'è il sole il fantasma ha paura
mentre i miei denti dormivano
questa notte è troppo sveglia
zitta
sveglia
quando c'è il sole il fantasma ha paura
c'è odore di mattina
di letti ancora caldi e caffè appena fatto
quando c'è il sole il fantasma ha paura
The lyrics of Adriano Modica's song "Il Fantasma" evoke a sense of introspection and vulnerability, focusing on themes of morning, forgiveness, self-doubt, and fear. The singer describes the scent of the morning and questions the ownership of a mysterious "blue sin" that they cannot believe can be forgiven by the reflection in the mirror. This sets a contemplative tone, suggesting a struggle with accepting forgiveness or redemption for past mistakes or actions. The reference to the mirror highlights the internal conflict the singer is facing, as they grapple with feelings of guilt or shame.
The repeated line "quando c'è il sole il fantasma ha paura" (when the sun is up, the ghost is afraid) adds a layer of complexity to the lyrics, suggesting that the singer's fears or insecurities are heightened in the brightness of day. This imagery of the ghost being afraid in the daylight could symbolize the vulnerability and uncertainty the singer feels when exposed to the light of truth or reality. It conveys a sense of hiding or feeling haunted by internal struggles that are magnified in the harsh light of day.
The mention of the singer counting sheep while their teeth were sleeping and feeling too awake in the night further emphasizes a sense of restlessness and an inability to find peace or quiet the mind. The contrast between the singer's wakefulness and the asleep teeth creates a surreal and dreamlike quality to the lyrics, reflecting a sense of detachment from oneself or one's surroundings. The night being described as "too awake" and "quiet" contributes to a feeling of unsettledness, as if the singer is unable to find solace or rest in the darkness.
The final stanza returns to the morning imagery, with mentions of warm beds and freshly brewed coffee, creating a sense of comfort and familiarity. However, the repetition of the line "quando c'è il sole il fantasma ha paura" at the end suggests that even in moments of warmth and comfort, the singer's fears and doubts persist. This reinforces the idea that the specter of past mistakes or regrets haunts the singer regardless of the time of day or external circumstances. Overall, the lyrics of "Il Fantasma" convey a mood of introspection, vulnerability, and the ongoing struggle to find forgiveness and inner peace amidst fear and uncertainty.
Line by Line Meaning
c'è odore di mattina
There is a smell of early morning
di chi è questa colpa blu
Whose fault is this blue guilt
al perdono dello specchio
To the forgiveness of the mirror
non ci credo
I don't believe it
quando c'è il sole il fantasma ha paura
When the sun is out, the ghost is afraid
mentre i miei denti dormivano
While my teeth were sleeping
io ero sveglio e contavo le pecore in giro
I was awake and counting the sheep around
questa notte è troppo sveglia
This night is too awake
zitta
Quiet
sveglia
Awake
c'è odore di mattina
There is a smell of early morning
di letti ancora caldi e caffè appena fatto
Of beds still warm and freshly made coffee
quando c'è il sole il fantasma ha paura
When the sun is out, the ghost is afraid
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Adriano Modica
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