Notturno
Alessandro Safina Lyrics

The lyrics to Alessandro Safina's song "Notturno" describe a sad carousel that is a metaphor for the singer's relationship with the person they address in the song. The refrain of "notturno d'amore" (love nocturne) suggests that this relationship is a nighttime affair. The singer laments their lover's rejection and the pain of wondering if the person they desire is truly right for them. The dance the singer shares with their lover is no longer coherent, and it seems that life can often confuse even our clearest thoughts and intentions, changing the very foundation and structure of relationships. The lyrics also include references to "rocks" being changed to "white tides," adding to the sense of confusion and instability in the singer's life.

The second verse describes the state of the relationship as "our mosaic" being broken into black and white, with only a few hidden stars left to find. The singer no longer knows how to find these stars and fix the broken relationship, further emphasizing the hopelessness of the situation. The refrain repeats, with the "notturno d'amore" both dividing and bringing the lovers closer, hinting at the idea that the nighttime affair is both a source of joy and heartbreak. The final line, "Notturno... sarà," suggests an unresolved ending, leaving the listener to decide whether the lovers will find their way back to each other or remain apart.