Bonsai #2
Carmen Consoli Lyrics

The lyrics in Carmen Consoli's song Bonsai #2 are intriguing and almost otherworldly. The first two lines, "Oderc ni em, Oderc ni em," are "Merci encore" spelled backward, which translates to "Thank you again" in English. It's unclear who or what she is thanking, but it hints at a deeper meaning behind the lyrics. The next two lines, "Len oim eroma, Len oim eroma," are also a palindrome, which means they read the same backward and forwards. This phrase doesn't have a direct translation, but it could be interpreted as a symbol for balance or harmony.

The following line, "Rep etra, rep etra is eroum," could be interpreted as "repeat, repeat it in reverse." This line further emphasizes the idea of symmetry and balance present in the previous lines. The verse concludes with "Credo in me, nel mio amore, per arte, per arte si muore," which translates to "I believe in me, in my love, for art, for art one dies." This verse reinforces the theme of self-belief and the idea that true artists are willing to risk everything for their art, even their life.