Non Ti Ho Mai Chiesto
Carmen Consoli Lyrics

The lyrics of Carmen Consoli's song "Non Ti Ho Mai Chiesto" explore the theme of self-acceptance and refusing to conform to societal expectations. The opening lines, "Cosa posso perdere / Regalando tutte le mie cose?" (What can I lose / By giving away all my things?), suggest a willingness to let go of material possessions and detach from materialistic desires. This can be interpreted as a rejection of societal pressure to constantly acquire and possess more.

The lyrics also highlight the struggle to maintain authenticity and stay true to oneself. Consoli sings, "Quanta fatica per evitare / Di mentire a me stessa" (How hard it is to avoid / Lying to myself), emphasizing the challenge of staying genuine in a world that often encourages conformity and deception. This struggle is further emphasized in the lines, "Quanta fatica per ascoltare / Le parole di chi non pensa" (How hard it is to listen / To the words of those who don't think). Consoli expresses the difficulty of navigating through the opinions and expectations of others while striving to remain true to her own thoughts and beliefs.

The chorus, "Non ti ho mai chiesto di cambiare / La mia testa / La mia testa / Non ti ho mai chiesto di cambiare / Le mie cose / Le mie cose" (I never asked you to change / My mind / My mind / I never asked you to change / My things / My things), further reinforces the theme of self-acceptance. It is an affirmation that Consoli has never sought validation or approval from others to change who she is or the possessions she chooses to have.