Tutte le volte
Eman Lyrics

The lyrics of Eman's song "Tutte le volte" explore themes of distance, brokenness, and the complexities of relationships. The first verse expresses a sense of resignation and acceptance, as the singer acknowledges that they no longer find surprise in things that break and can't be fixed. They also emphasize their lack of ability to fix them, metaphorically highlighting their inability to repair the relationship they're in. The line "Non ho le mani di tuo padre" ("I don't have your father's hands") suggests a longing for the nurturing and fixing abilities of a father figure.

The second verse delves into the passing of time and the emotional toll it takes. The lyrics mention that every passage in life has its own light that can hurt the eyes, symbolizing the pain and discomfort that can come from facing the truth and reality of one's situation. The reference to statues of saints becoming more genuine until they are touched implies the loss of illusion or idealized perceptions when faced with the truth. The lyrics also mention hidden words in a bag of tricks as something to be forgotten, suggesting the need to let go of past hurts and secrets.

In the chorus, the singer reflects on the many times they have dug and covered things between themselves and their partner. This could refer to burying emotions, hiding issues, or trying to mend the relationship. They highlight the loss of themselves and their partner in the process, becoming distant and disconnected. The line "Tu con gli occhi chiusi, io senza parlare" ("You with closed eyes, me without speaking") symbolizes the lack of communication and understanding between them.

The third verse introduces the concept of destiny and its role in the singer's life. Destiny is personified with a smile and a knife in its pocket, suggesting both a sense of playfulness and danger. The moonlight on the blade represents the clarity and harsh reality that destiny brings. The singer is then given a choice, highlighting the two different paths they can take. However, they express that they were not ready, too tired to make a decision, and thus stayed in their current state of dissatisfaction and fatigue.

The final repetition of the chorus emphasizes the repeated cycle of burying and covering things between the singer and their partner. They describe how they have lost themselves and each other in the reflections and habits of the relationship. The inclusion of closed fists and self-inflicted pain suggests a desire to feel something, even if it hurts. The repetition of "Non mi stupisco più" ("I'm not surprised anymore") emphasizes the singer's resignation towards things breaking and their inability to fix them, once again expressing their lack of their partner's comforting and nurturing father figure.