He released his first albums under the Jovanotti byname to later switch into his real name (Lorenzo), as of the mid-nineties.
Most of his output is hip-hop influenced, although not most of his work should be viewed as hip hop music per se. Many of his songs are not hip hop related and may probably be best viewed as part of the earlier Italian cantautore tradition. Some of his earlier work is also closer to keyboard-heavy 1980s pop. Most of his songs are sung in the Italian language; he also released a Spanish-language greatest hits album. His live album includes a short version of the Sugarhill Gang's "Rapper's Delight". Jovanotti appears on several international compilations, most notably Red Hot + Rhapsody, a 1998 tribute to George Gershwin, on which he performed "I Got Rhythm". Jovanotti has also appeared in one Luciano Pavarotti's charity concert in 1996.
His CD, Buon Sangue, includes influences from both rock and old school hip hop. It is one of his most innovative works to date. Edoardo Bennato collaborated on one track, while bass player Saturnino co-wrote two of the songs.
One of his most recent CDs, "Ora", breaks new ground with a new style of production.
Ci Si Skiaccia
Jovanotti Lyrics
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The opening phrase of Jovanotti's song Ci Si Skiaccia may seem like a tangle of words with no meaning or coherence, but upon closer inspection, it reveals a deep reflection on the human condition. The phrase "ci si schiaccia" can be translated as "we crush ourselves," and it conveys a sense of the weight of existence that can become overwhelming at times. The repetition of the phrase with different pronouns (ti, mi, gli) suggests that this feeling of being crushed by life is universal, affecting everyone to some extent.
The song goes on to explore some of the factors contributing to this sense of crushing pressure, such as societal expectations, the relentless pace of modern life, and the fear of mortality. Jovanotti reflects on the futility of trying to escape from this pressure, as it seems to be an inherent part of the human experience. Instead, he encourages the listener to embrace this heaviness and find meaning in the struggle to persevere.
Line by Line Meaning
Ci si schiaccia ti si schiaccia mi si schiaccia ci si schiaccia gli si schiaccia.
We are all under pressure and feel crushed, no matter who we are or what we do.
Contributed by Owen C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
Oscar Lepe Aburto
EXELENTE TEMA QUE RECUERDOS DE LAS DISCOS
Lorenzo Mozzatto
Quanti ricordi,quanto pagherei per tornare in quei anni d'oro!Amici,spensieratezza,discoteche,la mia moto,mamma,papa,tutti gli ingredienti primari della vita!Ora il nulla!!!Ma per fortuna,me la godo lo stesso!!
maveruccio
ahahahahah da piccolino la sentivo sempre, avevo la cassetta xD!
Eros Andrea Orlando
Solo per aver coverizzato due pezzi leggenda ha vinto tutto il vecchio president.. This Is Ska... Beyond!!!!!
Vinny
ma quanto è matto quest'uomo?hahahaha grande!
giacomo caliari
ahahahah MITICO!!
19MaxPower82
A me ricorda parecchio anche "One step beyond" dei Madness :-)
ItalianTiger955i
@Andrea Andrea ho cercato. L album di jovanotti e' del 1988
Andrea Andrea
@ItalianTiger955i credo siano entrambe del 1989. In ogni caso, siccome sono praticamente identiche, qualcuno ha copiato
ItalianTiger955i
@Andrea Andrea cmq il brano dei bad manners e' successivo, dunque come traene spunto se ancora non esisteva?