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.
Hai Sentito le Previsioni del Tempo?
Jovanotti Lyrics
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Finché il mondo gira
Dai che ce la fai
Forse ce la fai
Sì che ce la fai
Ciao, un'estate ancora
Finché il mondo gira
Forse ce la fai
Forse ce la fai
Un'estate ancora
Finché il mondo gira
Dai che ce la fai
Forse ce la fai
Sì che ce la fai
The lyrics from Jovanotti's song "Hai Sentito le Previsioni del Tempo?" seem to be a message of hope and encouragement. The repetition of the phrase "Ciao, un'estate ancora" (Hello, one more summer) at the beginning of each verse, combined with the lines "Finché il mondo gira" (As long as the world keeps spinning) and "Dai che ce la fai" (Come on, you can do it), suggest a sense of urgency to make the most of life, despite its challenges.
The phrase "Forse ce la fai" (Maybe you can do it) in the second and third lines of each verse suggests that the singer may not be entirely convinced that the listener is capable of overcoming those challenges, but nevertheless stresses that the effort should still be made. The repetition of the line "Sì che ce la fai" (Yes, you can do it) at the end of the third verse could be seen as a moment of affirmation, allowing the listener to take the singer's encouragement to heart.
Overall, the song is a gentle reminder that life is short and uncertain, and that we must do the best we can with the time we have. Though the lyrics are simple, they convey a powerful message of hope in the face of adversity.
Line by Line Meaning
Ciao, un'estate ancora
Greetings, there's still one more summer
Finché il mondo gira
As long as the world keeps turning
Dai che ce la fai
Come on, you can do it
Forse ce la fai
Maybe you can do it
Sì che ce la fai
Yes, you can do it
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Lorenzo Cherubini
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