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.
I Numeri
Jovanotti Lyrics
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La matematica, che mi perseguita ovunque vai
Qualsiasi cosa fai si parla solo coi numeri
La gente parla coi numeri la gente dà I numeri
Quanto guadagni?
Quanto risparmi?
Quanti anni hai?
E che voto mi dai?
E quanta gente c'era?
E quanto costa questo?
E grazie tenga il resto
Un milione e settecentotrentamila si vestono come te
Ma non sono uguali a te almeno secondo me
O forse sì dipende da te 25, 35, 25, 35, 23
Non siamo numeri, ma siamo liberi
Non siamo numeri, ma siamo liberi
3 x 5 25 6 x 3 33 2 x 8 48 3 x 9 29 6 + 2 quattrodue
3 x 8 48 6 x 9 29 3 x 3 33
I numeri, non li sopporto più
La matematica, che mi perseguita
Quanto mi dai dimmi quanto mi darai
A che ora arriverai scusa dimmi che ora fai
Quanti chilometri bisogna fare per andare verso la libertà
Chissà poi dove sarà, o forse qua anzi mi sa che è proprio qua
25, 35, 25, 35, 23
Non siamo numeri, ma siamo liberi
Non siamo numeri, ma siamo liberi
3 x 5 25 3 x 5 25 3 x 5 25 3 x 5 35 6 x 3 33 6 x 3 33 6 x 3 33 3 x 3 33
I numeri I numeri la matematica, che mi perseguita
I numeri I numeri la matematica, che mi perseguita
Non siamo numeri, ma siamo liberi
Non siamo numeri, ma siamo liberi
The song "I Numeri" by Jovanotti reflects on the way numbers and mathematics have taken over our lives. The lyrics express frustration towards the fact that everything is reduced to numbers in our society, and even personal interactions are often based on numerical values such as income, age, or grades. The repetitive chorus "Non siamo numeri, ma siamo liberi" (We are not numbers, but we are free) emphasizes the idea that we should not let ourselves be defined by numbers and instead should embrace our individuality and freedom.
In the verses, Jovanotti gives various examples of how numbers dominate our lives, from asking about one's salary to calculating distances to reach freedom. The line "Un milione e settecentotrentamila si vestono come te, ma non sono uguali a te almeno secondo me" (One million and seven hundred thirty thousand dress like you, but they are not the same as you, at least according to me) highlights the idea that even though we may have similar lifestyles or appearances, we are all unique individuals and should not be reduced to mere statistics or data points.
The use of multiplication and addition in the chorus and verses adds a sense of rhythm to the song, creating a catchy tune that compliments the song's message. The repetitive nature of the song's structure also reinforces the idea that numbers and mathematics have become ubiquitous in our society, and are difficult to escape.
Overall, "I Numeri" is a powerful critique of the way numbers have taken over our lives, and a call to embrace our individuality and freedom despite these pressures.
Line by Line Meaning
I numeri, non li sopporto più
The singer cannot stand numbers any longer.
La matematica, che mi perseguita ovunque vai
Mathematics follows the singer everywhere they go.
Qualsiasi cosa fai si parla solo coi numeri
No matter what the singer does, everything is reduced to numbers.
La gente parla coi numeri la gente dà I numeri
People talk using numbers, and they also provide numbers as answers to the artist's questions.
Quanto guadagni?
How much money do you make?
Quanto risparmi?
How much do you save?
Quanti anni hai?
How old are you?
E che voto mi dai?
And what grade do you give me?
E quanto costa questo?
And how much does this cost?
E quanta gente c'era?
And how many people were there?
E quanto costa questo?
And how much does this cost?
E grazie tenga il resto
And keep the change, thank you.
Un milione e settecentotrentamila si vestono come te
One million, seven hundred and thirty thousand people dress like the singer.
Ma non sono uguali a te almeno secondo me
But they are not the same as the singer, at least not in the singer's opinion.
O forse sì dipende da te 25, 35, 25, 35, 23
Or maybe they are, it depends on the singer's perspective. These are the ages of the people mentioned earlier.
Non siamo numeri, ma siamo liberi
We are not numbers, but we are free.
3 x 5 25 6 x 3 33 2 x 8 48 3 x 9 29 6 + 2 quattrodue
Multiplication and addition problems that don't seem to have a clear connection to the rest of the lyrics.
Quanto mi dai dimmi quanto mi darai
How much will you give me, tell me how much you will give me.
A che ora arriverai scusa dimmi che ora fai
What time will you arrive, sorry tell me what time it is.
Quanti chilometri bisogna fare per andare verso la libertà
How many kilometers must one travel to reach freedom.
Chissà poi dove sarà, o forse qua anzi mi sa che è proprio qua
Who knows where it will be, or maybe it's here, actually I think it's right here.
3 x 5 25 3 x 5 25 3 x 5 25 3 x 5 35 6 x 3 33 6 x 3 33 6 x 3 33 3 x 3 33
More multiplication problems, with some of them repeating from earlier in the song.
I numeri I numeri la matematica, che mi perseguita
Numbers, numbers, mathematics that follows the singer.
Non siamo numeri, ma siamo liberi
We are not numbers, but we are free.
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soulsister555
Yo conocí la de microchips y en 2019 me entero que ésta es la original jajaja es muy buena
ChiaraRuna
1990,quanti ricordi con questa canzone,molto carina la parte finale....che gioventù bella del tempo
Sir Isildur
Una Canzone Molto Bella Grandissimo Jovanotti
DaxMagic
NOooooooooooo! Avevo propio rimosso questa canzone,grazie per questo video! Erano 18 anni che non sentivo questa canzone! Grande Jovanotti!
Paolo Ciardullo
Veramente bella bella
Diego R.
non siamo numeriiiii........ma siamo liberiiii.....
SKID🏞️
Il periodo più di transizione di Jova tra quello scapestrato di La Mia Moto e Vasco No a quello di Lorenzo 1992. Questo brano si pone esattamente al centro tra le due ere ma ascoltato oggi suona🎶 come una canzone di Francesco Gabbani🎸 Naturalmente a mio avviso e con rispetto parlando🎶
ivano81rm
ci stavo troppo in fissa!!!!
Juan Manuel Orozco
las dos versiones son buenas pero la conoci con microchips
P.P.
a me ricorda la cena della maturita - scientifica!!!