Jovanotti, byname of Lorenzo Cherubini (born September 26, 1966) is an Ital… Read Full Bio ↴Jovanotti, byname of Lorenzo Cherubini (born September 26, 1966) is an Italian singer-songwriter and rapper.

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.

Luna di città d'agosto
Jovanotti Lyrics

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Luna di città d'agosto
Che sembri solamente mia
In questo asfalto posto
Con la gente che se n'è andata via
Luna di città d'agosto
Mi piace guardarti la schiena
Mentre sei girata verso il mare
In questa nottata serena

Va e dille che sto bene
Di non pensare a me
Di lasciar perdere
Il vento soffia e il tempo passerà
Palazzi e strade come scenografie

Di uno spettacolo
Che è andato male
Coi ballerini che tolgono il trucco
Per ritornare a cominciare a sognare
Luna di città d'agosto
Raccontami un' altra bugia
Fammi riscaldare davanti
Al fuoco caldo della malinconia
Va e dille che sto bene
Di non pensare a me
Di lasciar perdere

Il vento soffia
E il tempo passerà

Overall Meaning

In Jovanotti's song "Luna di città d'agosto," he portrays a vivid image of a calm August night in the city with only the moon, the deserted streets, and himself, accompanied by a sense of isolation and nostalgia. The song contrasts the hustle and bustle of the city during the day to its peacefulness at night. Jovanotti marvels at the beauty of the moon as it seems to shine only for him in this city, where everyone has left. He mentions how he enjoys watching the moon as it sets towards the sea, with the breeze blowing gently.

The song's lyrics also evoke a sense of reflection and nostalgia. Jovanotti acknowledges that life tends to move on, and people forget the moments and people they left behind. He urges someone to inform a former lover that he is doing well and that they shouldn't worry about him. He reminds them that the wind will blow, and time will pass, and things will change.

Overall, Jovanotti's song "Luna di città d'agosto" takes us on a journey through a quiet August night in the city, where the moon and the songwriter himself are the only visible things. It speaks to the desire to slow down and appreciate the present moment, and a reminder to not get lost in the past.

Line by Line Meaning

Luna di città d'agosto
The full moon in the city during August.

Che sembri solamente mia
Which seems like it belongs only to me.

In questo asfalto posto
In this place paved with asphalt.

Con la gente che se n'è andata via
With the people who have left.

Mi piace guardarti la schiena
I like looking at your back.

Mentre sei girata verso il mare
While you're turned towards the sea.

In questa nottata serena
On this still night.

Va e dille che sto bene
Go and tell her I'm doing fine.

Di non pensare a me
Not to think about me.

Di lasciar perdere
To leave it behind.

Il vento soffia e il tempo passerà
The wind blows and time passes.