Stella
Michele Centonze/Edoardo Bennato Lyrics
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il grande amore?
E chi non l'ha trovato mai
e sogna ancora?
E chi crede che non vale
più la pena di cercare
e che è solo un'illusione
tutta questa grande attesa
E chi non farebbe pazzie?
Sono solamente bugie..
Cosa c'è da vergognarsi
di soffrire e tormentarsi
e magari di rischiare
finanche di morire
per il grande amore
Siamo seri, molto bene concentrati
su traguardi più importanti
su problemi veri
(Chorus)
niente storie, favole e chimere
restiamo con i piedi per terra
non si può afferrare
una....stella!
Ma chi non ha sognato mai
il grande amore?
E non lo inseguirebbe
una vita intera?
E chi cerca l'avventura
che duri solo una sera
e poi niente sentimenti
troppo ingombranti,
cose d'altri tempi...
(Chorus)
In the lyrics of "Stella" by Edoardo Bennato, the singer reflects on the universal human desire for great love. The opening lines question those who have never dreamed of experiencing a deep, profound love, and those who have yet to find it and still dream of it. The lyrics ponder whether it is still worthwhile to search for this great love, or if it is simply an illusion that leads to a long and unfulfilled wait. The idea of going to extremes for love is also touched upon, as the singer asks who wouldn't do crazy things for love, implying that love can sometimes drive people to irrational behavior.
The following section delves into the concept of shame in relation to love. The lyrics suggest that there is nothing to be ashamed of in suffering, tormenting oneself, or even risking one's life for love. This highlights the intense emotions and sacrifices that love can entail, portraying love as a force powerful enough to push individuals to their limits. The lyrics challenge the notion that love should be approached with caution or reservation, emphasizing the depth of feeling and commitment that true love requires.
As the song progresses, a shift in perspective occurs as the singer urges listeners to focus on more important goals and real problems rather than getting caught up in romantic fantasies or illusions. The repetition of the phrase "niente storie, favole e chimere" reinforces the theme of grounding oneself in reality and practicality, suggesting that chasing after unreachable ideals like capturing a star may lead to disappointment or disillusionment. The lyrics advocate for a balanced approach to love, cautioning against becoming too lost in romantic notions at the expense of facing the challenges of everyday life.
In the chorus, the singer revisits the initial theme of dreaming of great love, questioning whether one would not pursue it for a lifetime. The contrast is drawn between those who seek fleeting adventures devoid of deep emotions and those who yearn for enduring love that transcends time and societal trends. The song ultimately conveys a message of balance and perspective, acknowledging the allure of romantic ideals while also emphasizing the importance of staying grounded and realistic in one's expectations and pursuits of love.
Line by Line Meaning
Chi non ha sognato mai il grande amore?
Who has never dreamed of finding true love?
E chi non l'ha trovato mai e sogna ancora?
And who has never found it and still dreams of it?
E chi crede che non vale più la pena di cercare e che è solo un'illusione tutta questa grande attesa per il grande amore?
And who believes that it's not worth searching for it anymore and that all this waiting for true love is just an illusion?
E chi non farebbe pazzie? Sono solamente bugie..
And who wouldn't go crazy? It's all just lies..
Cosa c'è da vergognarsi di soffrire e tormentarsi e magari di rischiare finanche di morire per il grande amore
What's there to be ashamed of in suffering, tormenting oneself, and maybe even risking death for true love?
Siamo seri, molto bene concentrati su traguardi più importanti su problemi veri
Let's be serious, let's focus on more important goals, on real problems
niente storie, favole e chimere restiamo con i piedi per terra non si può afferrare una....stella!
No more stories, fairy tales, and illusions let's stay grounded, you can't catch a....star!
Ma chi non ha sognato mai il grande amore? E non lo inseguirebbe una vita intera?
But who has never dreamed of finding true love? And wouldn't chase it for a lifetime?
E chi cerca l'avventura che duri solo una sera e poi niente sentimenti troppo ingombranti, cose d'altri tempi...
And who looks for an adventure that only lasts for one night and then no intense feelings, things of the past...
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