He is probably best known internationally for the song Senza Una Donna, which is a duet with Paul Young and hit number 4 in the latter's native United Kingdom, where Zucchero has generally made little commercial impact, in 1991. He commenced his musical career in 1970 with his first single in 1976, and his first album in 1983. His music, in Italian, Spanish and in English, is largely inspired by gospel, blues and rock music, and alternates between syrupy ballads and more rhythmic boogie-like pieces. He sang several duets, in public or on disc, with Joe Cocker, Miles Davis, Paul Young, Andrea Bocelli, Sting, Luciano Pavarotti, Tom Jones, and Johnny Hallyday.
European hit singles include Il Volo (English version: My love), Cosi Celeste, Baila (sexy thing), Diamante (featuring soul singer Randy Crawford), and Wonderful World (with Eric Clapton). Zucchero's 2004 album ZU & Co features duets with Miles Davis, Paul Young, Sheryl Crow, The Cranberries's Dolores O'Riordan, B.B. King, John Lee Hooker, Maná, Brian May, and Sting. It has sold millions of copies throughout Europe and the world and entered the Billboard 200 charts after its release in the U.S. in the summer of 2005.
In July 2005, Zucchero took part in the Live 8 concerts in both Rome and Paris. In July 2006 Zucchero's new single 'Bacco Perbacco' was released. A new studio album, produced by Don Was will be released in September.
L'Anno Dell'Amore
Zucchero Lyrics
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L'anno è questo qua
L'urlo dell'amore
Che rumore fa
Manca per un pelo
Io lo sento già
E allora, go, go, go, go, go
Go, go, go
Per un anno all'anno
L'anno dell'amore
We can get together
Questi e quelli là
Non è tutto loro
Quel che luccica
Manca per un pelo
Io lo sento già
E allora, go, go, go, go, go
Go, go, go
Ci vorrebbe un anno
Una volta all'anno
L'anno dell'amore
L'anno dell'amore
Fate l'amore
Ciechi da un occhio
Senza pudore così
Violate in pace
Biga e Batacchio
Male non fate, ma sì
Stand up
Stand up
Stand up
Stand
Oggi ho pianto un seme
E l'amore viene
L'anno dell'amore
L'anno dell'amore
Fate l'amore
Ciechi da un occhio
Senza pudore così
Violate in pace
Biga e Batacchio
Male non fate, ma sì
L'anno dell'amore
L'anno dell'amore
L'anno dell'amore
L'inno dell'amore
L'anno dell'amore
L'anno dell'amore
The opening verse of "L'Anno Dell'Amore" by Zucchero speaks of a specific year where the cry of love resounds loudly, creating a tumultuous noise. The singer seems to hint at a sense of urgency or near-miss, as if feeling the love is on the verge of slipping away. The repetition of "go, go, go" emphasizes a call to action or a sense of moving forward with determination. The idea of having just enough time for a year within the year signifies a compressed intensity, like the condensed essence of love manifesting in a short span.
The following verses shift to a collective perspective, mentioning coming together with different people and groups. There's a suggestion that not everything that glitters is truly theirs, portraying a sense of shared experiences or perhaps a warning against superficiality. The repeated urge to "go" and the desire for an annual celebration of love paint a vivid picture of seizing the moment and embracing love wholeheartedly. The concept of an "anno dell'amore" or a year of love is presented as a time to fully immerse in the essence of love and connection.
The bridge section introduces a more provocative tone with the encouragement to make love shamelessly, symbolized by being blind in one eye. This defiance of societal norms or inhibitions is further emphasized with phrases like "violate in peace" and "stand up," suggesting a bold assertion of passion and freedom. The metaphor of planting a seed and feeling love blooming signifies a sense of renewal and growth, echoing the theme of the year of love as a time for emotional blossoming.
The repetition of the chorus in the final verses underscores the anthem-like quality of the song, elevating the concept of the year of love to a grand declaration or celebration. The references to "Biga e Batacchio" add a touch of whimsy or playfulness, contrasting with the deeper themes of love and intimacy. Overall, "L'Anno Dell'Amore" captures a range of emotions and ideas surrounding love, from urgency and connection to defiance and celebration, inviting listeners to embrace love in all its complexities within the confines of a symbolic year dedicated to the essence of love.
Line by Line Meaning
Cari cittadini
Dear citizens
L'anno è questo qua
This is the year
L'urlo dell'amore
The scream of love
Che rumore fa
What a noise it makes
Manca per un pelo
It's just missing by a hair
Io lo sento già
I can already feel it
E allora, go, go, go, go, go
And so, go, go, go, go, go
Go, go, go
Go, go, go
Basterebbe un anno
It would be enough for one year
Per un anno all'anno
For a year in every year
L'anno dell'amore
The year of love
Fate l'amore
Make love
Ciechi da un occhio
Blind in one eye
Senza pudore così
Without shame like this
Violate in pace
Live in peace
Biga e Batacchio
Carriage and whip
Male non fate, ma sì
You don't do harm, but yes
Stand up
Stand up
Oggi ho pianto un seme
Today I planted a seed
E l'amore viene
And love comes
L'inno dell'amore
The anthem of love
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group,
Written by: Adelmo Fornaciari, Pasquale Panella, Pentti J. Glan, Hugh Sullivan, Domenic Michael Troiano, Roy Kenner
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