Il suono

Amedeo Minghi's 'Il suono' is a poetic exploration of love, communication, and the profound connection between two people. The song delves into the nuances of how love is expressed and understood, emphasizing the importance of the 'sound' or the essence behind words. Minghi begins by rejecting the idea of love as mere poetry, suggesting that true love transcends superficial expressions and reaches deeper into the soul. The imagery of nature—leaves, fruits, flowers, and the sea—serves to illustrate the natural and inevitable repetition of love's declaration, 'T'Amo' (I love you).

The song further explores the idea that words alone are insufficient to convey the depth of love. Minghi suggests that the sound, the tone, and the underlying emotions are what truly matter. He describes how the sound of words can penetrate beneath the surface, likening it to the intimate act of undressing, symbolizing vulnerability and closeness. This metaphor highlights the idea that true understanding and connection in love come from listening to the unspoken, the 'sound' that lies beneath the words.

Minghi also touches on the paradoxes and contradictions inherent in love. He acknowledges that while lovers may speak as if their words hold meaning, often, these words are filled with infidelities to the true essence of their feelings. The song reflects on the absurdity of trying to rationalize love, suggesting that love is an experience that defies logic and reason. The cyclical nature of time—sunset, dawn, noon—mirrors the cyclical nature of love, with its beginnings and inevitable endings. Ultimately, 'Il suono' is a meditation on the profound, often ineffable connection between lovers, where the true essence of love is found not in words, but in the resonance of their shared experiences and emotions.