Ah L'ammore Che Ffa Fà

Angela Luce's song 'Ah L'ammore Che Ffa Fà' delves into the complexities and emotional turbulence of love. The lyrics, sung in Neapolitan dialect, paint a vivid picture of love's unpredictable nature. The song opens with a reference to a mother calling love a 'serpent tempter,' suggesting the dangerous allure and potential harm that love can bring. The protagonist acknowledges that despite being warned, they have already experienced love's intoxicating effects, likening themselves to a mere child in the grand scheme of the world's women. This sets the stage for a narrative that explores the highs and lows of romantic entanglement.

The recurring metaphor of love as a 'bannèra' (flag) that changes direction with the wind underscores the song's central theme: love's fickleness. This imagery suggests that love is light and easily swayed, subject to the whims of circumstance and emotion. The protagonist recounts moments of intimacy and the subsequent guilt and fear of maternal disapproval, highlighting the societal pressures and personal conflicts that often accompany romantic relationships. The tearing of the 'figurella' (small figure) from the chest symbolizes the emotional pain and the breaking of innocence, further emphasizing the song's exploration of love's bittersweet nature.

In the final verses, the protagonist expresses a dramatic willingness to embrace self-destruction if abandoned by their lover, illustrating the depth of their emotional dependence. The mention of 'erba avvelenata' (poisoned grass) and the desire to be found dead by the lover underscores the extreme emotional stakes involved. This intense portrayal of love's darker side serves as a poignant reminder of the powerful and sometimes destructive force that love can be. Angela Luce's evocative performance and the song's rich lyrical content make 'Ah L'ammore Che Ffa Fà' a compelling exploration of love's multifaceted nature.