Presto Presto

Assalti Frontali's song 'Presto Presto' is a high-energy anthem that captures the urgency and frustration of modern life. The repetitive use of phrases like 'presto, presto!' (quick, quick!) and 'svelto, svelto!' (hurry, hurry!) creates a sense of relentless speed and pressure. This urgency is further emphasized by the frequent interjections of 'hey tu, let's go!' and 'hey tu, c'mon!' which serve as a call to action, urging listeners to keep moving and not waste time.

The lyrics also critique the media and societal norms. The mention of 'l'esperto da New York' (the expert from New York) and 'il giornalista col linguaggio scelto' (the journalist with the chosen language) highlights the superficiality and commercialization of information. The line 'per lui ci sono ventimila euro a botta' (for him, there are twenty thousand euros a pop) underscores the commodification of news and expertise, suggesting that these figures are more concerned with profit than with truth or integrity. The aggressive imagery of 'mettergli un' atomica in bocca' (put an atomic bomb in his mouth) and 'igniettargli uranio impoverito in culo' (inject depleted uranium in his ass) reflects a deep-seated anger and desire for radical change.

The song also touches on themes of protest and civil unrest. The lines 'parte un corteo e vuole incendi e incidenti' (a parade starts and wants fires and incidents) and 'i violenti! i violenti!' (the violent ones! the violent ones!) depict a society on the brink of chaos, where demonstrations can quickly turn violent. This is a critique of both the protesters who may resort to violence and the media that sensationalizes these events. The song's raw energy and confrontational tone make it a powerful commentary on the state of contemporary society, urging listeners to wake up and take action.