Fiori Rosa Fiori Di Pesco

Lucio Battisti's 'Fiori Rosa Fiori Di Pesco' is a poignant exploration of love, regret, and the passage of time. The song opens with the imagery of pink peach blossoms, symbolizing both the beauty and the fleeting nature of love. The narrator reflects on a past relationship, marked by the repetition of familiar places and routines, suggesting a longing for what once was. The line 'Ho un anno di più' (I am a year older) underscores the passage of time and the changes it brings, both externally and internally.

The song delves into the narrator's emotional turmoil as he revisits a former lover. The lyrics 'Di notte ho ancor bisogno di te' (At night I still need you) reveal a deep, lingering attachment. The narrator's plea to be let in and his admission of sleeplessness highlight his vulnerability and the enduring impact of the relationship. The metaphor of believing he could fly but realizing he cannot ('Credevo di volare e non volo') speaks to the disillusionment and the harsh reality that the idealized love he once believed in is not as perfect as he thought.

As the song progresses, the narrator's desperation becomes more palpable. He seeks reassurance from his former lover, repeatedly asking her to affirm that their connection was real and that they were never truly apart. The repeated phrase 'Dimmi che è vero' (Tell me it's true) underscores his need for validation and closure. The song's climax reveals a moment of misunderstanding and embarrassment, as the narrator realizes his former lover is not alone. This moment of intrusion and the subsequent apology to both the lover and her companion ('Signore chiedo scusa anche a lei') highlight the narrator's emotional confusion and the depth of his longing.

'Fiori Rosa Fiori Di Pesco' is a masterful blend of poetic imagery and raw emotion, capturing the complexities of love, memory, and the passage of time. Battisti's evocative lyrics and heartfelt delivery make this song a timeless reflection on the human experience of love and loss.