Reginella

Claudio Baglioni's 'Reginella' is a poignant exploration of lost love and the lingering memories that haunt the heart. The song opens with a nostalgic reflection on a past relationship, where both parties once loved each other deeply but have since drifted apart. The lyrics, 'T'aggio voluto bene, tu m'hai voluto bbene a me, mo nun 'nce amammo cchiù,' translate to 'I loved you, you loved me, now we don't love each other anymore,' setting the tone for a bittersweet reminiscence. The absence of the beloved is likened to a night without a moon, emphasizing the void left behind.

Baglioni delves into the complexities of the relationship, admitting to moments of foolishness and regret. He recalls a time when he hurt his partner with harsh words, only to find his own heart 'mezzo morto' (half-dead) and crippled by the pain of separation. The song also touches on the superficial aspects of their relationship, such as the partner's claim of being from Naples despite never having been there, and the small, intimate details like the names he invented for her.

The chorus, 'Lo so Regine', che mi hai voluto bene, forse più di me,' translates to 'I know, Regine', that you loved me, maybe more than I did,' revealing a deep sense of guilt and acknowledgment of the partner's greater affection. The song concludes with a melancholic acceptance of the past, as Baglioni sings about the enduring impact of the relationship and the memories that continue to dance in his mind. The repeated refrain of 'Regine'... Reginella...' serves as a haunting reminder of a love that once was, now forever etched in the annals of his heart.