Splash

In 'Splash,' Colapesce Dimartino delves into the complexities of modern life and the internal struggle between personal desires and societal expectations. The song opens with vivid imagery of endless fields surrendering to the evening, setting a serene yet melancholic tone. The protagonist is torn between the tranquility of nature and the chaotic noise of urban life, symbolized by the contrasting sounds of the sea and crowded metro stations. This dichotomy reflects a deeper conflict: the desire for peace and simplicity versus the pressure to conform to societal norms and expectations.

The lyrics reveal a protagonist who chooses to immerse himself in work to avoid confronting his emotions and relationships. The line 'Ma io lavoro per non stare con te' (But I work to not be with you) underscores this avoidance. The preference for the 'rumore delle metro affollate' (noise of crowded metros) over the 'mare' (sea) suggests a deliberate choice to embrace the chaos of city life as a distraction from personal issues. This choice is further emphasized by the repeated refrain 'Ma che mare ma che mare,' which dismisses the sea as an escape and instead highlights the protagonist's preference for solitude on a metaphorical ship, away from the weight of expectations.

The song also touches on the fleeting nature of enthusiasm and the desire for change. The protagonist dreams of a different life, perhaps in South America, but acknowledges that such enthusiasm often fades. The imagery of smiling in Seychelles and being bored in Panama illustrates the transient satisfaction found in external changes. Ultimately, the protagonist decides to 'tuffo nell’immensità del blu' (dive into the immensity of the blue), symbolizing a plunge into the unknown, away from the burdens of expectations. This final act of diving into the blue represents a surrender to the vastness of life, embracing uncertainty and the freedom it brings.