Le Cose Che Abbiamo In Comune

Daniele Silvestri's song 'Le Cose Che Abbiamo In Comune' (The Things We Have in Common) is a poetic exploration of the connections between two people. The lyrics enumerate the numerous things the singer and his love interest share, ranging from physical attributes to cultural touchstones. The song begins with a playful tone, as Silvestri counts the things in common, a number he humorously quantifies as 4,850. This list includes shared interests in music, food, and activities, as well as the fact that they are both from the same generation.

However, as the song progresses, it becomes clear that the singer is grappling with a deeper issue. Despite the multitude of commonalities, there is an underlying sense of doubt or insecurity. The repeated lines 'Quando io dormo, tu dormi' (When I sleep, you sleep) and so on, suggest a perfect synchrony in their actions and emotions. But the twist comes in the line 'Quando io piango... tu ridi!' (When I cry... you laugh!), which introduces a discordant note, hinting at a lack of empathy or a fundamental emotional disconnect.

The song's chorus, 'Allora cos'è / Cosa ti serve ancora, a me è bastata un'ora...' (So what is it / What more do you need, for me an hour was enough...), reveals the singer's frustration and confusion. He feels that the shared experiences and traits should be enough to solidify their bond, yet there is an implication that his partner remains unconvinced. This refrain captures the essence of the song: the struggle to understand what makes a relationship truly complete and the realization that shared interests and characteristics might not be enough to guarantee emotional unity.