Un Blasfemo (dietro Ogni Blasfemo C'e' Un Giardino Incantato)

Fabrizio De André's song "Un Blasfemo (dietro Ogni Blasfemo C'e' Un Giardino Incantato)" delves into themes of rebellion, divine deception, and the human condition. The lyrics tell the story of a man who refuses to bow down, even to a flower, and who is arrested for his indulgences in women and wine. This character is labeled a blasphemer, not for his actions, but for his words against God. De André uses this narrative to explore the idea that societal norms and religious doctrines often punish those who dare to question or defy them.

The song's protagonist challenges the traditional narrative of the Garden of Eden, suggesting that God deceived the first man by forcing him to live a life of ignorance and blind obedience. The man’s attempt to steal the forbidden fruit symbolizes a quest for knowledge and autonomy, which is met with divine retribution. This act of rebellion is not just against God but against the constructed realities that keep humanity in a state of perpetual dreaming, unable to see the true nature of good and evil.

De André's lyrics also touch on the idea that the concept of the forbidden fruit and the enchanted garden is a human invention, designed to keep people in line. The protagonist's ultimate realization is that the true forbidden fruit is not in some divine realm but here on Earth, created by those who seek to control and manipulate. This song is a powerful critique of religious and societal structures, urging listeners to question the narratives they are fed and to seek their own truths, even if it means being labeled a blasphemer.