Dio

Fratello Metallo's song "Dio" delves into the profound and often complex nature of divinity, contrasting different perceptions of God. The song begins with a reference to Yuri Gagarin, the first astronaut, who famously remarked that he did not see or hear God in space. This sets the stage for a deeper exploration of what God truly represents. The lyrics question the traditional image of a distant, omnipotent, and oppressive deity who dictates human fate. This portrayal of God is rejected as a tyrannical and unjust figure, one that should be eliminated if it exists.

Instead, the song presents an alternative vision of God as a being who is intimately connected with humanity. This God is not a remote, authoritarian figure but one who has experienced human suffering, symbolized by being nailed to the cross. This act of sacrifice is seen as the ultimate expression of love, indicating that true divinity is rooted in love and compassion. The lyrics emphasize that God is always present, desiring only to live and love, and inviting humans to participate in this project of love.

The song further elaborates on this loving God as tender, delicate, and close, who proposes rather than imposes. This God involves humans in a project that is life itself—real, strong, and full. The essence of this divine love is its lack of power and possession, a love that is lived rather than explained. Fratello Metallo's lyrics challenge listeners to rethink their understanding of God, urging them to embrace a vision of divinity that is grounded in love, presence, and the shared human experience.