Toccami

Lara Fabian's song 'Toccami' is a passionate exploration of love, desire, and the transcendence of time. The lyrics delve into the intense emotions that arise when two souls connect on a profound level. The opening lines, 'Chissà quando sarà / Uno ora chi lo sa,' set the stage for a narrative that questions the timing and inevitability of such a deep connection. The singer feels as though time stands still when she is with her lover, suggesting that their bond transcends the ordinary flow of time.

The recurring plea 'Toccami' (Touch me) is a powerful metaphor for the desire to feel and experience love in its most physical and emotional forms. Fabian's request to 'bruciami la pelle' (burn my skin) and 'parlami / Una lingua strana' (speak to me / in a strange language) emphasizes the intensity and uniqueness of their connection. This language that only she can understand symbolizes a private, intimate communication that exists solely between the two lovers, further highlighting the exclusivity and depth of their relationship.

The song also touches on themes of destiny and reincarnation, as seen in the lines 'Rivivo un'altra vita / Io conoscevo te' (I relive another life / I knew you). This suggests a belief in past lives and the idea that their souls have been intertwined across different lifetimes. The notion of 'fai l'amore con il tiempo' (make love with time) and 'sfidelo, scongiuralo se puoi' (challenge it, defy it if you can) speaks to the desire to conquer time and make their love eternal. Fabian's evocative lyrics and emotive delivery create a vivid portrayal of a love that is both timeless and all-consuming.