Gerundio

Luca Barbarossa's song 'Gerundio' is a poetic exploration of life's continuous journey, filled with contradictions, self-discovery, and the inevitable passage of time. The use of the gerund form in the lyrics symbolizes ongoing actions and states of being, reflecting the perpetual motion and fluidity of life. Barbarossa's choice of words like 'cantando' (singing), 'girando' (turning), and 'correndo' (running) emphasizes the dynamic and ever-changing nature of existence.

The song delves into the complexities of human emotions and relationships. Barbarossa sings about the paradoxes of life, such as 'mentendo mi vendo' (lying, I sell myself) and 'vivendo mi spendo' (living, I spend myself), highlighting the internal conflicts and the cost of living authentically. The lyrics also touch on themes of love and disillusionment, as seen in lines like 'Finire col dire d'amare è come non dire' (Ending by saying to love is like not saying), suggesting that words alone are insufficient to convey true feelings.

Barbarossa's introspective journey is marked by moments of realization and acceptance. He acknowledges his flaws and the misunderstandings others have about him, as in 'E tu che mi credevi un pazzo, invece sono normale' (And you who thought I was crazy, instead I am normal). The recurring motif of fleeing ('fuggirai') signifies the human tendency to escape from uncomfortable truths and situations. However, the repetition of 'ma forse tutto quanto questo già lo sai' (but maybe you already know all this) implies a deeper, shared understanding of these universal experiences.