Due Vite

Marco Mengoni's "Due Vite" is a poignant exploration of the complexities of human connection and the shared experiences that bind us. The song's title, which translates to "Two Lives" in English, suggests a focus on the intertwined journeys of two individuals. Mengoni's lyrics paint a picture of two people who are awake in a world that seems asleep, suggesting a sense of isolation or a unique bond that sets them apart from the rest. The reference to not knowing the other's 'desert' implies a lack of complete understanding or a distance still to be bridged, despite their closeness.

The song's imagery of being 'monsters and fairies' and 'a book on the floor' in an empty house that resembles their own, evokes a sense of shared history and intimacy, as well as the messiness and imperfection of their relationship. The repeated line 'E ci siamo fottuti ancora una notte' (which can be roughly translated to 'And we've screwed up another night') suggests a pattern of mistakes and reconciliation, a cycle of conflict and resolution that is familiar to many relationships. The lyrics also touch upon the idea of life's excesses and the mistakes one makes, indicating a recognition of personal flaws and the turbulence that life can bring.

The song culminates in a powerful chorus that contemplates the possibility of a final song before the moon explodes—a metaphor for a dramatic end or significant change. Mengoni expresses a determination to confront the other person's mistakes, acknowledging that despite the absence of music (perhaps meaning joy or harmony), there is still a connection that keeps them awake and intertwined. The repeated assertion that the other person never sleeps suggests a restless spirit, perhaps one that is always searching or struggling. "Due Vite" is a reflection on the chaos and beauty of shared existence, the dance of madness in all things, and the disorder that two lives can create together.