Portati Via

Mina's song 'Portati Via' is a poignant exploration of the end of a toxic relationship. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of a woman who has reached her breaking point. As she sits smoking a cigarette, she reflects on the repetitive and destructive cycle of their relationship. The cigarette burning slowly symbolizes the passage of time and the slow realization of the need to end things. The protagonist listens to her partner, but it's clear that the words are empty, as they have been many times before. The line 'facciamo pace a letto e non dentro la testa' (we make peace in bed and not in our minds) highlights the superficial nature of their reconciliation, which never addresses the underlying issues.

The song delves into the emotional turmoil and the sense of betrayal felt by the protagonist. She recalls the lies and the moment she met her partner, questioning her choices and expressing regret. The imagery of returning keys and forgetting kisses signifies the desire to erase the memories and move on. The protagonist's disdain is palpable as she refuses to touch the bed where her partner once lay, symbolizing the rejection of the intimacy they once shared. The repeated refrain 'Portati via' (take away) emphasizes the need to remove all traces of the relationship, including the fake flowers, jealousy, and the partner's presence.

Mina's powerful delivery and the raw honesty of the lyrics make 'Portati Via' a compelling narrative of liberation from a love that was never truly love. The song captures the essence of emotional pain and the strength required to walk away from a harmful relationship. The protagonist's final act of accompanying her partner to the door and watching them leave signifies the closure she seeks. The song ends as it begins, with the protagonist sitting and smoking, but now with a sense of finality and resolve, ready to move on from the 'astratto amore' (abstract love) that caused her so much pain.