Primera Cosa Bella (Español)
Nicola di Bari
The Serenade of a Newfound Love
The song "Primera Cosa Bella (Español)" by Nicola di Bari is a tender expression of newfound love and the joy it brings. The lyrics convey the emotions of someone who is so deeply moved by the presence of their beloved that they are inspired to do things they've never done before, such as playing the guitar. The act of playing an instrument for the first time symbolizes the fresh and exhilarating experience of new love, suggesting that love has the power to push us beyond our usual boundaries and to try new things.
The singer's heart sings and his voice is cheerful, indicating the happiness that love has brought into his life. The repetition of 'amore' (love) emphasizes the depth of his feelings, and although he admits that 'love' is all he can say, he trusts that the beloved will understand the full extent of his emotions. This highlights the universal language of love, where words are often unnecessary to convey the true sentiment.
The imagery of the meadows with flowers that smell like the beloved and the declaration that seeing them is enough to die happily speaks to the intensity of the singer's affection. The beloved is described as the 'first beautiful thing' in the singer's life, likening their smile to a bright star that illuminates his night. This metaphor suggests that the beloved has brought light into his previously dark existence, and he is now utterly captivated by their radiance. The song is a celebration of the transformative power of love and the beauty it can bring to one's life.