Nun E' Peccato

Peppino di Capri's song 'Nun E' Peccato' is a heartfelt exploration of love and desire, wrapped in the rich, melodic tones of Neapolitan music. The title translates to 'It's Not a Sin,' setting the stage for a narrative that challenges societal norms and embraces the purity of genuine emotion. The lyrics convey a deep yearning and passion, suggesting that such feelings, when true and sincere, should not be considered sinful or wrong.

The song opens with the lines 'Si mme suonne 'int' 'e suonne che faje, Nun è peccato,' which means 'If you dream of me in your dreams, it's not a sin.' This sets a dreamy, almost ethereal tone, where the boundaries between reality and fantasy blur. The singer reassures his lover that their mutual desire and the kisses they share in dreams are pure and innocent. This theme is further emphasized with 'Tu mme guarde cu st'uocchie 'e passione,' or 'You look at me with eyes of passion,' highlighting the intense emotional connection between the two.

As the song progresses, the singer's plea becomes more urgent and heartfelt. He asks, 'Ma si chesto pe' te nun è bene, Mme saje dicere 'o bbene che è?' which translates to 'But if this isn't good for you, can you tell me what good is?' This rhetorical question underscores the central theme: the authenticity of their love and passion should not be judged or condemned. The repeated refrain, 'Si 'sta vocca desidera 'e vase, Nun è peccato,' reinforces the idea that their desires are natural and should be embraced rather than suppressed.

The song's climax is a call to action: 'Ma vestímmolo 'e vita stu suonno, Che 'a freve ce dá,' meaning 'But let's dress this dream in life, that fever gives us.' Here, Peppino di Capri urges his lover to bring their dreams into reality, to live their passion fully and without shame. The final lines, 'E tu abbràcciame, Cchiù forte astrìgneme, Pecché 'ammore ca siente pe' me, Peccato nun è,' translate to 'And you, embrace me, hold me tighter, because the love you feel for me is not a sin.' This powerful conclusion encapsulates the song's message: true love and passion are pure and should be celebrated, not hidden away.