Innamorata

Raffaella Carrà's song 'Innamorata' is a profound exploration of deep emotional attachment and love. The lyrics convey the intensity of feelings that the singer has for her beloved, describing herself as utterly devoted and deeply in love. The repeated refrain 'Innamorata Io sono di te' which translates to 'I am in love with you,' emphasizes the depth of her feelings. The song uses vivid imagery to express this love, mentioning how the beloved's kiss, scent, and even their presence have a lasting impact on her, suggesting a love that is both overwhelming and all-encompassing.

The song also delves into the idea of love as a form of sustenance. Carrà describes herself as the sun that warms and the water that bathes her lover, indicating that she is not only in love but also essential to her partner's well-being. This metaphor extends to describing herself as the key to her lover's secrets and as their shadow, highlighting a deep connection that goes beyond physical presence to a more spiritual and emotional bond. The lyrics 'Tu per me sei un problema, Prelibato o proibito, Tu sei la mia vita' translate to 'You are a problem for me, delicious or forbidden, you are my life,' suggesting that despite the complexities and challenges of their relationship, the singer finds her existence intertwined with that of her lover.

The emotional weight of the song is further emphasized by the expressions of sadness and emptiness when the lover is absent. Phrases like 'Quando manchi il mio cuore, lo sai, Che non parla, non beve, non mangia, E' triste' which means 'When you are missing, my heart, you know, does not speak, does not drink, does not eat, is sad,' portray a sense of incompleteness without her beloved. This portrayal of love as both a source of joy and pain reflects the complex nature of deep emotional connections, where happiness is deeply tied to the presence of the loved one.