Ninna Nanna Malandrineddu

Saveria's song 'Ninna Nanna Malandrineddu' is a haunting lullaby that intertwines themes of love, loss, and vengeance. The song opens with a mother admiring her beautiful child, noting how he resembles his father. This tender moment quickly turns somber as she reveals the tragic fate of the child's father, who was murdered through betrayal and infamy. The mother's grief is palpable, and she is left to raise her son alone, burdened with the weight of this loss.

As the lullaby continues, the mother implores her son to grow up quickly and strong, to wield weapons, and to uphold the family's honor. This is not a typical lullaby meant to soothe a child to sleep; instead, it is a call to arms, a preparation for a future filled with vengeance. The mother’s words are heavy with the expectation that her son will avenge his father's death, a task she feels is necessary to restore the family's honor and to quell the hatred that festers in her heart.

The repetition of the lullaby's refrain, 'E fai la ninna, E fai la nanna,' serves as a stark contrast to the violent and vengeful message conveyed in the verses. It underscores the duality of the mother's emotions—her deep love for her child and her unyielding desire for retribution. Saveria's poignant lyrics and the melancholic melody create a powerful narrative that explores the complexities of grief, the burden of familial duty, and the consuming nature of vengeance.