Frottola

The Bastard Sons Of Dioniso's song 'Frottola' delves into the disillusionment with hope, portraying it as a deceptive and ultimately worthless commodity. The lyrics, written in Italian, repeatedly emphasize the futility of hope, describing it as 'falsa mercancia' or 'false merchandise.' This metaphor suggests that hope is something that can be bought and sold, but ultimately, it holds no real value. The repetition of the phrase 'Io non compro più speranza' ('I no longer buy hope') underscores the speaker's firm decision to abandon hope, having realized its deceptive nature.

The song's narrative unfolds through a series of reflections on past experiences with hope. The speaker recounts how they once valued hope highly ('Cara un tempo la comprai'), but now they sell it cheaply and advise others to avoid it. This shift from valuing hope to rejecting it highlights a journey of disillusionment and a deeper understanding of its true nature. The advice to others to remain steadfast in their current state rather than seeking hope suggests a preference for realism and acceptance over the pursuit of potentially empty promises.

The lyrics also draw a parallel between hope and dreams, stating that 'El sperar è come el sogno' ('Hope is like a dream'), which often leads to nothing. This comparison further emphasizes the ephemeral and unreliable nature of hope. The song suggests that hope is a need for those who are easily distracted or led astray ('De chi al vento di trastulla'), and it often nullifies those who continue to dance to its tune. Through these vivid metaphors and reflections, 'Frottola' presents a poignant critique of hope, urging listeners to reconsider its value in their lives.