Nu Dispietto

Gigi D'Alessio's song 'Nu Dispietto' is a poignant exploration of unrequited love and the deep emotional turmoil that accompanies it. The lyrics are rich with metaphors and vivid imagery, painting a picture of a love that is both all-consuming and painfully unfulfilled. The song opens with the lines 'Accuonce addo llate distruggene / Si o surrise addo scenne na lacrema,' which translate to 'Sometimes where smiles destroy / If a tear falls where a smile should be.' This sets the tone for the rest of the song, highlighting the contrast between the joy of love and the sorrow of its absence.

Throughout the song, D'Alessio uses various metaphors to describe his beloved and the impact she has on his life. He refers to her as 'a musica e chesti parole ca scrivo pe tte' ('the music and these words I write for you') and 'a cura e chi sta pe muri’' ('the cure for someone who is dying'). These lines emphasize the central role she plays in his life, as both his inspiration and his salvation. However, this love is not reciprocated, leading to a profound sense of loss and longing.

The chorus, 'Vita vita vita / Ma proprio a mme me fatto stu rispietto,' which means 'Life, life, life / But you did this to me,' captures the essence of the song. It reflects the singer's bewilderment and pain at being the one to suffer this unrequited love. The repetition of 'vita' (life) underscores the significance of this love in his existence, while the word 'rispietto' (disrespect) conveys the sense of betrayal and heartache he feels. The song's emotional depth is further amplified by D'Alessio's passionate delivery, making 'Nu Dispietto' a powerful expression of the anguish of unreturned affection.