Meaning of 'Felicita'

by Al Bano & Romina Power

Interpretation

The lyrics of the song 'Felicita' by Al Bano & Romina Power is an anthem to happiness and the joy of everyday life. The artists describe 'Felicita' (happiness) as a series of simple yet meaningful moments. It's holding hands and going far away ('Felicità e tenersi per mano, Andare lontano la felicità'), the innocent gaze of a loved one amidst a crowd ('E il tuo squardo innocente, In mezzo alla gente la felicità'), and the feeling of closeness, similar to the innocent togetherness of children ('E restare vicini come bambini, La felicità').

The song also speaks of happiness in the form of peace and comfort, like a feather pillow, or the soothing flow of the river passing by ('Felicità e un cuscino di piume, L'acqua del fiume che passa e che va'). It describes the happiness found in enjoying a simple wine with a sandwich ('Felicità e un bicchiere di vino, Con un panino la felicità') or leaving a loving note ('E lasciarti un biglietto dentro al cassetto').

The song refers to happiness as well as singing a love song ('La felicità e cantare a due voci, Quanto mi piaci la felicità') and as a surprise in the evening, when the light is on and the radio is playing ('Felicità una sera a sorpresa, La luce accesa e la radio che va'). It's the feeling of love and warmth that one carries in their heart ('E una mano sul cuore piena d'amore la felicità').

Overall, 'Felicita' is a song that celebrates the small joys of everyday life and reminds us that happiness is often found in the simplest things.