Incubo translates to "nightmare". It's a powerful, evocative word you don't hear in songs every day, and it perfectly captures the dark energy of Måneskin.
In the song, the band describes an obsessive stalker as being "Vestito come un incubo" (Dressed like a nightmare). This striking image isn't just about clothing; it suggests the person themselves is the embodiment of fear and a bad dream come to life, making it a very memorable and chilling line.
Italian rock band Måneskin pulls zero punches in "MARK CHAPMAN", named straight after the man who stalked and murdered John Lennon. The track tackles the terrifying reality of toxic obsession and celebrity stalking from the inside out. The narrator describes a stalker hiding in plain sight: "Nascosto fra la gente, senza un'identità" ("Hidden among the people, without an identity"), chanting false devotion with "Dice che mi ama ma lo so che mente" ("He says he loves me but I know he's lying"). It is paranoid, fast-paced, and hits right in the chest.
What makes the song so creepy is how it pins down the stalker's extreme entitlement. In the chorus, they chant "Si muove a piede libero, vestito come un incubo / Vuole tu sia in pericolo, però ti chiama idolo" ("He walks around free, dressed like a nightmare / He wants you to be in danger, but calls you an idol"). Here, the Italian idiom "a piede libero" literally means "on free foot," which means being out on the loose or not behind bars. The tension peaks when simple rejection turns violent: "E puoi trovarlo sotto casa con un coltello in mano perché non hai risposto a un suo messaggio" ("And you can find him under your house with a knife in hand because you didn't reply to his text"). The song exposes someone who doesn't just want to copy their hero—"non gli interessa assomigliarti vuole essere te" ("he doesn't care about looking like you, he wants to be you").
Damiano David, born on January 8, 1999, in Rome, Italy, is the charismatic lead singer and songwriter of the renowned rock band Måneskin. Rising to fame after winning the Sanremo Music Festival 2021 and the Eurovision Song Contest 2021 with the energetic anthem "Zitti e buoni," Damiano quickly became an international icon.
Known for his dynamic vocals and distinctive androgynous style that blends glam rock and vintage fashion, Damiano has been praised for his natural stage presence and ability to connect with audiences. In 2024, he launched his solo career, releasing singles like "Silverlines" and "Born with a Broken Heart," showcasing a softer, more pop-oriented sound ahead of his debut solo album, Funny Little Fears (2025). As an artist, Damiano advocates for a healthy lifestyle and creativity driven by clarity and discipline, setting him apart in the rock music scene.