LEARN LYRICS

What if every whisper about you turned into a tiny splash of ink on your skin? In “Oronero,” Italian powerhouse Giorgia sings about those inky judgments that strangers throw around so easily. She lists a parade of characters – the “fragile” friend who still walks tall, the man branded a “stronzo,” the woman labeled “senza cuore,” and even herself, accused of being unlovable. Each rumor is glittering on the surface yet dark at its core, like oro nero (black gold): it looks precious, but it stains. Giorgia flips these labels on their head, reminding us that words are weapons, worth more care than casual gossip ever gives them.

Ultimately the song is a rallying cry for self-acceptance and empathy. Giorgia rejects the toxic shine of oronero and chooses real, luminous gold – genuine connection, a gentle touch, the courage to stand beside one another when “we have everyone against us.” By the final chorus, she urges us to talk with each other, not about each other, and to let our words be true gold rather than blackened imitations. It is a fierce, soulful invitation to silence the noise, love ourselves, and protect the people we care about from the weight of reckless opinions.

Giorgia Todrani, known simply as Giorgia, is a celebrated Italian singer-songwriter born in Rome in 1971. Nicknamed "the Italian Whitney Houston," she is renowned for her impressive vocal range and soulful belting. Since her debut in 1993, Giorgia has released ten studio albums, many of which topped the Italian charts, earning her widespread acclaim across Europe.

With over 25 million records sold worldwide and multiple Sanremo Music Festival victories, Giorgia has cemented herself as one of Italy's most influential pop and R&B artists. Her music blends contemporary R&B, pop, and soul, showcasing both her deep musical roots and innovative style. Giorgia continues to inspire with her powerful voice and emotive songwriting, making her a true ambassador of Italian music.