Baratro translates to "abyss" or "chasm". It's a strong, evocative word that isn't commonly found in everyday conversation or many pop songs, making it quite memorable.
In the context of the song, the singer is preparing to go on stage and describes herself as ready to "saltare nel baratro incerto" (jump into the uncertain abyss). This metaphor beautifully captures the thrilling, yet daunting, leap of faith an artist takes when performing, facing the unknown outcome of their act.
Sempre captures the electric moment right before the curtain rises. Alone in her dressing room, Laura Macrì steadies her breath, fixes her hair and makeup, then locks eyes with an unseen companion: the audience. The song follows that heartbeat-quickening journey from backstage nerves to the leap into the spotlight, where every rehearsal hour and every doubt meld into pure energy. The repeated word sempre ("always") highlights her unwavering commitment to honesty onstage; no matter how many shows she performs, the truth of her emotions is always alive.
Once she steps onto the stage, the theater transforms into a place of shared magic. The crowd’s murmur swells, a mysterious “brivido” (shiver) travels through the hall, and performer and listeners become united in a single thrill. Laura celebrates the courage it takes to dive into that “uncertain abyss” of performance while trusting that genuine feeling will carry her safely across. In short, the song is an anthem for artists and dreamers alike: embrace your fear, hold fast to your authenticity, and let your emotions shine—sempre.