Riascoltare is a compound verb formed by adding the prefix 'ri-' (meaning 'again' or 're-') to 'ascoltare' (to listen). It literally means "to listen again" or "to re-listen".
In the song, Laura Pausini sings, "Come basta poco, dopo troppo, riascoltare il canto" (How little it takes, after too much, to re-listen to the song). This word beautifully captures the idea of rediscovering joy or comfort in something familiar after a long absence, highlighting a theme of renewal and return to love.
In "RITORNO AD AMARE," which translates to "Return to Loving," Laura Pausini sings about the powerful experience of falling in love again after a long time. The lyrics describe a reawakening of the senses, from the simple touch of a hand on skin to the intense feeling of a "stomach that closes up and asks for nothing, except you." It's a feeling she hasn't experienced for "too much time."
This isn't just a simple love song, though. She acknowledges that love brings back complicated emotions, even an "infectious jealousy" that had been resting. Despite this, she embraces the feeling completely. She finds her direction in her lover's eyes, comparing her devotion to the sun that is born and dies each day. The song is a passionate declaration of returning to love, without fear, and with a sincere desire to be open and vulnerable with someone again.
Laura Pausini (born 16 May 1974 in Faenza, Italy) is a renowned Italian pop singer celebrated for her powerful vocals and heartfelt ballads. She rose to fame in 1993 after winning the newcomer section at the Sanremo Music Festival with her hit song La solitudine, which became an international success and an Italian pop classic.
Since her breakthrough, Laura has released fifteen studio albums and performed in multiple languages including Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and English. She has sold over 70 million records worldwide, earning prestigious awards such as a Grammy and a Golden Globe for her original song Io sì (Seen) from the film The Life Ahead. Besides singing, Pausini has appeared as a coach and judge on various international TV music competitions.
Widely regarded as one of Italy's most successful artists, Laura Pausini continues to captivate audiences globally with her emotive performances and commitment to her musical craft.