Invano translates to "in vain" or "uselessly". It's a slightly more formal and poetic word than common alternatives, making it stand out in the lyrics.
In the song, the phrase "Ballo, ballo invano" (I dance, I dance in vain) captures a feeling of futility or unreciprocated effort. It suggests that the act of dancing, or perhaps the effort in a relationship, feels pointless because it's not being seen or appreciated by the other person. This emotional depth makes it a compelling word to explore.
"Balla Per Me" is about leaving home while still being tied to it. The singer is packing to go, "tomorrow I'll leave at night," and he's honest that some people will forget him and some won't even notice he's gone. He doesn't pretend the choice is simple: life feels beautiful and rare at once, and looking back at where he started leaves him tired more than proud.
The chorus turns to someone he's left behind. "Balla per me" means "dance for me," a request to keep living and moving even while he's away. He admits the pain between them is shared, not his alone, and that a song is what's left when words run out.
The middle verses use the image of soldiers and walls, "war open and closed between walls," to describe a relationship strained by distance rather than conflict. He still wants to see the sun in her green eyes. It's a song about missing someone while choosing to go anyway, and asking them to keep dancing until he's back.