Incanto translates to "enchantment," "spell," or "charm." It's a wonderfully poetic word that evokes a sense of magic and wonder, perfect for a romantic Italian song.
Andrea Bocelli sings “Nel dolce incanto del mattino” (In the sweet enchantment of the morning). He uses this word to paint a picture of a magical, dreamlike moment, transforming the simple act of seeing his love in the morning into a fated, fairytale-like event in the beautiful village of Portofino.
This song is a pure, classic romance set in the gorgeous Italian fishing village of Portofino. Andrea Bocelli sings about a love so perfect, it feels like a dream. He believes fate brought him this person, singing about "Lo strano gioco del destino" (The strange game of destiny) that "A Portofino m'ha preso il cuor" (In Portofino, took my heart).
The whole song is a beautiful memory. He remembers his love arriving with the morning tide, singing "Il mare ti ha portato a me" (The sea brought you to me). He can still see their face and recall their kisses. This wasn't just a holiday romance; it changed his entire life. Before this, his path was sad, but now? "Non è più triste il mio cammino" (My path is no longer sad). Finding love in Portofino gave him a new, happy future.