ASCENSORI Lyrics in English by Andrea Cerrato
Ascensori translates to "elevators." While seemingly mundane, it's used in a very interesting and metaphorical way throughout the song.
The artist uses elevators to symbolize the unpredictable ups and downs of life and relationships. He sings, "Anche se la vita a volte fa un pò come gli ascensori / D'improvviso cambierai i piani" (Even if life sometimes acts a bit like elevators / Suddenly you'll change plans), highlighting how life can unexpectedly shift direction, just like an elevator changing floors. This recurring metaphor makes the word quite memorable and central to the song's theme.
This song is a powerful declaration of love and commitment, celebrating a relationship that has survived tough times. The singer describes their partner as someone who has stood by them through the worst, when their life together felt more like a "minefield" than a path of "roses and flowers." Instead of making unrealistic promises of "forever," the singer focuses on the value of the present moment, declaring that a single instant with their loved one is worth an "eternity."
The central metaphor of the song is life being like an ascensore, or elevator, with its sudden ups and downs. Through it all, the singer promises to be a constant source of support. They vow to be a "shelter from the storms" inside their partner and to be like the month of March during their partner's personal "winter," bringing hope and the promise of better days. It's a beautiful tribute to a love that is realistic, tested by hardship, and deeply committed to weathering any storm together.
