Grande Amore Lyrics in English by Il Volo
Maledette literally translates to "cursed" or "damned". It's a powerful, dramatic adjective that you don't often find in a romantic ballad, adding a touch of classic Italian opera drama.
In "Grande Amore," the singers describe "Maledette notti perse a non dormire" (Cursed nights lost not sleeping). They use this word to express the agonizing, obsessive side of a great love, capturing the feeling of being so in love you can't even sleep. This touch of torment adds a deep and relatable layer of passion to the song.
This song is a massive, dramatic declaration of love. The title itself, "Grande Amore," means "Great Love," and the lyrics absolutely deliver on that promise. The singer is completely consumed by his feelings for someone. He starts by closing his eyes and thinking of her, remembering the "profumo dolce della pelle sua" (the sweet scent of her skin). It's not a quiet feeling; he says he wants to scream it without fear: "te lo voglio urlare / Questo grande amore" (I want to scream it to you / This great love).
This isn't just a crush. The singer's entire world revolves around this person. He asks, "Dimmi perché quando penso, penso solo a te" (Tell me why when I think, I only think of you). This total devotion comes with a little bit of anxiety, as he begs for reassurance, asking her to promise "che non mi lascerai mai" (that you will never leave me). He sees her as the very air he breathes, calling her the "Respiro dei giorni miei d'amore" (Breath of my days of love), and ultimately declares that she is his "unico grande amore" (one great love).
