Filastrocca Per Rio

Gigliola Cinquetti · Other Songs - Gigliola Cinquetti

Se un mio amico mi vuole bene

finiranno le mie pene

se mi regala un berrettino

sar? dolce il mio mattino

se ho una pallina con l'elastico

la segatura non la mastico

se sono su con il morale

sono sicura che non sto male

se un giorno torno a Rio

faccio qual che voglio io

se scavo un buco nella sabbia

ci nascondo la mia rabbia

se ci passa sopra il mare

mi potr? dimenticare

se dimentico le cose

c'? l'odore delle rose

Filastrocca Per Rio

Gigliola Cinquetti's 'Filastrocca Per Rio' stands as a poignant example of her unique ability to blend Italian folk sensibilities with a distinct vocal warmth. Released during a period where she frequently collaborated with Los Panchos, the track exemplifies her signature style of soft, melodic storytelling that often explores themes of childhood, nature, and gentle nostalgia. While not a traditional nursery rhyme, the song functions as a modern reinterpretation of the Italian 'filastrocca' tradition, capturing the innocence and simplicity of rural life in Rio. Cinquetti's delivery is characterized by its ethereal quality and emotional restraint, allowing the melody to carry the narrative without heavy lyrical emphasis. The recording reflects the broader tapestry of her discography, where she consistently sought to create atmospheric, cross-cultural musical experiences that resonated deeply with listeners seeking a connection to the past and the natural world.