Lyrics
The 23rd of June
The date, the 23rd of June.
Maddalena Mazzaferri
Reference to Maddalena Mazzaferri, possibly the subject or inspiration.
Red like a communist
Describing the color red, possibly symbolizing passion or intensity, likened to communism.
With a skull on his skin
Physical description of someone with a skull tattoo.
I said he's so smart
Complimenting intelligence but expressing a lack of space in the relationship.
But there's no space for me But then the sea, it changed it all A glass of alcohol the 23rd of June A kiss, the big pale moon What should I do with you? But then the sea, it did it all
Describes a transformative moment by the sea on the 23rd of June, involving alcohol, a kiss, and contemplation.
Rit:
Refrain/Chorus section.
I almost had an heart attack when
Expressing a strong emotional reaction (heart attack) upon realizing a romantic potential.
I felt you could be my man. And even if the world shuts up
Despite external factors, the speaker wants the person to remain in their life.
And it hurts so bad, I would make you stay
Despite emotional pain, the speaker is willing to endure it for the relationship.
His beard, silver earrings
Description of the person's appearance, including silver earrings and a beard.
A wild chemistry
Reference to a strong and unpredictable connection between the speaker and the person.
That touch and I could feel
Physical touch conveys a deep connection.
That mix of skins loud and clear
Highlighting the contrast of different skin tones and the significance of their union.
And then our seas completed all
Symbolic reference to the completion of their relationship by the seas.
The fog confuses all this flow of thoughts of you. A silent symphony of this uncertainty.
The confusion caused by the fog represents uncertainty, possibly in the relationship.
But then the sea, it heals it all.
The sea is portrayed as a healing force, resolving uncertainties.
RIT
Repetition of the refrain/chorus section.
I almost had an heart attack when
Reiteration of the intense emotional reaction to the potential relationship.
I felt you could be my man. And even if the world shuts up
Reaffirming the speaker's desire for the person to stay despite external challenges.
And it hurts so bad, I would make you stay (2)
Repetition of the willingness to endure emotional pain for the sake of the relationship.
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