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"La cura" is a 1996 composition by Franco Battiato released as the second single from his album L'imboscata. The song was created following the death of Battiato's mother Grazia. It achieved significant recognition, winning song of the year at the Premio italiano della musica.
Lyrics ↗What the lyrics are about
The song's lyrics have been interpreted in multiple ways: as a romantic exchange between two lovers, as a dialogue between parent and child, or as personal introspection. Battiato characterized it as "a prayer in reverse," wherein God provides comfort to humanity rather than the reverse.
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