Lyrics & Translation
Thinking of learning Italian? Let the powerful vocals of Emma and the infectious beat of Don Joe in "Ora O Mai Più" be your guide. This song is not only a great example of modern Italian pop, but its clear and emotive lyrics about making a clean break can help you learn phrases related to decision-making and expressing strong emotions. The title itself, meaning "Now or Never," is a powerful and commonly used phrase you'll be sure to remember. Dive into this track to experience the passion of Italian music while adding some dramatic flair to your vocabulary!
Key Vocabulary
Vocabulary | Meanings |
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pregassi /preˈɡasːi/ C2 |
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uccidermi /uttʃidiˈrmi/ C2 |
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limite /ˈli.mi.te/ B2 |
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vero /ˈveːro/ B2 |
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limite /ˈli.mi.te/ B2 |
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peggio /ˈpjuːdʒo/ B2 |
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stare /ˈstaːre/ B1 |
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lontano /lɔnˈtaːno/ B2 |
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cambiare /kambjaˈre/ B2 |
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pensieri /penˈsjɛːri/ B1 |
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scivola /ʃiˈvoːla/ B2 |
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nascosto /nasˈkɔs.to/ C1 |
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Key Grammar Structures
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Mani giunte come se pregassi
➔ Subjunctive mood in hypothetical clauses: 'come se'
➔ The phrase "come se" (as if) introduces a hypothetical situation requiring the subjunctive mood ("pregassi"). It indicates that the action of praying is not real but rather a comparison.
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Mentre in fondo escogiti Il modo per uccidermi
➔ Present subjunctive 'escogiti' (you devise/scheme). 'Mentre' (while) can introduce actions happening simultaneously, but here it hints at a hidden intention.
➔ The subjunctive form of "escogitare" suggests uncertainty or a hypothetical situation. Combined with "mentre" it implies a clandestine planning happening simultaneously with the apparent praying.
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Tutto chiaro adesso che affondi
➔ 'Che' introducing a causal clause (now that you sink/are sinking).
➔ The conjunction "che" introduces a clause explaining why everything is now clear. It expresses a cause-and-effect relationship: because the person is metaphorically sinking, everything becomes clear.
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Io credevo, amico mio, mi volessi bene
➔ Imperfect tense 'credevo' (I believed) indicating a past belief that is no longer true. Also, the use of 'volessi' is the imperfect subjunctive of 'volere', expressing a past hope or expectation that was not fulfilled.
➔ 'Credevo' sets the stage for a contrast with the current reality. 'Volessi bene' (that you wanted good for me) in the subjunctive shows the singer's disillusionment as the past belief about the other person's goodwill is now shattered.
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Anche il tuo viso è già un altro
➔ Use of 'già' (already) to emphasize the change/transformation. 'Un altro' (another) implying a complete difference.
➔ "Già" underscores that the change in the person's face has already happened, and "un altro" indicates a complete and fundamental alteration in their appearance or character.
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Se stai lontano da me meglio
➔ Conditional clause with implied result. 'Se' (if) + present indicative 'stai' (you stay) suggesting a general condition. 'Meglio' (better) is the implied result if the condition is met.
➔ The sentence implies: "If you stay away from me, it's better (for me/us)." The result (it's better) is understood rather than explicitly stated.
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