"Litoranea" is a song by Italian singer Elisa. The lyrics depict the feelings of confusion and longing after a breakup. The song revolves around the theme of being lost without someone and trying to find a way to move on. In the song, Elisa mentions finding a half-finished orange soda in the fridge, which symbolizes the bitterness she feels when thinking about her ex-partner. She questions the purpose of going for a walk without them and considers going for a run instead. Elisa observes people running and talking on the streets, realizing that she feels empty without her partner's presence. She acknowledges the chaos and confusion she experiences along the coast (litoranea) and feels like she is suffocating. She contemplates calling her ex, but is unsure if she will actually do it. As she approaches the sea on foot, she knows her ex doesn't believe her. Elisa mentions a rhythm rising, asking her ex why they don't join her. It's a metaphorical game of the mind, reminiscent of the colors on a television screen. Despite the confusion around her, Elisa still loves and longs for her ex, even though being apart may be for the best. Elisa compares her beach to her partner's beach, implying that they are both the same, only separated by distance. She also compares their faces, indicating that even though they may look different, they are essentially the same. In the chorus, Elisa expresses the confusion she feels along the coast like she already knows the script of a movie. She mentions calling her ex even though she knows they won't believe her. It's like drinking the seawater when diving, metaphorically representing her desire to keep watching her ex-partner like the colors on television. As the song progresses, Elisa reflects on the events of the week and how her partner told her it was fortunate that she was now far away. However, Elisa emphasizes that she loves them even more because of the distance. Overall, "Litoranea" explores the emotional turbulence and longing one experiences after a breakup. It conveys the confusion, nostalgia, and ongoing love that can remain, even when physically separated.
