"Domenica" by Ultimo is an Italian song that expresses feelings of emptiness, longing, and the loss of a once strong connection in a relationship. The song depicts a situation where the protagonist feels alone and disconnected even when surrounded by their partner. The lyrics describe it already being Sunday inside the protagonist's home, a day that usually symbolizes relaxation and togetherness. However, they feel a sense of desperation as they look at the ceiling, trying to have a conversation with themselves. They long for their partner to be the person they promised to always be, someone who would always be a part of them. The protagonist expresses a desire to know what they are missing, now that they seemingly have everything they wanted. They wonder if having their partner's desire back, a desire they once had for the protagonist, will fill the emptiness. However, their partner seems oblivious to their pain, only concerned with their own happiness. The protagonist feels embarrassed and uncertain about their own feelings. As the song continues, the protagonist is awake early on Sunday, listening to their partner talking and laughing with friends. They try to reach out to someone named Alessandro, possibly for comfort, but are unsuccessful. During lunchtime, the protagonist gets up from bed, feeling the presence of a black cat (possibly symbolizing bad luck) and the cat's ignorance towards their emotions. Their partner rushes out of the bathroom, informing the protagonist that there will be pizza for dinner because their sister is coming back. In the chorus, the protagonist tells their partner that they are feeling sad and lonely, a feeling the partner seems to understand. However, the partner's response is dismissive, saying, "Wait, I've lost weight, can't you see?" The protagonist acknowledges the change in their partner's appearance, but their own feelings of emptiness cannot be resolved by this. They feel lost and wonder why their partner continues to claim happiness, while the protagonist feels uncomfortable and distant. The final lines of the chorus state that their partner is no longer a part of what exists between them, emphasizing the disconnection and loss within the relationship. Overall, "Domenica" portrays a sense of emotional detachment and longing for a deeper connection within a relationship.
