The song "Tornare A Te" by Ultimo is about a deep longing for someone from the past. The lyrics reflect the narrator's emotions and questions regarding their current state and the state of the person they are singing about. The song begins with the narrator wondering about the well-being of the person they are addressing. They mention that they haven't been asked about their feelings for a while and question if the person still carries the burden that makes their eyes look tired. As the song progresses, the narrator reflects on the passing of ten years and wonders if the person still has that particular quirk which makes them occasionally cry after laughing. They express the desire to know what the person thinks about, stating that sometimes they laugh and think about them at home, although it may be considered strange. The chorus repeats the phrase "Mi fa tornare a te" meaning "It makes me go back to you." This line represents the narrator's longing and how their thoughts often lead back to the person they are addressing. In the second verse, the narrator questions if there is still coldness in the person's heart and reflects on how they themselves have hurt them in the past. Despite the mistakes they've made, the narrator admits to still living with their own quirks and being trapped in nostalgia. Towards the end of the song, the narrator acknowledges that the connection between them is just a game of words. They state that sometimes love can leave a permanent place in one's heart, implying that their feelings for the person have remained strong throughout time. Overall, "Tornare A Te" portrays a deep longing to reconnect with someone from the past, reminiscing about the emotions shared and acknowledging the impact the person has had on the narrator's life.
