The song "Bella Ma" by Umberto Tozzi tells the story of a man who sees a beautiful woman passing by outside a bar. He is attracted to her physical appearance but notices flaws such as her small breasts and high nose. Despite these imperfections, he still finds her captivating. The man tries to get her attention but she seems oblivious to his presence. He reflects on how he has had better-looking women in his life, but still finds her appealing. He wonders what she really is like and ponders if she has a glamorous persona like a Playboy model. As the man observes her, someone introduces them and he gathers the courage to ask her out. However, her response comes from a distance and he realizes she is not interested. He comments on her beauty being overshadowed by her arrogance. The man watches her coldly drinking coffee and remembers his attempt to connect with her. He recalls offering to take her out for a coffee, but her response is dismissive. He contemplates the possibility of a lovely encounter with her, dreaming of a passionate kiss under her balcony. Later in the song, a phone call interrupts the narrative. The man answers the call and it becomes evident that the person on the other end is asking about a woman named Maria. The man corrects the caller by saying it is Mario and comments that she may be beautiful, but he has multiple children. Reflecting on the encounter, the man realizes that her voice seemed contradictory and her beauty masked a coldness. He regrets not receiving any affection or attention from her and wonders if she was merely playing a role. He concludes that she only appealed to him, which is unfortunate. Overall, "Bella Ma" conveys a story of unrequited love and the disappointment that comes when a person is infatuated with someone who turns out to be uninterested or unattainable.
