"Rosa Di Frontiera" is a song by Italian singer-songwriter Umberto Tozzi. The lyrics talk about a woman named Desy, who is portrayed as a beautiful and alluring figure. The singer is infatuated with Desy and finds himself constantly thinking about her. The song suggests that Desy may be involved with someone else, as the line "Petalo d'amore, tu e un altro li così" translates to "Love petal, you and another one there like that." Despite this, the singer tries to cope with his feelings by chewing on the passing days. The lyrics also touch upon the passage of time, with the singer realizing that seasons come and go, but his longing for Desy remains strong. He mentions the accounting of his spent years, which could imply regrets or missed opportunities. The chorus questions how Desy is able to resist his affection for months and whether there is anything that reminds her of their past relationship. He describes himself as suspended and surprised by their situation, suggesting that he still hopes for a connection with her. The second verse reveals that Desy, like the singer, is also disappointed by her own journeys and travels that she has never embarked on. The line "Mai preso" translates to "Never taken" and implies unfulfilled experiences. The singer expresses his struggle to move on from his feelings for Desy, mentioning how his mind can't take flight and he sometimes seeks solace in talking to his mother who has also been alone for months. In the final chorus, the singer tries to imitate Desy's smile, hoping to find some happiness. He acknowledges that he often writes rivers of words to express his emotions, and only he can imagine her as the poet of his heart. The song ends with the singer declaring that the noise he makes is not strange, but his way of being present for Desy and erasing the passing months for her. He affectionately calls her "Happy Desy", emphasizing his desire to make her happy and be a part of her life. Overall, "Rosa Di Frontiera" portrays a longing and infatuation for a woman named Desy, who may be involved with someone else. The lyrics reflect the singer's struggles to move on, his contemplation of time passing, and his desire to be present in Desy's life.
