Vent’anni. Lyrics – Rkomi

Vent’anni. Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
Just names and shouts, setting the mood.

[Strofa 1: Rkomi]
Here, Rkomi starts by saying life has changed quite a bit. He reflects on how he thought about writing a letter to his old friends from the neighborhood, just to make them feel something. He mentions Mario, a friend he hasn’t seen in a while, and worries about losing touch. He talks about how their dream wasn’t just to become rich, but to escape the trap of being stuck in rundown places. He questions what courage really means—do you carry it with you, or do others carry it for you? He’s flying far, literally and mentally, chasing big dreams, but feeling alone with just ideas. There’s a rough edge to how he describes life—hard and unforgiving—and regrets that stay with you forever. He describes his past living in a small rented space, hiding weed in the garage, feeling isolated. From his early days, he had no gaps—he always felt complete in his grind. In rap, he sees himself as a dominant figure. He mentions a pact to do the impossible, like walking on water, and signs off with his identity—Rkomi, a kid from the streets who came a long way.

[Ritornello: Rkomi, Tedua]
This part is all about two different paths. One person is drawn to a rough, street-centered life, while the other—Rkomi—is looking for something more. He wants to leave the chaos behind, not end up behind bars. He reflects on regrets that still stick with him and says he’s finally dropped the drama. If he could go back to being 20, it wouldn’t be to change things, but just to remind himself of what really matters. The hook repeats to emphasize that choice between staying in the streets or chasing something different and better.

[Strofa 2: Tedua]
Tedua paints a vivid picture of the past. He starts with a cigarette stub on a railing—just a small detail that sets the scene of two young guys, full of potential but stuck in a place that smells like smoke and feels cold. Their hearts freeze, their blood pumps with tension. He wants to see what truly matters in life, but the people he talks to don’t make it easy. He gives in sometimes, even though he doesn’t want to. He can’t stay still—he’s always moving, chasing something. He sees himself in Rkomi (real name Mirko), maybe because they share that restless energy. He remembers when they were making music without any support from family, feeling like something was always missing at home. The kids from their area were far from fame or spotlight. Now, looking at his friend, he feels proud. He’s known him since the beginning, back when he was just a kid in Corvetto, studying hospitality. He remembers the moment his friend said they’d make it. The hand sign and local football reference just show how deeply connected he still feels to where they came from.

[Ritornello: Rkomi, Tedua]
The chorus comes back again, reinforcing that inner conflict—one person leaning toward a tough street life, while the other wanted something different and tried to escape it. It’s a reminder that regrets are real, but they can teach you something. Letting go of past drama was necessary for moving forward. Going back to being 20 isn’t about changing the past, but about remembering the lessons that shaped them. The message stays strong and personal.