Zio Lyrics – Tony Boy

Zio Lyrics Meaning

[Intro: Tony Boy & Guè]
Tony Boy is talking about different people in his life he calls “zio” (uncle), but it’s more about deep bonds than family titles. He calls his brother “zio” because they’re so close they’re like blood. There’s also someone not related by blood who’s still ready to fight for him. It’s all about loyalty, shared struggle, and unbreakable connection.

[Ritornello: Tony Boy & Guè, Tony Boy, Guè]
Here, “zio” becomes a nickname others use for him when he’s living large—spending big or winning. He talks about driving fancy cars and having a father figure who’s in and out of jail. He’s not afraid of enemies and shuts down the people who talk behind his back. When he says “zio,” it’s like a powerful chant that shows pride, toughness, and success.

[Strofa 1: Tony Boy]
Tony slips up and calls his girlfriend “zio,” showing how much that word is part of his life. They have an intense, fast moment, showing how wild and fast things move for him. He’s flying around, got luxury cars, and jokes about having an igloo from Colombia—mixing nonsense with real flexes. Life feels messy and crazy, like he’s still wearing a woman’s scent from earlier. He’s carrying cash but so disorganized he loses it in his jeans. Everyone around him is hungry—literally and metaphorically—but nobody dares complain. There’s always something happening: in the streets, in homes, and with girls. He warns someone that they’re nobody now, brushing them off with sarcasm. Even bathroom signs get treated with more attention than certain people. A girl has his poster up, and people are doing drügs nonstop. His expensive Céline clothes give him a fake sense of security in a chaotic world.

[Pre-Ritornello: Tony Boy]
Tony repeats that he’s got an “uncle” he doesn’t need to call because they’re always around. His brother is like an uncle because they reflect each other. He’s got someone close who’ll spill blood if needed. The bond is deep, not always by blood, but it’s stronger than that—it’s about loyalty and shared history.

[Ritornello: Tony Boy & Guè, Tony Boy, Guè]
Again, when he spends or wins, people call him “zio”—like they’re hyping him up. He’s always riding in new cars and mentions a father who’s often in jail, showing the rough background he comes from. He’s not afraid of haters and makes them disappear. Most talk is just empty noise, and he’s above it. Even Guè jumps in, making it a proud shout-out to their street status.

[Strofa 2: Guè]
Guè jumps in saying he never worries about money and that his product comes from Albania, suggesting shady business. He compares his life to a movie, blending everyday life with gangster glam. He moves through South Milan with weight in his bag—possibly drügs or money. He mocks someone saying it’s their year, calling it the year of the rat, throwing shade. He calls himself “zio” too and jokes about only being with women if it’s for a porno. He mixes street gear with cultural references and lives wild, with nights and days flipped around, always hustling and playing with the world.

[Ritornello: Tony Boy & Guè, Tony Boy, Guè]
Once more, “zio” becomes the label he earns when he’s shining—spending cash, winning, driving top cars. His father figure still shows up as someone who’s been through jail, reflecting tough roots. He handles hate without a problem, calling out the fake talk and making it clear he’s not playing games. “Zio” is his symbol of strength and power.

[Post-Ritornello: Guè]
Guè says again that he doesn’t need to call his “uncle” because he’s always with him, reminding us of the loyalty and presence of his closest people. His brother is like an uncle too, and they see themselves in each other. He’s got someone who’s not family by blood but would fight for him, showing that loyalty means more than bloodlines.

[Outro: Guè]
He ends by repeating how people call him “zio” when he’s going hard—whether spending, winning, or driving around in luxury. His dad figure’s rough past comes up again with the jail reference. He pushes away haters and calls out people who only talk big but never back it up. That “ram-pa-pa-pam” sound adds power, like a warning or a victory beat, and once again, people run off when he shows up.