Auschwitz

Francesco Guccini, Elisa

About Auschwitz

"Auschwitz" is a song composed by Francesco Guccini , and performed by Equipe 84. Although the song was written by Guccini it was credited to Lunero and Maurizio Vandelli as the author was not a member of the SIAE. The following year the song was recorded by Francesco Guccini and included in the LP Folk beat n. 1, with the title La canzone del bambino nel vento (Auschwitz) (The song of the child in the wind).


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Son morto con altri cento
Son morto ch'ero bambino
Passato per il camino 
E adesso sono nel vento 
E adesso sono nel vento

Ad Auschwitz c'era la neve
Il fumo saliva lento
Nel freddo giorno d'inverno
E adesso sono nel vento
E adesso sono nel vento

Ad Auschwitz tante persone
Ma un solo grande silenzio
È strano non riesco ancora 
A sorridere qui nel vento
A sorridere qui nel vento

Ah, uh
Ah, ah

Io chiedo come può un uomo
Uccidere un suo fratello
Eppure siamo a milioni 
In polvere qui nel vento

Ancora tuona il cannone
Ancora non è contento
Di sangue la belva umana
E ancora ci porta il vento
E ancora ci porta il vento

Io chiedo quando sarà
Che l' uomo potrà imparare
A vivere senza ammazzare
E il vento si poserà
E il vento si poserà
Ah, ah, ah
Uh, uh

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Francesco Guccini

Francesco Guccini (Italian: [franˈtʃesko ɡutˈtʃiːni] ( listen), born June 14, 1940) is an Italian singer-songwriter, considered one of the most important Cantautori. During the five decades of his music career he has recorded 16 studio albums and collections, and 6 live albums. He is also a writer, having published autobiographic and noir novels, and a comics artist. Guccini also worked as actor, soundtrack composer, lexicographer and dialectologist. more »

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11 facts about this song

Song Creation
"Auschwitz" was a controversial song written and performed by Italian singer-songwriter, Francesco Guccini.
Theme
The song focuses on the Holocaust, highlighting the horrific acts of genocide committed at Auschwitz concentration camp during World War II.
Release Information
"Auschwitz" was released as part of Guccini's 1967 debut album, "Due Anni Dopo."
Message
One of the primary messages of the song is humanity's need for remembrance, warning listeners about the dangers of forgetting the atrocities of the past.
Language
Despite being an Italian artist, Guccini chose to sing "Auschwitz" in English. This choice expanded the song's reach and underscores the universal human implications of its subject matter.
Reception
The song faced criticism from conservative sectors of Italian culture because of its graphic imagery and frank discussion of the Holocaust. However, it's also been praised for its emotional intensity and commitment to preserving history.
Influence
Francesco Guccini is a hugely influential figure in Italian pop culture, and "Auschwitz" is one of his most widely known songs, often taught in schools as part of Holocaust remembrance studies.
Music Style
Musically, "Auschwitz" features a simple, acoustic guitar background, allowing Guccini's powerful lyrics to take center stage.
Performances
Despite its controversial nature, "Auschwitz" is considered one of Guccini's most impactful performances, often causing strong emotional reactions among audience members.
Legacy
Even decades after its release, "Auschwitz" continues to be relevant in the global discourse about the Holocaust, serving as a haunting reminder of one of history’s darkest periods.
Cultural Significance
The song is of profound cultural and historical significance and is often cited in discussions about music's capacity to address grave historical events.

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