Schiaffi translates to "slaps" or "blows". It's a vivid and somewhat aggressive word that stands out in the lyrics, suggesting a sense of struggle or hardship.
In the song, the line "Perché collezioni schiaffi ma non li hai tirati mai" (Because you collect slaps but you've never thrown them) paints a picture of someone who endures difficulties and pain without retaliating. It highlights a passive acceptance of hardship, making it a poignant and memorable word choice.
Gazzelle’s “OK” feels like a late-night walk through the city with your pockets full of unanswered questions. The lyrics list a series of small, uncomfortable moments: showing up when everyone has gone, feeling embarrassed with no one to rescue you, swallowing anger you wish you could spit out like last Thursday’s drink. Every time life pokes him, the singer replies with a simple “Ok”. Those two letters sound casual, yet they mask frustration, exhaustion and the fear of no longer recognising yourself.
In the chorus, that repeated “Ok” becomes a fragile shield. It is the word you mutter when you are too tired to fight back, when you have “collected slaps” but never thrown any, and when insomnia pushes you to search for meaning “from midnight to six”. The song captures the bittersweet vibe of modern life: we keep stumbling, pretending we are fine, and telling the world “Ok” even as we hope someone will finally say, “Come with me, I’ve got you.” A minimalist phrase turns into a quiet anthem for everyone who is struggling but still standing.