Atterraggio literally means "landing", as in an airplane landing. It's an interesting word because it evokes a sense of caution and planning.
In the song, Laura Pausini uses it metaphorically when she sings, "Valutavo l'atterraggio prima di partire" (I was evaluating the landing before taking off). This line powerfully conveys the idea of overthinking and being held back by fear of failure, even before starting something new. It's a unique way to express hesitation and a desire for security.
"Zero" is Laura Pausini's refusal to settle for feeling nothing.
She opens by admitting the fear that used to hold her back: the fear of the unknown, of a sudden change of wind, of taking flight at all. She hid her wild side for so long she almost forgot it existed. Now she's done playing it safe.
The chorus is a demand, not a wish: give her anything except zero. Calm or storm, it doesn't matter which, as long as it's real enough to leave her breathless. She's done waiting in defense, and she's taking back every moment she once let slip by, without asking anyone's permission.
By the end, she's found the courage she didn't know she had, still refusing to accept less than everything.
Laura Pausini (born 16 May 1974 in Faenza, Italy) is a renowned Italian pop singer celebrated for her powerful vocals and heartfelt ballads. She rose to fame in 1993 after winning the newcomer section at the Sanremo Music Festival with her hit song La solitudine, which became an international success and an Italian pop classic.
Since her breakthrough, Laura has released fifteen studio albums and performed in multiple languages including Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and English. She has sold over 70 million records worldwide, earning prestigious awards such as a Grammy and a Golden Globe for her original song Io sì (Seen) from the film The Life Ahead. Besides singing, Pausini has appeared as a coach and judge on various international TV music competitions.
Widely regarded as one of Italy's most successful artists, Laura Pausini continues to captivate audiences globally with her emotive performances and commitment to her musical craft.