The song tells the story of a friend of Venditti from Milan who died of a heroin overdose.[1] At the time of its release, it raised several controversities because of the crudeness of the lyrics.[2] The song proved to be a surprise hit, definitively launching Venditti's career.[1] In spite of being one of Venditti's major hits, Venditti rarely performs the song live, and only in Milan.[1]
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