Michele Simonelli On the Making Of “Rewind”
What was the creative process like for this particular "Rewind?"
In reality this song was born in the most difficult Covid period. I felt inside me the desire to start over, to start from scratch as I sing in the lyrics. Meeting elusive people on the street and being able to talk to them only with my eyes, due to the mask on my face, made me feel oppressed. Hence the desire to want to scream the word "breathe".
Were there any challenges or breakthrough moments during the songwriting process for "Rewind?"
Yes, initially I didn't want to write a love song, but just to express my state of mind after everything that was happening in the world regarding the Covid period. After that, when things started to change a little for everyone, I felt the need to tell a love story, and I strongly believe that especially in this historical moment in which we are unfortunately living, we all have a strong need for love.
What are you most proud about "Rewind?"
That I was able to fully express my feelings. I hope the same emotions reach the listener.
Where do you find inspiration for your songs or musical ideas?
I find inspiration from everyday life, from a simple outing with friends, walking down the street listening to people talk, gesture, get angry. It also helps me a lot to listen to lots of music, many different genres.
How do you continuously grow and evolve as an artist?
I always try to question myself, especially by trying to learn a lot from my mistakes by studying the instrument for example, in my case the voice or the piano. Reading books helps me a lot to imagine different things, sometimes magnificent and sometimes less so, from those I see every day with my eyes or with my thoughts.
