songs, receiving a standing ovation from the audience. During the evening, the 28 competing singers performed their songs again, with Amadeus entertaining the audience with his quirky remarks. Fashion influencer Chiara Ferragni also made an appearance in a Schiaparelli dress, symbolizing the struggles of women trying to balance their work and family life. Superstar guests included Depeche Mode, Gino Paoli, and Ornella Vanoni, who performed some of their classic hits. The evening also saw some provocative and stylish outfits from Marco Mengoni and Elodie, and a scandalous moment when Rosa Chemical twerked on Fedez, kissed him on stage, and claimed that she was in love. As the night progressed, the tension in the air was palpable, as the audience waited with bated breath for the winner of the prestigious Sanremo music festival to be announced. Finally, the moment arrived, and the tension was broken as Marco Mengoni was declared the winner. followed by Lazza and Mr. Rain, and Mengoni dedicated his victory to the women who performed at the festival. It was a victory that was expected but also well-deserved, as Mengoni had impressed the judges and audience alike with his powerful and emotional performance. Other winners of the night included Colapesce and Di Martino, who won the Critica Mia Martini award and Sala Stampa award, respectively. The Coma_Cose also took home the Sergio Bardotti prize for the best lyrics. Throughout the night, there were moments of both emotion and transgression, as the artists took to the stage to deliver some truly incredible performances. The opening act, which featured the Italian national anthem played by the military band, set the tone for a night that was filled with both patriotic pride and a celebration of Italian music and culture. Another emotional moment was the performance of “Bakmut Fortress” by the iconic Ukrainian band Antytila, who sang a song about their city’s struggle for freedom and ideals after Amadeus read the letter that the President of Ukraine, Zelensky, sent to the festival, thanking Italy for their support for Ukraine. All in all, the 73rd Sanremo music festival was a night to remember, filled with unforgettable performances, emotional moments, and deserving winners. As the festival drew to a close, it was clear that the spirit of Italian music and culture was alive and well, and that the future of the Italian music scene was in good hands. 29 OI magazine
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