Giulio Todrani, deeply affected by his daughter Giorgia's performance at the Sanremo 2025 Festival, expressed his overwhelming emotions during her rendition of the song "La cura per me." Appearing as a guest on Caterina Balivo's show, "La Volta Buona," Todrani shared how he was moved to tears when he heard the song for the first time, stating, "È stata una bellissima sorpresa, non avevo sentito la canzone. È stata un’emozione incredibile, ho pianto."
The poignant song deals with the intimate theme of fear of the dark, which has haunted Giorgia since her childhood. Her father conveyed feelings of guilt, reflecting on how he was not aware of this fear during her formative years. "Giorgia da piccola aveva paura del buio. Mi sono sentito molto in colpa perché io non lo sapevo. Se lo avessi saputo, avrei fatto qualcosa," Todrani said, highlighting the personal elements embedded within the lyrics.
Giorgia's performance captivated the audience at the Ariston Theatre, marking the peak of viewership for the evening. Balivo, who was present, noted the success of the moment and mentioned, "C’ero pure io davanti alla televisione," emphasizing the impact of Giorgia's presentation.
Following the emotional performance, Todrani sent his daughter a message, to which she responded, expressing her satisfaction with her stage presence even though she felt extremely emotional during the show. "Questa mattina le ho mandato un messaggio e lei mi ha detto di esser molto contenta della performance anche se era molto molto emozionata," he recounted.
While many are quick to herald Giorgia as the potential winner of the festival, her father is more tempered, pointing out, "Ogni volta che partecipa a Sanremo è data per vincitrice, ma ha vinto solo nel '95." His words remind fans and audiences alike of the pressures associated with the competition.
Giulio Todrani has been more than just a father to Giorgia; he has been a guiding force throughout her inspiring career. Having been active as a performer himself during the 1960s and 1970s, he spearheaded her entry to the world of music. Todrani was also known for his participation with the duo Juli & Julie and the blues group “Io vorrei la pelle nera.” It is under his influence and mentorship where Giorgia discovered her extraordinary talent from a young age.
Today, as Giorgia continues to embrace her fame and fill hearts with her songs, she also shares the deepest of her feelings through her music, creating connections not only with fans but most significantly with her father.
Overall, the performance at Sanremo 2025 served as not just another chapter in Giorgia's illustrious career but also as a powerful reminder of the lasting bond between father and daughter, united through music and emotional expression.