Orietta Berti, known as L'Usignolo di Cavriago, is making waves once again as she prepares for her performance at the upcoming New Year's celebrations. The beloved singer has not only captured the hearts of many with her catchy tunes but has also shared her personal battles, particularly highlighting the deep scars left by the death of her father.
For Berti, her father’s passing was nothing short of traumatic. "It was a trauma for me; I could not sleep. My mother took me to numerous doctors, and I was prescribed pills and teas, but now I take nothing and it's fine this way," she revealed, shedding light on the toll it’s taken on her mental health.
Despite these struggles, one constant source of strength has been her enduring relationship with her husband, Osvaldo Paterlini. Together for 57 years, their love story is inspirational; they met at a fair in the 1950s and their bond blossomed over time. Reflecting on their partnership, Berti stated, "He is my point of reference; there’s a beautiful feeling between us that's always growing. Of course, we sometimes need to discuss things. I always say to him, ‘Let’s clarify things right away.’ When there’s a problem, we need to face the challenges together." This perspective has clearly played a role in their resilient marriage.
Berti and Paterlini have always worked closely together, evident from Berti’s assertion: "We have always worked together. He took me everywhere, and always with him; when there is love, there is no need to seek anything else." Throughout her career, Osvaldo has remained her steadfast support, traveling alongside her to performances and sharing the spotlight of fame.
From this union, Berti and Paterlini have raised two sons, Omar and Otis. Interestingly, Berti chose not to bring her children on the road as she pursued her career, preferring instead to leave them at home, where they were cared for by her mother and mother-in-law. Berti said, "I preferred not to take my children with me but to leave them home where my mother and mother-in-law lived; they actually raised them, my children felt they had more mothers than just me." Through this decision, she balanced her passion for music with the desire to give her children stability and care.
The singer's life has not only been about her public persona but also reflecting on her personal joys and hardships. While she continues to light up audiences with her music, it's clear she interweaves her experiences and emotions through her art, making it relatable to new generations. Her collaborations with younger artists have introduced her timeless songs to new audiences, proving her relevance and versatility over the decades.
Orietta Berti’s life story is one of triumph over trauma, love against time, and the unwavering dedication to both her family and her art. With each song, she speaks not just as a performer but as someone whose life, much like her career, has been marked with rich experiences and heartfelt lyrics. The upcoming New Year's event will not just celebrate the arrival of another year but also the legacy of love, resilience, and music embodied by Orietta Berti.