At the prestigious Sanremo 2025, Vale LP and Lil Jolie captured the hearts and minds of audiences with their powerful performance of the song "Dimmi tu quando sei pronto per fare l’amore." The event has not only showcased their undeniable musical talent but also their commitment to raising awareness about important issues such as consent and the breaking down of gender stereotypes.
The pair, both of whom hail from the Campania region, delivered their engaging performance on February 12, 2025. This appearance came during the highly competitive Nuove Proposte section of the festival. Vale LP, known offstage as Valentina Sanseverino, and her partner Angela Ciancio, affectionately referred to as Lil Jolie, have garnered significant attention, following their impactful messaging through music.
During their stint on the daytime show BellaMa', hosted by Pierluigi Diaco and Nancy Brilli, the duo was involved in what has become quite the media sensation. A moment from the show went viral where Diaco prompted Lil Jolie to reveal her Napoli jersey, which featured some provocative writing. The comedic tension produced when she hesitated turned out to be the start of many discussions about artistic expression versus censorship.
"Non è volgare, è un’esclamazione!" chimed Lil Jolie, standing her ground amid the light-hearted but inquisitive approach by Diaco about the shirt. Breezing through the exchange, it became clear their artistry invites both playfulness and depth, reflecting contemporary societal issues.
Their song, "Dimmi tu quando sei pronto per fare l’amore," is so much more than just a tune—it’s effectively a manifesto on love, respect, and consent. This message could not be clearer as they invoke lines like, "Un no è un no, il consenso è importante." The duo explained their intentions during public conversations, reiteratively stating their belief in the necessity of communicating consent, clearly articulated during their time at Sanremo Giovani.
Vale LP elaborated on the thematic heart of the song, saying, "E’ una canzone che mentre ti fa ballare, ti fa anche riflettere." They aim to encourage listeners to discuss relational dynamics openly, promoting authenticity and respect among all individuals regardless of gender. By weaving humor and intimacy, they’re managing to broach these significant issues under the catchy façade of contemporary pop music.
Their statement was powerfully visualized as they performed—after their song, they held up signs promoting the initiative run by Una Nessuna Centomila, stating "Se io non voglio, tu non puoi." This initiative, headed by the applauded artist Fiorella Mannoia, aims at creating awareness against violence and advocating for consent.
Fiorella Mannoia expressed her joy, saying, “I am honored to know young artists like Vale LP and Lil Jolie have chosen Una Nessuna Centomila as their guiding reference.” Mannoia emphasizes the importance of such messages being shared by new generations of artists as they move toward social change.
Outside of Sanremo, the pair is building upon their artistic collaboration, with plans to release their joint album—"Le Ragazze della Valle"—that encapsulates their journeys and shared experiences as young women pursuing their dreams. Their bond extends beyond music and art; they are best friends who share living spaces, creating rich and personal narratives through their songs.
Both Vale LP and Lil Jolie have faced rampant speculation about the nature of their off-stage relationship, with some social media users hinting at romance. They've previously clarified these matters, noting their friendship remains strong, with Vale LP confirming, "Angela è la mia compagna di vita. Io non scelgo mai il ruolo che una persona debba avere all’interno della mia vita."
While the closeness of their relationship intrigues fans—potentially paving the way for even more personal lyrics and artistic vulnerability—their core message remains about empowering individuals, fostering conversations on consent, and breaking societal norms constraining expressions of love. This performance is shaping up to be one of the defining moments at Sanremo 2025—proving once again the stage embodies not just music but important social narratives.