Till Brönner Breathes New Life into Lucio Battisti Classic with Instrumental “Amarsi Un Po’”

One of Italy’s most beloved singer-songwriters, Lucio Battisti, left behind a catalog of songs defined by poetic lyrics and timeless melodies. Now, German trumpet virtuoso Till Brönner reimagines one of Battisti’s most nostalgic hits, “Amarsi Un Po’” (1977), stripping away the words and letting the horn sing instead.

The single—paired with an evocative new video—is the third advance track from Brönner’s forthcoming album Italia, produced by acclaimed Italian jazz musician Nicola Conte.

A Voice Without Words

By choosing trumpet over vocals, Brönner highlights the emotional core of the original song while revealing new dimensions in its melody. Where Battisti’s version reflected bittersweet longing through lyrics, Brönner communicates the same depth of feeling through phrasing, tone, and silence. The result is an instrumental reading that feels intimate and cinematic, capable of speaking directly to the listener’s heart.

“Italian songs like Amarsi Un Po’ carry an emotional weight that transcends language,” Brönner notes. “My aim was to honor Battisti’s timeless composition while offering a new perspective—one that tells the story without words.”

A Cross-Cultural Collaboration

The track also underscores the strong creative bond between Brönner and Nicola Conte, whose work as producer brings a refined, jazz-infused sensibility to the project. Conte’s Italian roots and deep knowledge of Mediterranean musical traditions provide the perfect framework for Brönner’s luminous trumpet lines.

Together, the two artists craft a sound that’s elegant, soulful, and deeply respectful of Battisti’s legacy while pushing his music into a fresh jazz context.

Italia: A Tribute to Melody and Emotion

Italia promises to be one of Brönner’s most personal and heartfelt projects to date. By curating and reinterpreting iconic songs from Italy’s rich pop canon, he not only pays homage to a country that has long inspired him but also continues his mission of blurring boundaries between jazz, pop, and classical traditions.

With Amarsi Un Po’, Till Brönner shows that music doesn’t always need words to communicate the most powerful emotions—sometimes, a trumpet alone can say it all.

“Amarsi Un Po’” is out now on all streaming platforms, with the full album Italia set for release later this year.