Tiziano Ferro - Ed Ero Contentissimo -

Despite the pain of separation, the narrator expresses a selfless wish for his former partner to find "joy and true love" ( gioia e amore vero ) in her new life.

(And I Was Very Glad) is a poignant 2006 ballad by Italian singer-songwriter Tiziano Ferro , serving as the second single from his multi-platinum album Nessuno è solo . The song is a masterclass in the nostalgia of lost love , exploring the gap between past happiness and the silence that often follows a breakup. The Story Behind the Song Tiziano Ferro - Ed Ero Contentissimo

The recurring line "ma non te l'ho mai detto" (but I never told you) highlights a central theme of regret. The narrator realizes that while he was "very glad" in those moments, he kept that joy hidden, perhaps contributing to the relationship's eventual end. Despite the pain of separation, the narrator expresses

While released in 2006, the lyrics were actually drafted by Ferro as early as , adding a layer of mature reflection to the final recording. The narrative follows a man looking back at a past relationship, admitting to feelings he never expressed while they were together. Key Themes & Imagery The Story Behind the Song The recurring line

To reach his massive Latin American audience, Ferro released a Spanish version titled "Y estaba contentísimo" .

The bridge features the narrator crying out to God ( "Dio, ancora, ancora, ancora" ) for just a little more time in that past happiness, emphasizing the depth of his loss. Versions & Legacy

In recent years, a 4K Remastered Official Video was released to preserve the visual legacy of the track for modern audiences.