Overview

• Antonello Venditti is set to launch a sold-out national tour on June 17 at Rome's Terme di Caracalla, marking 40 years of his iconic song 'Notte prima degli esami'.
• The viral video alleging insults to a disabled fan was confirmed as a fake; Venditti has filed a lawsuit in the Tribunal of Andria against its creator.
• 'Notte prima degli esami' was written during a period of deep personal crisis, with Venditti crediting Lucio Dalla for helping him return to music.
• The song continues to resonate with generations of Italian students, reflecting universal themes of anxiety, hope, and nostalgia.
• Venditti highlights the importance of personal and professional relationships, including his 55-year friendship with Francesco De Gregori and his current partnership with Anna.