Katherine Jenkins - Nella Fantasia Lyrics
Lyrics
Nella fantasia io vedo un mondo giusto
Lì tutti vivono in pace e onestÃ
Io sogno d'anime che sono sempre libere
Come le nuvole che volano
Pien d'umanità in fondo all'anima
Nella fantasia io vedo un mondo chiaro
Lì anche la notte è meno oscura
Io sogno d'anime che sono sempre libere
Come le nuvole che volano
Nella fantasia esiste un vento caldo
Che soffia sulle città , come amico
Io sogno d'anime che sono sempre libere
Come le nuvole che volano
Pien d'umanità in fondo all'anima
Video
Katherine Jenkins - Nella Fantasia (Official Music Video)
Meaning & Inspiration
Katherine Jenkins' rendering of "Nella Fantasia," found on her 2012 album *Music From The Movies*, released on January 1st, 2012, is more than just a beautiful piece of music; it is a profound expression of humanity’s deep yearning for a better world, a vision echoed throughout Scripture. While its origin lies in Ennio Morricone’s iconic "Gabriel’s Oboe" from the film *The Mission*, a story itself steeped in themes of justice and spiritual fortitude in the face of oppression, the addition of Italian lyrics by Chiara Ferraù transforms the instrumental theme into a potent lyrical prayer, imagining a world touched by divine grace.
The song immediately paints a picture of hope, declaring, "Nella fantasia io vedo un mondo giusto / Lì tutti vivono in pace e onestà" (In fantasy I see a just world / There everyone lives in peace and honesty). This opening is a direct resonance with the Kingdom of God, a central promise throughout the Bible. We are called to pray for God’s will to be done "on earth as it is in heaven" (Matthew 6:10), a world characterized by righteousness, peace, and joy in the Holy Spirit (Romans 14:17). The prophet Isaiah foretold a time when "the earth will be filled with the knowledge of the Lord as the waters cover the sea" (Isaiah 11:9), where injustice and strife give way to universal harmony. This vision of a "just world" is not mere fantasy for the person of faith, but a future guaranteed by God's unwavering promises, where sorrow and crying will be no more (Revelation 21:4).
Central to this envisioned utopia is the dream of spiritual liberation: "Io sogno d'anime che sono sempre libere / Come le nuvole che volano / Pien d'umanità in fondo all'anima" (I dream of souls that are always free / Like the clouds that fly / Full of humanity deep in the soul). This speaks to a longing for true freedom, not merely physical, but freedom from the bondage of sin and despair. Scripture assures us that "where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom" (2 Corinthians 3:17), and Jesus himself proclaimed, "If the Son sets you free, you really will be free" (John 8:36). This freedom allows souls to soar, unburdened, reflecting the very essence of humanity created in God's image, brimming with a deep, authentic compassion that truly honors our shared existence (Genesis 1:27, Micah 6:8). It calls to mind the greatest commandment: to love God and to love our neighbor as ourselves (Matthew 22:37-39).
The song continues, "Nella fantasia io vedo un mondo chiaro / Lì anche la notte è meno oscura" (In fantasy I see a clear world / There even the night is less dark). This imagery evokes the transformative power of divine light. In a world often shrouded in spiritual and moral darkness, this vision anticipates the light that conquers all shadow. Jesus declared, "I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life" (John 8:12). The presence of God dispels all obscurity, revealing truth and bringing clarity, making even the deepest night seem less daunting because His light endures (John 1:5, 1 John 1:5).
Finally, the lyrics describe a comforting presence: "Nella fantasia esiste un vento caldo / Che soffia sulle città, come amico" (In fantasy there is a warm wind / That blows over the cities, like a friend). This gentle, befriending wind immediately brings to mind the Holy Spirit, often depicted as wind or breath in the Bible. Jesus spoke of the Spirit moving like the wind, unseen yet profoundly impactful (John 3:8). The Spirit is our Helper, our Comforter (John 14:26), blowing through our lives and communities with warmth, guidance, and companionship, a divine friend who brings peace and renewal to the very heart of our cities and our souls (Acts 2:2).
Katherine Jenkins' rendition of "Nella Fantasia" serves as a beautiful anthem for the soul's deepest aspirations, a song that resonates powerfully with the Christian hope for a redeemed world. It is a reminder that the dreams of justice, peace, freedom, clarity, and loving presence are not mere human fantasies but divinely inspired longings, promised and ultimately fulfilled in God's eternal plan. This piece encourages us to hold fast to the vision of God's coming Kingdom, to pray for it, and to strive for its manifestation in our daily lives, trusting in the One who makes all things new.