Summer is over, and the storm raging outside the large windows loudly confirms it, leaving no room for doubt. It’s impossible not to ask Noemi to reflect on her summer, which was spent on stage. “My summer was very musical, and beautiful. To be honest, live performances are the most fun part for me. It was a summer full of sunshine, music, heat, and people. I’m always very curious to meet the people who come to hear me perform. It was a great crowd, and I’m really happy about it.”
When it comes to future plans, Noemi doesn’t reveal any spoilers, but she loves talking about her latest single, Non ho bisogno di te, which opens the door to deeper reflections: “What do I need today? Inspiration, always. I like living in a creative space, finding ideas everywhere. For making music, reflecting, and staying connected with the world around me. I also love to travel because I need to meet people who live their lives with great inspiration and passion. On the other hand, I’ve let go of many things over the years. I’ve stopped seeing myself through the eyes of others.” In that one sentence, there’s a lot of Noemi—her music, her life, and her way of growing and navigating the world. We could sense it, even from this first meeting.
Changing to survive seems to be Noemi’s motto, both as a singer and as a woman, and perhaps that’s what makes her so long-lasting and beloved. “You always have to find a new way to tell your story, to add new notes, new colors, and new sounds. It’s essential to stay contemporary. Music has the power to reflect the time we live in; it’s a mirror of society. Whether it’s full of ideas or feels empty, that still tells us something. It’s natural to rise from our own ashes, and we shouldn’t be afraid of that. We might lose our balance for a moment—that’s the real thrill—but then we find our footing again and take a new step. That’s the most exciting part, for better or worse.”
It’s clear that music is fundamental to Noemi—for learning, living, and expressing herself. But there’s also fashion: “They say clothes don’t make the person, but I don’t think that’s entirely true,” she says, laughing. This conversation has just started, and it’s already so rich. “Clothes are another way to tell your story, to express your project, and sometimes to challenge yourself. When you wear something you’d never usually wear, or try different makeup or hair, you get the chance to become someone else. It’s a great journey, a way to explore yourself and then present yourself to others in a new way. When I was younger, I didn’t play with fashion. Maybe I was more insecure, more focused on my voice. Now, I’ve opened up to a new form of communication. I’m not alone in this, in music. I think of Grace Jones, who was a supermodel before making amazing records. Her album covers are stunning. I think of David Bowie, and how music and fashion have always inspired each other. It’s another color in my palette, and I’m happy to work with stylists who treat fashion as an art form, referencing painting, sculpture, and architecture. The layers of meaning increase, and I feel enriched. I’ve added another piece to the puzzle.”
Our last question is the classic one: what advice would she give to a young person starting a music career? Noemi, who began on X-Factor and reached the heights of the Sanremo Festival and the top of the charts, has a lot to share. She’s lived it herself, of course, but she’s also an intelligent and thoughtful person who chooses her words carefully, someone who observes not only herself but also her field and how it’s changed around her. “The most important thing is to perform live a lot, to write, and not be afraid to tell your story and be yourself. Lately, there’s a big trend of following what’s popular, and it can be positive to be part of a certain flow. But you should never give up your own personality—you need to find your own voice. Do it your way, because that’s what lasts. It goes beyond trends. If you live music your own way, you can’t go wrong.”
1st Look:
Dress SILVIA TCHERASSI, jewels PIANEGONDA.
2nd Look:
Jacket MARNI, shoes LE SILLA, earrings PIANEGONDA.
3rd Look:
Dress MISSONI, earrings DIORAMA, necklace, bracelet and ring PIANEGONDA.
4th Look:
Full look GIVENCHY, bracelet DIORAMA, necklace and ring PIANEGONDA.
5th Look:
T-shirt Roma 6 Unica by nss edicola, skirt ARRABAL, shoes ROBERTO CAVALLI, bracelet DSQUARED2.