Scudo Lyrics
[Intro]
Ehi, ah
[Strofa 1]
Nei tuoi discorsi ci passo attraverso
Come se un fantasma attraversasse il muro
I lampioni si accendono, fumo nella nebbia
E oltre il tuo bicchiere non c'è più nessuno (Baby, spero che mi penserai)
Chi non fa tanto mostra tanto
Ho bisogno di un abbraccio, però sei solo un ratto
Sto sempre in bilico, se cado, basta che mi rialzo
Almeno muoio provando, mhm
Biglietto della fortuna, mi hai detto che, che
Questo è un nuovo inizio per me, me
Ma mi chiedo l'indizio dov'è? L'indizio dov'è?
[Pre-Ritornello]
Ci metteresti la mano sul fuoco se
Fossi davvero sicuro?
[Ritornello]
Sembra che il tuo sguardo venga dall'aldilà
Sеnto pressioni addosso, quasi taglio l'aria
Per quello ho mеsso lo scudo, uoh
Lascio i difetti sul comodino tuo, uoh
Sembra che il tuo sguardo venga dall'aldilà
Tu sei elettricità, io per te sono acqua
Per quello ho messo lo scudo, uoh
Lascio l'orgoglio davanti a casa tua
[Strofa 2]
Chissà l'indizio dov'è
Chissà se fuori o dentro il caffè
È una cosa che non trovo nel cell
Pe-penso che per sbaglio lo hai preso te
E quando scende il buio, uoh, uoh, uoh
È lì che sale un dubbio, uoh, uoh, uoh
Che elimino con quello che c'è nel marsupio
Mi ricordo bene di noi sulle scale
Mi ricordo quanto ti piace fumare
Adesso non è solo l'ansia che ci sale
Andando contro tutto il resto, hai fatto spalle
Delle volte ho fatto solamente male per te
Ho fatto male anche te, ah
Delle volte ho solamente avuto pare per te
Ho inventato pare per te
[Pre-Ritornello]
Ci metteresti la mano sul fuoco se
Ci metteresti la mano sul fuoco se (Oh-oh-oh)
Ci metteresti la mano sul fuoco se
Fossi davvero sicuro?
[Ritornello]
Sembra che il tuo sguardo venga dall'aldilà
Sento pressioni addosso, quasi taglio l'aria
Per quello ho messo lo scudo, uoh
Lascio i difetti sul comodino tuo, uoh
Sembra che il tuo sguardo venga dall'aldilà
Tu sei elettricità, io per te sono acqua
Per quello ho messo lo scudo, uoh
Lascio l'orgoglio davanti a casa tua
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Scudo Song Meaning (Tony Boy)
Released on January 2, 2026, "Scudo" stands as one of the standout tracks on "TRAUMA", the introspective album that Tony Boy dropped at the very start of the year through Atlantic and Warner. After a prolific run of releases and sold-out shows in 2024–2025, Tony Boy approached "TRAUMA" with a singular vision: to turn internal wounds into musical language without leaning on outside features or commercial frills. "Scudo" sits within that narrative as a moment of emotional negotiation — part wariness, part yearning — and it reveals a side of Tony Boy that embraces vulnerability not as weakness but as something to manage and defend.
Song Meaning:
From the outset, "Scudo" opens a window into a psyche navigating communication breakdowns and emotional fog. Instead of interpreting words and signals, the narrator seems to move through them — as though meaning dissipates before it lands. There’s a powerful sense of isolation here: the urban imagery of streetlights and mist becomes a metaphorical backdrop for trying to connect while emotionally deflected by past hurts and present uncertainties.
As Scudo unfolds, the motif of an indizio — a clue or sign — underscores the tension between faith in a relationship and the inability to decipher what’s real. This refrain of searching for proof becomes a narrative engine, echoing the way modern relationships often hinge on fragments of interaction rather than clear emotional truth. The tension is not just romantic but existential: can one trust what they feel when their own defenses are already erected?
The pre-chorus functions like a litmus test of trust: the repeated question about staking something as literal as one’s hand in fire crystallizes the fear of risking vulnerability. In this context, Scudo — Italian for “shield” — becomes less an object and more a psychological mode: a self-protective mechanism that lets the narrator engage with others while warding off deeper harm.
When the hook arrives, the language moves into elemental imagery. The other person is rendered as electricity; the self, as water. This dynamic embodies an instinctive attraction and an inherent danger. Rather than choosing contact without caution, the narrator opts for a shield — a way to experience connection while mitigating pain. The chorus reframes emotional defense as something alive: not a dead wall but a reactive stance that shifts with every wave of pressure.
In the second verse, the terrain becomes more textured and real-world: mundane objects like coffee, a phone, or a pouch act as vessels for anxiety and memory. The night amplifies doubt, turning simple moments into flashpoints. Instead of leaning into escapism, the narrator remembers intimate instances — like shared steps on a staircase — but these recollections don’t deliver comfort so much as complicated longing.
This verse also introduces accountability: admitting times of causing hurt and acknowledging mutual harm. The ability to own mistakes shifts the narrative from self-pity to introspection. It’s a rare moment where emotional defense doesn’t just shield but informs growth, showing that protection isn’t isolation but a learned rhythm between engagement and retreat.
Emotional Core and Themes:
At its heart, "Scudo" is a meditation on defense mechanisms in relationships and self-identity. It wrestles with the paradox of wanting closeness while fearing its potential to wound. The “shield” becomes both literal and metaphorical — a space where emotional impulses are tested, refined, or held at bay. The track’s production, with its moody dynamics and hesitant swing, mirrors this push-pull: soft introspection interlaced with rhythmic insistence.
This interplay aligns with the overarching concept of "TRAUMA", an album built around confronting internal unrest rather than glossing over it. Tony Boy positions his experiences not as dramatic spectacle but as everyday emotional labor — a process of feeling, protecting, and feeling again.
Connection with Listeners:
"Scudo" resonates because it articulates a universal emotional negotiation: how to care without breaking, how to trust without naivety, how to remain open in a world full of friction. Listeners who have navigated complex personal relationships or felt the tension between vulnerability and self-preservation will recognize the narrative’s cadence. In an era saturated with social performance and instant judgment, the song offers a rare billboard for inner conflict that doesn’t feel performative.
Conclusion:
By weaving urban imagery with elemental metaphors and internal questioning, "Scudo" captures a snapshot of emotional defense in motion. It isn’t just a track about protection — it’s about the courage it takes to keep showing up, shield in hand, ready to feel again. Set within TRAUMA’s larger introspective arc, this song stands as both a personal compass and a quiet invitation: to examine the shields we build, why we need them, and what happens when we allow ourselves to lower them.
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FAQ Section
Who sung the song "Scudo" by Tony Boy?
The song "Scudo" was sung by Tony Boy.
Who wrote the song "Scudo" by Tony Boy?
Tony Boy, Wairaki & Kermit.
Who produced the song "Scudo" by Tony Boy?
Wairaki & Kermit.
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Song Details
Artist: Tony Boy
Album: TRAUMA
Genre: Rap
Language: Italian
Released: January 2, 2026
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