The modern version of Malafemmena, a monument of Neapolitan song written by Totò, sung yesterday at the talent show Amici di Maria De Filippi on Canale 5 made everyone agree for its originality.
But also for the mastery of the Neapolitan language by the young singer in the competition. Petit is his stage name but his name is Salvatore Moccia, a surname of clear Neapolitan origins, even if he is Roman from Rome born on August 23, 2005 in Rome to a Neapolitan father and French mother. His musical career began after the loss of his beloved grandmother, who inspired him to compose his first songs.
Petit, who is also the nephew of actress Nadia Rinaldi, has a passion for Californian and Italian rap, and is known for his ability to blend different languages and dialects in his songs, including Roman, Neapolitan, Italian, English and French.
In the show aired yesterday he presented his version of Malafemmena that passed under the careful scrutiny of an almost emotional Achille Lauro who at the end of the performance had only words of praise for the young singer. Even his current partner Marisol, the 17-year-old dancer, from Biella and originally from Cuba, also competing in Amici was shown with teary eyes while he sang Malafemmena. But Maria De Filippi herself and Rudi Zerbi made appreciative looks. In short, a special Sunday for Petit, who a few years ago played soccer in the Avellino youth team.
Mary Clare Of The Joy
Article published on November 20, 2023 - 08:32
Video Chronicles
It's nice to see a young artist keeping the traditions of Neapolitan song alive. Petit has really brought a fresh touch to Malafemmena!
I really liked the modern version of Malafemmena, it's really original and the singer has a great ability to mix different languages and dialects!
What beautiful words of praise from Achille Lauro! Petit certainly has great talent and I am curious to discover what he will do in his musical career.