: Often cited by fans, this performance in his hometown shortly before his passing in 2012 carries significant emotional weight.
The song’s lyrics, written by Dalla and composed by , present a provocative vision of a "modern" angel:
: A historic recording from his North American tour, later featured on the live album Dallamericaruso .
There are several notable live versions of this song that capture Dalla’s stage presence:
(If I were an angel) is a landmark track by the iconic Italian singer-songwriter Lucio Dalla , originally released in 1986 on the album Bugie . It is celebrated for its satirical yet deeply spiritual social commentary, often delivered with Dalla's characteristic irony and immense vocal energy in live performances. Key Live Performances