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FORGET what this man did in the 80's. Many of us were too young to appreciate any of that repertoire. Let's talk about how TODAY this man is the purveyor of very pertinent lyrics that punch you in the chest. That is, if you've ever been in love, lost in love, or believed in it for the first time.

As a lyricist, I bow to this man! I'd never heard of him before now. By accident, a video was playing on a spanish tv station when I heard the lyrics: "...te he dado todo lo que tengo, hasta quedar en deuda conmigo mismo, y todavia preguntas si te quiero..." (from 'TU DE QUE VAS'). I knew then this man-whoever he was- was no joke!

I ran out and bought his album, forthwith. His genius use of chords makes for a complete experience. NO tricks or gimmicks here. Just phenomenal musicianship. As Wayne would say: "...we're not worthy, we're not worthy!.."

And yes! I cried listening to the much talked-bout 'SI LA VES'. A duet that also introduced me to the R&B tinged duo of SIN BANDERAS. I'm not ashamed to admit it as a man. If someone has ever left you, you'll be brought at least close to the Kleenex box. Just one more testament to this man's talent for wordsmithing. GENIUS.

It reminds me of Gloria Estefan at her height of lyric-writing in the eighties when everyone cried, begged, or rejoiced to one of her ballads.

If you're a songwriter, this man will send you back to school. Alot to learn from him.

franco de vita has been my favorite singer/songwriter since i grew up in venezuela in the 80s. now i live in the US and i still love franco, who is italian/venezuelan just like myself!!! his words transcend languages and cultures and his emotions are understood everywhere.

"Tu de que vas" is one of the most romantic love songs that I have heard in both English and Spanish. My wife a non-Spanish rock fan was so moved by this song that she is now a De Vita fan. A must have. Un CD muy cheverre.

I might not know much of Franco De Vita, but I know good music when I listen to it:

3) Si La Ves(w/ Sin Bandera) is a song with two of today's great latin voices.

5) To De Que Vas - is one of the greatest latin slow jams of this generation.

8) Donde esta el amor - the strings on this song stand out.

If you have a date tonight, please play this cd for a VERY good night.

I remember the first time I heard Franco... my ex girlfriend made me listen to him. I figured... hey, whatever got her in the mood, you know? But once I started listening, I really liked it! Franco actually opened me up to the whole genre! I still can't bring myself to like MANA. My ex LOVED MANA!

I can tell that Franco de Vita is an extraordinary songwriter and this cd is just a little proof of it. I have been following his carrer since 1991 and all his songs are really good. I'm part of the official fan club and I had the opportunity of being in Venezuela this year and I can tell you, is amazing!! If you love this new cd and you love Franco de Vita, you must be part of the fan club. We have branches in Venezuela, USA, Mexico, Argentina, Spain, Peru, Colombia, and many more countries. For more information, just enter in www.devitafans.com or write francodevitaoax@hotmail.com

Could not expect anything better, this artists music is all truly excellent. perfect condition used cd.

I got Franco De Vita's new cd in walmart over the weekend for 9.72 on sale and let me tell you that I love it. I had only heard 2 songs before I bought the cd so I was not expecting much but its fanstic. I aslo want to get the cd before this one because he had a hit song or 2. When I get that one I will also rate it. Thank you.