Nicola Di Bari

Nicola Di Bari is an emblematic figure of Italian romantic music, known as “the last romantic” for his unmistakable style and his ability to thrill several generations. Winner of the main Italian festivals and with an international projection that led him to triumph in Spain and Latin America, his legacy lives on thanks to the universality of his lyrics and the warmth of his voice. His career, marked by authenticity and sentiment, positions him as one of the most loved and respected artists in Italian-language popular music.

Artistic Profile: Nicola Di Bari

Artistic Style

Nicola Di Bari is an Italian singer-songwriter renowned for his romantic and melodic style, with a soft and emotional voice that has marked Italian popular music. Their songs usually address themes such as love, nostalgia, emigration and attachment to the homeland, merging romantic ballads with elements of traditional Italian song. His repertoire includes both intimate ballads and more moving songs, and he has recorded in several languages, especially in Spanish and Italian.

Biographical Summary

Nicola Di Bari, whose real name is Michele Scommegna, was born on September 29, 1940 in Zapponeta, Apulia, Italy. Coming from a humble family, he moved to Milan in search of opportunities, working in various professions before starting his musical career. His recording debut was in 1963, but success came to him starting in 1970 with “La Prima Cosa Bella”, reaching definitive success when he won the Sanremo Music Festival in 1971 and 1972. He represented Italy in Eurovision in 1972 and became an idol in Latin America during the 70s and 80s, recording in Spanish and touring extensively. His hits include “Il Cuore è Uno Zingaro”, “Wanderer”, “Guitar sounds lower”, “My heart is a gypsy” and “Rosa”.