L'amore è femmina (song)

"L'amore è femmina" (English: "Love is a Woman") is a song by Italian singer Nina Zilli. It was released as a single in 2012 and served as Italy's entry for the Eurovision Song Contest 2012, held in Baku, Azerbaijan.

The song is primarily sung in Italian, with some sections performed in English. Musically, it blends elements of jazz, soul, and swing, characteristic of Zilli's signature style. Lyrically, "L'amore è femmina" explores the complexities and deceptive nature of love, personifying it as a woman. The lyrics suggest love can be both alluring and painful, capable of offering great joy but also inflicting heartbreak.

The song was originally titled "Per Sempre," but after Zilli was selected to represent Italy at Eurovision, it was reworked and renamed "L'amore è femmina." This revised version was performed at the Eurovision Song Contest. While not considered a major contender, the song achieved a respectable placing in the competition.

Following its Eurovision appearance, "L'amore è femmina" became a successful single in Italy, contributing to Zilli's continued recognition and popularity. The song is also the title track of her second studio album, released in the same year. The album further solidified her standing within the Italian music scene and beyond.