Riccardo Fogli

Riccardo Fogli was very popular in the USSR. For many, he has become a symbol of the Italian stage. Even now, listeners of the older generation recognize Malinconia and other hits performed by Fogli by the first chords, after which they indulge in nostalgic memories of the distant 80s.

Folly's difficulties are no stranger to. In the biography of the star, there was a place for a half-starved post-war childhood, and hard work in a factory, and a winding road to fame. The inhabitants of Pondetera, where Riccardo's life began, had no time for music and art. To survive, you had to work hard and hard.

Riccardo's ancestors cultivated the fertile Tuscan lands. But the position of the peasants in the 20th century in certain Italian regions became unbearable. Many left their homes. Life was better in the city. However, the children of former peasants, including the future pop star, from adolescence worked in factories and factories on an equal basis with adults.

At the age of 14, Fogli was already working in a motorcycle manufacturer. Worked hard. By the age of 16, he was known as a savvy and experienced locksmith. Friends prophesied to the young man a brilliant career at the factory, and his mother dreamed that her son would receive a higher education. Riccardo, meanwhile, was learning the basics of playing the guitar.

Lyric songs to the sounds of a stringed instrument attracted the young Tuscan much more than the hum of factory units. Riccardo patiently saved up for a guitar, then took singing lessons. Fogli was by no means alone in his musical dreams. The songs of the Liverpool Four have already penetrated the hearts of young Italians. Every second dreamed of becoming a musician. But only a few possessed the tenacity, purposefulness of Foley.

At first, Riccardo sang for friends and family. Mother, being by nature very musical, supported her son's endeavors. However, people around him perceived Fogli's musical activities as something temporary, frivolous. Parents were surprised a lot when Riccardo began to earn money by playing the guitar.

Riccardo performed in nightlife venues, of which there are many on the Tuscan coast. Then he left for the capital, where he played in one or another ensemble. For some time he played with Pooh, a group founded in the mid-60s. Fogli turned 26 when he decided that the further path would go alone. He said goodbye to friends and began a solo career. Already in 1973, an album of a young Italian was released, who subsequently won the hearts of millions of fans with his heartfelt voice and bright appearance.

In the early 80s, Folli gave recitals and wrote music. Musical preferences are influenced by the Beatles. But the legendary rock 'n' rollers performed exclusively author's songs. By the way, he will remain loyal to the British group for life. Even after becoming a famous musician, in an interview he will recall the years of teenage Beatlemania with nostalgia.

Folly's mother reacted uneasily to the fact that her son became a star. However, with Riccardo, she once took the floor: he will certainly get a higher education. Folli kept his promise. Many years later, becoming a 50-year-old gray-haired imposing man, whose photo was adorned with the covers of glossy magazines, he received a diploma. This document has nothing to do with pop art. Fogli is an accountant by education.

The first five years were spent on finding their own path. The Italian scene was fiercely competitive. Fogli's first albums did not stand out against the colorful background of the Italian stage. In the late 70s, Riccardo became a good, but little-known performer, whose performances were not distinguished by originality, and the songs were not remembered. But Riccardo did not stop. He continued to sing, gaining skill and experience.

The recognition of the European public did not come immediately. First, they had to conquer their compatriots. It is impossible to overcome the path to fame alone, even with rare vocal abilities. Fortunately, Riccardo met Giancarlo Lucariello. This man acted as a producer, eventually became his associate.

When a talented composer appeared on the creative path of the Italian performer, the whole country recognized Fogli's name: from Sicily to Tuscany. The song to the music he composed became a hit. The words Che ne sai belong to Riccardo Fogli.

Fogli took his place on the stage thanks to work and perseverance. But it would hardly have been possible to win in San Remo without the participation of an experienced producer and a talented composer. For the first time on Soviet television, the performance of the Italian singer was broadcast in 1981. By that time, at home, Fogli had already enjoyed the favor of the audience and even won a significant competition.

In Sanremo, the singer sang Storie Di Tutti I Giorni. The very stay on the Sanremov stage by novice performers was perceived as a great happiness. Folli won, and every Italian now knew the words of his song by heart. The singer has long been associated with the famous "Everyday Stories".

After a brilliant performance, they learned about the Italian performer in Switzerland, Germany, Poland. It was then, in the early 80s, that philosophical motives appeared in his work.

Disappointment in life, a feeling of loneliness, undying hope - all this was present in the touching songs of Folya. However, they were also loved by those who did not understand a word in Italian. The album "Collection", which included Compagnia and other hits, sold well even in Japan.

A year after his triumphant victory in San Remo, Folli participated in Eurovision. Despite the love of European music lovers, he took 11th place. In the mid-80s, he first visited the country where the most devoted fans were waiting for him - the USSR.

Western performers were not favored here. An exception was made for Italians, citizens of the state with which the country managed to establish warm relations. This is one of the reasons why the records of Fogli and his compatriots in the USSR were sold out in a matter of days.

In San Remo, the singer performed later. The last time was in 1990. But he managed to win only in the early 80s. Further, he invariably took 4th place.

In 1971, Fogli married Viola Valentino, a pop singer with whom he had previously recorded a single. The stellar marriage proved to be extremely strong. It existed for over 20 years. Then the Italian performer lived in a civil marriage with Staffania Brassi.

In 1993, a son was born who, according to his father, grew up as a dreamer and romantic, but is not interested in music. Folli and Brassi parted ways in 2005. Five years later, the singer married a woman half her age. His chosen one was the spectacular brunette Karin. In 2012, the 65-year-old singer became a father again. The daughter was named Marie.

Folli returned to Pooh in 2015. All this time, for more than forty years, the singer maintained friendly relations with the band members. In 2016, the Reunion tour was held, dedicated to the 50th anniversary of the musical group. Now the Italian singer tours little in Europe, but he is also loved in Russian-speaking countries.

Folly performs with pleasure in the cities of Russia. Although the harsh climate is difficult for a native of Tuscany, which he once admitted to a Samara journalist during his winter tour. Fogli almost never shoots videos. Fans of the 80s star are content with live recordings.

In 2017, an album was released, recorded with Robie Facchinetti. The joint performances with Pooh have come to an end, as the singer announced on December 31. At the same time, Fogli told reporters about the release of the book of memoirs.

1973 - Ciao amore, come stai 1978 - Io ti porto via 1979 - Che ne sai 1981 - Campione 1982 - Compagnia 1984 - Torna a sorridere 1988 - Amore di guerra 1990 - Sentirsi uniti 1992 - Teatrino meccanico 1997 - Greatest Hits 2005 - Ci saranno giorni migliori

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