The magic of Christmas lights up with a new version of the Christmas classic Santa Tell Meperformed by the voices of Micaela And Davide Papasidero. This song, an international success by Ariana Grandewas chosen as the official theme song for the two special episodes of “Love Game, the game of love – Christmas Edition”, broadcast on Rai 2 on 27 December 2024 and 3 January 2025 in the late evening.
The cover of Santa Tell Me is out on all major streaming platforms. Initially born as an intimate project, in 2021, and shared on social media almost for fun, this version boasts an arrangement signed by Nicco Verrienti (producer for artists of the caliber of Emma, Noemi and Antonello Venditti).
David Papasidero boasts two finals in his CV Sanremo area (2006 and 2008, the contest was called then Sanremo Lab), the investments in X Factor Italy And X Factor UKthe victory at Castrocaro Festival in 2013, the role of ad wall judge All Together Now as well as a song written for Valerio Scanu.
In recent years he has established himself as a vocal coach and has over 180,000 followers on TikTok.
Micaela he made his debut at 14 years old in I'll leave you a song on Rai 1 and then participate, at just 17 years old, in the Sanremo Festival among the New proposals with the song Fire and ash (second place).
Over the years he has released the EP Fire and ash with Warner Musicwas the official voice of Casa Italia Atleticasang songs written by Kekko Silvestre of the Fashionparticipated in The Voice of Italy and conducted the program Food Singer, music is served on Gambero Rosso Channel.
Santa Tell me, the cover
Micaela he says he is enthusiastic about this new adventure:
“I'm really happy that our version of 'Santa Tell Me' was chosen as the opening and closing theme of the Rai 2 program 'Love Game'.
Working with Davide was a pleasure: our artistic harmony made this project truly special. We hope that the song accompanies the couples protagonists of the program in the discovery of true love!”
Also Davide Papasidero shares his enthusiasm for the project:
“When we recorded the cover, I never imagined that it would become the theme song for such a special program. We wanted to give it an intimate and nostalgic touch, respecting the magic of Ariana Grande. It's a joy to know that our version will accompany the emotions of 'Love Game – Christmas Edition'.”
The two special episodes of “Love Game, the game of love – Christmas Edition” will celebrate love and the Christmas spirit with exciting stories, game strategies and twists. Led by Alice Brivio, Claudio Guerrini And Reyson Grumellithe competitors will experience unforgettable moments.
The program, created by Thomas Martinelli, Louis Miliucci And Sacha Lunaticsdirected by Cyrus Tomaiuoliis created in collaboration with Imagine The Stars and promises to bring into the homes of Italians all the serenity and warmth that only Christmas can offer.
