Gerardina Trovato explains the reasons for the waiver Now or never through an open letter to Marco Liorni and anticipates the imminent return to music with an unreleased song.
There Foundone of the most intense singer-songwriters of the '90s, declined at the last moment to participate in Now or neverRai talent show starting on Saturday 11 January 2025 with the third edition (here the cast).
As confirmed by the presenter, Marco Liorniat a press conference.
The news of the participation of Gerardinafor a fee, excluding expenses, of 21,000 euros, news given exclusively by Gabriel Parpigliahad fueled speculation. Now the artist herself has clarified the reasons for her decision through an open letter to Liorni.
now or never, Marco Liorni's statements
During the press conference to present the program, Mark Liorni explained:
“Gerardina Trovato was among the first people to be contacted, she accepted, then changed her mind. We worked for a long time with the authors to look for those who deserved to be re-evaluated. Unfortunately, there are those who accepted and then thought better of it.”
These words have sparked online speculation, especially regarding alleged economic reasons behind the singer-songwriter's choice.
Gerardina Trovato's response
Through an open letter, Gerardina clarified his position:
“We didn't speak directly. This has left room for interpretations and rumors that, as you well know, often stray from the truth. I'm sorry that certain unfounded rumors have already circulated, such as the one linking my possible participation exclusively to a 'large compensation'.”
The artist went on to explain:
“Your show is a talent show, and this awareness led me to reflect a lot. I understood that my person, my path and my way of experiencing art do not go well with this type of television. My music and my being an artist arise from an intimate and profound dimension, far from the dynamics that often characterize the world of talent shows.
It's not a question of respect, because I know that your work has always been characterized by sensitivity and quality. It's simply a matter of feeling in the right place, and I believe that this form of television is not the place where my authenticity can best express itself.”
In the end, Gerardina he concluded with an opening:
“If one day you want to invite me for a different meeting, more in line with who I am, it will be a real pleasure for me to share something sincere and authentic with you and the public.”
At the press conference Liorni he didn't rule that out Gerardina Found can be a guest in one of the 7 episodes of the show.
The return of Gerardina Trovato
In recent months, Gerardina has returned to the spotlight thanks to TikTok and to a social wave that has rekindled interest in his music. The singer-songwriter also dedicated herself to live performances, rediscovering direct contact with the public and marking an important artistic and personal turning point.
With the new unreleased song played by an entire orchestra, specific, coming soon, Gerardina she seems ready to write a new chapter in her career.