Questa Domenica (This Sunday) (English Translation) – Olly

Experience the enchanting allure of Questa Domenica, a poignant pop ballad by Italian artist Olly, featured in his 2023 album Gira, Il Mondo Gira. Now presented in English, this translation unveils its heartfelt narrative to a wider audience. With lines such as “I’m a man of few words when it comes to you / But sitting still here watching you, the coffee burned,” the song beautifully illustrates the unexpected emergence of love on a rainy Sunday.

In contrast to Olly’s lively L’anima Ballerina or reflective Io Sono Fuori, Questa Domenica embodies a serene intimacy, merging the melodic richness of Italian pop with genuine emotion. The English rendition showcases the song’s universal motifs of vulnerability, connection, and love that “happens even when you don’t want it.” Ideal for those who appreciate sincere storytelling, this translation elevates Olly’s romantic tribute to an international audience. Engaging with these lyrics feels akin to snuggling with a loved one, allowing the rain outside to fade into the background.

Explore the English lyrics of Questa Domenica below and immerse yourself in his musical passion.

Song Credits

Lead Vocals: Olly
Songwriter: Olly, JVLI & Pierfrancesco Pasini
Music Producer: JVLI
Music Video Director: Giulio Rosati
Label: Epic Records & Sony Music Entertainment Italy
Release Date: August 29, 2025
Song Language: Italian
Copyright © Epic Records & Sony Music Entertainment Italy
Translation Of: Questa Domenica by Olly

Questa Domenica (This Sunday) (English Translation) – Olly

[Verse 1]
I am a man of few words when it comes to you
But sitting still here watching you, the coffee burned away
What do you care if it rains
You can stop by my place
Staying quiet listening to the sky cry

[Pre-Chorus 1]
Tell me these aren’t just strange thoughts
Tell me that from time to time you have them too
I never really expected that you’d fall in love
Now tell me you’ll stay even if it doesn’t rain anymore

[Chorus]
No, not me
I don’t know what’s going through my head
And no, not me
Until you fall asleep I won’t sleep
Because love happens even when you don’t want it
And it was from this Sunday that it happened to us
No, not me

[Verse 2]
We’ve already said everything (Everything)
We’ve already been scared (Scared)
But certain things, I swear (Swear)
I’ve never told anyone
Do you hear this noise?
What a beautiful mess (What a beautiful mess)
Two glasses of wine
I could listen to you for hours
You almost annoy me (Come here)

[Pre-Chorus 2]
Oh
Tell me these aren’t just absurd thoughts
Tell me that from time to time you love me too (You too, you too)
You who threw me into a thousand doubts
You who stayed here now that it doesn’t rain anymore

[Chorus]
No, not me
I don’t know what’s going through my head
And no, not me
Until you fall asleep I won’t sleep
Because love happens even when you don’t want it
And it was from this Sunday that it happened to us
No, not me
Oh no, not me

[Outro]
I never really expected that then I’d fall in love
And now that outside there’s sun I won’t leave anymore