Italy’s Lorenzo Jovanotti goes on ‘Safari’

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Italy’s Lorenzo Jovanotti used to dream of becoming his country’s answer to the American rap group The Beastie Boys. Jovanotti’s sound has changed over the years. His latest release is called Safari. The World’s Marco Werman has more. Download MP3

• Jovanotti’s official website
• Audio clip: Jovanotti on growing up in Vatican City
• Video: Jovanotti live in concert in Rome

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