Attendees of Italy’s biggest musical event, the Sanremo Music Festival, were in for a surprise when Pope Francis made an unexpected virtual appearance.

Speaking from his residence at Casa Santa Marta, the Pope delivered a moving message about the profound power of music to unite people and foster peace.

His remarks, broadcast at the Teatro Ariston, emphasized the beauty of music and its role in bridging divides across cultures and nations.

Music as a Universal Language of Peace

In his video message, Pope Francis highlighted music’s unique ability to communicate beyond words. “Music is beauty, music is an instrument of peace.

It is a language that all peoples speak in different ways, reaching everyone’s heart,” he expressed.

The pontiff’s words resonated with the festival’s audience, reinforcing the idea that melodies and harmonies can serve as a global force for unity.

A Plea for the Children Affected by War

Shifting his focus, Pope Francis spoke about the harsh realities faced by children caught in global conflicts.

“Many children cannot sing life — they weep and suffer because of the many injustices in the world, because of many wars, because of conflict situations,” he lamented.

The Pope didn’t hold back in his condemnation of war, stating, “Wars destroy children.

Let us never forget that war is always a defeat.”

The Power of Music to Build a Better World

As he concluded his address, Pope Francis reflected on the deeper impact of music beyond entertainment.

“Music can help people live together, opening hearts to harmony and the joy of being together, with a common language of understanding that commits us to building a more just and fraternal world,” he said.

His words served as a reminder that music isn’t just about melodies and lyrics—it’s a force that can inspire change and solidarity.

A Historic Milestone for Sanremo

This year’s Sanremo Music Festival marks its 75th anniversary, continuing a rich tradition of celebrating Italian music and culture.

Since its inception in 1951, the festival has been a stage for some of Italy’s most iconic musical moments.

Pope Francis’ unexpected participation added a profound and memorable touch to this milestone edition, leaving festivalgoers with a message that will likely echo beyond the event itself.

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