Ermal Meta is an Italian-Albanian singer-songwriter and musician known for his work in contemporary Italian pop and pop-rock. Born in Albania and raised in Italy, he emerged in the Italian music scene in the 2000s, initially as a member of bands before establishing a solo career from the 2010s onward. Meta's music combines melodic pop structures with rock instrumentation and introspective, narrative lyrics, often focusing on personal and social themes; his songwriting is noted for its directness and emphasis on melody and storytelling. Active primarily in Italy, he has participated in major national festivals and mainstream media, contributing both as a performer and as a composer for other artists.