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Raf - Film, born Raffaele Riefoli in 1959 in Margherita di Savoia, Italy, is a vital figure in Italian pop rock, soft rock, new wave, early Italo disco, and jazz fusion. With a career spanning several decades, Raf has crafted a distinctive sound that blends melodic storytelling with infectious hooks. He is best known for co-writing the Sanremo-winning song Si può dare di più (1987) and for enduring hits like Self Control and Infinito. This page provides a concise biography, highlights from his discography, and details on the 2025 Self Control 40th Anniversary Tour, including show dates across major Italian cities.

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Quick Facts About Raf - Film

Born Raffaele Riefoli in 1959 (Margherita di Savoia, Italy).
Genres include pop rock, soft rock, new wave, early Italo disco, and jazz fusion.
Studio albums (most recent first): Sono io (2015); Numeri (2011); Metamorfosi (2008); Passeggeri distratti (2006); Ouch (2004); Iperbole (2001); La Prova (1998); Manifesto (1995); Cannibali (1993); Sogni è tutto quello che c'è (1991); Cosa resterà degli anni '80 (1989); Svegliarsi un anno fa (1988); Self Control (1987); Raf (1984).
Top singles (most recent first with peaks): Come una favola (2015) Italy #42; Show Me the Way to Heaven (Raf vs. F-Clef) (2014) Italy #35; Le ragioni del cuore (2012) Italy #49; Un'emozione inaspettata (2011) Italy #28; Ossigeno (2008) Italy #12; Infinito (2001) Italy #1; Stai con me (1994) Italy #20; Il battito animale (1993) Italy #4; Self Control (1984) Italy #1.
Major awards: co-writer of Si può dare di più, winner of Sanremo 1987; Raf’s songs have been prominent in Festivalbar (e.g., Ti pretendo, 1989).
2025 tour: Self Control 40th Anniversary – Tour Teatre, with shows starting May 23, 2025 in Milan and additional dates in Naples, Florence, Torino, Bologna, Padova, Brescia, Roma, Napoli, and Bari through late 2025.

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Raf - Film Discography

Sono io
2015 · Universal Music Italy
Numeri
2011 · Columbia (Sony Music)
Metamorfosi
2008 · Columbia (Sony BMG)
Passeggeri distratti
2006 · Columbia (Sony BMG)
Ouch
2004 · Columbia (Sony BMG)
Iperbole
2001 · East West (Warner)
La Prova
1998 · East West (Warner)
Manifesto
1995 · East West (Warner)
Cannibali
1993 · East West (Warner)
Sogni è tutto quello che c'è
1991 · Warner
Cosa resterà degli anni '80
1989 · Warner
Svegliarsi un anno fa
1988 · Warner
Self Control
1987 · Carrere
Raf
1984 · Carrere

The hits

Top Raf - Film Songs

Come una favola
2015 · Italy #42
Show Me the Way to Heaven (Raf vs. F-Clef)
2014 · Italy #35
Le ragioni del cuore
2012 · Italy #49
Un'emozione inaspettata
2011 · Italy #28
Ossigeno
2008 · Italy #12
Infinito
2001 · Italy #1
Stai con me
1994 · Italy #20
Il battito animale
1993 · Italy #4
Self Control
1984 · Italy #1

Biography

Raf, born Raffaele Riefoli on February 16, 1959, in Margherita di Savoia, Italy, emerged as a pivotal voice in Italian pop and electronic-flavored sounds of the 1980s and beyond. His musical journey blends pop rock, soft rock, new wave, early Italo disco, and jazz fusion, reflecting a versatile artist who evolves while staying true to melodic sensibilities. Raf’s songwriting prowess helped shape Italy’s festival culture, including his co-writing of the Sanremo Festival anthem Si può dare di più in 1987, which solidified his stature in Italian pop history. His enduring appeal comes from memorable melodies, clever arrangements, and a knack for collaborating with other Italian music talents. Raf’s catalog features both timeless ballads and upbeat tracks that continue to resonate with fans across generations.

Discography Highlights

Sono io (2015) – Latest studio work featuring modern production while keeping Raf’s melodic core.
Numeri (2011)
Metamorfosi (2008)
Passeggeri distratti (2006)
Ouch (2004)
Iperbole (2001)
La Prova (1998)
Manifesto (1995)
Cannibali (1993)
Sogni è tutto quello che c'è (1991)
Cosa resterà degli anni '80 (1989)
Svegliarsi un anno fa (1988)
Self Control (1987)
Raf (1984)

Top Singles

Self Control – Italy #1 (1984)
Il battito animale – Italy #4 (1993)
Stai con me – Italy #20 (1994)
Ossigeno – Italy #12 (2008)
Infinito – Italy #1 (2001)
Un'emozione inaspettata – Italy #28 (2011)
Le ragioni del cuore – Italy #49 (2012)
Show Me the Way to Heaven (Raf vs. F-Clef) – Italy #35 (2014)
Come una favola – Italy #42 (2015)

Awards and Legacy

Raf is widely recognized for co-writing Si può dare di più, the Sanremo Festival winner in 1987. His songs have been a staple at Festivalbar, with enduring importance in Italian pop culture. Raf’s influence persists through ongoing performances and a loyal fan base that spans generations.

Upcoming Tour: Self Control 40th Anniversary

In 2025, Raf celebrates the 40th anniversary of Self Control with the Self Control 40th Anniversary Tour. The tour kicks off in Milan on May 23, 2025, with additional stops across Naples, Florence, Torino, Bologna, Padova, Brescia, Roma, Napoli, and Bari through late 2025. It’s a focused, city-by-city experience spotlighting Raf’s iconic catalog and renewed performances of fan favorites from across his career.

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