Top tracks — play these first
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Vai e vai e vai Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Fragile — This track encapsulates the album's emotional core with its delicate instrumentation and introspective lyrics, highlighting Mina’s vocal range and emotive delivery.
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Se — With its haunting melody and poignant lyrics, this song showcases Mina's ability to convey deep emotion while blending traditional and modern musical elements.
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Dove sarai — This track stands out for its evocative storytelling and rhythmic complexity, demonstrating the seamless integration of jazz influences into her pop sensibilities.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo exploration
- introspective moments for reflection
- vibrant rhythms for uplifting energy
- for casual gatherings
- consistent flow through tracks
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced excitement
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Marked Mina's return after a decade, reaffirming her status in Italian pop.
- Themes
- nostalgic reflections· playful instrumentation· vulnerable ballads
- Career context
- Released in 2005, Bula Bula is Mina's first studio album in over a decade, following her influential work throughout the 20th century. This album marked her return to the music scene after a hiatus, showcasing her continued evolution as an artist while embracing contemporary sounds.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Franco Battiato· Patty Pravo· Lucio Battisti
Tracklist
- 1 Vai e vai e vai Start here 4:17
- 2 Portati via 3:57
- 3 Fragile 3:41
- 4 Se 4:34
- 5 Fra mille anni 4:28
- 6 La fin des vacances 4:22
- 7 Sei o non sei 3:51
- 8 20 parole 3:11
- 9 Bell'animalone 4:10
- 10 Dove sarai 4:35
- 11 Quella briciola di più 5:14
- 12 La fretta nel vestito 7:12
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
C'est Chic
Chic
Shares a vibrant disco energy with lush arrangements and smooth vocals, for nostalgic dance vibes.
Love Deluxe
Sade
Combines jazzy instrumentation with emotional ballads, echoing Mina's blend of vulnerability and lush soundscapes.
Come Away with Me
Norah Jones
Features rich vocal delivery and a fusion of jazz and pop elements, creating a warm, intimate atmosphere.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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