Charade cover

Charade

Alice · 1996

44 min · 12 tracks · pop music

Ethereal pop melodies intertwine with introspective lyrics, creating a hauntingly beautiful soundscape.

Why this album works

'Charade' is significant for its exploration of complex emotional landscapes, leading to critical acclaim in Italy and contributing to Alice's status as a pioneering figure in the Italian pop genre. The album features tracks that resonated with listeners, solidifying her influence on contemporary artists and earning a place in the hearts of fans.
Best for
steady mid-tempo reflective moments introspective lyrics for deep thinking haunting melodies for quiet evenings
Context
By the time 'Charade' was released in 1996, Alice was already a well-established artist in the Italian pop scene, having gained fame with her previous albums. This album marked her continued evolution as a musician, showcasing her ability to blend pop sensibilities with deeper lyrical themes. Notably, it followed her successful album 'Park Hotel' and set the stage for her subsequent works.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 L’apparenza Standout 4:44
  • 2 Dammi la mano amore 3:55
  • 3 In piedi su uno specchio 4:17
  • 4 Il silenzio delle abitudini Standout 3:33
  • 5 Charade Standout 3:40
  • 6 Gli ultimi fuochi 3:19
  • 7 Non ero mai sola 4:24
  • 8 Nel resto del tempo 3:51
  • 9 Il nido del gatto 3:18
  • 10 Sotto lo stesso cielo 4:10
  • 11 Dammi la mano amore (Devogue version) 2:25
  • 12 La fronte mormora 2:25

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