Colpa delle favole
Ultimo · 2019
46 min · 13 tracks
Emotional ballads intertwine with poetic lyricism, creating an intimate exploration of love and personal struggles.
Top tracks — play these first
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I tuoi particolari — This track stands out for its heartfelt storytelling and emotional delivery, representing Ultimo's signature blend of vulnerability and romantic longing.
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Quando fuori piove — The song captures a moment of introspection, where the melancholic melody perfectly complements the lyrics about life's uncertainties and emotional weathering.
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Amati sempre — In this uplifting anthem, Ultimo encourages self-love and resilience, making it a powerful message within the album that resonates widely with listeners.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively blends emotional ballads with poetic lyrics, creating a cohesive listening experience.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features a slow build, layering strings and piano before introducing the vocals.
- Many tracks utilize a verse-chorus structure, with emotional crescendos that emphasize the lyrical themes of love and struggle.
- The final track features a gradual fade-out, leaving the listener with an unresolved feeling that echoes the album's themes.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- heartfelt reflections on relationships
- poignant storytelling through lyrics
- warm melodies for introspection
- gentle pacing for emotional release
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on January 1, 2019, 'Colpa delle favole' is Ultimo's second studio album, following his debut 'Pianeti' from 2018. This release solidified his position as a prominent voice in contemporary Italian pop music, showcasing his growth as a songwriter and performer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gazzelle· Francesco Gabbani· Måneskin
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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I tuoi particolari
A pivotal verse reflects on personal memories tied to the beloved, shifting between past experiences and present emotions without losing depth.
The seamless transition between time frames enhances the nostalgic atmosphere, allowing listeners to feel both the weight of remembrance and the warmth of love.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Colpa delle favole 3:04
- 2 I tuoi particolari 3:39
- 3 Quando fuori piove 3:41
- 4 Ipocondria 3:01
- 5 Fateme cantà 4:11
- 6 Rondini al guinzaglio 4:00
- 7 Amati sempre 4:04
- 8 Quella casa che avevamo in mente 3:24
- 9 Piccola stella 3:52
- 10 Aperitivo grezzo 3:23
- 11 Fermo 2:40
- 12 Il tuo nome (Comunque vada con te) 3:01
- 13 La stazione dei ricordi 4:10
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