Disincanto
Mango · 2002
50 min · 13 tracks · folk music
Melodic folk-pop intertwines with world music rhythms, creating a rich tapestry of emotion and storytelling.
Top tracks — play these first
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Disincanto — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of disillusionment and introspection, featuring haunting melodies that linger long after listening.
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Io sono sentimentale — This song showcases Mango's signature emotive vocal style and poignant lyrics about vulnerability and love, highlighting his ability to connect deeply with listeners.
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Non è amore da ridere — With its catchy chorus and upbeat arrangement, this track contrasts the album's more somber tones while addressing complexities in romantic relationships.
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E mi basta il mare — This track stands out for its evocative imagery and serene instrumental backdrop, perfectly embodying the album's exploration of longing and connection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong melodies and emotional lyrics but lacks a fully cohesive flow across its length.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features layered instrumentation, gradually introducing vocals that weave through the melodic lines.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- warm melodies for quiet moments
- poignant reflections on love
- steady pacing for evening relaxation
- intimate listening with close friends
- melodic storytelling during solitude
Maybe skip if you
- seeking high-energy party tracks
- prefer instant gratification songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2002, Mango was transitioning into a new phase of his career, following the success of his earlier albums like 'Odissea' from 1991. 'Disincanto' marked his return after a brief hiatus, showcasing his maturation as an artist while exploring deeper themes in his lyrics and sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Fabrizio De André· Vinicio Capossela· Lucio Dalla
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Disincanto 3:45
- 2 Io sono sentimentale 4:09
- 3 La rondine 4:27
- 4 Un amore non torna 4:17
- 5 Non è amore da ridere 4:01
- 6 Fiore del mondo 3:27
- 7 Michelle 2:35
- 8 E mi basta il mare 3:56
- 9 Mi piaci accanto 3:54
- 10 Non moriremo mai 4:00
- 11 Ho consumato la notte 4:11
- 12 E mi consumo 3:53
- 13 Gli angeli non volano 3:39
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