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Fleurs 3

Franco Battiato · 2002

39 min · 12 tracks · new wave · opera · pop rock

A lush tapestry of orchestrated melodies woven with introspective lyrics and Battiato's ethereal vocals.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady pacing with gradual resolution
  • introspective moments for quiet reflection
  • lush orchestrations for immersive listening
  • thoughtful melodies for evening relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy tracks
  • prefer standalone singles over albums

Where this album fits

Themes
Italian pop nostalgia· ethereal vocal landscapes· reflective love songs
Career context
Released in 2002, 'Fleurs 3' marked Franco Battiato's return to cover songs, following his experimentation with electronic music in the late 1990s. This album continued his exploration of Italian pop standards, showcasing a matured artistry after decades of innovative contributions to various genres.
Stylistic neighbors
Brian Eno· David Bowie· Roxy Music
Sounds like this from elsewhere
From Here to Eternity by Giorgio Moroder — Shares lush synth landscapes and introspective themes, merging electronic with pop melodies.
Blemish by David Sylvian — Explores similar ethereal vocal delivery and reflective, emotional lyricism in a modern context.
Hounds of Love by Kate Bush — Combines orchestral arrangements with deeply personal themes, echoing Battiato's artistic depth.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Perduto amor 3:18
  • 2 Impressioni di settembre 3:40
  • 3 Se mai 3:06
  • 4 Ritornerai 3:25
  • 5 Col tempo sai 3:34
  • 6 Insieme a te non ci sto più 3:13
  • 7 Il cielo in una stanza 3:12
  • 8 Le tue radici 3:20
  • 9 Se tu sapessi 3:17
  • 10 Sigillata con un bacio 3:20
  • 11 Come un sigillo 3:04
  • 12 Beim Schlafengehen 2:56

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