Free
Dana International · 1999
60 min · 14 tracks · pop music
A vibrant blend of Eurodance beats and emotive vocals celebrating freedom and identity in a post-disco landscape.
Top tracks — play these first
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Free — The title track encapsulates the album's core message of liberation and self-acceptance, combining energetic rhythms with uplifting lyrics that resonate deeply with listeners.
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Love Is All There Is (remix) — This remix enhances the original's message of love transcending boundaries, showcasing Dana's vocal prowess while appealing to dance music fans.
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Diva (2000 remix) — This remix updates her iconic hit from the previous year, reinforcing Dana's signature sound while introducing new elements that highlight her artistic evolution.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends energetic dance beats with personal themes, creating a memorable pop experience.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features high-energy Eurodance tracks, while the second half shifts to more introspective ballads.
- Several tracks utilize a call-and-response vocal style, enhancing the themes of empowerment and community.
- The title track 'Free' is strategically placed as the second track, setting a celebratory tone early on.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. 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
- euphoric dance anthems for celebration
- poignant lyrics about freedom
- wave-like pacing for varied moods
- uplifting vibes for social gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer slow, introspective tracks
- seek minimalistic soundscapes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1999, Free is Dana International's second studio album, following her breakthrough success with 'Diva,' which won the Eurovision Song Contest in 1998. At this point in her career, she was solidifying her status as a pop icon in Israel and beyond, navigating the intersections of music, gender identity, and LGBTQ+ representation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Kylie Minogue· Lady Gaga· Robyn
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Free
The chorus boldly proclaims a sense of freedom and individuality, breaking away from societal constraints.
This moment shifts from personal introspection to an empowering declaration that invites collective celebration among listeners.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 דרור יקרא 4:02
- 2 Free 2:56
- 3 מוכר הפרחים 3:52
- 4 Love Is All There Is (remix) 3:54
- 5 עד סוף הזמן (radio version) 3:52
- 6 La Vita È Bella (Sleaze Sisters short remix) 3:29
- 7 Glamorous (remix) 3:39
- 8 אני אוהבת (radio edit) 3:32
- 9 This Is the Night (remix) 3:52
- 10 If You Don't Love Me 3:51
- 11 Woman in Love (original mix) 3:57
- 12 Free (Matin's Anthem mix) 6:39
- 13 Diva (2000 remix) 7:11
- 14 Woman in Love (C&N single remix) 5:57
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