Top tracks — play these first
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Non smetto di aspettarti Start here — Opening the album, this track sets a tone of longing and anticipation that runs throughout the record, showcasing Mina's powerful vocal delivery and emotional range.
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Amami e basta — This song stands out for its poignant simplicity and captivating melody, encapsulating the essence of unconditional love through both lyrics and Mina's heartfelt performance.
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Il cuore si sbaglia — With its rich orchestration and introspective lyrics, this track highlights Mina's artistry in exploring themes of love and heartache with a mature perspective.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album showcases strong songwriting and cohesive orchestration, making it engaging but not.
What we noticed
- The album features lush orchestral arrangements that dominate the soundscape, with vocals layered intricately throughout.
- Each track maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, allowing for a smooth flow from one song to the next without abrupt shifts.
- The lyrics focus on themes of love and longing, with each song telling a distinct yet interconnected story.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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
- steady pacing for reflective moments
- consistent emotional journey throughout
- for romantic evenings
- intimate listening with close friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced, upbeat tracks
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Acclaimed for its production and lyrical maturity, marking a high point in her career.
- Themes
- Italian romance· jazz-infused nostalgia· heartfelt longing
- Career context
- By the release of Gassa d'amante in November 2024, Mina was at a pivotal moment in her career, having already established herself as one of Italy's premier vocalists since the early 1960s. This album followed her previous work, which saw a creative shift towards more contemporary sounds while retaining her signature emotional depth.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Franco Battiato· Patty Pravo· Lucio Battisti
Tracklist
- 1 Non smetto di aspettarti Start here 5:19
- 2 Dispersa 4:32
- 3 Per dirti t’amo 3:33
- 4 Amami e basta 3:15
- 5 Senza farmi male 5:27
- 6 Il cuore si sbaglia 4:43
- 7 È così che funziona 3:25
- 8 Buttalo via 4:07
- 9 L’amore vero 3:53
- 10 Non ti lascerò 4:17
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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