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Ghosts (How Can I Move On)

Elisa · 2022

7 min · 2 tracks · pop music

A haunting blend of ethereal vocals and ambient instrumentation that explores the complexities of moving on from loss.

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    Ghosts (How Can I Move On) — The title track encapsulates the album's central theme, weaving together poignant lyrics with a haunting melody that lingers long after listening.
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    Ghosts (How Can I Move On) — This iteration of the title track features a slightly different arrangement that highlights Elisa's vocal range, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

51 /100
Foothills
Higher than 34% of albums we've rated

Elisa's single blends ethereal vocals with ambient sounds, creating a cohesive yet emotionally resonant piece.

What we noticed

  • The single features a layered vocal arrangement, with Elisa's voice harmonizing with itself to create an ethereal effect.
  • The instrumentation is predominantly ambient, using synth pads and soft percussion that build a haunting atmosphere throughout the track.
  • The song structure follows a verse-chorus format but incorporates a bridge that emphasizes the emotional weight of the lyrics.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

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.

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality in her established sound and resonates with listeners.
Themes
Italian pop nostalgia· loss and longing
Career context
When Elisa released Ghosts (How Can I Move On) in November 2022, she was already an established figure in Italian pop music, having gained prominence since her debut in the late '90s. This album marked her return to the spotlight after a series of successful projects and collaborations, showcasing her growth as an artist and her ability to engage with deeply personal themes.
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Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ghosts (How Can I Move On) 3:37
  • 2 Ghosts (How Can I Move On) 3:37

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2016

Continues the ethereal sound with deeper emotional exploration.
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2018

Sets a reflective tone that leads into the themes of loss in Ghosts.
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