Released 10 years ago
Il mestiere della vita
Tiziano Ferro · 2016
46 min · 13 tracks · contemporary R&B
A vibrant blend of Latin pop and contemporary R&B, infused with heartfelt lyrics and rich melodic textures.
Top tracks — play these first
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Epic Start here — accessible entry with immediate hook
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Il mestiere della vita — The title track encapsulates the album's themes of self-discovery and personal growth, blending intricate melodies with reflective lyrics that resonate deeply with listeners.
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Il conforto — Featuring a collaboration with another prominent artist, this track stands out for its emotional delivery and exploration of support amidst life's challenges.
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Potremmo ritornare — This song highlights Ferro's signature vocal style and lyrical storytelling, as it navigates themes of love and reconciliation with a compelling arrangement.
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 production but has a conventional structure that limits its long-term appeal.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album maintains a consistent mid-tempo pace, while the second half introduces more varied tempos and dynamics.
- Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies that create a rich texture, particularly in the choruses.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- 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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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
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
- steady mid-tempo engagement
- heartfelt lyrics for reflection
- vibrant rhythms for uplifting mood
- consistent flow throughout listening
- for daily commutes
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Shows continued vitality and commercial success in Ferro's later career.
- Themes
- Italian pop evolution· emotional support· self-discovery journey
- Career context
- Released on December 2, 2016, Il mestiere della vita marked Tiziano Ferro's sixth studio album, following his successful 2015 album, Il mestiere della vita. At this point in his career, Ferro was solidifying his status as a leading figure in Italian pop music, expanding his sound while maintaining the emotional depth that characterized his earlier work.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Eros Ramazzotti· Marco Mengoni· Alejandro Sanz
Tracklist
- 1 Epic Start here 2:55
- 2 "Solo" è solo una parola 3:41
- 3 Il mestiere della vita 3:18
- 4 Valore assoluto 3:47
- 5 Il conforto 3:56
- 6 Lento/veloce 3:19
- 7 Troppe bene (per stare male) 3:57
- 8 My Steelo 3:39
- 9 Potremmo ritornare 3:29
- 10 Ora perdona 3:41
- 11 Casa è vuota 3:29
- 12 La tua vita intera 3:27
- 13 Quasi quasi 3:44
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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