What does Maeba sound like?

A vibrant fusion of jazz and pop, laced with emotional depth and a touch of nostalgia. Rooted in jazz and rock & roll. Start with "Volevo scriverti da tanto".

Is Maeba a good place to start with Mina?

Yes, Maeba is recommended as a starting point for new Mina listeners. A vibrant fusion of jazz and pop, laced with emotional depth and a touch of nostalgia. Released in 2018, Maeba marks Mina's return to the studio after a four-year hiatus since her album Selfie. At this time, Mina was already an established icon in Italian music, known for her versatile vocal style and eclectic repertoire. This album reflects her continued evolution as an artist while embracing contemporary influences.

Maeba works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, long, immersive listening sessions and layered, dense sonic textures.

Maeba

Mina · 2018

13 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of jazz and pop, laced with emotional depth and a touch of nostalgia.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Volevo scriverti da tanto Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Il mio amore disperato — This track highlights Mina's powerful vocal delivery paired with poignant lyrics about unfulfilled love, encapsulating the album's emotional core.
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Ti meriti l'inferno — With its upbeat tempo and catchy melody, this song contrasts with darker lyrical themes, showcasing Mina's ability to balance lightness with depth.
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'A minestrina — This playful track exemplifies Mina's unique blend of humor and warmth, illustrating her storytelling prowess through vivid imagery.
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Heartbreak Hotel — Mina's rendition of this classic infuses it with a fresh perspective, emphasizing her interpretative skill and connection to the original material.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

60 /100

Treeline

Higher than 66% of albums we've rated

The album blends jazz and pop with skilled arrangements but lacks a strong thematic unity.

What we noticed

The album opens with a slow ballad that gradually introduces more upbeat tracks, creating a dynamic shift in energy.
The last three tracks include a notable drop in tempo, allowing for a reflective conclusion to the album.

Composition 25% of the score: 7/10
Craft 20% of the score: 8/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 7/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

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

dynamic emotional journeys
long, immersive listening sessions
layered, dense sonic textures
atmospheric background focus

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Marks a strong return after hiatus, showcasing continued vitality and relevance.
Themes: Italian cultural icon· disco-infused nostalgia· emotive heartbreak
Career context: Released in 2018, Maeba marks Mina's return to the studio after a four-year hiatus since her album Selfie. At this time, Mina was already an established icon in Italian music, known for her versatile vocal style and eclectic repertoire. This album reflects her continued evolution as an artist while embracing contemporary influences.
Stylistic neighbors: Franco Battiato· Patty Pravo· Lucio Battisti