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Ora

Jovanotti · 2011

60 min · 15 tracks · funk

A vibrant fusion of pop and hip-hop, infused with world music rhythms and heartfelt lyrical explorations.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Megamix Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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    La bella vita — This track embodies the album's optimistic spirit with its infectious melody and uplifting lyrics about embracing life and joy amidst adversity.
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    Il più grande spettacolo dopo il Big Bang — With its energetic beats and celebratory theme, this song highlights Jovanotti's unique ability to blend pop with philosophical musings about existence and wonder.
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    Tutto l'amore che ho — A heartfelt ballad that showcases Jovanotti's lyrical depth, expressing profound love and longing through rich imagery and emotional resonance.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

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

58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

Ora showcases vibrant genre blending and strong production, though its pacing dips in the latter half.

What we noticed

  • The album opens with a megamix that blends multiple tracks into a continuous flow, setting an energetic tone.
  • Several tracks feature layered vocal harmonies and call-and-response patterns, enhancing the interactive feel of the music.
  • The last three tracks slow down significantly, creating a reflective atmosphere that contrasts with the earlier upbeat songs.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

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

  • vibrant danceable energy
  • reflective moments of joy
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • steady rhythmic grooves

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Established Jovanotti's status as a leading artist in Italy with commercial success.
Themes
Italian summer vibes· celebration of life· world music fusion
Career context
Released in 2011, Ora is Jovanotti's tenth studio album, following his commercially successful record Safari from 2008. At this point in his career, Jovanotti had established himself as a leading figure in Italian pop, blending genres and reaching wider audiences beyond Italy.
Stylistic neighbors
Goran Bregović· Manu Chao· Céu

Tracklist

  • 1 Megamix Start here 3:29
  • 2 Tutto l'amore che ho 3:40
  • 3 Le tasche piene di sassi 3:34
  • 4 Amami 3:27
  • 5 Ora 4:01
  • 6 Il più grande spettacolo dopo il Big Bang 3:51
  • 7 L'elemento umano 5:14
  • 8 La bella vita 5:07
  • 9 Battiti di ali di farfalla 4:00
  • 10 Io danzo 4:33
  • 11 La notte dei desideri 3:27
  • 12 Quando sarò vecchio 4:48
  • 13 Un'illusione 3:12
  • 14 La porta è aperta 3:43
  • 15 Rosso d'emozione 4:34

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