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Parentesi

Giorgia · 2022

3 min · 1 track · contemporary R&B

A soulful exploration of vulnerability, blending contemporary R&B with jazz-inflected melodies and intimate lyrical storytelling.

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    Parentesi — The title track encapsulates the album's theme of introspection and emotional complexity, featuring rich arrangements that highlight Giorgia's vocal range.

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

The single showcases strong vocals and emotional depth but lacks a broader impact.

What we noticed

  • The track features a slow tempo with a steady groove, allowing the vocal lines to take center stage.
  • Giorgia employs layered harmonies in the chorus, enhancing the emotional weight of the lyrics.
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 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 — Marks a significant return after five years, reaffirming her status in music.
Themes
intimate reflections· emotional depth· Italian soul legacy
Career context
Released on January 14, 2022, Parentesi is Giorgia's first album in five years following her acclaimed work, Oronero. This album marks a significant return for the artist as she re-establishes herself in the contemporary music scene, showcasing her evolution since her earlier hits in the late '90s.
Stylistic neighbors
Erykah Badu· Jill Scott· Lianne La Havas
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Tracklist

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  • 1 Parentesi 3:33

What to play next

Oronero
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Oronero

2016

Continues the soulful themes with rich R&B and emotional depth.
Senza paura
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Senza paura

2013

Sets the stage with similar introspective lyrical storytelling.
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contemporary R&B jazz soul

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