Top tracks — play these first
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Il senso dei desideri Start here — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its haunting melody and exploration of longing, encapsulating the emotional core of Alice's artistry.
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Città chiusa — With its rich instrumentation and poignant lyrics about isolation, this track exemplifies Alice's ability to blend personal storytelling with broader social commentary.
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Volo di notte — This song stands out for its lush arrangement and evocative imagery, portraying a sense of freedom and escape that resonates throughout the album.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo melodic flow
- introspective moments of reflection
- background warmth for relaxation
- evening listening with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Significant artistic evolution with commercial success, marking a high point in her career.
- Career context
- Released in January 1986, 'Park Hotel' was Alice's fourth studio album, following her breakthrough success with 'Castle of Spades' in 1985. At this point in her career, Alice was solidifying her presence in the Italian pop scene, showcasing a mature sound that built on her previous works while exploring deeper lyrical themes.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Conoscersi
The verse shifts into a reflective tone as the narrator contemplates self-awareness amidst complex relationships.
This moment reveals a nuanced understanding of identity, contrasting vulnerability with a quest for connection, deepening the thematic richness of the song.
Tracklist
- 1 Il senso dei desideri Start here 4:12
- 2 Viali di solitudine 4:04
- 3 Conoscersi 3:16
- 4 Città chiusa 4:21
- 5 Nuvole rosse 4:00
- 6 Luci lontane 5:13
- 7 Nomadi 4:35
- 8 Volo di notte 5:04
- 9 Segni nel cielo 4:03
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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