Profities cover

Profities

Despina Vandi · 1999

69 min · 16 tracks · pop music

Euphoric pop melodies intertwine with traditional laïko elements, creating an infectious danceable sound that defines late '90s Greek music.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Προφητείες Start here — This title track exemplifies Vandi's ability to fuse traditional sounds with contemporary beats, encapsulating the album's thematic exploration of fate and longing.
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    Φύσα αγέρι — The upbeat tempo and catchy chorus make this track a standout, reflecting the carefree spirit of summer while maintaining emotional depth through its lyrics.
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    Χωρίς εσένα — This song showcases Vandi's vocal range and emotional delivery, making it a poignant moment on the album that resonates with themes of love and loss.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic journey throughout
  • heartfelt rhythms for celebration
  • for social gatherings
  • engaging storytelling in each track
  • uplifting energy for road trips

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer instant gratification tracks
  • seek minimalistic soundscapes

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Breakthrough — Established Vandi as a leading pop figure in Greece, achieving commercial success.
Career context
When 'Profities' was released in January 1999, Despina Vandi was transitioning from her early career into a mainstream pop sensation in Greece. This album followed her previous work, 'Esena Perimeno', and marked a significant step in solidifying her presence in the laïko genre, showcasing her vocal prowess and artistic versatility.
Stylistic neighbors
Anna Vissi· Eleni Foureira· Dimitris Basis

Tracklist

  • 1 Άκρως τολμηρό Start here 3:35
  • 2 Προφητείες 4:27
  • 3 Το κοριτσάκι σου 4:09
  • 4 Κλείνομαι 4:55
  • 5 Φύσα αγέρι 4:39
  • 6 Γιατρικό 4:14
  • 7 Παράτα με 4:09
  • 8 Α πα πα 3:11
  • 9 Στα 'δωσα όλα 5:26
  • 10 Ρωτάω ποια 4:19
  • 11 Ετερώνυμα 4:04
  • 12 Χωρίς εσένα 4:44
  • 13 Ξενοδοχείο 4:02
  • 14 Διακοπτάκι 4:08
  • 15 Σπάνια 4:39
  • 16 Ούτε ένα ευχαριστώ 5:06

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