Re matto
Marco Mengoni · 2010
14 tracks · pop music
A vibrant blend of pop melodies and introspective lyrics that captures the emotional landscape of youthful exploration.
Top tracks — play these first
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Credimi ancora Start here — As the lead single, this track showcases Mengoni's powerful vocals and emotional delivery, setting the tone for his artistic identity.
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In un giorno qualunque — This song highlights Mengoni's skillful songwriting and ability to convey deep emotion through relatable themes of everyday life.
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Man in the Mirror — Mengoni's interpretation of this iconic song allows listeners to appreciate his vocal range and stylistic flexibility, bridging generations of pop music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends pop melodies with introspective lyrics, showcasing Mengoni's vocal range but lacks strong cohesion.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks that maintain a consistent tempo, while the second half introduces slower ballads that shift the emotional tone.
- Several tracks incorporate layered harmonies and backing vocals, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the melodic richness.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- fragmented pacing for varied moods
- emotionally charged sing-along moments
- late-night reflective listening sessions
- uplifting tracks for positive energy
Maybe skip if you
- seeking cohesive album experiences
- prefer instant gratification tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Debut studio album after winning X Factor, establishing his career.
- Themes
- everyday struggles· personal resilience· emotional balladry
- Career context
- Released on February 19, 2010, Re matto is Marco Mengoni's debut studio album following his victory on the Italian talent show X Factor. This album marked his official entry into the music industry, showcasing his vocal prowess and establishing him as a significant figure in contemporary Italian pop music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tiziano Ferro· Lorenzo Fragola· Elisa
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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La guerra
The lyrics shift from personal introspection to broader social commentary on conflict and resilience.
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Credimi ancora Start here
- 2 Questa notte
- 3 Stanco
- 4 In un giorno qualunque
- 5 Fino a ieri
- 6 In viaggio verso me
- 7 La guerra
Disc 2
- 1 Dove si vola
- 2 Man in the Mirror
- 3 Psycho Killer
- 4 Insieme a te sto bene
- 5 L’amore si odia
- 6 Almeno tu nell’universo
- 7 Lontanissimo da te
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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