Top tracks — play these first
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Fango Start here — Opening with infectious energy, this track embodies Jovanotti's signature blend of upbeat rhythms and introspective lyrics, setting the tone for the entire album.
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A te — This heartfelt ballad highlights Jovanotti's lyrical prowess, expressing deep emotions through simple yet powerful imagery that resonates universally.
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Safari — The title track captures the essence of adventure and exploration, combining rhythmic grooves with evocative lyrics that invite listeners on a journey.
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Mezzogiorno — With its dreamy melodies and reflective lyrics about life's moments, this track showcases Jovanotti's ability to weave storytelling into his music.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Safari blends diverse musical styles effectively but has some uneven pacing due to its mix of live and studio tracks.
What we noticed
- The first half of the album features upbeat tracks with strong rhythmic elements, while the second half shifts to more introspective and melodic pieces.
- Several tracks incorporate a call-and-response vocal style, enhancing the communal feel of the music.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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 celebratory listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long immersive listening experiences
- uplifting and positive vibes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Jovanotti's reputation with a successful blend of genres.
- Themes
- global rhythms· Italian summer joy· adventurous exploration
- Career context
- Released in 2008, Safari marked Jovanotti's return to the studio after the commercially successful album, Capo Horn. At this point in his career, he had established himself as a versatile artist blending hip-hop, pop, and world music influences, solidifying his place in the Italian music scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Goran Bregović· Manu Chao· Céu
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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A te
The narrator shifts from describing love in abstract terms to detailing intimate moments shared with their beloved.
This structural choice deepens emotional engagement by transitioning from broad sentiments to specific experiences that illuminate the relationship.
Tracklist
- 1 Fango Start here 4:34
- 2 Mezzogiorno 4:21
- 3 A te 4:25
- 4 Dove ho visto te 4:30
- 5 In orbita 4:33
- 6 Safari 4:25
- 7 Temporale 5:53
- 8 Come musica 3:50
- 9 Innamorato 2:38
- 10 Punto 4:10
- 11 Antidolorificomagnifico 4:26
- 12 Mani libere 2008 4:26
- 13 A te (live) 5:34
- 14 Come musica (live) 3:53
- 15 Mezzogiorno (live) 5:10
- 16 Dove ho visto te (live) 4:37
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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