Top tracks — play these first
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Questa donna insopportabile Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Io non sono lei — This track features poignant lyrics exploring identity and self-perception, resonating deeply with listeners while showcasing Mina’s emotive vocal delivery.
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Perdimi — An emotional ballad that highlights Mina’s rich vocal texture, this song reflects themes of loss and longing, making it a standout moment on the album.
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Oui c'est la vie — This upbeat track combines playful lyrics with infectious melodies, exemplifying the album’s celebratory spirit and Mina's versatility as an artist.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends jazz and pop effectively, with strong vocal arrangements and rhythmic diversity.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of syncopated rhythms across multiple tracks, creating a danceable groove.
- Mina's vocals are layered with harmonies that often echo or respond to the lead line, adding depth to the arrangements.
- 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
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
- steady mid-tempo groove experience
- nostalgic vibes for reflective moments
- for evening gatherings
- engaging sing-alongs with friends
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced listening sessions
- seek intense emotional highs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Released after a hiatus, it showcases Mina's continued innovation and relevance.
- Themes
- Italian pop nostalgia· disco-infused longing· modern jazz exploration
- Career context
- Released in 2014, Selfie marked Mina's return to the music scene after a four-year hiatus following her album Facile. At this point in her career, she was already a celebrated figure in Italian music, known for her eclectic style and powerful voice. Selfie showcases her artistic evolution while reaffirming her status as a beloved icon in the industry.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Franco Battiato· Patty Pravo· Lucio Battisti
Tracklist
- 1 Questa donna insopportabile Start here 5:11
- 2 Io non sono lei 3:39
- 3 La sola ballerina che tu avrai 3:50
- 4 Il pelo nell'uovo 4:00
- 5 Alla fermata 4:15
- 6 Perdimi 4:44
- 7 Il giocattolo 4:16
- 8 Mai visti due 4:17
- 9 Troppa luce 3:50
- 10 La palla è rotonda 2:54
- 11 Oui c'est la vie 4:30
- 12 Aspettando l'alba 4:32
- 13 Fine 4:26
If this landed
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Ultraviolence
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Explores themes of nostalgia and longing through rich, atmospheric production and emotive vocals.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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