Top tracks — play these first
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Sognando Start here — This opening track sets the tone with its dreamy melody and showcases Mina's emotive delivery, encapsulating the album's overall aesthetic.
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Devo dirti addio — The poignant lyrics paired with a captivating arrangement highlight Mina's ability to convey deep emotion, making it a standout ballad on the album.
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Colpa mia — With its catchy chorus and upbeat tempo, this track exemplifies Mina's versatility, blending pop sensibilities with jazz influences effectively.
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Terre lontane — This song features intricate harmonies and an expansive arrangement that elevates Mina's vocal performance, representing a high point in the album’s artistry.
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 with strong vocal performances, though it doesn't fully stand out in its genre.
What we noticed
- The album features lush orchestral arrangements that complement Mina's vocals, with strings and brass frequently weaving in and out of the mix.
- Several tracks incorporate jazz rhythms and harmonies, while others lean more towards pop balladry, creating a varied sonic landscape.
- 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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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
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
- poignant storytelling with emotional depth
- steady melodic flow throughout
- for reflective evening listening
- engaging narratives that unfold gently
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of high-energy tracks
- prefer short standalone songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Marks a strong return for Mina after a brief hiatus, showcasing her vocal prowess.
- Themes
- dreamy orchestral landscapes· longing for distant places· heartfelt balladry· Italian pop evolution
- Career context
- Released in 1976, Singolare marked Mina's return after a brief hiatus since her last studio album in 1974. At this point in her career, she was already a major figure in Italian music, known for her distinctive voice and innovative approach, solidifying her legacy within the evolving landscape of disco and pop.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Franco Battiato· Patty Pravo· Lucio Battisti
Tracklist
- 1 Sognando Start here 3:59
- 2 Devo dirti addio 4:01
- 3 Colpa mia 4:06
- 4 L'ultima volta 3:08
- 5 Terre lontane 4:33
- 6 Ancora dolcemente 5:01
- 7 Io camminerò 4:31
- 8 Triste 5:42
- 9 Cablo 3:37
- 10 Nuda 4:03
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
La voce del padrone
Franco Battiato
Shares lush orchestration and introspective lyrics, blending pop with art music influences.
Il nostro caro angelo
Lucio Battisti
Similar emotive balladry and rich arrangements, exploring themes of longing and nostalgia.
Pizzazz
Patrice Rushen
Combines jazz-inflected grooves with lush production, echoing the emotional depth of Mina's work.
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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