Storia di un impiegato
Fabrizio De André · 1973
35 min · 9 tracks · traditional folk music
A poignant blend of folk melodies and theatrical storytelling, capturing the struggles of everyday life in Italy.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady narrative progression throughout
- poignant reflections on everyday struggles
- theatrical storytelling with emotional depth
- engaging lyrical themes of life
- thought-provoking moments for introspection
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced listening experiences
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Themes
- May 1968 revolution· Italian working-class struggles· psychological violence imagery
- Career context
- Released on October 2, 1973, 'Storia di un impiegato' marked a significant moment in Fabrizio De André's career as his first concept album. Following the success of his previous works, this album showcased a deeper engagement with social issues and political themes, solidifying his reputation as a voice for the marginalized.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Lucinda Williams· Nick Drake· Leonard Cohen
- Sounds like this from elsewhere
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Songs of Leonard Cohen by Leonard Cohen — Shares a poetic storytelling style with deep social and emotional themes.Diamonds & Rust by Joan Baez — Explores personal and political struggles through folk melodies and lyrical depth.Pink Moon by Nick Drake — Captures introspective storytelling and melancholic folk sound, resonating with everyday struggles.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Introduzione 1:42
- 2 Canzone del maggio 2:24
- 3 La bomba in testa 4:01
- 4 Al ballo mascherato 5:12
- 5 Sogno numero due 3:13
- 6 La canzone del padre 5:14
- 7 Il bombarolo 4:20
- 8 Verranno a chiederti del nostro amore 4:19
- 9 Nella mia ora di libertà 5:09
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