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THE REVIEW

"The first thing to do was to make himself comfortable. And carefully weigh the words he would have to say".

Andrea Camilleri, "Il re di Girgenti", 2001

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This review of Francesco De Gregori's 'Alice non lo sa' offers a thoughtful nod to careful word choice and musical comfort. The tone is reflective, drawing on a literary quote to set the mood. The overall rating is moderate, suggesting a balanced view without strong praise or criticism.

Tracklist Lyrics Videos

02   1940 (04:16)

03   Le strade di lei (04:15)

04   Suonatori di flauto (02:08)

05   Buonanotte fratello (03:54)

06   Sono tuo (02:40)

07   I musicanti (02:07)

08   La casa di Hilde (04:40)

09   Il ragazzo (04:24)

10   Irene (02:12)

11   Marianna al bivio (03:01)

12   Saigon (03:21)

Francesco De Gregori

Francesco De Gregori (born 1951, Rome) is an Italian singer‑songwriter known for poetic, often hermetic lyrics and a distinctive vocal style. Active since the early 1970s, he has cited Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen among his influences. Key albums include Rimmel (1975), Bufalo Bill (1976) and Titanic (1982); signature songs include La donna cannone, Generale and Viva l’Italia.
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By T.V

 Alice, which will remain a symbol of his artistic youth.

 A good album with some instrumental flaws typical of the era.


By alessioIRIDE

 Put this record on and people go silent, listen as if they are weighing the words that De Gregori sings.

 It is an escape, nothing else, it is my madeleine, leading to a past never left too aside.


By Olsen Olsen

 I like to think of this album as a Linus blanket. An object you never want to part with...

 '1940' is a stunning depiction of our nation’s entry into war, seen through the eyes of a mother.


By JpLoyRow

 De Gregori's debut offers a gentle introduction to his poetic style.

 ‘Alice non lo sa’ isn't revolutionary, but it sets the tone for his later works.