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The official music video , directed by , reinforces the song’s themes of passion and summer abandonment—inviting listeners to "let go" without worrying about the ending. The visual narrative centers on the vibrancy of the dance floor, mirroring the song's mission to keep the energy high regardless of external circumstances.

While the track quickly scaled the Italian charts and achieved within weeks of its release, it wasn't without its detractors.

: A Sonic Escape by Boomdabash and Annalisa The release of "Tropicana" in June 2022 signaled more than just another entry into the competitive Italian summer hit landscape. It represented a sophisticated fusion of Salento reggae-pop and contemporary dance-pop , anchored by a production that manages to be both nostalgic and forward-thinking. The Soul of the Song

: Conversely, some critics felt the lyrics leaned toward "meaningless phrases" and that Annalisa’s vocal prowess was underutilized in such a carefree format. Visual Identity

: Many critics, like Giulia Ciavarelli of TV Sorrisi e Canzoni , lauded it as the perfect summer soundtrack for its "captivating dance sounds".

At its core, "Tropicana" is built on a "sweet and bitter" ( dolce amara ) dance that thrives even when the literal or metaphorical storm ( temporale ) arrives.

: This marked the first collaboration between Boomdabash and Annalisa. The group praised Annalisa’s ability to provide a "caressing but stinging" vocal tone that adds a "pearl" of elegance to their high-energy sound.