Mina is an Italian singer. She was well-known for the great range and agility of her soprano voice and her image as an emancipated woman. Moreover, she was a dominant figure in the Italian charts in the 1960s and 1970s. During her performances, Mina combined several modern styles with traditional Italian melody, making her the most versatile pop singer in Italian music. She dominated the Italian charts for a decade and achieved an unparalleled level of popularity in Italy. She recorded over 1000 songs, 110 albums, sold 76 million records, and placed 70 singles on the Italian hit parades.