ARTPOP
by Lady Gaga
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8.0

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  1. Sandersdion27
    Nov 11, 2013
    0
    This is not even close to as good as her last album, all I hear is noise and autotune, the girl just does not have it anymore and that is sad since her last album was pretty good
  2. NavGaga
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Lady Gaga Is first a great person..She tries all genres of music..She has proven it with the difference genres of music with her Albums..She is a great writer and As someone to criticise her..I should know first she is lady gaga..Whatever she does..we should expect it to be different and yes, ARTPOP is kinda different in a very GOOD way.. I gave the album 10/10 cause it was beyond what ILady Gaga Is first a great person..She tries all genres of music..She has proven it with the difference genres of music with her Albums..She is a great writer and As someone to criticise her..I should know first she is lady gaga..Whatever she does..we should expect it to be different and yes, ARTPOP is kinda different in a very GOOD way.. I gave the album 10/10 cause it was beyond what I expect and she is here to prove that without the theatrics she is still a great performer and singer. Love Ling Gaga and have a fruitful career..ARTPOP is a good album. All the songs are Good..well worn and executed. We can see the flow of the album and it takes us to The ART and POP world … Expand
  3. Baumeister
    Nov 11, 2013
    9
    So far this year, ARTPOP serves to be one of the best pop albums. Even the sounds are somehow similar to The Fame, and even BTW, they are full of fun and you can't deny that most of them are so catchy and will stock in your ear for some times.
    They are waste track, such as Jewels N' Drug, even the album title track, Artpop.
    Most of the people say they found hard to understand where's    So far this year, ARTPOP serves to be one of the best pop albums. Even the sounds are somehow similar to The Fame, and even BTW, they are full of fun and you can't deny that most of them are so catchy and will stock in your ear for some times.
    They are waste track, such as Jewels N' Drug, even the album title track, Artpop.

    Most of the people say they found hard to understand where's the 'art' in the album. But, every music, whatever it is, is an art. You don't put words such as, 'Picasso', 'Warhol', etc. for your music to embodies art. Maybe, Gaga is trying to sell the 'art' in how she present her music, from some intro in the song, the album cover, sculpture made by Koons, even the mural in presenting the track list.
    Sometimes, Gaga is over the top with her artistic side, but you'll always be pleased with her performance with whatever she's done. This album is one of the proof. This less than The Fame Monster, but somehow beat Born This Way.
    If you're a pop fan, you'll be happy and satisfied with this album. Artpop has more ups than down.
    Artpop is massive in terms of sounds, lyrics and production.    … Expand
  4. iloveit123
    Nov 11, 2013
    5
    Very mixed opinions on it... though I admire her creativity, the production sounds flat, almost like there are levels left out. And I don't like that she has to sing so dramatic on almost every track. Yes, it was cool when she did it on 'Bad Romance', but she doesn't always have to resort to it so much. She is a beautiful singer, she doesn't need to resort to tricks. And I really don't getVery mixed opinions on it... though I admire her creativity, the production sounds flat, almost like there are levels left out. And I don't like that she has to sing so dramatic on almost every track. Yes, it was cool when she did it on 'Bad Romance', but she doesn't always have to resort to it so much. She is a beautiful singer, she doesn't need to resort to tricks. And I really don't get why it is called 'Artpop'. However, with that said, still some surprises/complexity I like, 'Sex Dreams' rules, but a lot of the tracks are not my fave.… Expand
  5. doc2be
    Nov 11, 2013
    3
    This album is terrible. I have all the previous albums AND went to both concerts and have to express my sincere apologies to the credit card for purchasing this contrite and terribly noisy album. Putting the word 'art' in the title doesn't mean you can take the world for granted. There are 3 (hence 3/10) okay songs but even those are very average and lacking much depth. Poor gaga isThis album is terrible. I have all the previous albums AND went to both concerts and have to express my sincere apologies to the credit card for purchasing this contrite and terribly noisy album. Putting the word 'art' in the title doesn't mean you can take the world for granted. There are 3 (hence 3/10) okay songs but even those are very average and lacking much depth. Poor gaga is struggling under the weight of her own fame and ego...has to wear Versace and confesses she is a drug head...have pity on her...the main themes of the album.… Expand
  6. robertosalmon
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Gaga knows how make different music in every album that her create. ARTPOP its simple different to others singers' music. Gaga is visionary, Gaga is from other galaxy.
  7. Gews
    Nov 11, 2013
    0
    The good songs are outweighed by the bad and the lyrics are badly written and mostly meaningless attempts at the avant-garde. This is her worst album; Gaga has been going downhill since The Fame Monster.
  8. Willisben32
    Nov 11, 2013
    0
    I loved born this way but sorry Gaga this album is just junk. Gaga looks more like reality TV then a singer and I think reality TV is killing real music.
  9. marcmyworks
    Nov 11, 2013
    7
    ARTPOP is not at all a worthless album, but unfortunately due to its hype will more than likely disappoint and ostracize Gaga’s Little Monsters as it lacks enough originality or even weirdness to be interesting.
  10. PoLucy
    Nov 11, 2013
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. IS THE WORST ALBUM I HEAR IN MY LIFE!!, The lyrics and the chorus is very repetitive, is disgusting for all the gay people!! Lady Gaga needs re conciliate whit Madonna, because her album is horrible, Do not buy this album, and if you love Lady Gaga, please, goint to see in the concerts and BUY her tickets. The album is bad, but if her tour is a flop RIP Lady Gaga.… Expand
  11. wfjasknefuhjkm
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    This album is one of Gaga's best work to date. It deserves a much higher score than it has. It is light years better than anything her contemporaries have put out. Gaga continues pushing the boundaries of pop music with yet another album. Album highlights: Gypsy, G.U.Y, Sexxx Dreams, Do What U Want and Swine. This album is a solid 10 out of 10.
  12. sebastianglz
    Nov 11, 2013
    7
    Lady Gaga knew how to made a comeback. This album is amazing! but not as amazing as The Fame Monster, but is better than last Lady Gaga's studio album "Born This Way". With songs like "Jewels N' Drugs" and "Do What U Want" we all know she's not just a mainstream pop artist who's selling his music just for charts. With Applause lyrics "to crash the critic saying, is it right or is itLady Gaga knew how to made a comeback. This album is amazing! but not as amazing as The Fame Monster, but is better than last Lady Gaga's studio album "Born This Way". With songs like "Jewels N' Drugs" and "Do What U Want" we all know she's not just a mainstream pop artist who's selling his music just for charts. With Applause lyrics "to crash the critic saying, is it right or is it wrong", she let us know she doesn't care about mainstream critics, she's doing what she enjoys, make her fans happy, and she knew how to do that. With producers like David Guetta and will.i.am we expected more from "Fashion!" (actually the worst song), but after that we have "Dope" and "Gypsy" (actually the best songs from the album). We all know all the negative user reviews are from Madonna, Katy Perry and Christina Aguilera fans who are mad just because the album, but, as I said first: Lady Gaga doesn't care, all she care about is her fans and her music.… Expand
  13. pandaking07
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Why ARTPOP is the album we need but dont deserve.
    When I first heard this album I was immediately blown away. I was worried when I heard Venus thinking "Come on Gaga, you can do better than that" even though the chorus was brilliant. Upon first listen a few tracks immediately caught my attention, G.U.Y., MANiCURE, Sexxx Dreams, Do What You Want, Aura, and Donatella. Personally, those are    Why ARTPOP is the album we need but dont deserve.
    When I first heard this album I was immediately blown away. I was worried when I heard Venus thinking "Come on Gaga, you can do better than that" even though the chorus was brilliant. Upon first listen a few tracks immediately caught my attention, G.U.Y., MANiCURE, Sexxx Dreams, Do What You Want, Aura, and Donatella. Personally, those are some of the highlights off the album and sure to be hit singles on the radio. The amount of work that was put into this album by Gaga, DJWS, Zedd and every other major collaborator is evident. Yes, the album isn't perfect, but what album is? We put Gaga on such a high pedestal and expect her to blow us away with EVERYTHING. It isn't going to happen, for her to come up with an album that has 9-10 strong tracks 3 decent songs and just a couple weak ones is an accomplishment many artists won't be able to dream of. This album brings pop forward again, she has us talking, singing and dancing. We don't deserve this album, its the best that has been released in 2013 by far. There is so much talent out there that doesn't hit it's potential, at times that is Gaga, but this album proves she is here to stay and "slay" the pop music world. Gaga revolutionized the pop industry... again.    … Expand
  14. trevchambers
    Nov 11, 2013
    0
    SO MANY THINGS wrong with this album. It's way too bloated and I had a bit of a headache towards the end. Dope is incredibly disappointing. Could have been really good if it weren't for the "I love you more than dope" line. horrible.

    Easily explained she was a corporate, manufactured pop product from the beginning. The early years only look decent because all the right people    SO MANY THINGS wrong with this album. It's way too bloated and I had a bit of a headache towards the end. Dope is incredibly disappointing. Could have been really good if it weren't for the "I love you more than dope" line. horrible.

    Easily explained she was a corporate, manufactured pop product from the beginning. The early years only look decent because all the right people (LaurieAnne Gibson, Troy Carter, etc.) were pulling her strings. Now that everyone has jumped ship, and she's on her own, she's being revealed for the utter crap she ALWAYS was.

    "ArtPop" Gaga herself is really just the prime example of how utterly dead our culture is.

    Bought out and sold by corporations... easily fooled with stupid costumes and crazy antics... devoid of any soul, meaning, perspective... re-hash and cheapen the past and sell it to those who don't know any better... BUT marketed to us as "ART" or "I struggled, I'm the real deal", etc... And far too many have been dumbed down to actually buy into it.

    Sad statement on our state of culture...esp. when the actual 'real deal' is still wiping the floor with all of them 30+ years on but people have been brain-washed to dismiss her because she's "old"    … Expand
  15. NonConformist
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    I'm giving this album a perfect 10. Not because I'm a huge fan but because this album renders me so euphoric and ecstatic when I blast it on my surround sound speakers. It took two and a half years for Gaga to produce a follow up to Born This Way. She took her time, but made sure that every single detail was accounted for. Over 100 songs were written for this album and she managed toI'm giving this album a perfect 10. Not because I'm a huge fan but because this album renders me so euphoric and ecstatic when I blast it on my surround sound speakers. It took two and a half years for Gaga to produce a follow up to Born This Way. She took her time, but made sure that every single detail was accounted for. Over 100 songs were written for this album and she managed to narrow it down to 15. She also mentioned that ARTPOP would be a lyrical departure from Born This Way in the sense that it wouldn't be a mature, but carefree rather. Every song tells its own story and is burning with passion. THESE SONGS WILL MAKE YOU WANT TO DANCE. THEY WILL MAKE YOU WANT TO SING ALONG. THEY ARE ALL INCREDIBLE IN THEIR OWN WAY. ARTPOP is one of those few albums that you wound up playing 3 times completely without stopping. If you have the luxury of professional headphones, you will also notice that the song sounds completely different with them (in a good way of course).

    What really shocks me about the reviews that this album has gotten is the fact that critics say that she lacks creativity, the sounds are dull and that her lyrics are pure There is no other album where an artist will use the roman pantheon as a metaphor for sex as in "Venus" or fuse dubstep with trap and screamo to discuss the negative influences of superior authorities as in "Swine". There is much that is fresh with this album and she is not trying hard just to be different and "avant garde". She is simply making great music that should be greatly appreciated. In addition, she actually writes her own lyrics, something that is a rarity nowadays. The song "Gypsy" is my favorite off the album and just listening to it makes you want to cry for how beautiful it is.

    In the end, ARTPOP dethrones every album that has been released this year. You should definitely listen to this musical ecstasy.    … Expand
  16. krustykuku
    Nov 11, 2013
    0
    By far her worst album to date, sounds just like her "Born this way" album, no artistic growth or creativity and don't get me started on the basic pre- school lyrics and the over produced vocals. Simply the worst album of the Millennium, I want my money back.
  17. matiignacio
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Simple, directo, buenas letras, excelentes ritmos y sobretodo una capacidad para reinventarse sorprendente y no verse influenciada por sus anteriores trabajos.
    "Do What U Want", "Gypsy", "ARTPOP", "G.U.Y", "MANiCURE" grandiosamente buenas.
    Lady Gaga no decepciona en lo absoluto.
  18. RobertHoaglan
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    I am not normally a Lady Gaga fan, being a fan of other pop girls such as Rihanna and Katy Perry, but Gaga's new album ARTPOP packed the biggest punch of any pop/mainstream album released this year. Songs such as G.U.Y., Do What U Want ft. R. Kelly, ARTPOP, and Gypsy are instant smashes and have amazing production, exemplifying what Gaga's album is all about-a combination of theI am not normally a Lady Gaga fan, being a fan of other pop girls such as Rihanna and Katy Perry, but Gaga's new album ARTPOP packed the biggest punch of any pop/mainstream album released this year. Songs such as G.U.Y., Do What U Want ft. R. Kelly, ARTPOP, and Gypsy are instant smashes and have amazing production, exemplifying what Gaga's album is all about-a combination of the catchiness, relatability, and overall fun of pop music without being so overt in its pop character, thus owing to the Art side, seen especially in songs like Swine, Applause, and Sexxx Dreams. The album in my opinion has no fillers per se, minus the upset that is Jewels and Drugs. I encourage you all to support an artist who has put a large amount of thought in every precise detail on this album, a quality that lacks so much in today's music. The music industry is declining, without a doubt, but it's gems like ARTPOP that make me think that music has no end and keeps moving forward. "We could belong together, ARTPOP."… Expand
  19. jinnymarina
    Nov 11, 2013
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I cannot feel art，just full of hype, grandstanding，I am sick of that.ArtPop is a recycled garbage, from a person, who need to be mainstream all the time. I'm sad for that behavior from Gaga but if you listen to the album there is a few good songs on that… Expand
  20. rayjay92
    Nov 11, 2013
    9
    While the album is not revolutionary, it is a high quality electronic album that provides unique dance rhythms and great production work. Album standouts include: G.U.Y., Gypsy, Mary Jane Holland, Swine. Gaga showcases her wide range of voices on the album, ranging from the David Bowie-esque Applause to the high squeals of Swine. Some tracks sound incomplete or out of place, but it is a solid LP.
  21. Arycelle
    Nov 11, 2013
    0
    A 90 min electropop song, this album is worthless I can't even stand it, all the songs sound exactly the same outside from Gypsy wich is the only decent stuff there, if this is really Lady Gaga best work then it sucks HARD.
  22. Carlos1
    Nov 11, 2013
    0
    I'm so disappointed. This album is disjointed with atrocious lyrics and the same style and production of her previous records, most notably the Born This Way album. The songs sound messy and unfinished, her "operatic" style vocals are cringeworthy and it's just too much of nothing. I'm not sure what has happened to Gaga but whatever it is, I hope she takes a step back and stops takingI'm so disappointed. This album is disjointed with atrocious lyrics and the same style and production of her previous records, most notably the Born This Way album. The songs sound messy and unfinished, her "operatic" style vocals are cringeworthy and it's just too much of nothing. I'm not sure what has happened to Gaga but whatever it is, I hope she takes a step back and stops taking herself so seriously that it clouds her artistic judgement with embarrassing songs like Venus and Swine. North a big fan of Applause and that turned out to be the best song on the album and that is really quite shocking when she mentioned this would be the album "of the Millenium." That, it is not. Maybe not even the album of the week. Can't even get through the whole thing...… Expand
  23. Iwontell
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Despite all the haters, despite BTW not doing very well on the charts, despite all this stupid competition ppl created around charts, with ARTPOP Lady Gaga proves that talent and hard work overcome anything. It's not a perfect álbum, but the flaws are minimal compared to the incredible hooks and compelling beats. I'd actually give it an 8.5, but just to balance out comments made out ofDespite all the haters, despite BTW not doing very well on the charts, despite all this stupid competition ppl created around charts, with ARTPOP Lady Gaga proves that talent and hard work overcome anything. It's not a perfect álbum, but the flaws are minimal compared to the incredible hooks and compelling beats. I'd actually give it an 8.5, but just to balance out comments made out of pure hatred and prejudice, I'm giving it a 10.… Expand
  24. OracleLurker
    Nov 11, 2013
    8
    It was slightly exhausting listening to it the first time. But overall it's a great pop album. I would almost say it's Gaga on steroids so if she's outdone herself in any way with this album its probably in polarizing those who listen to it. Something she does better than just about anyone on the planet.

    My thoughts on some of the tracks - Dope I feel like she falls a little flat    It was slightly exhausting listening to it the first time. But overall it's a great pop album. I would almost say it's Gaga on steroids so if she's outdone herself in any way with this album its probably in polarizing those who listen to it. Something she does better than just about anyone on the planet.

    My thoughts on some of the tracks -

    Dope I feel like she falls a little flat with these ballads. I think there just isn't enough vulnerability coming through in her vocals. Not my insight, I read it from one of the newspaper reviewers that was generally favorable towards the album but I think they're dead on. She doesn't seem to be able to pull off vulnerability on these ballads for whatever reason. When she tries it's just a little overdone.

    Fashion! This is the most underrated cut on the album for me. I didn't expect to enjoy this one just based on title but it really stood out to me on second listen. The vocal hooks are compelling and there is nothing labored about any part of it in my view. From the glittering piano intro through to the dreamlike verse and outro I feel like this is one of the few tracks that works on every level, albeit "reductively" from Madonna's standpoint. But for me, it's good enough to transcend that. Perhaps she should work with David Guetta more often.

    Gypsy This falls into the Edge of Glory mold for me. Just in terms of the tempo and the springsteen like vocals in places. I'm kind of amazed many of the critics consider this and Dope to be highlights of the album. I just don't find either that memorable.

    Applause Just a great song that captures the essence of her sound. Is it as good as Just Dance? No. Does that make it a complete and utter failure? That strikes me as a little unfair in that the song really does stands on it's own. And I would not have said that about, say, Judas which
    sounded to me like a lesser, uninspired version of Bad Romance.

    Aura Here is a song that had me asking what the F* is wrong with her until the chorus. But what a lovely chorus it is. I also think the the lyrics come off better when they are not taken literally as if every word refers specifically to Gaga's personal situation and they have no meaning beyond that. I found it kind of amusing when critics pounced on the idea of her appropriating the burqa when the whole thrust of the song is to challenge the very notion that it should be off limits. If she is moved by the burqa ("It's not a statement as much as just a move of passion") and while acknowledging she was not raised as part of the culture ("I may not walk on your street or shoot a gun on your soil") she can still relate on an emotional, human level to those who are part of it and wants to understand that perspective ("I hear you screaming is it because of pleasure or toil?"). Is it too much to read into this verse a challenge to cultural relativism? Maybe. But i think there is sometimes more to her lyrics then the critics can be bothered to understand before they start sharpening their knives. Or maybe I am just reading too much into things because all she does is write about herself. Narcissist.

    Am I giving her points just based on the fact that is sounds like she is actually the creative force behind her own album and not a committee of songwriters producing what amount to a prepackaged mix tape? Yes.

    I find an ambitious, challenging and yes imperfect album which is largely the work of one individual (or musical partnership) to be more interesting and inspiring than a prepacked singles mix written by the same mercenaries that wrote many of the hit songs for britney, n-synch, the backstreet boys, kelly clarkson... you get the idea. Gaga, Adele, Sara Bareilles and Ellie Goulding, to me these are some of the current pop stars that have released albums that they alone could have made. If a review is ultimately a review of the artist, not just the record, then i'm not sure how this just gets set aside as irrelevant. Yet
    the professional "reviewers" show little interest in reviewing the extent to which albums have been manufactured as factory products for mass consumption.    … Expand
  25. MusicLuver
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Amazing album. Very happy to have fun Gaga back. She is carefree and fearless. Very happy to see preachy religious Gaga gone. The highs of the album are Gypsy, G.U.Y. ARTPOP, Applause. Lows are Donatella, Jewels & Drugs.
  26. RafaelKdias
    Nov 11, 2013
    0
    This album contains no music contains noise, for speakers that will revoluncionar pop, this is truly ridiculous, an album completely despicable and without any support. I would take a minor note but I can not!
  27. imna
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    As Lady gaga described it ARTPOP is the album of the "Infinite". It surely is. ARTPOP brings art and pop in a way like never before. The album is written and co-produced by lady gaga unlike many artist who has dozen of different producers in one track.The album ranges from genres to genres and as she said it is truly the album of the Infinite.Lady Gaga proves once again that she is one ofAs Lady gaga described it ARTPOP is the album of the "Infinite". It surely is. ARTPOP brings art and pop in a way like never before. The album is written and co-produced by lady gaga unlike many artist who has dozen of different producers in one track.The album ranges from genres to genres and as she said it is truly the album of the Infinite.Lady Gaga proves once again that she is one of the biggest players in the world of pop music. Excellent work.… Expand
  28. SamukGomes
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Lady Gaga never disappoints when we're talking about albums. The Fame Monster and Born This Way were obscure and amazing. ARTPOP is a dance record, but there's still a soul of magic, that makes we feel crazy and cry at the same time.
    Great job, Gaga.

    Highlights: Gypsy & Sexxx Dreams.
  29. Joshypiner
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    The biggest Pop Blockbuster of 2013 delivers on ALL platforms on a Space Funk trip around the cosmos...and the mind! and the body...this ARTPOP means anything and means everything...Bravo Lady gaga!
  30. BigHeart
    Nov 11, 2013
    10
    Lady GaGa is back with her brand new studio album 'ARTPOP'.

    The collection of tracks kicks off in style with the unique 'Aura', combining Middle Eastern melodies with some attitude-laced vocals and a chorus like no other. Controversial, perhaps, but one heck of a song. 'Venus' and 'G.U.Y.' follow unique and exciting tracks with great production value, and while they may not strike    Lady GaGa is back with her brand new studio album 'ARTPOP'.

    The collection of tracks kicks off in style with the unique 'Aura', combining Middle Eastern melodies with some attitude-laced vocals and a chorus like no other. Controversial, perhaps, but one heck of a song.

    'Venus' and 'G.U.Y.' follow unique and exciting tracks with great production value, and while they may not strike the right chords immediately, a few listens and they'll be growing on you at a rapid pace.

    One of her best songs to date 'Sexxx Dreams' comes next, and without too much of a heavy bassline or overproduction it manages to impress on a completely new level.

    Her versatility is shown on 'Jewels N' Drugs' probably not everybody's cup of tea, but the proof (if she ever needed it) that she isn't just a one trick pop pony.

    'MANiCURE' is the best of the album rock-based with pop vibes and perfect guitar solos that'd sound great in the clubs. This needs to get the single treatment from Gaga and her team it'd be such a waste to see it ignored.

    What can be said about 'Do What U Want', other than it's the perfect hit back at critics who slate her for trying her damn hardest at everything she puts her hands to? The R Kelly addition is a welcome one, and should keep the mouths shut of those who opposed his feature on the album before even hearing his verse.

    The title track is absolutely stunning, with banshee-like calls on the backing track that really add to the eerie yet laid-back feel of the tune.

    Personal track 'Swine' is another that has the ability to set the nightclub scene alight, with some fantastic EDM and distorted vocals that do well to resemble the animal itself.

    An alter-ego is used throughout 'Donatella' or so we'd hope as Gaga sings about being a "rich b**ch" on yet another fabulously produced track.

    Similarly, 'Mary Jane Holland' states "I am rich as p**s", but it doesn't take away from the greatness of the rest of the tune.

    'Fashion!' and 'Dope' are personally my choices for weakest of the album, but that isn't to say they're completely awful. Every song here has something to offer.

    'Gypsy' dazzles, exploring the notion of travelling the world and being a popstar, having to make each and every country you visit your home.

    Ending on the under-appreciated 'Applause', the album does indeed get a raucous hand from me.

    EDM-infused smashes come time and time again she's really hit the nail on the head with what she was trying to achieve.

    The album is well a work of art. It runs in perfect order, as if it were made as the soundtrack to a musical with only a few blemishes that Gaga manages to powder up and gloss over without too much effort.

    A stellar contender for the album of 2013 Gaga's got away from preaching and is working hard on getting us to 'Just Dance'. Bravo.    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 21 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. Q Magazine
    Jan 7, 2014
    60
    The melodies here are fine, they do a job, but nothing backs up Gag's Warholian rhetoric or scales the barmy heights of Bad Romance. [Jan 2014, p.116]
  2. New Musical Express (NME)
    Nov 26, 2013
    60
    While it’s stronger than the messy ‘Born This Way’, Artpop feels little more culture-quaking than a good collection of fun, silly, well-crafted pop songs.
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  3. Fact Magazine (UK)
    Nov 22, 2013
    50
    This is two albums in a row now that were basically a bit boring, and she needs to sort it out soonish please.
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