Blue Banisters
by Lana Del Rey
User Score
9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 4261 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3,872 out of 4261
  2. Mixed: 47 out of 4261
  3. Negative: 342 out of 4261
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  1. lanalizzygrant
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
    Songs to songs, it's her best. I really love this masterpiece and it absolutely deserves a grammy, I SAID WHAT I SAID (justice for chemtrails too)
  2. Jonathan1216
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    One of Lana’s best albums especially it has some of her best song such as Violet for roses, text book, living legend, cherry blossom, dealer, black bathing suit, If you lie Down with me , and nectar of the gods
  3. paivver
    Nov 26, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is so clean and is so personal, a masterpiece by the Queen of Alternative, Lana Del Rey!… Expand
  4. Kamil656
    Nov 27, 2021
    10
    This album is awensome. I can listen it every time . Imo the best songs is dealer living legend blue banisters and text book but i love them all
  5. Chaeson
    Nov 28, 2021
    10
    Un álbum realmente encantador, desde su primera canción se muestra la cohesión que singulariza a Lana Del Rey, teniendo letras realmente profundas, haciendo que su experiencia se convierta en arte, algo que Lana siempre hace, sin duda, uno de sus mejores trabajos.
  6. fellipeu
    Nov 30, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best song's… Expand
  7. TopTierSupreme
    Dec 3, 2021
    10
    OH MY GOD!
    This piece of the album with new and re-recorded songs is just the demolition of everything, and the roof and the wig.
    Her irreplaceable screams in "Black Bathing Suit" and "Dealer" add emotional color to the events around her. The release of the second album in one year is simply a grandiose event in the world. We are grateful to Lana for the opportunity to hear previously    OH MY GOD!
    This piece of the album with new and re-recorded songs is just the demolition of everything, and the roof and the wig.
    Her irreplaceable screams in "Black Bathing Suit" and "Dealer" add emotional color to the events around her.
    The release of the second album in one year is simply a grandiose event in the world. We are grateful to Lana for the opportunity to hear previously unreleased songs in a new breath of fresh air. Not an album, but a real hit ♥    … Expand
  8. bluel
    Dec 4, 2021
    10
    Lana's back at it with the melancholic bops. She tells a homely story in this masterpiece.
  9. corangreheathe
    Jul 23, 2022
    10
    Angelic. Angelic. Angelic. Angelic. Angelic. Angelic. Angelic. Angelic. Angelic. Angelic. Angelic. Angelic. Angelic. Angelic.
  10. venicestears
    Jan 10, 2022
    10
    Blue Banisters is a perfect alternative album for those who like to feel sad but also hopelessly crave happiness.
  11. shayanzah
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    this album represents lana’s healing, as you can see from her earlier works she would talk a lot about some very traumatic stuff, but through this album you can see her development. this is a very raw and honest album. highlights: black bathing suit, living legend, beautiful (and dealer)
  12. xsagehx
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    her best album! living legend, thunder and if you lie down with are soooo good
  13. Ejshtksvtj
    Mar 19, 2022
    10
    Its a great album. I LOVE it so much and Violeta for roses IS my favourite song. You should listen to It!
  14. bussylikecola
    Jul 21, 2022
    10
    Lana del Rey's 8th major label album "blue banisters" is quite a ride. The first few tracks are piano based and have a soft touch to them, then an up beat interlude shows up introducing the next track "black bathing suit". As I see it, it's probably the best song on the record alongside with "if you lie down with me" and "living legend". Then a weaker song pops up, "beautiful" with it'sLana del Rey's 8th major label album "blue banisters" is quite a ride. The first few tracks are piano based and have a soft touch to them, then an up beat interlude shows up introducing the next track "black bathing suit". As I see it, it's probably the best song on the record alongside with "if you lie down with me" and "living legend". Then a weaker song pops up, "beautiful" with it's cute lyrics and instrumentals but it is the least powerful track. Then the last single "wildflower wildfire" shows us what to expect for the next track run. "Cherry blossom" is an adorable song and the albums ends with "Sweet Carolina" a song about Lana's sister. Overall a great piano album.… Expand
  15. userwithmusic
    Apr 7, 2022
    10
    Do you know what? This album is not for everyone, but if you can understand it, well bravo.
    It has very interesting songs and I can not describe the feeling and vibe that it gives.
    This album needs more attention.
  16. slippery_b17ch
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    You roll like thunder when you come crashing in
    Town ain't been the same since you left with all your friends
    You roll like thunder when you come crashing in
    Regattas in the wind, that's why you're visiting
    You act like **** Mr. Brightside when you're with all your friends
    But I know what you're like when the party ends
  17. 03AOTY
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    tipo assim melhor que tudo da demi tipo assim melhor que tudo da demi tipo assim melhor que tudo da demi tipo assim melhor que tudo da demi tipo assim melhor que tudo da demi
  18. osabamask
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    not Lana’s best album imo but still great. Thunder is one of her best songs.
  19. paulll
    Oct 24, 2022
    10
    This albums is truly amazing and severely underrated. It delivers amazing songs such as "text book" and "black bathing suit"
  20. Jedforward
    Aug 1, 2023
    10
    Lana del Rey’s best album to date. Blue banisters is almost like her diary entries at the time she was recording
  21. sherlockhlms
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    This album is absolutely perfect. I love the songwriting, and as usual, Lana didn't disappoint.
  22. khanhletuan2006
    Jun 16, 2022
    10
    This album is really really chill, Lana's music always have that poetic vibe and I'm so recommend you guys to listen to it
    The best song is "If You Lie Down With Me"
  23. NicholasNiner
    Jun 22, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Omg this is so good!!! Everything from the lyrics, to the melody and the production is so honest, warm, sweet and lovely. She has done it again! Album of the year!!!… Expand
  24. itsmiguelbee
    Jul 12, 2022
    10
    a sweeping survey of her talent as an artist. it’s a deeply personal, intimate album telling the story of her childhood, family, relationships, friendships, and where she’s heading in the future. top 3 album in her discography.
  25. Abrahamn
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Totally the best album in 2022, til the start to the end. Lana del rey keeps growing in talent and production in every project that she drops.
  26. munizneto
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    I dare say that it is one of Lana's best albums, even with very low investment and promotion. magnificent work
  27. TherealTCB
    Jul 29, 2022
    10
    This is easily my favorite Lana album and one of the best albums I’ve ever heard
  28. xtinalxv
    Jul 30, 2022
    10
    this album is a masterpiece! it’s so underrated, don’t let it die for some stupid records like renaissance by beyoncé
  29. vitx
    Jul 30, 2022
    10
    A really good album! As many people were disappointed after Chemtrails, i think this one is better.
  30. sonicclous
    Jul 30, 2022
    10
    absolutely perfection! stunning album. and very nostalgic and calm! i listen to it everyday
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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 19 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 21
  3. Negative: 0 out of 21
  1. Mojo
    Nov 16, 2021
    80
    A lyrically strong album. [Jan 2022, p.82]
  2. Uncut
    Nov 16, 2021
    80
    A set of drifting piano ballads that allow her rich and profane lyrics to hit home. [Jan 2022, p.22]
  3. Under The Radar
    Nov 4, 2021
    75
    While the days of Born to Die have long since passed, Lana Del Rey is still seeking paradise, closer now than ever as she turns her search inward, seemingly recognizing that paradise is ultimately found within the best of oneself. Still, if there is indeed a physical Arcadia to be revealed, it has not emerged in its entirety on Blue Banisters. That said, its intoxicating hints are enough to keep seekers thirsty.
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