Cape God
by Allie X
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8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 184 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 167 out of 184
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 184
  3. Negative: 12 out of 184
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  1. rebella
    Jan 26, 2022
    10
    This is Allie's best album so far. I loved everything about it. The production and the lyrics are literally from another world.
  2. JEMR
    Oct 29, 2021
    7
    It's something completely different from what we have already heard from X, fresher, cool but feels raw sometimes. Still a nice journey to go through in a time of quietness.
  3. ommm222
    May 15, 2021
    10
    literally this album is a work of art and was totally undervalued, and neither the awards nor the critical media know how to value this type of work. An album full of beautiful melodies, voices, lyrics, thanks to our Allie X for giving us an excellent and impeccable job on each album or EP.
  4. MichelleChimbet
    Jan 27, 2021
    7
    Lush production all around however some songs aren't fully satisfying. Best songs include Sarah Come Home, June Gloom and Susie Save Your Love, where Allie's choice in production perfectly sync up with really nice melody making
  5. vitortfv
    Dec 5, 2020
    7
    Fresh Laundry - 7/10
    Devil I Know - 8/10
    Regulars - 7,5/10
    Sarah Come Home - 7/10
    Rings a Bell - 6,5/10
    June Gloom - 7/10
    Love Me Wrong - 8/10
    Super Duper Party People - 7,5/10
    Susie Save Your Love - 6,5/10
    Life of the Party - 6/10
    Madame X - 7/10
    Learning in Public - 7,5/10
  6. William_perez
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    No puedo com tanto arte, todas las canciones son unicas. Amo el hecho de sentirme feliz al escucharlo. ❣️
  7. Masterheart
    Sep 1, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum de Allie X, definitivamente es Cape God. La letra y producción de Fresa Laundry y Susie Save Your Love son las mejores de todos los proyectos anteriores de la cantante, siendo este el mejor álbum independiente de este año junto a Sawayama
  8. oscar_is_dadi
    Aug 31, 2020
    10
    This album shows off Allie X's talented vocals and lyricism. The album is cohesive and has a dark, yet energetic tone to a lot of this. With highs like Love Me Wrong and Rings a Bell. The album is her best work yet.
  9. adamdavids
    Jul 17, 2020
    5
    Cape God is generally bland and uninteresting, but the project certainly has its highs and lows. One of these highs is the opener Fresh Laundry, where the monotone sounds and longful lyrics remind me of the opener of Kanye's 808s (but with slightly better singing). However, the hauntingly personal vibe quickly leaves us - with the second track Devil I Know being a chill bop with someCape God is generally bland and uninteresting, but the project certainly has its highs and lows. One of these highs is the opener Fresh Laundry, where the monotone sounds and longful lyrics remind me of the opener of Kanye's 808s (but with slightly better singing). However, the hauntingly personal vibe quickly leaves us - with the second track Devil I Know being a chill bop with some dreamy vocals. I would enjoy it more if it had a bit more of a bite to it, but it's an alright song. Regulars continues this vibe; it's nothing special and feels like it's just filling a gap. The album finds my attention again with Rings A Bell, which is catchy, has a nice bassline and just makes me smile. June Gloom is an aforementioned low, as it sounds kind of childish and the lyrics could be written by anyone. Love Me Wrong is a ballad with Troye Sivan, but it's a bit of a let down because the lyrics just aren't emotional enough to justify the dramatic instrumental. Super Duper Party People could have been a great song in the hands of someone else, but the lyrics turn it into a song for 'I'm not like other girls' american high-schoolers and ruins it completely. Susie Save Your Love is one of the better songs here, with some nice electric guitar in the chorus and a Mitski feature that goes well. The lyrics are average, but it sounds pleasant on the ears. Life Of The Party stands out in the track-list for not being bland, but instead just irritating to listen to. The repetition in the post-chorus goes on for too long and ruins the song. Madame X is meant to be about the effects of heroin, and the lyrics kind of portray the feeling - but the instrumental is nowhere near as powerful or inventive for the subject matter. Finally, the album ends with Learning In Public which is one of the more personal songs here, but again it just sounds generic and uninspired. Of the 12 tracks here, the good ones are balanced out by the (in equal parts) bad ones, and half of it is uninteresting and uninspired.… Expand
  10. Jorge_e
    May 29, 2020
    10
    Um álbum espetacular que mostra a evolução musical e a versatilidade criativa da Allie X.
  11. Gqpis12
    Apr 24, 2020
    9
    Such a great album . I'm so impressed by her music . Love me wrong , june gloom and madame X steal the show for me
  12. typoirier
    Apr 22, 2020
    8
    Cape God has a haunting beauty to it. Allie X creates a vivid story of eccentricity and internal battle. Every time I listen to it I like it a little more. While we saw Allie X experiment with character building and concept albums with Super Sunset, Cape God shows even further development.
  13. cjo521
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    I signed up for Metacritic specifically so I could review this album. This is album is honestly the definition of perfect pop. There are bops, bangers, depression bops, depression bangers, all of the above. Honestly speechless. Thank you miss Allie X for enlightening us, I needed it
  14. soundmate
    Mar 17, 2020
    8
    I was tired of listening to main pop artists so I decided to look for something fresh to add to my playlist. I suddenly saw that Australian singer Troye Sivan had collaborated with a female singer whose existence I was somehow ignoring. That's how I came against Allie X and how this project blew my mind.
    "Cape God" is the first project I hear from her and it is fabulous. The album has a    I was tired of listening to main pop artists so I decided to look for something fresh to add to my playlist. I suddenly saw that Australian singer Troye Sivan had collaborated with a female singer whose existence I was somehow ignoring. That's how I came against Allie X and how this project blew my mind.
    "Cape God" is the first project I hear from her and it is fabulous. The album has a cinematographic atmosphere that reminds me of the sound Lana del Rey had back in the day or Fleurie's; that's a compliment, tho. Even though I enjoy a lot this kind of sound, the album sounds a little bit monotonous to me. I don't know, maybe I need to listen to it once again. What I've enjoyed the most has been the lyrics. Allie's messages are smart and relatable and its production is exquisite. To sum up, I have enjoyed "Cape God" very much since it presents us a strong empowered woman who is not afraid to innovate and expose herself who is able to make a record filled with crying-dancy tracks. It that a thing? Well, now it is. I am grateful to have discovered this young and fresh promise of indie-pop-alternative music. I am looking forward to hearing what she has to offer us. I will definitely recommend it to all my friends!    … Expand
  15. antymosphere
    Feb 29, 2020
    7
    segue uma linha tênue entre composição e produção, é sombrio e divertido.
  16. metaknight346
    Feb 29, 2020
    7
    I think some of y'all giving 10/10 need to come down to Earth a bit. There are quality pop songs on here. "Love Me Wrong" is an absolute 10/10 because of how hauntingly beautiful it is. I wish Allie showed more of her range like that throughout the whole album. This could have been her "Titanic Rising" (Weyes Blood) but some of the tracks here are not as in-depth that everybody is hypingI think some of y'all giving 10/10 need to come down to Earth a bit. There are quality pop songs on here. "Love Me Wrong" is an absolute 10/10 because of how hauntingly beautiful it is. I wish Allie showed more of her range like that throughout the whole album. This could have been her "Titanic Rising" (Weyes Blood) but some of the tracks here are not as in-depth that everybody is hyping about. There are different styles she toys with but some fall flat, especially "Life of the Party." The tracks that were great include "Love Me Wrong," "Fresh Laundry," "Devil I Know," and "Super Duper Party People." She has potential but she needs to be consistent with the songwriting.… Expand
  17. marwanel
    Feb 28, 2020
    10
    This album sounds amazing. Definite recommendation. Best Tracks: Regulars, Sarah Come Home, Rings a Bell, June Gloom, Super Duper Party People, Susie Save Your Love, Life of the Party; Worst Tracks: Love Me Wrong
  18. Canucklehead83
    Feb 26, 2020
    10
    Canada's most authentic yet unknown pop goddess, Allie X, produces YET another brilliantly dark and twisted album of radio-friendly goth pop bangers even if the tempo has downshifted. Fresh Laundry, Devil I know and Regulars, in particular, stand out as ear-worm inducing hits. Why she isn't as big as Gaga or T-Swift is beyond me...
  19. collingoe
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    Allie X’s second studio album is a masterpiece. Her vocals in each song show an amazing dynamic that’s she’s proved time and time again, only to prove it again. Having collabs with other talented artists like Mitksi and Troye Sivan only help solidify this album as one of, if not the best album to come out this year. Songs like Life of the Party and June Gloom help radiate a desperateAllie X’s second studio album is a masterpiece. Her vocals in each song show an amazing dynamic that’s she’s proved time and time again, only to prove it again. Having collabs with other talented artists like Mitksi and Troye Sivan only help solidify this album as one of, if not the best album to come out this year. Songs like Life of the Party and June Gloom help radiate a desperate energy while remaining upbeat and a party song. The emo/goth vibes that come with Cape God to be perfectly paired with electro pop through each song also makes this a no-skip album to anyone listening a second time. Regulars and Devil I Know keep a brooding tone to keep the dark undertone of the entire album going while still remaining songs to dance to. This is the album that encapsulates the Northeast tone she set out for. This is the album that water would sound like if water could choose an album to represent. All in all, a perfect album that everyone should listen to, and a strong and early contender for an album of the year nomination.… Expand
  20. edduardojoao
    Feb 25, 2020
    10
    talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before.
  21. OtherFish
    Feb 24, 2020
    3
    A few moments of interest cant save this project from a lack of focus, Allie X has a lot of ideas on Cape God, not all of them good; and together they make for a jarring experience.
  22. MarkoPolo2011
    Feb 24, 2020
    9
    One of the most excellent pop releases I’ve heard in years. The lyrics are smart, specific, and relatable. The production is sumptuous. And here more than ever, Allie proves that she has an incredible voice and is a force to be reckoned with in the world of underground pop. Fave tracks: Fresh Laundry, Regulars, June Gloom, Super Duper Party People, Susie Save Your Love

    Least fave tracks:    One of the most excellent pop releases I’ve heard in years. The lyrics are smart, specific, and relatable. The production is sumptuous. And here more than ever, Allie proves that she has an incredible voice and is a force to be reckoned with in the world of underground pop. Fave tracks: Fresh Laundry, Regulars, June Gloom, Super Duper Party People, Susie Save Your Love

    Least fave tracks: none. Not one skip.    … Expand
  23. juangalmeidx
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    cape god is allie x’s representation of maturity and artistic growth and also a relatable record for many people out there in the world. in here, she presents her best lyrics ever, varying and wandering through many topics but still remaining fun, heartbreaking and honest. truly one of my 2020 favorites.

    favorites: devil i know, regulars, sarah come home, rings a bell, love me wrong,    cape god is allie x’s representation of maturity and artistic growth and also a relatable record for many people out there in the world. in here, she presents her best lyrics ever, varying and wandering through many topics but still remaining fun, heartbreaking and honest. truly one of my 2020 favorites.

    favorites: devil i know, regulars, sarah come home, rings a bell, love me wrong, susie save your love & life of the party.    … Expand
  24. cjt
    Feb 24, 2020
    9
    Her best album yet, Allie X delivers Cape God on a strong and darkly whimsical experience. She forms an honest and emotionally true body of work that becomes an advantage to her on tracks like Love Me Wrong and Fresh Laundry. Fans of pop will enjoy this album.
  25. eriklibby
    Feb 24, 2020
    10
    Amazing cohesive album! Allie X deserves waaaay more recognition. I love the concept of this album!
  26. BenniBAYUM
    Feb 23, 2020
    10
    Allie X has always been in the background of my life and I’ve always unintentionally viewed her as a smaller, indie artist as well as one the geniuses behind some of Troye Sivan’s best works. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoyed her. She was a great sound, however, Cape God is a cohesive, unique and intimate call from her saying “Don’t forget who I am. I’m Allie X, I’m an artist and yeah, I’m aAllie X has always been in the background of my life and I’ve always unintentionally viewed her as a smaller, indie artist as well as one the geniuses behind some of Troye Sivan’s best works. Don’t get me wrong, I enjoyed her. She was a great sound, however, Cape God is a cohesive, unique and intimate call from her saying “Don’t forget who I am. I’m Allie X, I’m an artist and yeah, I’m a big deal.” A dark, brooding masterpiece brimming with identity.
    It’s an arduous and difficult task to pick my favourite songs from the album because just the simple fact that the album is that good. The whole album is my favourite.    … Expand
  27. aaron_ami336
    Feb 23, 2020
    10
    this is what we all needed. She deserves Album Of The Year or something.
  28. grunchart
    Feb 23, 2020
    2
    Completely lacking individuality. Majority of the album sounds the same (like its trying to be Bad Liar by Selena Gomez). Unpleasant voice, cliched lyrics, predictable melodies. Mitski stole the show on that duet. Not good. Massively overrated by her fans.
  29. Craa
    Feb 23, 2020
    9
    É impressionante como Allie X conseguiu transformar um álbum de 12 músicas e um Photoshoot impecável em uma passagem para um mundo alternativo onde podemos nos conectar com sua palavra.
    Allie X é uma lenda viva
  30. chrissyk
    Feb 23, 2020
    7
    Allie x you are stronger than you know . Fab album but won’t stand a chance
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. AllMusic
    Mar 16, 2020
    80
    These songs may sound fun, upbeat, and lovelorn, but there's a dour and utterly realistic undercurrent that makes Cape God Allie X's most relatable and human effort to date.
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  2. Pitchfork
    Feb 27, 2020
    68
    When Hughes tries out more rote pop songs, Cape God can get a little dry. ... Still, the sad world of Cape God is an alluring one, and Hughes’ vocal range is its unequivocal linchpin.
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  3. The Line of Best Fit
    Feb 25, 2020
    90
    Allie X's debut, 2017's CollXtion II, was a fun, if simplistic outing, but Cape God is an album undeniably made by a woman truly forging her own path however she sees fit. Not to mention championing the wickedly bright future of avant-garde, ascendant music.
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