Dancing with the Devil... The Art of Starting Over
by Demi Lovato
  • Record Label: Island
  • Release Date: Apr 2, 2021
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9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 3177 Ratings

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  1. Testi123
    Apr 3, 2021
    10
    Belíssimo álbum. Tanto as letras, produção e arte estão uma verdadeira obra de arte.
    Demi mostrou finalmente seu amadurecimento como artista e senti até uma vibe que me lembrou de seus primeiros álbuns mas com com sua versão adulta
  2. Txtianaxb
    Apr 3, 2021
    10
    Este álbum es increíble, el sólo hecho de ver que nos mostró su dolor en forma de arte ya lo hace ver fascinante.
  3. mathbragan
    Apr 3, 2021
    10
    I really love this album, it’s so real, emotional & strong. Proud of you Demi!
  4. xaviercin
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    I just love this album her most honest, powerful and meaningful to date, she is one of the best artist of this generation and i am really happy to be a part of a generation with artists like her because they're not afraid of being vulnerable and open with their issues and problems and on this album I think Demi is able to heal her heart and soul from her mistakes and she let us know thatI just love this album her most honest, powerful and meaningful to date, she is one of the best artist of this generation and i am really happy to be a part of a generation with artists like her because they're not afraid of being vulnerable and open with their issues and problems and on this album I think Demi is able to heal her heart and soul from her mistakes and she let us know that is ok to be vulnerable and broken sometimes because then we can pick up the pieces and just get up again no matter the circumstances, and I think she is one of the strongest people I ever met (not personally I wish) but from her music. WELL DONE. and I know the process is tough but she shows her strength and her ability to overcoming her demons to rise up again and keep fighting. :) I love this album.… Expand
  5. Arianavega
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este album es el mejor del 2021. Demi transformo su dolor en arte y las colaboraciones del disco son uff! De otro nivel con Ariana Grande, Noah Cyrus y la voz hermosa de Sam Fischer.… Expand
  6. Mrcdl
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    O melhor trabalho da rainha. Coeso do começo ao fim, letras bem trabalhadas, sonoridade perfeita, incrível
  7. jadelightweight
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    her best project alongside with tell me you love me, amazing lyrics and sounds.
  8. Peppeperaltp95
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    Il suo migliore capolavoro di sempre! Sono davvero sorpreso, ha superato di gran lunga le mie aspettative! Grazie Demi per aver lanciato una bomba del genere! Un album che non riuscirò a smettere di ascoltare dall'inizio alla fine perché è un viaggio meraviglioso!! Il pop vintage e quel country/folk mi riporta all'infanzia..
  9. Johnnata
    Apr 8, 2021
    10
    Demi dit it! The album is amazing. Very well written and produced. One of the best songs must be "Carefully", just reminded me of her second album "Here We Go Again". Really good sound!
  10. Ximena1
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    Wow Arte este álbum es puro arte y el que diga lo contrario es Selenator. En serio valoren este tremendo álbum es una joyita
  11. nickgabe
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    just flawless. it's an amazing album and it's refreshing. I think it could win AOTY.
  12. coexistunt
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    the feeling i got listening to dancing with the devil is that demi doesn't need to scream to be noticed anymore. it's kinda like: "i'm about to tell my story, do you wanna sit and listen while we drink a cup of tea?". it's her best piece of work for sure. plus, she didn't put a high not in every sentence she sings, so the album is very pleasing to listen.
  13. naclarao
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    a strong and powerful journey, Demi shows us her soul and her deepest thoughts, she turns her painful memories into art. I have to say: this album is pure art
  14. chaman
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    Álbum incrível, vale muito a pena escutar, a Demi evoluiu demais do Tell Me You Love Me para esse
  15. LeehMedrodoo
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muito bom, o melhor álbum até agora desse ano, simplesmente perfeito, magnífico e com uma história de superação de tirar o chapéu. Demi Lovato mostrando que é a maior e que merece mais reconhecimento.… Expand
  16. Bogdan02
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    This is new era. I love it. The sound is different and she is taking us on a new trip. She is so brave❤️
  17. PopConnoisseur
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    Demi ‘No Skips’ Lovato. This project is everything.
    Demi has put her blood, sweat, tears, and soul into this album, and it SHOWS. It is cathartic, raw, intense, expository, gritty... but it’s also beautiful, glittery, colourful, bright, & pure. And it’s a perfect soundtrack to her life over the past few years. She deserves the world. And this album deserves immense recognition from all    Demi ‘No Skips’ Lovato. This project is everything.
    Demi has put her blood, sweat, tears, and soul into this album, and it SHOWS. It is cathartic, raw, intense, expository, gritty... but it’s also beautiful, glittery, colourful, bright, & pure. And it’s a perfect soundtrack to her life over the past few years. She deserves the world. And this album deserves immense recognition from all sides of the music industry.    … Expand
  18. Briseee95
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    Es una obra de arte, y más aún tener a Demi de vuelta, la echaba de menos su música. Y la verdad es que este álbum a cada canción, es una melodia obviamente distinta desde por lo que ella ha pasado. Ha vuelto más fuerte y se nota su esencia, su música, es pura magia, puro esplendor. Gracias Demi por dejarnos disfrutar de tu música
  19. ankdajsk
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    this whole album is a masterpiece !! her best album ofc and has absolutely no skips. my fav album from 2021 :)
  20. whoslarissa
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    Geart job demi!!! best álbum that i've heard. you've got me from the very first Second!
  21. mickyloco1
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    Her best work yet. She went back to basics and dropped the overly produced pop radio hits
  22. Marcos_popfan
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    Very powerful and true. Demi seems to have accepted her mistakes and imperfections in order to live in peace. I cheer for her
  23. luihsouza
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    O álbum da carreira.. Ela simplesmente entregou tudo, é inacreditável como cada faixa é perfeita e bem produzida, conseguiu fazer tudo isso sem mesmo sair da sua essência, melhor album de 2021
  24. carojosbo
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    THE BEST ALBUM EVER!!!

    Es asombroso ver como se puede resurguir de los problemas y sacar fuerza de estos problemas.
  25. Kaisador
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    THIS IS SO **** GOOD. I'm in love! From beginning to end completely cohesive and historically well-told. out that Demi's vocals are perfect.
  26. alielkhatib
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    Amazing album from start to finish. Amazing vocals, production, and lyrics!
  27. lovatbizzle
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    this is literally the album of the year, it really deserves an aoty.Demi Lovato turned all her pain into art, she is one of the best artists of the decade!
  28. demistan1992
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    it's her best album!! it's a storyline about everything she's been through for the last years. it's real, honest and deep. and her voice is better than ever!
  29. Afrosamari5
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    A beautiful telling of the rocky road of Lovato's past 3 years to a healthy recovery. Taking back her narrative and making her voice heard over beautiful production and gorgeous lyrics.
  30. idontliebye
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    This album is perfection. If you're demi fan or not. I believe you should at least listen to the album once to fall in love with it
  31. mfcantalupi
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    this is just amazing... it's so different but also a masterpiece. I almost don't have words to describe it.
  32. MilesB
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    This is one of the most cathartic and honest albums I've ever heard of Demi without a doubt also one of the best and my favorites. And as I say demi is the unofficial sountrack of the youtube docuserie
  33. DanyaSolis
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    This album is a masterpiece. I love the sounds and the lyrics. I love it. Demi Lovato's best work.
  34. Babycyborg
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    The sound of healing on her journey of starting over. Truly a Masterpiece 10/10!
  35. BrunoAizen
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    The Best album of Lovato’s career! Without a doubt "Dancing With The Devil ... The Art Of Starting Over" is one of the best albums of 2021. Full of sound surprises, which the listener would not normally expect from a singer like Demi. The track Melon Cake, brings current experiments with an extravagant 80's feel, you can easily remember pop bands / artists of the time when listening toThe Best album of Lovato’s career! Without a doubt "Dancing With The Devil ... The Art Of Starting Over" is one of the best albums of 2021. Full of sound surprises, which the listener would not normally expect from a singer like Demi. The track Melon Cake, brings current experiments with an extravagant 80's feel, you can easily remember pop bands / artists of the time when listening to this song. In The Way You Don't look at me and Lonely People, Demi shows listeners on her seventh album that she is not only a great pop vocalist, but of all genres by being graced by Country Music and 90's alternative rock ( something very similar to the sound of Alanis Morissette) respectively. Also noteworthy are the featurings included in Met him last night, Easy and My Girlfriends Are My Boyfriends, which added even more to Lovato's sound and voice.… Expand
  36. rafaellovatx
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    PERFEITO!
    álbum impecável e coeso, lovato mostou sua mais sincera verdade e arte!
  37. mehmetcqn
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    don't give a low score just because you dont like demi... this album is great and tells a story
  38. Beto_10
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    Es el mejor trabajo que demi ah hecho, es un álbum demasiado perfecto y es arte, me encanta
  39. Thematix13
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    It's an incredible album, the 3 first songs explain the mentallity she had in the time during her public overdose in 2018 and after those 3 songs she starts with a new chapter in her life
  40. saicophilia
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    Just when I thought TMYLM was Demi’s superior album... DANCING WITH THE DEVIL... THE ART OF STARTING OVER is God-tier!
    Gut punching lyrics, powerful vocals, and sonically her most cohesive album to date. It’s a story, an experience!
  41. anavcg7
    Apr 5, 2021
    10
    This album is a masterpiece ! You can clearly notice how much Demi has grown and found her sound. She finally is showing us how much she is capable to do and I'm here for it. The album has everything from summer bops to sad ballads. Adding a special touch of guitar-sound like songs to make this record even more unique than it already is.
  42. brunopayne
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    E mais uma vez Demi Lovato se supera e mais uma vez trás um trabalho incrível, forte e coerente. Sucesso!!!
  43. CreatingReview
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album really shows her artistic growth! I hope she is doing good after everything. The rock suits her a lot!!!… Expand
  44. Kayofernando
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esse álbum está uma verdadeira carta aberta da Demi o mento que ela ficou quieta este álbum falar por si… Expand
  45. JMFrias
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    The best album of 2021 so far. The emotions and storytelling of this album is truly amazing.
  46. mateusdelmondes
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    perfect.....................................................................
  47. prttyreckles
    Apr 7, 2021
    10
    I don't know if this album is her best album but for sure it's in her top three best albums. except for lonely people and mad world, this album is a masterpiece. sunset deserved so bad to be in the standard version. the best of 2021
  48. DoctorWhosss
    Apr 7, 2021
    10
    In my opinion, she showed other side of her emotions that she's hidden for a long time
  49. Rhiannaxo
    Apr 7, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This has to be the best album she has ever released, so true and brave in every single song and her voice is outstanding.… Expand
  50. reseteno
    Apr 7, 2021
    10
    Always been a fan of Demi but this is the first time I loved every single track off an album. This was a no-skip album for me. She really did THAT!!
  51. Eleonora99
    Apr 8, 2021
    10
    I love this album! The best Demi Lovato’s one. She deserves the #1 on Billboard Hot 100 even if I think she’s underestimated. At least I can say that she grew up musically.
  52. maurogomes
    Apr 8, 2021
    10
    perfect album she is so powerful and the best singer. this is everything for me.
  53. Adriellyy
    Apr 8, 2021
    10
    It's an extraordinary album, full of her history and her feelings. She turned her pain into art.
  54. henrsampaio
    Apr 8, 2021
    10
    Demi é uma artista brilhante, capaz de transformar acontecimentos ruins em novos recomeços... esse álbum é só uma amostra do quão forte e honesta ela consegue ser !
  55. CaioSouza
    Apr 8, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So amaziiing, she was perfect, coherent, great tones of voice, incredibly perfect, stepped on the crazy blonde who did several songs for ex… Expand
  56. Hxnryr
    Apr 8, 2021
    10
    Demi is amazing! This album is the **** awesome, the lyrics, the beats, the featuring! Oh damn!
  57. EduRosnovski
    Apr 8, 2021
    10
    AOTY!!!!! So proud of Demi! This album means rebirth, grow, she made her best album.
  58. larissa26
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    An amazing album with very heavy and powerful lyrics... Demi Lovato is a warrior and i am so proud of her, it's beautiful when artists turn pain into art.
  59. lilianek
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    this album is completely perfect, demi's best work so far!!! soo good!! pure masterpiece
  60. Edsaliinas
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    This album is so personal and powefull and beautiful. She is a Queen! Voice of her generation.
  61. Rafaellovatic
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este album es de los mejores de su carrera es una joya tremendo arte que nos dió demi… Expand
  62. FlagLadino
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    i love it, omg, i think its deserve aoty, this so personal and the same time to everyone, superaction and love, is it. Thank u demi to make this perfection
  63. SusanaGR
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    Best album, ever
  64. Aikamazing
    Apr 11, 2021
    10
    I believe this is the best album she has made! Its raw and real. Not everyone will be able to appreciate this album. I love Demi's honesty and how she owns her truth in this album, and I love that she is discovering new sounds. The album is lyrically and sonically impressive. A work of art indeed! I highly recommend it
  65. alilmonsterrr
    Apr 13, 2021
    10
    This album is one of the best by Demi and also this album is an emotional rollercoaster and it's a masterpiece.
  66. Lu4nzz
    Apr 14, 2021
    10
    It's a masterpiece! It's so personal and so brave! Demi really did a great job with this album.
  67. brendasima
    Apr 16, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album of all time, holds us from beginning to end! Demi was awesome!!!… Expand
  68. DinahJane
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. É simplesmente o melhor álbum de todos os tempos! Demi Lovato nos entregou mais uma vez um trabalho sem nenhum defeito.… Expand
  69. megdid
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    This is truly Demi Lovato’s best body of work. The fact that it comes from such a raw and genuine place makes it even better. This album truly is the unofficial soundtrack to Demi’s past, current and future life. The way they were able to turn all their traumas into triumphs is so admirable. I have been a fan of Demi’s since As the bell rings and every album of theirs has neverThis is truly Demi Lovato’s best body of work. The fact that it comes from such a raw and genuine place makes it even better. This album truly is the unofficial soundtrack to Demi’s past, current and future life. The way they were able to turn all their traumas into triumphs is so admirable. I have been a fan of Demi’s since As the bell rings and every album of theirs has never disappointed me. I can undoubtedly say this is Demi’s best album ever and also my favorite. I am so proud of Demi and look forward to their future getting even brighter. This album deserves ALL the Grammys and recognition. Demi, you poured your heart OUT!! I love you always, Demi.… Expand
  70. alicej243
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Just a beautifully put together album. It starts off deep and emotional and then goes a bit lighter with an indie pop vibe. Even most of the lighter songs have powerful messages and meaning which shows Demi’s talent in writing. Demi’s voice of course doesn’t disappoint and the album should appeal to a wide range of people!
  71. Gianmxrcos
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Best album ever that’s awesome and inspire me ♥️ Tiene excelente música algunas de relleno pero no me aburrí en ningún momento. Me encanta las canciones con emoción no que digan mmmmmm y vacíos. TODAS son canciones que llenan y tienen un mensaje
  72. traumaking4eva
    Sep 3, 2021
    10
    This is literally THE BEST ALBUM OF THE YEAR!! Everything about it is perfect, from beginning to end. The world does not deserve this divine masterpiece.
  73. sergioisraelds
    Dec 28, 2021
    10
    One of the best albums of 2021.
    Vocals, lyrics, perfection, if this album were a grade It would be A+
  74. Cooboo21
    Sep 12, 2021
    10
    Es un álbum para amarse a si mismo, buena musica, demuestra su talento vocal y ritmos. Mis favoritas son The Art Of Starting Over, Good Place, entre otras. Demuestra en pocos razgos lo que es amar, junto con más detalles fisoloficos de la identidad de genero.
  75. Luiz_ferrir4
    Nov 27, 2021
    10
    Demi Lovato foi muito perspicaz neste álbum, ele é profundo, sentimental é simplesmente perfeito!
    Demi se encontrou e agora está fazendo as coisas de sua maneira, eu amei a estética, as melodias o conceito
  76. miguelccdias15
    Nov 27, 2021
    10
    this album incredible, great lyrics and production, and their amazing and poweful voice is everything.
  77. daviferreira
    Jan 4, 2022
    10
    Demi Lovato's shocking fights have become a witty and redeeming pop classic. Favorite song: Dancing With The Devil
  78. Brighamm
    Jan 25, 2022
    10
    One of the most incredible works Demi Lovato has done. It's a powerful master piece album mixing sounds that makes this album very special and unique.
  79. jvaraujo
    Apr 19, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esse álbum é uma obra prima apresentando incríveis vocais e sentimentos ao mundo da música. Parabéns Demi lovato ❤… Expand
  80. Vinattow
    Aug 23, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Carefully is my anthemmmm also can we talk about how Easy is easily Demi’s best featuring that no one talks about? Ugh iconic… Expand
  81. Analine
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    Really raw and unapologetic lyrics. An long album but not tiring, it fits the narrative they were aiming for
  82. Oliveiraxvan
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    O meu segundo álbum favorito dela, a forma como ela se expressa soa bem verdadeiro e real, amo demais
  83. Yeinsyeist
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    100000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000/10
  84. JR_MUSIC
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    The second best album by Demi Lovato after HOLYFVCK. Vocals are absolutely amazing
  85. Yunopoot
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    This album so iconic im so proud of you demi. i love u. Dancing with the devil deserved more
  86. Salvador16
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    Es increíble como Demi Lovato se puede adaptar a diferentes géneros sin duda es la voz de esta generación, nos sorprendió con este álbum!
  87. echoloux
    Aug 23, 2022
    10
    they’re so creative with the way they write. giving their addiction and drugs a persona (the devil) makes for a heartbreaking and interesting imagery. glad they’re in a good place now.
  88. theyartie
    Aug 19, 2022
    10
    This album is delicious, Demi knew how to make another good album and delivered everything he promised, perfect.
  89. Saamuelbenignoa
    Aug 23, 2022
    10
    É um álbum incrível com canções e letras extraordinárias, demi mostrando mais uma vez o seu talento.
  90. OGeovaneAbreu
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Magnífico, coeso, bonito, agradável, maravilhoso, sem palavras, expendido,
  91. theeostallion
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    this is could be Lovato's best album from her previous work. They delivered us a story!
  92. Adam16
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Amazing album , demi did a great job , one of the best albums i heard in my entire life
  93. mawg
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best bubblegum pop album of Demi Lovato. Very underrated! Definitely deserve a Grammy for Anyone.… Expand
  94. Noahdurham
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I like this album a lot it was very lengthy and full of incredible lyrics which Demi provides consistently.… Expand
  95. Giolovato
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    Eu amo um álbum, perfeito, maravilhoso. Demi fez tudo aqui. DWTD a maior que temos no álbum
  96. Edoardorosas
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Mueranse selenators, su muda nunca tendrá un álbum con notas altas, soporten panzonas
  97. Maheep48
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    This album is very honest and Demi does a great job in sharing her life with her fans and whoever might lend an ear to listen to her stories.
  98. SiahRey
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    The way demi can turn their traumas into such healing music will forever make me a fan!!
  99. dante2404
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    I will never understand why this album didn't have more success. it's like the best cohesive album I have heard. it's a lyrical masterpiece. Carefully tho, my song
  100. joaolwcas
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    amo muuuuito esse álbum, apesar de achar que o último álbum sonoramente combina mais com Demi.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. AllMusic
    Apr 15, 2021
    60
    Lovato's frankness is disarming, forcing a listener to reckon with the depths of the singer's distinction, yet the album works best when it veers toward lighter territory, letting the slick R&B rhythms and sugared hooks carry Lovato's emoting.
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  2. PopMatters
    Apr 8, 2021
    80
    Dancing With the Devil… The Art of Starting Over is Demi Lovato like we have never heard before. She is sassy and carefree while serious about her identity and personhood in a way she has been itching to be for years.
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  3. Clash Music
    Apr 8, 2021
    80
    The opening three tracks are almost an EP in their own right, before a quick reset. Semi title track ‘The Art Of Starting Over’ begins anew, a straight forward bop that gets to the root of Demi’s recovery – her natural talent, her ear for pop magic, affording room for personal renewal.
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