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

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2,838 out of 3177
  2. Mixed: 49 out of 3177
  3. Negative: 290 out of 3177
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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
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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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