Glory
by Britney Spears
  • Record Label: RCA
  • Release Date: Aug 26, 2016
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8.4

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  1. PauloRegis
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Novo testamento do pop é assim mesmo ne non? Glory veio para arrebatar todos esses lançamentos conceituais, o meu pop está vivooooo!!!! Better: rei, Liar: rainha 2bjs
  2. LetsDanceReview
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This is an album which will be in Britney's holy trinity forever! its like 'In The Zone' and 'Blackout' had a baby but a nice sweet pretty baby!

    This album will take you on a ride of emotions but great emotions!

    I really do recommend buying this album its like a Glory-ous gift!! -LetsDanceReviews
  3. ungersvend
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    GLORY, as everything Britney has ever released, is innovative and just proves how the legendary princess of pop doesn't need to follow any hype or trends - she creates her own.
  4. nicolasmaria
    Aug 26, 2016
    9
    amazing, so fresh, smart and relentless, her voice sounds better than ever, man on the moon is such an epic song, the violins makes me so emotional. liar and if i'm dancing are dancefloor anthem. if you mixed in the zone, blackout and femme fatale the result is glory
  5. FerrRemy
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Album of the year. Lemonade who? It's Glory, **** People won't take Britney seriously as much as Beyonka but only because Britney is just being herself, a strong, sexy woman who just being fun and flirtatious. She doesn't need to fake about cheating husband just to create a story for the whole album. She's not interested to talk about some politics stuff, female empowerment whatsoever -Album of the year. Lemonade who? It's Glory, **** People won't take Britney seriously as much as Beyonka but only because Britney is just being herself, a strong, sexy woman who just being fun and flirtatious. She doesn't need to fake about cheating husband just to create a story for the whole album. She's not interested to talk about some politics stuff, female empowerment whatsoever - she just want an album which general public can forget about all the stuff for a while and enjoy her music and dance with her!

    My fave tracks off the album are Make Me... (feat. G Eazy), Slumber Party,Love Me Down,Man On The Moon,Just Love Me and Do You Wanna Come Over. The whole standard album is just so good, you just cannot pick your favourite! There's zero filler on the album! Shockingly, the tracks on the deluxe are beyond amazing! Change Your Mind, Liar, If I'm Dancing, Coupure Electrique should definitely be on the standard version!    … Expand
  6. MarkScandi
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This is the best album of the year. You can see that album has been creating really long, not like Britney Jean and anyway this is new sound for Ms. Spears. Anyone would find minimum 2-3 song for himself.
  7. jcgmalave
    Aug 26, 2016
    9
    What a great album! The best way to take away the bad taste of "Britney Jean" is present this great album . Britney is more present than ever in this modern production , the standard version should cover all 17 songs . Coupure Électrique is sublime.
  8. RuanBorges
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Glory is finally here and it's the best thing from Britney in many years. The album is very different sound-wise, Britney vocals are in the right spot and were very well explored. The songs range from club-bangers to soft tracks, caressing the ears. Glory is a great piece of art.
  9. Celso1995
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Britney se superou ,melhor album do ano, a princesa do pop esta de volta com essa oba prima as musicas são viciantes e maravilhosas , amei muito! recomendo!… Expand
  10. robertsantr
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    BEST ALBUM OF 2016!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Thanks Britney
    Músicas maravilhosas, produção impecável, sonoridade única!

    Um dos melhores albuns que já escutei na vida. QUE OBRA PRIMA!
  11. felipealves772
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Melhor Álbum viados!! Britney tá arrasando,cantando mais que td... haha meu amor eu sou cantora!!!
    Perfeito, um dos melhores álbuns de 2016, se não o melhor do gênero pop.
    Realmente Britney soube se sobressair do seu Britney Jean que não foi muito bem aceito.
    Mas realmente ela se superou.    … Expand
  12. Pereipoc
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This new record is incredible!!! We can finally hear her voice, the producers are fresh and modern and it seems that she´s having a lot of fun!
    I really hope that sales are good, cause she deserves it.
  13. Davidedado
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Finaly something really good in pop music! Go Britney! That's the way you should go everytime! Your voice is crystal clear and excellent north european production! Great!
  14. matheus_sdo
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Melhor álbum da Britney desde o In The Zone!
    Inesperadamente, a sua voz está limpa, clara e perfeitamente sexy e nós podemos sentir a Britney "de antes" novamente entre nós, sentir a emoção dela no estúdio e não apenas alguém que realizou a gravação.
    "Ela fez de novo" e nos deu essa maravilha!
    Com certeza, o melhor álbum de música pop de 2016.
  15. robertx9
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Simplesmente o melhor álbum de 2016, conseguiu se igualar ao In The Zone, belo Comeback Britney, só tenho pena da Beyoncé deve ser difícil bater de frente com o Glory..
  16. Dahoas
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    I love the diversity in musical style that this album has! There's standard pop tracks (Man On The Moon), spanish influence (Change your mind),there's electronica (If I'm Dancing), there's soul (What You Need), there's tropical house (Love me down, Better), there's mid tempo pop RnB (Like Just Luv Me and Make Me), there's Reggae influence (Slumber Party, Love Me Down), Country (Liar),I love the diversity in musical style that this album has! There's standard pop tracks (Man On The Moon), spanish influence (Change your mind),there's electronica (If I'm Dancing), there's soul (What You Need), there's tropical house (Love me down, Better), there's mid tempo pop RnB (Like Just Luv Me and Make Me), there's Reggae influence (Slumber Party, Love Me Down), Country (Liar), French electronica (Coupure Electrique)... This is for sure a great and solid pop album and a better album than her last three ones.… Expand
  17. lyrical
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Without a doubt the best pop record released this year. The album is extremely cohesive yet each track has its own unique flare and power. Britney sings masterfully on each track with backing vocals, falsettos, ad-libs and more. The lyrics are flashy and entertaining for the most part while also incorporating heartfelt themes in tracks like "Man On The Moon", "Invitation", "Just Like Me",Without a doubt the best pop record released this year. The album is extremely cohesive yet each track has its own unique flare and power. Britney sings masterfully on each track with backing vocals, falsettos, ad-libs and more. The lyrics are flashy and entertaining for the most part while also incorporating heartfelt themes in tracks like "Man On The Moon", "Invitation", "Just Like Me", "Liar", and "Just Luv Me". Not only is it a wonderful pop record, it's a pop record with substance. It's a pop record that's distinctly Britney in a very good way. This album will definitely remain one of the best releases of the year and the best pop release this year. It's fun, it's meaningful, it can be sad and it can also make you dance and scream your lungs out. Britney is back and this album proves why she'll always be that ****… Expand
  18. YPatrick
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    ''@WendyWllliams
    Lemonade who? @britneyspears just released the best pop album of 2016!''
    Britney's best album since In The Zone and Blackout. MASTERPIECE
  19. virajshankar
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This is Briney returning to her prime. We haven't seen an album this good from Britney since Circus. Femme Fatale was way too overprocessed and Britney Jean lacked a solid production, and it turned into a disaster. With Glory, Britney is cool and confident, and her vocals really shine through at points on this album, unlike previous LP's. Britney should definitely be basking in the gloryThis is Briney returning to her prime. We haven't seen an album this good from Britney since Circus. Femme Fatale was way too overprocessed and Britney Jean lacked a solid production, and it turned into a disaster. With Glory, Britney is cool and confident, and her vocals really shine through at points on this album, unlike previous LP's. Britney should definitely be basking in the glory for this one!… Expand
  20. gleizerschroder
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Absolutely one of the greatest albums of Britney Spears since Blackout. A truly MASTERPIECE.
    Britney's back better than ever with an album full of hits.
    The BEST album of 2016. Congratulations Britney Spears.
  21. SwagATRL
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    PRAYS 4 da PRESSED: opPRESSED, dePRESSED, rePRESSED, & supPRESSED posters.
    Pop: MJ, Madonna Britney, Adele, U2, Katy, Alanis, JLO, Kelly, George Michael, Bieber, Bruno.
    R&B: Mariah, Toni, MJB, Janet, TLC, Alicia, Maxwell, Sade, Usher, Aaliyah, Ciara, Brandy, Monica, 702. Rap: Nas, Lil Kim, Missy, Drake, Lauryn Hill, Fat Joe, Outkast, DMX, Kendrick, Biggie, Foxy, T.I. Salt n pepa.    PRAYS 4 da PRESSED: opPRESSED, dePRESSED, rePRESSED, & supPRESSED posters.
    Pop: MJ, Madonna Britney, Adele, U2, Katy, Alanis, JLO, Kelly, George Michael, Bieber, Bruno.
    R&B: Mariah, Toni, MJB, Janet, TLC, Alicia, Maxwell, Sade, Usher, Aaliyah, Ciara, Brandy, Monica, 702.
    Rap: Nas, Lil Kim, Missy, Drake, Lauryn Hill, Fat Joe, Outkast, DMX, Kendrick, Biggie, Foxy, T.I. Salt n pepa.
    Educate OBHs on why Britney's a legend and part of the #WINNINGTEAM. Legend Britney is the Alpha and the Omega of ATRL. Bless yourself with BOMT (Genesis), Oops (Job), Britney (Psalms), In the zone (Proverbs), Blackout (St. Matthew) Circus (St. Mark) Femme fatale (St. Luke), Work btch standalone single (St. John) and WATCH. YOUR. GROWTH. Prepare for B9: Book of Revelation    … Expand
  22. itsdias_
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Melhor álbum do ano ! BEST ALBUM POP 2016/ Um album mt versátil, amo britney simplesmente n deixou a desejar, simplesmente amei. Com certeza um grammy virá !
  23. Brunelli
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    An incredible album that should be savored, appreciated. You need to feel what each letter means. Is perfect. Britney Spears did an amazing job.

    I am very happy as a fan, to see that she struggled really. This is very rewarding.
  24. doougfuf7f
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    realmente o melhor álbum da carreira dela, merece reconhecimento e várias indicações aos prêmios que vem pela frente, se superou muito nesse novo trabalho
  25. edgardavidso
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Britney is back and ready to impact and strike the pop music again. She deserves all the love from her fans. Because she gave us a musical pop masterpiece. long live the princess of pop.
  26. KaiserArmy
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Without a doubt, the best album of Britney Spears' career, in which the Princess of Pop bets on new sonorities, stepping on a terrreno fleeing the pop mainstream, but who can captivate everyone. Deserves Album Grammy Awards the year without a doubt!
  27. ringocastro
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    amazing album! All the songs are well produced and shows the undoubted talent of the queen Britney Spears. The best 2016 album to date. I hope the album is a worldwide success in reviews and sales. For the Glory album deserves!
  28. Trigueiro
    Aug 26, 2016
    7
    It's a good album. Britney helps composing 7 songs and runs away from the usual pop singers that are completely feminist, socialist and fundamentalist. Britney wants to sound just like Britney this good joke to make music.
  29. hudsonalb
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Congratulations on Britney job! The album is really amazing . Good voice , good music , good britney ! The best after the Blackout and In The Zone . We will fall worldwide. I love britney.… Expand
  30. FRANCKFERR
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's a masterpiece , thank you Britney . We were needing you back.
    "Friday
    I'm dreaming a mile a minute 'bout somebody
    This feeling, I wanna go with it
    'Cause there's no way''    … Expand
  31. Ellan_Almeida
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    She sing, she make( maybe)her best album of your career. I'm Liking of this new age and I wait the better Britney Spears since two thousands and four. Britney, come with your better!
  32. nhyphk
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    It's a masterpiece, concrete and out of a comfort zone at the same time that it's what she does best. The vocals are glorious, they remind me of the Oops and Baby eras sometimes. Daring like Blackout and In The Zone, confident like Britney, persuasive and strong like Circus and fun like Femme Fatale.
  33. Viainfinito
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is decidedly my favourite album from Britney out of all 9 albums. This spot used to be In The Zone, but Glory has overtaken it. I was totally taken aback and had chills all over my body when the opening track 'Invitation' started. Songs like 'Just Luv Me', 'Man On The Moon', 'Slumber Party' and 'Just Like Me' continued to give me that chilling sensation. I would call Glory her most romantic record up to date. Her voice is so emotive and special, on top of that slick ambient production. The use of guitar riffs in many of the songs are quite ear-candy. The whole album felt very cohesive and mature, with definitely
    her best lyrics up to date. Furthermore, Britney challenged herself vocally on songs like 'Private Show' and 'What You Need' which really shocked me and brought such joy to my listening experience. This will be a highlight of her career! I realy have to mention 'Man On The Moon' as my favourite track because it brought tears to my eyes. There is something heartbreakingly sad about the song and just so romantic!    … Expand
  34. srtotheus
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    The best album of 2016. L.O.V.E. IT! Britney should be proud of this album fantastic songs. Bring the rest of the album on. Britney Spears the better ever.
  35. ISLANDERR
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    PERFECT ALBUM IN YEARS!! THANK YOU BRITNEYYYYYYYYYYY SPEARSSSSSSSSSSSS
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  36. isthatbrandon
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Glory is undoubtedly Britney's best album since Blackout. It is a HUGE improvement on Britney Jean. This time around, the songs sound more like what Britney wants...and it works! Glory is absolute magic!
  37. Andrejrs6
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Wonderful album!She deserves success with it. Britney Jean was embarrassing. Best album of her since in the zone,make me is a great single. She is back better than ever! Congratulations,Britney.
  38. mmoraes
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Album maravilho, mistura do ITZ e Blackout, veio pra glorificar o mundo pop atual! Todas poderiam ser singles, todas sao perfeitas! #Queen #Glory #BritneySpears
  39. Tannie
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Britney is back and better than ever. Glory truly shows her passion and it sparks though every single song. This is the best gift to her fans since we're been waiting for this album for so long. Thank you Britney
  40. joseblack0ut
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Definitely one of her best albums, fresh, different and unexpected. An album that should be listened by everyone, cause it sounds like nothing that Britney has done before. Britney goes far away from the electronic sound that characterizes her last 2 albums and goes with a more mid-tempo sound, without losing that "Britney touch" that's always present in what she does.
  41. atjsuccess
    Aug 26, 2016
    9
    An amazing comeback!! Her best album since Blackout. A very fresh sound. It's the fresh sound we needed in 2016 where the charts are dominated by the currently trending R&B, rap and hip hop albums (no offence to the people who love those genres haha) that honestly bored me. To be honest, after an album as bad as Britney Jean I didn't expect Britney to make such an excellent record. It'sAn amazing comeback!! Her best album since Blackout. A very fresh sound. It's the fresh sound we needed in 2016 where the charts are dominated by the currently trending R&B, rap and hip hop albums (no offence to the people who love those genres haha) that honestly bored me. To be honest, after an album as bad as Britney Jean I didn't expect Britney to make such an excellent record. It's not a very artistic, creative or lyrically strong album but undoubtedly a very enjoyable one. Among the best albums released this decade alongside 21, Born This way, Rebel Heart, BEYONCE etc. One of the best, if not the best album released in 2016.… Expand
  42. KevinCaldeira
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Houston we know there's a problem here: i'm addicted to Glory

    it's so fresh, pure, experimental and powerful

    the real britney is here and giving us the best pop album in years
  43. diego1616945
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This is a great album of the princess of pop Miss Britney Spears. The long time we dont heard musics him so good. Thank you for britney exist. you have a beautiful voice.
  44. pqmatth
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Finally Britney is on her top again with Glory. Although Femme Fatale was a great album, Britney wasn't there, Britney wasn't with her soul in her songs since Blackout or In The Zone. Finally the blackout is over and she is in her new zone, gloryfull, with a great voice, great songs, all of them. Some fans say "Britney isn't back, cause she was never gone". Britney was never gone, in fact,Finally Britney is on her top again with Glory. Although Femme Fatale was a great album, Britney wasn't there, Britney wasn't with her soul in her songs since Blackout or In The Zone. Finally the blackout is over and she is in her new zone, gloryfull, with a great voice, great songs, all of them. Some fans say "Britney isn't back, cause she was never gone". Britney was never gone, in fact, but Britney Jean Spears wasn't in her last albums and she is now!… Expand
  45. electraheart
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The GLORY were incredible!!! Thank you all so much for your support. Buy FROOT on iTunes NOW! https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/froot/id936941140… Expand
  46. chidime
    Aug 26, 2016
    6
    Two things strike me on listening to this album: 1. It is a BIG improvement on Britney Jean (which btw got a score of 0/10 from me). 2. It does best when Britney goes full experimental mode. Invitation, the opening track, is one of those experimental tracks. A perfect opening song, it should have set the tone for the rest of the album, but as I listened to the rest of the album I felt someTwo things strike me on listening to this album: 1. It is a BIG improvement on Britney Jean (which btw got a score of 0/10 from me). 2. It does best when Britney goes full experimental mode. Invitation, the opening track, is one of those experimental tracks. A perfect opening song, it should have set the tone for the rest of the album, but as I listened to the rest of the album I felt some disappointment. While the tracks were very Britney, a few sounded outdated (Clumsy, What You Need), , while some others sounded too contemporary without reaching contemporary epicness (Just Luv Me, Make Me..., Love Me Down, Better), while others were just bland (Private Show, Hard To Forget Ya, Just Like Me, What You Need). However, the album is saved by those head-on experimental tracks I mentioned earlier: 'Invitation', 'Do You Wanna Come Over', 'Change Your Mind', 'If I'm Dancing', and 'Coupure Electrique'. These 5 tracks are the backbone of the entire album (especially considering they include both the first and last songs). As always, having more than 12-13 tracks on an album never does anyone any good, and it certainly didn't do 'Glory' any favors. This album would have done best with 8-10 songs. This is much better than the pathetic 'Britney Jean' but not as glorious as it could have been.

    BEST: Coupure Electrique, If I'm Dancing, Invitation
    WORST: What You Need, Clumsy
    6/10    … Expand
  47. CyrusChan
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This album is very delightful and ear-friendly. BEST album of Britney Spears since Blackout. I think Britney really put her heart and soul into this deli. Change your mind (No Seas Cortes) is my fav in this. Dudes, just enjoy this album.
  48. dreamervox
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    ''Glory'' is the ninth studio album by Britney. It's very different from the last one which wasn't so good. This new record recalls old style music meeting modern sounds. It has a very european sound. It's a crescendo, in fact the rhythm grows track after track. It's a POP record at 100% mixed with electro, pop-rock, raggae, soul and r'n'b. You would be surprised. Tthere are tracks more''Glory'' is the ninth studio album by Britney. It's very different from the last one which wasn't so good. This new record recalls old style music meeting modern sounds. It has a very european sound. It's a crescendo, in fact the rhythm grows track after track. It's a POP record at 100% mixed with electro, pop-rock, raggae, soul and r'n'b. You would be surprised. Tthere are tracks more funky and ''raw'', but the feeling and the mood are sensual and soft. There isn't any ballad like ''Everytime'' or ''Where Are You Now'' and maybe it needed that, but whatever, it's very good and well produced. ''Glory'' is a way more mature album than the previous ones and I hope a lot of people will listen to it. Britney's great and she deserves some recognition. Hope for Grammys!

    Best tracks: Invitation, Make Me, Do You Wanna Come Over, Man On The Moon, Slumber Party, Love Me Down and Coupure Electrique (a song sung in french by Britney!).    … Expand
  49. mrhummel199
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    I love it, I don't know I just love it, the BEST POP album, everything is super sexy, lovely, sweet in different way, I hope you guys can enjoy this album, come to shine Britney-army ~~~
  50. Ecas_review
    Aug 26, 2016
    9
    This is the BEST POP ALBUM of 2016, and her best work to date. Just buy the album put your headphones on and enjoy the ride. Don't doubt , you will get up from that chair and you will be dancing and you will put it on loop. Britney is back and better than ever. Enjoy Glory ;)
  51. NelsonFilho21
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Different, innovative and standard Britney. This is the discographic return what everyone expected. Glory presents all the best that can be expected of eternal pop princess, Miss Spears. Album of the Year .
  52. baobao199
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    One of the best albums of her, everything is fresh, new, amazing sound since Blackout, I love love love love all of her song on "Glory", It's Britney, B
  53. maleficc
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    o melhor álbum pop de 2016, Britney ressurge com estilos diferentes, dando um show música a música. Melhor álbum dela desde in the zone, com vocais excelentes e batidas marcantes, sem duvida o melhor álbum.
  54. artelle90
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This is literally her 2nd best album, just behind Blackout. Her voice sounds not too much auto-tuned, and every tracks have different vibes. It shows a mature side of Britney as Glory not a generic pop album like most of albums nowadays. So proud of her. Keep it up Princess Of Pop.
  55. marlojimenez
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Its britney **** This is the album weve all been waiting for from Ms. Britney Spears. #buygloryonitunes This is in Blackout and In The Zone Level album. This is an amazing record. Britney delivered this time around and she is not playing.
  56. daylord
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This album is the best of these years, it has a new concept from her past work, vocally and musically. It almost gives a feeling like you are listening to an evolution of Britney, from which she evolved to remain top of the game in this industry.
  57. JamesCruz
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Her best album since the Blackout and In The Zone, she is always innovating and we can see this album. This is certainly the best pop album 2016. SHE REALLY DID THAT!
  58. afmt
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Britney give us Glory just to remember who is the princess of pop. Incursionates in other languages, something that we doesn't expect in this era, very chill and pop.
  59. Ilaria91
    Aug 26, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Her latest lackluster releases lowered everyone’s expectation for this album, but we should not forget the one thing Britney does better than anyone else in the industry: rising from her ashes in all her “Glory”.

    Even though the general public reception is likely to be lukewarm, the album manages to truthfully portray Britney’s artistry and that is a very pleasant surprise. Years and years of unreleased songs and scrapped projects left such a bad taste in the mouth of the fandom that we grew ridiculously accustomed to a soulless robotic voice slapped on a perfectly-crafted catchy pop tune. Two of her most critically acclaimed works, such as In The Zone and Blackout, started to sound soaked in nostalgia for what could have been (if she hadn’t had that infamous breakdown). But no more sadness, just one listen to this record is enough to rinse our frustration and reassure us that Britney was indeed in charge of this project. A testament to that is her voice: sultry and playful, warm and grating, multifaceted and yet always recognizable. Her most devoted fans will also immediately detect her beloved guitar riffs, the gypsy jazz style, the talking bits in different languages, and the haunting mid-tempo melodies that many times filled our vivid imagination stemming from poor-quality demos.

    The trend of urban slow-jams which is saturating the music market gives Britney the opportunity to indulge in the genre that has always suited her best. Some of the tracks (“Just Luv Me”, “Slumber Party”, “Better”, “Change Your Mind”) would fit perfectly in the Top40, evoking the atmosphere of Diplo’s and Drake’s most recent hits, but her unique flair and enunciation always manages to bring more to the table. Showcasing her astonishing versatility, the album spaces through different styles, from the hypnotic and vocally-syncopated “Invitation” that opens the record functioning as an intro to the trap-influenced “Love Me Down”, from the stripped down electro swing of “What You Need” to her signature beat drop in “Clumsy”. Glam-droid vocals pervade the refined ballad “Man On The Moon”, while “Hard To Forget Ya” and “Liar” quench our thirst of an early 2000s throwback. To complete the puzzle, “If I’m Dancing” with its jump rope rhyme beat is the odd-one-out song that defines every Britney’s standout album.

    Our princess of pop mentioned several times in recent interviews that she wanted this album to be “very artsy-fartsy” and she managed to do just that without pandering to a particular social class by conveniently addressing a raging social issue (*clears throat* Beyoncé). In a world where it does not take much talent to get your song played on the radio station if you’re signed with the right label, Britney’s personality still shines when compared to the deadpan set of mannequins selling out arenas these days. In the years following her breakdown, she experienced an artistic blackout, pledging helplessly to the flow of the charts; now she seems to be taking a step in the right direction finally breaking free from her “Coupure Électrique”. Here’s to a Glory-ous return to form.    … Expand
  60. rachelrosemberg
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Britney's best album since In The Zone and Blackout. We can see a resurrection of old Britney who tries new vibes and sounds. She took risks and gave us a MASTERPIECE!
  61. Jrosario
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    The best album of the Princess of Pop. A mature, modern and different album to what Britney Spears had become accustomed. Definitely your best work to date.
  62. TheAllu
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This album is everything you would want from a Britney album. Every song could be a stand-alone single! My highlights are Private Show, Man On The Moon, Slumber Party and Change Your Mind.
  63. davidgm
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    An incredible, cohesive and mature album from our beloved princess of pop. On 'Glory', Britney demonstrated her capacity to produce excellent pop records and cements her status a true legend. Glory is a perfect addition to the Britney canon.
  64. GabeAmaral
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This is the piece of Britney we asked for. Glory came out silently - nothing promised, nothing exposed - but the noise the album gives to us is louder. Britney is in her best here exploring new sounds, new vibes and showing us sides of your voice that we didn't notice for a long time. From Invitation, a sexy and powerful mid-tempo song that opens the album, coming across Do You Wanna ComeThis is the piece of Britney we asked for. Glory came out silently - nothing promised, nothing exposed - but the noise the album gives to us is louder. Britney is in her best here exploring new sounds, new vibes and showing us sides of your voice that we didn't notice for a long time. From Invitation, a sexy and powerful mid-tempo song that opens the album, coming across Do You Wanna Come Over, a banger for your nightlife in a fresh and funny way to Slumber Party, the highlight of the album where Britney takes you on a journey trough reggae and soft pop, there's no way for you to keep still. She know what she's doing. And if you want more, it's a good deal check it all deluxe's tracks Liar, an explosive bang bang with a furious lyric and If I'm Dancing, another bang track that could bring you to Brazil instantly. It's a fun path to go and Britney takes us all marvelously.… Expand
  65. Metacritic25
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Britney Spears just released what could be the best album of 2016.
    Her last effort Britney Jean didn't convince anyone but Glory is shaping up to be her best album since at least 2007. She is not trying to appeal to anyone but the diversity is impressive. Every song is unique and memorable. The production is really good, the lyrics are beautiful in songs like Invitation, Man On The Moon    Britney Spears just released what could be the best album of 2016.
    Her last effort Britney Jean didn't convince anyone but Glory is shaping up to be her best album since at least 2007. She is not trying to appeal to anyone but the diversity is impressive. Every song is unique and memorable. The production is really good, the lyrics are beautiful in songs like Invitation, Man On The Moon or Just Luv Me. Some songs are really catchy like Love Me Down, Change Your Mind (No Seas Cortes), Slumber Party. Miss Spears' vocals are impressive and better than ever, she has trained hard to deliver a quality album. The other pop singers like Lady Gaga, Beyoncé or Ariana Grande will definitely take some inspiration from Britney's new album, Glory. Oops...! She did it again.    … Expand
  66. Salomao
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Perfeito, um dos melhores álbuns de 2016, se não o melhor do gênero pop.
    Realmente Britney soube se sobressair do seu Britney Jean que não foi muito bem aceito.
    Mas realmente de superou.
  67. RonaldoZechin
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Simplesmente ame!!! Melhor álbum no gênero POP de 2016!
    Britney está incrível! Seus vocais em Make Me estão mais mais sexy do que nunca!
    Super recomendo o álbum!
  68. Gonzalosalore
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muy Bueno.............................................................................................................................................… Expand
  69. dedeu853
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Glory is a quality impressinante I never expected a Britney Spears album . He has a whole thematic and follows a cohesive line , both in production and in its thematic . Britney makes Blues with Hold Scool , mix the Soul to Pop , Rock to Pop , Ragge , and the album features orchestra, harmonica, guitar ! Certainly the most organic and instrumental album Britney and showing melhpr hisGlory is a quality impressinante I never expected a Britney Spears album . He has a whole thematic and follows a cohesive line , both in production and in its thematic . Britney makes Blues with Hold Scool , mix the Soul to Pop , Rock to Pop , Ragge , and the album features orchestra, harmonica, guitar ! Certainly the most organic and instrumental album Britney and showing melhpr his vocals . Deserves indication Pop Album and Album of the Year . We can not forget to Make me-- which is a part of the SHOW !… Expand
  70. lucasmrqss
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    One of best Britney's album!! IF it's not the best! Sounds so damn good and fresh! really enjoyed how her voice sounds on this album! It's relaxing and exciting at the same time! Congrats Britney for this AMAZING album!
  71. wangtran
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    It's sweet, sophisticated and definitely the most Britney-ish album since Circus era! This is HER, and I thank god she change her music direction from Britney Jean! Each song is extremely nice, well-written and deserves to be a hit!! Hell yeah Britney's back!!
  72. Jumple
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This may quite well be Britney's best offering since perhaps 2003's "In The Zone". Her unique vocal style, nostalgic of the "Oops!" and "I'm A Slave 4 U" days, is clearly front-and-center throughout the album. And yet, every song is produced to a contemporary perfection that sounds very 2016. Spears even dabs with foreign languages, "Coupure Électrique" being completely in French andThis may quite well be Britney's best offering since perhaps 2003's "In The Zone". Her unique vocal style, nostalgic of the "Oops!" and "I'm A Slave 4 U" days, is clearly front-and-center throughout the album. And yet, every song is produced to a contemporary perfection that sounds very 2016. Spears even dabs with foreign languages, "Coupure Électrique" being completely in French and "Change Your Mind (No Seas Cortés)" with a Spanish line here and there. The material makes sure to leave you with great lyrics ("Man On The Moon"), catchy melodies ("Liar"), crisp modern beats ("Do You Wanna Come Over?") and Spears' mystique. As far as pop music goes, this is the best it gets.

    Standout tracks: Man On The Moon, Just Luv Me, Slumber Party, Love Me Down, Liar, Coupure Électrique.    … Expand
  73. Tannie45
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Britney once proved again that she can still deliver if she took control. The album is one of her best so far. The diversity of song genres and elements make the album fresh and outstanding. This is the best POP album of the year! Say hello to the mature Britney in music and personality.
  74. loveonthebrain
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Britney finally delivered a decent album since Circus. Each songs of the album are amazing and well-written, Britney made a lot of efforts in terms of vocals which is remarkable. She made a successful comeback with this one.
  75. florion
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    This album is what we've all been waiting for from Britney. She slayed me from Invitation to Coupure Electrique, every single song is amazing. I'm listening to the album non-stop. Thank you Britney.
  76. drownedworld
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Honestly her best work so far since Blackout, every track has personality, vocals, excellent melodies and instrumentation. One of, if not THE, best albums this year. 10/10 would recommend.
  77. CubePlay
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Last time princess of pop Britney Spears gave us an album we were all mildly disappointed. 3 years later she is back again with something new, fresh and this time, totally outstanding! Glory is simply a masterpiece of pure pop. She took what's best in pop music from last few years and put it together in 17 amazing songs. Every single one is so different and special. You won't believe yourLast time princess of pop Britney Spears gave us an album we were all mildly disappointed. 3 years later she is back again with something new, fresh and this time, totally outstanding! Glory is simply a masterpiece of pure pop. She took what's best in pop music from last few years and put it together in 17 amazing songs. Every single one is so different and special. You won't believe your ears how glorious it is. "Britney is back!" they say... well, now she really is!… Expand
  78. JudyRich
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    A refreshing current sound that takes you on a musical journey. Delivering quality pop music is nothing new from the "Toxic" singer. Britney's ninth album reminds us of the music we truly enjoyed from her from previous albums such as Britney, In The Zone and Blackout. Her voice is finally heard on this record and we can hear the unique and nasally vocals that we first heard in Baby OneA refreshing current sound that takes you on a musical journey. Delivering quality pop music is nothing new from the "Toxic" singer. Britney's ninth album reminds us of the music we truly enjoyed from her from previous albums such as Britney, In The Zone and Blackout. Her voice is finally heard on this record and we can hear the unique and nasally vocals that we first heard in Baby One More Time. After her fifth album Blackout, Britney's music was declining in quality and delivery. Yes, she had plenty of great hits from Circus and Femme Fetale, but the Britney we knew that brought personality with her music was nowhere to be found. In Glory we welcome back the princess of pop! She is present, delivering and giving everyone who enjoys her music what they want from her. Glory is Britney's best album since Blackout.… Expand
  79. DeniFerreira
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    Best album of Britney Spears after IN THE ZONE. Incredible, epic BEST POP ALBUM 2016! Hello, grammy, glory deserves to be mentioned, category Pop Album and Best of the Year.
  80. ErickMAVJ
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    The new princess of pop Britney Spears' album is truly glorious. And, in a way, couldn't come at a better time. With stunning vocals, the urban promised on the previous album and all the intensity represents the new Britney's era. How not to be impressed with "Do You Wanna Come Over"? Or with the bilingual "Change Your Mind (No Seas Cortes)"? It's their best album in years. And there's noThe new princess of pop Britney Spears' album is truly glorious. And, in a way, couldn't come at a better time. With stunning vocals, the urban promised on the previous album and all the intensity represents the new Britney's era. How not to be impressed with "Do You Wanna Come Over"? Or with the bilingual "Change Your Mind (No Seas Cortes)"? It's their best album in years. And there's no doubt that this is the best pop album of the year.… Expand
  81. BradyStorkan
    Aug 26, 2016
    10
    They always say "Britney's back" well...she's actually back. Glory is an amazing return to the top of pop that Britney has almost always dominated. Her voice shines through on this record more than it has in years, and she seems to be having more fun than ever through the 17 songs. One of the best pop albums, if not the best pop album, of the year!
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 14 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 14
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 14
  3. Negative: 0 out of 14
  1. The Independent (UK)
    Sep 1, 2016
    60
    Although it marks no significant shift in style--she’s still mining the same pop-R&B seam--it’s undoubtedly a better effort than its predecessor.
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  2. musicOMH.com
    Sep 1, 2016
    60
    Like Britney herself, Glory is a fascinating if flawed listen--while she remains very much a singles artist, this is her most successful record in a while, and still contains glimpses of why she remains so compelling, 18 years into her career.
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  3. New Musical Express (NME)
    Sep 1, 2016
    60
    Glory is no masterpiece, but it’s a marked improvement on 2013’s ‘Britney Jean’, a messy attempt to merge thumping EDM tunes with supposedly reflective midtempo songs.
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