Icarus Falls
by ZAYN
  • Record Label: RCA
  • Release Date: Dec 14, 2018
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8.4

Universal acclaim- based on 477 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 17 out of 477
  3. Negative: 61 out of 477
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  1. Sadbarbie
    Dec 13, 2019
    10
    Excellent. Mind blowing! I didn't think Mind of Mine could be topped but zayn outdid himself. Trust zayn to always deliver quality content. Love this album. One of my top favorites of all time. Deserves so much more recognition. People are honestly missing out
  2. HollyBilly
    Dec 13, 2019
    10
    My fav songs:
    Scripted Satisfaction Common Tonight Back to life Entertainer Stand still
    Ncnl Siyr diesel If I Got You
  3. AnnaBM
    Oct 18, 2020
    10
    At first glance an album with 27 songs can scare you - is it not boring or tiring? But as soon as Icarus Falls starts you get involved in each song and time seems to stop! Zayn is extremely talented, an incredible composer and is certainly one of the greatest singers of this generation. His voice is engaging, smooth, soft. It's able to reach notes that few can get, changing from low toAt first glance an album with 27 songs can scare you - is it not boring or tiring? But as soon as Icarus Falls starts you get involved in each song and time seems to stop! Zayn is extremely talented, an incredible composer and is certainly one of the greatest singers of this generation. His voice is engaging, smooth, soft. It's able to reach notes that few can get, changing from low to high in seconds. Very proud of you Zayn!… Expand
  4. Siddharthvidya
    Dec 13, 2019
    10
    Well worth the long wait...beautiful tracks...There You Are, Let Me, Common and Tonight are masterpieces
  5. jessr
    Dec 14, 2019
    10
    He got over his first album. Icarus Falls has mature lyrics, was well-produced, and as a bonus Zayn used the famous greek myth very interestingly as an analogy to problems he has due to fame, and to a devastating ending of a relationship that was previously his salvation.
  6. vaisa99
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I mean could this album be any better no and it have all the elements. It's a masterpiece and it got gold certified in US and UK. I mean despite debuting at 61 at hot 200 that says talent transcends always. Anyway stream icarus falls.… Expand
  7. yknz
    Dec 16, 2019
    10
    i loved each and every one of the songs in these album, 10/10 would recommend
  8. muhammadumer990
    Dec 21, 2019
    10
    Best album I've ever listened! I love the blend of all the genres and his mastic melodies!
  9. Hdeel
    Dec 24, 2019
    10
    Zayn did it again just like he did with "Mind Of Mine" I loved the album length im such a huge fan to his music and knowing that im going to have 27 Songs made me the happiest ever, everything from the album concept to the unbelievable creative lyrics to the new and catchy beats and his angelic and huge vocals range that we all know, I just LOVED IT, God Bless Your Amazing Mind Zayn, im soZayn did it again just like he did with "Mind Of Mine" I loved the album length im such a huge fan to his music and knowing that im going to have 27 Songs made me the happiest ever, everything from the album concept to the unbelievable creative lyrics to the new and catchy beats and his angelic and huge vocals range that we all know, I just LOVED IT, God Bless Your Amazing Mind Zayn, im so obsessed with this one!!… Expand
  10. Gabyalison
    Dec 24, 2019
    10
    I discovered this album last October and been playing obsessively in my car at work at home everywhere. His voice is so soothing yet so mature. A few tracks i felt like skipping at first but after listening them few more times I'm now totally more into them? It deserves full 10
  11. nyazkilam
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    i love this album, is incredible, is amazing, is wonderful, is art, this album is perfect.
  12. Shuo
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Lyrics are the best thing about this album. PERIODT, any1 that says the lyrics aren't interesting are just illiterate or a harrie.
  13. bekeridou
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Amazing work , amazing vocals. Such an underrated artist we need more of Zayn in 2020
  14. Walls
    Jan 25, 2020
    10
    ZAYN amazes as always!! Really good songs!! Very beautiful voice!! Worth listening to!!
  15. harishchhetri
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Pure Masterpiece by Zayn Malik. Blend of many genres with an incredible voice, awesome production, and meaningful lyrics. But still underrated due to lack of promotion. #PureMasterpiece
  16. Anacarolina18
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this album is a work of art that deserves a grammy, there are 27 songs and none are bad… Expand
  17. Lizy
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    Great album, with so much heart felt moments, kid is really talented I actually started listening to it this year because my daughter usually listens to it in the car.
  18. elist91
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    Zayn is so talented, the album has such beautiful songs !!! Common and there you are are definitely my favorites !!!
  19. MarianaMattza
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    "Icarus Falls" sounds a lot different than the first one, "Mind Of Mine". It has 27 songs, that made me feel sad cause is too many and it got a little flop, but none of the songs are bad. I like the 2 part album style, the first one "Icarus" part has more lively songs, and the "falls" part has melancholy and anger.
  20. Gabrielecrist
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Arte. Arte. Arte. Arte. Arte. Arte. Arte. Arte. Arte. Arte. Arte. Arte. Arte. Arte. Arte. Arte. Arte. Arte.… Expand
  21. houishabit
    Feb 2, 2020
    10
    zayn is truly one of the bests singers of the generation and this album shows that he is not here just for fame. he is here to make the industry an more open and confortable place to just make some great music without worrying about numbers and charts.
  22. cipriano
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    Icarus Falls is a long and extensive album can be make not heard so first, because of the number of tracks. However, the boy Zayn surprised me to bring a long album that gives to hear until dawn day again. His sound, vocals, compositions and production are strong and continues with his spectacular work of not mixing with that generic pop but rather at his pace.
  23. acebalthazar
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    this album art. he is the real genius of our time. his music will live eternal. your angelic voice and your angelic soul compete.
  24. UMng
    Apr 9, 2020
    10
    Best album. I don't know how it didn't get much recognition. People must don't have taste.
  25. paigeprivee
    May 16, 2020
    10
    I absolutely love this album, and It's a conceptual masterpiece. This is the perfect sophomore album and I can't wait to see what he does next.
  26. Chars
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    If you know the story about the myth Icarus and Daedalus this whole song will blow your mind. To put 27 songs together to make a story and to show life being absurd by having ups and downs, this album is just a masterpiece. What a genius, Zayn.
  27. matthewjoseph_
    Aug 2, 2020
    10
    This album was one of the greatest yet underrated albums of our time. The seamless transition between different vibes of each section was immaculate to hear. One of the few albums I would die to listen to for the first time again. Did not get nearly enough praise as it should have, not a single skip on this album and I say that whole-heartedly. There is a song for everyone and every mood.This album was one of the greatest yet underrated albums of our time. The seamless transition between different vibes of each section was immaculate to hear. One of the few albums I would die to listen to for the first time again. Did not get nearly enough praise as it should have, not a single skip on this album and I say that whole-heartedly. There is a song for everyone and every mood. My personal favourites are Flight Of The Stars, Rainberry and Insomnia. Zayn has always had such an impressive voice and an incredible range, and this album definitely highlights that. If you had one day left on this planet, spend an 1hr 28mins listening to this masterpiece.… Expand
  28. Ashlee00013
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This is a very underrated album and all the songs in here are very very very good
  29. melissapearl
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing songs. Amazing music. Amazing high notes and falsettos. Amazing harmonies. I don't know where the ideas come from but Zayn, keep going man.
  30. Louboo25
    Aug 30, 2020
    10
    There's one thing this album really tells us about Zayn Malik: When he falls in love he falls deep. Not many artists can put out an album with 27 songs and make it work. ZAYN is one of those few. The story line of the album from the positive side of love 'Icarus' to the sadder side 'Falls' is very intriguing. He proves us again what an amazing vocalist he really is.
  31. Fernandinha
    Sep 5, 2020
    10
    Esse álbum é maravilhoso, Zayn traz um toque pessoal e profundas letras. O lado escuro feito com o som da guitarra cria uma vibe mais crua e interessante. Minhas favoritas são Icarus Interlude, Satisfaction e Entertainer.
  32. ivanester
    Sep 11, 2020
    10
    A perfect album, others should really take notes from him. every single song out there is so good and i’ve relistened the album so many times because its that good. It’s so underrated tho.
  33. AllanDuarte
    Sep 13, 2020
    10
    Uma baita evolução do Zayn em relação ao álbum anterior , 27 músicas que valem a pena serem ouvidas por conter alta qualidade
  34. ivanester145
    Sep 27, 2020
    10
    The album is so good, every track has its own meaning and vocals are outstandind. Deserves more!
  35. dooien
    Oct 2, 2020
    10
    The album is a masterpiece. The lyrics, the meaning and the production is just amazing!! Recommend starting off with Flight of the stars, insomnia, Scripted, Tonight and Entertainer. The whole album has diversity and the whole 'icarus' which is the positive vibe, where the heis still in live and then 'falls' where complications and depression starts to kick in. Love the album andThe album is a masterpiece. The lyrics, the meaning and the production is just amazing!! Recommend starting off with Flight of the stars, insomnia, Scripted, Tonight and Entertainer. The whole album has diversity and the whole 'icarus' which is the positive vibe, where the heis still in live and then 'falls' where complications and depression starts to kick in. Love the album and definitely one of my most favourite albums ever. Even if it is a bit long I have to listen to it at least once a week.… Expand
  36. ncoutinho
    Oct 18, 2020
    10
    esse álbum, assim como o zayn, é absolutamente TUDO e é perfeito em todos os detalhes
  37. eniyielf
    Nov 8, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. çok güzel mükemmel hayatımın albümü herkesin dinlemesi lazım sabaha kadar övebilirim… Expand
  38. deepender
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    Icarus falls is one of the best albums I have ever heard. its the kind of album that you you listen at night lights closed looking up the ceiling of your room and just keep staring and then dint realize that an hour has just passed. its a bit lengthy as there are 27 songs and in between it feels really slow if you decide to go in one go. so I suggest to listen in halves and as always zaynsIcarus falls is one of the best albums I have ever heard. its the kind of album that you you listen at night lights closed looking up the ceiling of your room and just keep staring and then dint realize that an hour has just passed. its a bit lengthy as there are 27 songs and in between it feels really slow if you decide to go in one go. so I suggest to listen in halves and as always zayns voice is mesmerising.
    my fav songs of the album are :
    let me
    common
    stand still
    if I got you
    there you are
    sour diesel
    good years
    too much    … Expand
  39. sabsab
    Jan 15, 2021
    10
    excellent album, never been disappointed even once by the quality of Zayn’s music
  40. Moumi
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    Love this album! It's so good!! Each track offers a different mix of emotion. Love it. ❤
  41. MeenalKaushal
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    A LYRICAL AND MUSICAL MASTERPIECE
    ZAYN KNOWS WHAT HE IS DOING

    FAVOURITE TRACKS FROM THE ALBUM? TALK TO ME AND THERE YOU ARE ✨

    A WORK OF ART
  42. vitorialwite
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    Zayn on his third album showed a more sensitive side, singing music with incredible melodies with lyrics sexy and equally good, a combination of everything good in the R&B universe, it's the best ex 1D solo album.
  43. Alexandreds
    Oct 24, 2022
    10
    This Album is extremely well produced and very cleverly written. I know most people won’t appreciate because the length of this record, but it’s really a masterpiece once you listen then way is intended to. The first part of the album is all about love and the second half is about how a seemingly perfect relationship can become toxic.
  44. Riz_wannn
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    Most people get put off due to the long tracklist 27 songs.. But listening to it partially is the best way.. As it a more mature and personal album and at the end you will start loving it after short sessions of listens
  45. Allyislistening
    Feb 8, 2021
    10
    Amazing album ! Due to the lenght of the album, it takes time to really appreciate it. Zayn's silky smooth voice is a pleasure to listen to. What a voice ! He is so talented ! I listen to it every day and I'm not able to choose my favorite song. It's a shame that he does not get the support of his record label to promote it. Zayn is a true artist, he deserves so much more recognition.
  46. Itis_me
    Mar 22, 2021
    10
    This album is amazing I suggest to listen to this great album and you'll maybe like Icarus falls
  47. vvisenya13
    May 17, 2021
    10
    justin bieber said he deserves a grammy? it is true. this work is so pure it deserves to be appreciated with more recognition
  48. bbcah
    May 21, 2021
    10
    This album is so underrated. It's so calm and relaxing and his voice...man, I love this
  49. Brightcyp12
    Nov 21, 2021
    10
    obra de arte todo el álbum mis canciones favoritas sin duda son back to life, rainberry y icarus interlude
  50. cinnamongirl97
    Oct 15, 2021
    10
    This album is ART. From beginning to end, it tells a story in such a beautiful and vulnerable way. The first part of the album is about the rise of Icarus meanwhile the second part talks about the fall of Icarus. I really liked the fact that he was inspired by a mythological character, it shows how creative Zayn really is. Each song tells a different story and yet the album is veryThis album is ART. From beginning to end, it tells a story in such a beautiful and vulnerable way. The first part of the album is about the rise of Icarus meanwhile the second part talks about the fall of Icarus. I really liked the fact that he was inspired by a mythological character, it shows how creative Zayn really is. Each song tells a different story and yet the album is very cohesive. Common speaks to my heart, Back to Life is just incredible, Stand Still is poetic, Tonight is a huge bop, Flight Of The Stars is one of my favorites, If I Got You is fun to listen to, There You Are is a PERFECT pop song, Sour Diesel is sexy, Insomnia is a song you would listen to for an hour, and Dusk Till Dawn is one of his biggest hits. Would it be a better if he scrapped some songs and kept 12-14 songs? Yes. Am I complaining to have 29 songs on this album? No, because they are all greats. Other artists have a difficult time even writing 10 songs in short amount of time meanwhile Zayn keeps being productive. This album deserved a better rollout and a better promotion. One of the most creative albums of this decade. Well done Zayn, you never disappoint.… Expand
  51. RudradeepDas
    Dec 16, 2021
    10
    Icarus Falls Is the Best Zayn Album it deserved more recognition and attention, every single track in the album different sound and it had a very versatile sound, it's just an amazing album, loved it.
  52. skylecrawling
    Mar 13, 2022
    10
    olha, gostar de 29 músicas em um álbum eh surreal, esse álbum realmente ta incrível o melhor trabalho dele
  53. mountainturk
    Apr 14, 2022
    10
    This album has 29 songs and like 1 single skip. That’s insane, he’s truly a real artist. I love the concept of the album, the lyrics are great and the music is amazing imo. I get that its pretty long for most people, it could’ve been shorter but I kinda love that it isn’t.
  54. RotiVv00_
    Sep 19, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Honestly, this is one of Zayn's best works.
    It's amazing how Zayn crafted this album. So that even "Icarus Interlude" we have a more "happy" and "joyful" (so to speak) narrative.
    While right after Interlude we received a more "melancholy" side due to the fall of Icarus.    … Expand
  55. CarlosAlberto67
    Nov 18, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Eu escuto esse album até hj com a mesma energia, só melhora com o tempo. Pena não ter sido tão trabalhado os singles para sua promoção.… Expand
  56. Burningru
    Apr 16, 2023
    10
    Best zayn album for a reason,I know that the length isn't ideal but once you give this a chance there is no going back.
  57. lUcOzAdExx
    Dec 7, 2020
    9
    "Icarus Falls" is an album that remarks Zayn's growth as an artist, because of a lot of different elements, like the new sounds, lyrics and experimentations with his voice, i praise those things, but definetely is a really long album, and for a person that is not a big fan of him, some songs can get lost in the way, he could've done very different with the launchment of the album, i don't"Icarus Falls" is an album that remarks Zayn's growth as an artist, because of a lot of different elements, like the new sounds, lyrics and experimentations with his voice, i praise those things, but definetely is a really long album, and for a person that is not a big fan of him, some songs can get lost in the way, he could've done very different with the launchment of the album, i don't know, release two parts in different moments or maybe release the 27-track album as a deluxe version, he didn't even put "Dusk till Dawn" in the standard version, which is a shame considering that is one of his best songs (for me), but the album definetely shows what is Zayn as an artist and what his essence is in music.… Expand
  58. AngelAntonio96
    Jan 24, 2020
    9
    El álbum es genial, ZAYN es muy talentoso un gran artista. Lo único malo es que el álbum tiene demasiadas canciones. La portada no me gusta mucho, pero las canciones suenan muy bien, él es super talentoso y merece tener más éxito
  59. pursuingdreams
    Dec 20, 2018
    9
    Overall a decent and cool album. The music sounds enigmatic and his voice is attractive and perfect. Zayn is one of the best vocalists in the world. Most of the songs are compelling while others are not so good. But no song stands out, meaning that none of the songs has the potential to be a hit single. That's probably the reason why he flops(no shade I'm his fan). He could delete severalOverall a decent and cool album. The music sounds enigmatic and his voice is attractive and perfect. Zayn is one of the best vocalists in the world. Most of the songs are compelling while others are not so good. But no song stands out, meaning that none of the songs has the potential to be a hit single. That's probably the reason why he flops(no shade I'm his fan). He could delete several tracks to make the album a little bit shorter and make 1 or 2 unforgettable songs with catchy hooks. Hope he can run better on charts and make better albums.
    Best: Let Me, Natural, Back to Life, Common, Tonight, There You Are, Entertainer, All That, Good Years, Rainberry, No Candle No Light
    Worst: Talk To Me, Icarus Interlude, You Wish You Knew, Fresh Air    … Expand
  60. Max_Graves
    Dec 20, 2018
    9
    I'm in love and I want to fall in love. There are so many layers to the symbolism in this project. Zayn is obsessed with someone and doesn't care who knows. Everything about this is deeply romantic and emotional. I find myself returning to it repeatedly since the first download. It grows on you pretty heavily after about the third listen. With each listen, you feel like you're finallyI'm in love and I want to fall in love. There are so many layers to the symbolism in this project. Zayn is obsessed with someone and doesn't care who knows. Everything about this is deeply romantic and emotional. I find myself returning to it repeatedly since the first download. It grows on you pretty heavily after about the third listen. With each listen, you feel like you're finally comprehending what it is he's trying to convey beneath the surface level a little better. Standout tracks for me are Tonight, There you are, and Scripted. Tons of references in this one, but if you're like me you'll enjoy trying to uncover them!… Expand
  61. DemaSaad
    Dec 12, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is not repetitive have a lot of different sounds and even though it’s long but non of the songs are skip-able. Shame on the critics for not giving it a higher score… Expand
  62. aurorabarbieri
    Feb 2, 2020
    9
    One of the best album ever!
    I've always loved Zayn's music and he's never disappoined me
  63. KHgB88
    Feb 8, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Icarus Falls is a two part album with 27 tracks, (which honestly I find it a little too much, but I'm not complaining) all incredible songs. The first 12 until the interlude are representing the good initial (or not) times of a relationship where he represents himself as Icarus and compares his lover to the sun. The rest represent his downfall, his "fall from the sky". It's an interesting theme narrated from Z's perspective on his relationship(s).

    What's a downer is the lack of promotion this album had and the kind of excessive amount of tracks didn't help.    … Expand
  64. jpthiago
    Oct 18, 2022
    9
    Album gostoso e bem a frente do tempo dele. As melhores são let me, Common, If a Got You, Talk To Me, You Wish I Knew, Entertainer, All That e minha favorita Still Got Time. Menino lindo com ótimo potencial.
  65. Gods_Son23
    Dec 23, 2018
    8
    Some 'people' are whinging over the length of this album like no one has released double albums before. Sit your ADHD a$$ down and move on to EPs. I mean, we are in the age of streaming where after one listen it's so easy to remove the songs you don't like or consider filler. You don't have to hit skip as if it's a CD or fast forward/rewind like it's the 80s. For 27 songs the consistencySome 'people' are whinging over the length of this album like no one has released double albums before. Sit your ADHD a$$ down and move on to EPs. I mean, we are in the age of streaming where after one listen it's so easy to remove the songs you don't like or consider filler. You don't have to hit skip as if it's a CD or fast forward/rewind like it's the 80s. For 27 songs the consistency is fairly good here. Even with the amount of songs the best don't touch the high points of his debut but there isn't much I don't like and there are about 10 I've already put into my best of R&B playlist. Good, chill R&B with plenty of memorable hooks.… Expand
  66. Cley
    Mar 25, 2020
    8
    A really good album,but it was TOO long (27 songs).That´s why the album didn´t sell well and is considered a comercial Flop.
    In the next one ZAYN should mix quality (which he has to spare) and a more commercial view (less songs and choose wisely the singles).
    Best songs (in my opnion) : Back to Life,Flight of the Stars,Entertainer.
    8/10
  67. sara25482532
    Dec 18, 2018
    8
    the music is good but the album is so long. he could've dropped some songs from the record and the collabs were not at the level of the other songs. most importantly you can feel how distant the singer is from his work this actually gave me bad vibes
  68. funkclea
    Jan 22, 2019
    8
    A very good album with a lot of songs, so at first you can be worried some of them would look alike but it feels like all of them are bringing a different vibe and emotion.
  69. MARTINCARDENAS
    Nov 3, 2021
    8
    More than 20 songs that are really superior to his previous work, a rich mix of sounds and notes
  70. Vienna
    Dec 18, 2019
    8
    There are 5 songs I can clearly point out as songs I will time and time again play on repeat.
  71. Kinko
    Nov 29, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Love the greek legend Icarus reference. 29 tracks, this is a Christmas gift from Zayn. Vocal is amazing as ever, lyrics are great, spectacular album overall! The layers of his voice is epic.
    Review on tracklist:
    Starting the album with lighter/sweet happy songs.
    1. Let Me: Great single, though heavily produced but the lyrics made it very romantic song, great.
    2. Natural: Intimate sweet song, nice.
    3. Back To Life: Love the lyrics, average.
    4. Common: Not a great fan of the melody but the lyrics always great. Get average from me.
    5. Imprint: Love the light feels on the song, he really trying to coax his lover back. His voice is soothing, nice song!
    6. Stand Still: Beautiful relaxing song, lyrics are top notch! Great song.
    6. Tonight: This is the song that I was waiting for, very sexy voice, love it. He delivered. Lyrics very capturing, love the beat. Great great song. 7. Flights of the Stars: Another back to back amazing song after Tonight. Great song, lyrics are overwhelming in a good way. My favourite song so far and never tired to listen again. 9. If I Got You: The lyrics are interesting, but in the repetition in the chorus really a mood cutter. Average song for me.
    10. Talk To Me: This song should be one of the album single. Very catchy, lyrics are average, but the beat tho, love it so much. Great song.
    11. There You Are: Not really fav, lyrics are straight forward, but the guitar play is good. 12. I Don't Mind: This song lyrics is projecting the album theme. Love this song! Great for me.
    Starting this point, the songs become darker, which add the layer of the album.
    13. Icarus Interlude: I love the guitar play, his soothing voice and the lyrics, makes me smile. Very deep. Vocal runs at the end of this song is relaxing. Average.
    14. Good Guy: At first this song is reminding me of cowboy in the desert feels. Very intimidating, but the vibes it gave is very addictive. One of my fav song, great, great song, love it!
    15. You Wish You Knew: Beat is so catchy, the vibe is so chilling, the lyrics makes me wondering who he's been talking about. I wish I knew. Average song.
    16. Sour Diesel: Straight fall in love with the guitar, his high notes in this is chef's kiss. Funk rock, I like it so much, great song!
    17. Satisfaction: The bass is great. Lyrics outstanding, makes you reflect your life alot. Great song, I have nothing more to say!
    18. Scripted: The song is flowy, love it, average chill song. But the clip in the song is he describing Let Me. Hm I just want to know why.
    19. Entertainer: One of my fav, the shade in this song is so spicy. The song is fire. Great great song.
    20. All That: The melody is weird, don't really like it. The lyrics is so-so. Average.
    21. Good Years: The OT5s are triggered by this song is so funny. Very sad song, although for me is average song.
    22. Fresh Air: Another song that gives weird energy for me. But his vocal is playful, I kinda like it. Lyrics is so-so. Average.
    23. Rainberry: Love it the first time hear it. Heavily produced. The shade is something that I dig. Lol idk why. I just love it, great song!
    24. Insomnia: Very personal song for me, the lyrics got me screaming!!! XD Great song!
    25. No Candle No Light: Love the lyrics, love the beat, but idk, maybe Nicki not really my cup of tea. Average.
    26. Fingers: The lyrics got me in my feelings, very exposed. The song producing can be better imo. Average song.
    27. Too Much: The lyrics got me puzzled. The song is not so great but I like the rhythm and the flow. Average.
    28. Still Got Time: Summer vibes, fire! Great song.
    29. Dusk Till Dawn: Epic song, no one can change my mind. Only Zayn can sing this, with Sia obviously. Great collab! The high note is epic!    … Expand
  72. Gandhar3
    Mar 2, 2022
    8
    His best album. Every song will surprise you but is too big. Best songs are obviously still got time & DTD. But from the original it is You Wish you knew let me & entertainer
  73. PeterSant
    Jan 4, 2020
    7
    Among many hype, Zayn still managed to do audible work. His compositions range from simple nonsense to beautiful stories sung on this album. "Icarus Falls" is literally dualistic, in the sense that Zayn mainly goes through the first part of the set, a ripening from the previous work, that ripening is shown in "Stand Still", "Flight of the Stars" and the beautiful "Icarus Interlude" byAmong many hype, Zayn still managed to do audible work. His compositions range from simple nonsense to beautiful stories sung on this album. "Icarus Falls" is literally dualistic, in the sense that Zayn mainly goes through the first part of the set, a ripening from the previous work, that ripening is shown in "Stand Still", "Flight of the Stars" and the beautiful "Icarus Interlude" by sincere and cohesive way and balancing the album.
    His second part, Zayn shows himself as a man who left all his demons behind, as in the first part, subjects like drugs, sex, relationships, and fame are waning in the second part of set, I hear a more fearless Zayn than the previous part, examples are "Good Guy", "Entertainer" and "Too Much", cited the first track that opens this part, I think the sample of "Bang Bang" could have been used better. One track that surprises me a lot on CD 2 is "Satisfaction" which features a beautiful song full of feelings, this is a highlight of the work, not compared to weakness of the album which is "No Candle No Light" which I find a spite and annoying, perhaps being the biggest mistake of this album.
    "Icarus Falls" may not be a well-known work, but Zayn's effort makes the album shine especially brightly.    … Expand
  74. Vaibav
    Jan 15, 2019
    7
    I decided to listen to the album, and the middle is pretty boring. He scattered good songs at the beginning and the end of the album. Mind Of Mine was good, but this is even better. Good job Zayn. But most of the songs feel like they are computer-generated. I mean they are so much similar and so much effects are applied to his voice.
  75. JMalik
    Dec 26, 2018
    6
    so lets walk trough this....track by track.
    1.Let Me....Good song, its not Pillowtalk but its a decent track that works fine as an album
    opener. 2.Natural....obviously u can hear MYKL touch on this one, production-wise, it's like dRunK meets Michael jackson's Earth Song..weird..mehh..the only thing memorable here is the high notes..Next!! 3.Back To Life....Nice slow tempo song with    so lets walk trough this....track by track.
    1.Let Me....Good song, its not Pillowtalk but its a decent track that works fine as an album
    opener.
    2.Natural....obviously u can hear MYKL touch on this one, production-wise, it's like dRunK meets
    Michael jackson's Earth Song..weird..mehh..the only thing memorable here is the high notes..Next!!
    3.Back To Life....Nice slow tempo song with disco vibes carried by electric guitars.
    4. Common....For me, a standout track in both albums..once again the Hannides Bros. always deliver,
    this song got good lyrics, good arrangments and vocals.
    5. Imprint...If "iTs YoU" was the self proclaimed Centerpiece of MoM(I respectfully
    disagree),"Imprint" Along with "Scripted", should be the Centerpieces of this one. I also think
    that they kinda belong to MoM(If they were, MoM would be so SOLID and EVEN MORE COHESIVE RECORD),
    maybe its the mood they have, maybe its because they are way too good, any way, this song is soo
    simple and so damn good.
    6.Stand Still....mmmmm, this one is weird, but the Highlight here is the guitar at the end,
    GODDAMNIT!!
    7.Tonight....A potential good track when u here the verses that suddenly becomes trash when u here
    the chorus.
    8.Flight of the Stars.....again another weird song, I dunno, maybe its their placement in the album
    that makes me feel like that, it's like there are too many slow tempo/moody songs next to each
    other that kinda makes yuo bored, I really dunno, I love the title though.
    9.If I Got You....Such a generic song doesnt deserve to be in this record at all, I hate this
    song..NEXT!!
    10.Talk To Me...Finally a brighter song after a while, with Urban/Tropical feelings, the thing here
    its that I personally believe that Z hasn't figure out that he sings F***ing AWESOME and he doesnt
    need to change the way he sings(I am talking 'bout the verses here, I dont like when he doesnt
    project his voice not even a bit, He does that sometimes, He needs to realize that he doesnt have
    to do that to sound mature).
    11.There You Are...Definetly a POP song in this album, GOOD song , it reminiscens 1D in all ways
    here, nice memories to remember.
    12.I Dont Mind...It stars with a DJ Kalhed piano, it reminds me of "Do You Mind" by Dj Khaled,
    again the song is ok cause for me, it never goes where it should.
    13.Icarus Interlude....mmm..What Can I say about this song?I ve heard it several times now and I
    dont like the melody in the guitar..I know its suppossed to be dark and all that **** but NOOO,
    there is NO WAY you call that guitar sound MUSIC, it DOESNT FIT , IT JUST DOESNT, which brings me
    to my next point.
    14.Good Guy...i didnt like it ata all at the beginning, but then i read the lyrics and it kinda built up eventually, the guitar sample was sick!!!
    15.You Wish You Knew...decent track.
    16. Sour Diesel...The first song I ve ever heard in my life that reminds me of Seinfield TV SitCom,
    that Base at the end!!, its a good song, it feels like one of those reock n roll driven songs that
    Michael Jackson had and they were good, but that Base, its a NONONO.
    17.Satisfaction...another decent track AGAIN, it kinda bores cause like OTHER TRACKS HERE never
    goes anywhere, though its worth listening.
    18. Scripted....Meet Frank Oceans Channel Orange lost child, this song belongs to that record, its
    sooo brilliant, its perfect, I guess we know who's behind this(Malay)
    19.Entertainer...I am tired of typing at this moment..."sighs"..ok..quickly ..we all know this song
    a while ago now and there isnt much to say bout it.
    20.All That...AGAIN it doesnt deserve to be in this record AT ALL.
    21.Good Years...Nice Ballad with some real High Notes, another diss to his 1D times(not like
    bEfOuR) but either way, try not to listen to this one too much you might get bored of it.
    22.Fresh Air...One of Z's worst songs ever!!
    23.Rainberry..an OK song with good lyrics and bad production. 24.Insomnia..another track here that fails to deliver, this time its because of the verses (DAMN!!)the chorus reminds me of a Justin T song back when he did Justified, and I like that, but the verses ..NO NO NO 25.No Candle No Light...How many time do I have to type this?? IT DOESNT DESERV..... 26.Fingers......mehh...lyrics are nice 27.Too Much.....Timbaland can do better and We know it, but ..decent effort, finally, this songs becomes repetitive like some others I mentioned earlier, they never go anywhere. So Zayn, I think we all agree here when we say that ther was no need to put 27 tracks at all. I think you should go and talk to Kehlani or SZA or Jhene Aiko and ask them how do I make a PR&B album, with good arrangments and production?Just because you throw in some random sounds, that DOESNT make it experimental R&B, No ZAYN, NO!!!    … Expand
  76. Joel_Freecheck
    May 29, 2020
    6
    Far too long to call good but packed with enough gems to maintain it's decent quality. By trimming off the excess, Zayn could have released a damn good record.
  77. Sofiamachado
    Mar 27, 2020
    6
    Not going to lie, this album has potential and this boy too, but I see there is a fatigue in listening to this record. The vocals are almost perfect, the lyrics are very metaphorical and deep but, is something missing. The album is very tiring to hear, the songs too. They are very long and there’s a lot of them, in some of them the noise pollution is big and the voice is too low, he wasNot going to lie, this album has potential and this boy too, but I see there is a fatigue in listening to this record. The vocals are almost perfect, the lyrics are very metaphorical and deep but, is something missing. The album is very tiring to hear, the songs too. They are very long and there’s a lot of them, in some of them the noise pollution is big and the voice is too low, he was kind of aimless I would say.… Expand
  78. NETMUSIC
    Jan 11, 2019
    4
    Firstly, why isn't Dusk Till Dawn, his best song, on this album? Secondly and foremost, who thought 27 tracks was a good idea?

    The good Song(s):
    Fingers
    Too Much
    Let Me
    Rainberry
    Flight of the Stars
    Fingers
    Sour Diesels

    Bad Song(s):
    Everything else.
  79. miguelcstb
    Mar 4, 2023
    2
    I felt absolutely nothing listening to this. It brings nothing to the table, like... it is completely forgettable. Zayn has a great voice to be wasting it making music this mediocre. This was a complete disappointment.
  80. luciaaasmith
    Sep 27, 2020
    0
    A disappointment! I didn’t exactly love his first album, but this one was not it.
  81. music_muse
    Jan 16, 2021
    0
    Definitely one of the most underrated albums of 2018. Icarus Falls was a concept album and it was just too good. The length of the album is the main reason of it being underappreciated, however, it gives the listener satisfying feels when you finish off the 27 tracks. The vocals as always, crazy good.
  82. flawschemistry
    Jan 16, 2021
    0
    As said in my ‘mind of mine’ review, i got a lot of recommendations about this lad on twitter from 1D fans so I decided to give it a try and listen to all his work. It’s interesting how the lyrics have matured a little bit on this album but for God sake, 27 songs? And they are all the same! I value his effort to produce something between frank ocean and abel tesfaye but he needs moreAs said in my ‘mind of mine’ review, i got a lot of recommendations about this lad on twitter from 1D fans so I decided to give it a try and listen to all his work. It’s interesting how the lyrics have matured a little bit on this album but for God sake, 27 songs? And they are all the same! I value his effort to produce something between frank ocean and abel tesfaye but he needs more originality and be genuine in his songs, it seems that the songs are made for teenagers in the prime of puberty, which is why this was one of the most boring albums I've ever heard… Expand
  83. cvmeronblvke
    Dec 17, 2022
    0
    I was hesitant to listen to this album because of the duration of album. However, it was worth the 1 hour and 30-minute listen. Zayn's vocals soar across the album with mid-tempo beats play. Definitely a thrilling experience. 10/10
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. NOW Magazine
    Jan 31, 2019
    80
    It’s an inward, headphones-on plug into a young man wrestling with varying levels of success, from codependency and addictive behaviour to self-acceptance. It’s the sound of Zayn grappling with toxic masculinity.
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  2. The Observer (UK)
    Dec 26, 2018
    60
    Once you accept the intimidating length and occasional clumsy lyric (see: “An attack of the mind / like Optimus Prime in his prime”), there’s plenty here to appreciate.
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  3. Consequence
    Dec 20, 2018
    58
    Icarus Falls has a lot of songs and some of them are quite good. As a vehicle for blitzing the internet with Zayn singles, the album is totally effective. But the concept is only half-conceived, and the listening experience is repetitive and dull.
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