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

Universal acclaim- based on 477 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 399 out of 477
  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.
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Metascore
70

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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