Isolation
by Kali Uchis
  • Record Label: Virgin
  • Release Date: Apr 6, 2018
User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 454 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 420 out of 454
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 454
  3. Negative: 25 out of 454
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  1. GuyIsHot
    Apr 14, 2018
    10
    Best debut since SZA's CTRL. A beautifully crafted masterpiece which is more than anything an interesting combination of genres, styles of singing and collabs.
  2. Llan
    Apr 8, 2018
    10
    A voz dela contagia e é muito viciante. Me lembrou da Amy Winehouse, porém, sem jazz e toda atitude. É mais suave e doce. Os gêneros explorados no álbum são diversos, da bossa nova até reggaeton, porém eles combinam muito bem e não parecem incoerentes. As letras também são muito boas.
  3. andrespinov
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    Kali is a genius, she is working with people with their own style and now she got the her one. The lyrics and sounds make you feel wonderful in your dreams just like she says.
  4. PeterSant
    Dec 29, 2019
    10
    A job well done and cohesive, in which Kali shows rhythm variants that incorporate Psychedelic Pop, R&B, Latino and Hip-Hop / Rap. An album worth listening to.
  5. vonzmirlen
    Apr 12, 2018
    10
    There is no track one would skip in Isolation. Great first album by Kali Uchis. Wouldn't have expected anything less from her.
  6. MosesQueen
    Aug 11, 2018
    10
    Isolation by Kali Uchis one of the greatest female R&B releases of all time. All this instrumentals are magic and genius. What about lyrics? It's such a masterpiece! I think Kali must have a big future in music industry like a producer/songwriter.
  7. romakrysa
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    This is one of my favorite R&B albums of all time so far. Thank you Kali for this amazing work.
  8. samwich21
    Apr 9, 2018
    10
    Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show-stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference, put it in a blender, **** on it, vomit on it, eat it, give birth to it, - Isolation is all of those things. Kali Uchis' debut album is never a bore and is a completely refreshing listen. I hope to hear more fromTalented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show-stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference, put it in a blender, **** on it, vomit on it, eat it, give birth to it, - Isolation is all of those things. Kali Uchis' debut album is never a bore and is a completely refreshing listen. I hope to hear more from her in the future! My favorite tracks are "After the Storm", "Nuestro Planeta", and "In My Dreams."… Expand
  9. ANDRESOVALLE6
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    Con una gran mezcla de sonidos, kali Uchis refresca la escena musical con un largo pero muy emotivo álbum mostrándose tal cual es.
  10. vinethewalker
    May 7, 2018
    10
    Kali just closed the Tumblr tab and started to work as a woman, feminist and empowerful human being that want to thrills with her fans way to beautiful latino dream. This is purely Urban/contemporary perfection
  11. alvdoes
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    Kali really did what she was trying to do with this one. The album has this awesome atmosphere that surrounds every single track - and because of that don't think they're all the same; they're totally unique. What can I say? It's perfect.
  12. TomIce1234
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    Unbelievable. Every song was a sheer pleasure to listen to, Kali’s voice, songwriting and production is impeccable. She’s managed to fuse many genres into a unique sound that’s just beautiful. Love it!
  13. omarruiz
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    This album provides a very chill and fresh R&B/Soul sound. She seems like a whole new fresh artist ready to get her spotlight. No one can deny that this is a phenomenal debut album with amazing productions, and amazing lyrics. DON'T SLEEP ON HER.
  14. oliver_gibbon
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    Uchis' latest release is almost comedic in sheer quality and cohesion of sound
  15. thenayan
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    The production is amazing with chill R&B sounds and her voice sounds great. Definitely one of my favorite releases of the year so far.
  16. Picthforkei
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    Kali é umas melhores artistas do seculo, felizmente aclamadissima com 88. obrigado por tudo kali
  17. LaloAlatorre
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    Kali logró superarse con esta obra maestra del R&B poniendo en alto a su Colombia y dando un ejemplo de como realmente HACER BUENA MUSICA.
  18. RomanVendy
    Sep 18, 2018
    10
    невероятный латино-соул шедевр, лучшие треки - "your teeth in my neck" и "in my dreams"
  19. JavierQueen
    Jun 2, 2018
    10
    Llegando llegando ahora que me doy cuenta es patrón de todo Primal Heart y Melodrama, lo siento pero es la verdad, patrona de todas sirvienta de nadie, cuando lo escuché dije: "Terrora" pero ahora me doy cuenta que la mejor canción de ese álbum es mmmm... TODAS y más Nuestro PlARTneta, mega arte esa caciona
  20. jrodrigs
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    This album is a masterpiece from the beginning to the end. The sonority mixed with the lyrics give me chills, and I love ot.
  21. xxccvv
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    Very good album, very chill, cohesive. The production is amazing and shows her true style very well.
  22. tassioslv
    Jun 21, 2018
    10
    Kali mais uma vez criando conteúdo perfeito para seus fãs, ela sabe exatamente o que eles querem e entrega um trabalho impecável. A gente dá play no álbum e viaja, consegue ser dançante e relaxante ao mesmo tempo.
  23. DominicBelisle
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    This album is by far the closest thing music will ever be to Amy Winehouse and other likings of the R&B era of the 70s-80s-90s and 00s. The opening track "Body Language (Intro)" opens the album with the freshest sound music has seen in a while. Kali Uchis is an icon in the making. Tracks like After the Storm and Tyrant will give you a flashback to a hot California night under the moonlightThis album is by far the closest thing music will ever be to Amy Winehouse and other likings of the R&B era of the 70s-80s-90s and 00s. The opening track "Body Language (Intro)" opens the album with the freshest sound music has seen in a while. Kali Uchis is an icon in the making. Tracks like After the Storm and Tyrant will give you a flashback to a hot California night under the moonlight ocean. By far, this album surpasses expectations and Uchis proves that she is a serious artist. This album will be at every "Best albums of the year" end list, and will most likely have many Grammy nominations and hopefully, awards.… Expand
  24. wahyunx
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    A strong debut that shows not only Uchis's amazing songwritting skills but also her vocal abilities and how she can make a 15-track album go by so seamless and effortless.
  25. lauradelreyxo
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    My girl Kali did that the album is amazing :) thanks Kali for doing this for me i love you girl
  26. alexforrest99
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    Queen Kali did just THAT! She scalped me really bad and had me shook till I passed out on my bedroom's wooden Burmese floor. She is the only artist that has a nice Intro apart from Xtina!!
  27. bodakyellow
    Apr 18, 2018
    10
    This beautiful album has expanded my love for Kali immensely and will continue to do so for many years to come. Favourite tracks: Miami, Nuestro Planeta, In My Dreams, After The Storm
  28. DJJew
    Apr 9, 2018
    10
    The funky and soulful production all over this album is phenomenal, especially when combined with Kali's beautiful voice, the features on here are very solid, overall this is a very strong debut album and i hope she gains more recognition.

    favorite tracks: Miami, Just A Stranger, Your Teeth In My Neck, Dead To Me, (just to name a few)
  29. gatinhodedeus
    Jun 29, 2018
    10
    kali uchis is so tallented and briliant, amazing album!! jorja smith and reykon gave a new tune to the album, and so completed it perfectly
  30. CHICHORRO
    Apr 12, 2018
    10
    All album so good and fantastic, one the best´s albums of the year sure.
    I hope you will be nominated for a Grammy
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87

Universal acclaim - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 17
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 17
  3. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. The Guardian
    Dec 21, 2018
    80
    Isolation is a record that feels rich, self-assured and deeply personal--and one that should ensure Uchis isn’t relegated to second billing ever again.
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  2. AllMusic
    Dec 4, 2018
    80
    For all its entertaining art-pop feats, Isolation is just as remarkable for serious moments like "Killer," in which Uchis reaches a high degree of anguish that only real-life experience can arouse.
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  3. No Ripcord
    May 22, 2018
    70
    With such a wide-ranging collection of retro sounds blended into one record, the fact that the album’s near 45-minute runtime avoids any real stale moments is another triumph from Uchis.
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