Jaguar
by Victoria Monét
  • Record Label: Tribe
  • Release Date: Aug 7, 2020
User Score
8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 114 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 100 out of 114
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 114
  3. Negative: 11 out of 114
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  1. cortez0120
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    This is how you make an album! Victoria is clearly a super talented writer and crafted such a cohesive album that flows beautifully. Every single song is GREAT. There are no skips and no dull moments!
  2. VitorMacauba
    Sep 3, 2020
    10
    One of the best albums released this year (2020). It’s just such a R&B perfection, it makes u feel like u are floating and flying while listening to it. The lyrics and the beats are awesome!
  3. DavidMaher
    Aug 8, 2020
    10
    Monet has constructed an r&b album that feels simultaneously nostalgic and modern. Silky smooth vocals backed by funky instrumentals that build throughout and clever, straight lyrics which don't dance around the point of what she's trying to say have made this one of my favourite albums of 2020 and I do not say that lightly. She is a woman most known for her songwriting credits for some ofMonet has constructed an r&b album that feels simultaneously nostalgic and modern. Silky smooth vocals backed by funky instrumentals that build throughout and clever, straight lyrics which don't dance around the point of what she's trying to say have made this one of my favourite albums of 2020 and I do not say that lightly. She is a woman most known for her songwriting credits for some of the biggest artists in the world, most famously, Ariana Grande, but with this project, we see her emerge from the American-Italian superstar's shadow, as she begins to make a real name for herself as a major player in the music industry.… Expand
  4. ediane
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    ela é a fodona da internet!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!
  5. Reynald
    May 15, 2021
    10
    This is a really great album. Dive is my favourite song. Perfectionnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn
  6. CHristianLamar
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    I’ve found the album of the year, and it’s made by a black woman, with a powerful voice, and is still a growing, underrated, artistic genius. Each of the tracks sound different, each give a different experience (pun or no pun) and a new aura to listening to R&B, Pop, and/or Disco, IMO. I love this, I see it as flawless, and with time, this might be in my top 10 albums of all time, notI’ve found the album of the year, and it’s made by a black woman, with a powerful voice, and is still a growing, underrated, artistic genius. Each of the tracks sound different, each give a different experience (pun or no pun) and a new aura to listening to R&B, Pop, and/or Disco, IMO. I love this, I see it as flawless, and with time, this might be in my top 10 albums of all time, not kidding. It might be by the end of this year, honestly!… Expand
  7. Javisarceno
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Arte, Victoria es una de las mejores escritoras y cantantes completas que hay actualmente, es una diosa y en este álbum y sus vocals son lo mejor ✨… Expand
  8. estcarreras
    Nov 3, 2020
    10
    underrated masterpiece! love her sm. it’s so good!!! ndjsjdkdkdkdkdkd djsjdjsjdjnsnds
  9. pelissium
    Sep 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ART. Victoria made a brilliant and luxurious body of work that is cohesive and mesmerizing. Highlights include tracks like "Go there with you" and "Jaguar". I love the different instruments used throughout this album, and Monet's writing is as clever as ever. One of the most underrated albums of the year, and it comes from a queer black woman. Can't wait to hear more from her!… Expand
  10. kcc
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    the opening of the album (moment) take us to this calm track but with beautiful strings, lyrics & vocals. all through the album she’s serving vocals & rocking the instrumental part (violins, drums, trumpets...)
    this project feels real. it feels like the real essence of r&b. amazing. can’t wait for more.
  11. Igormatthew
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfect ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤… Expand
  12. leonhill_
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    we all knew victoria was gonna release a good debut, but THIS is an extraordinary album
  13. josephazar
    Dec 1, 2020
    10
    Jaguar is definitely one of the best projects released during this pandemic if not year, it is a cohesive and catchy R&B sensation with pop, jazz and soul influences, the EP has 9 tracks that are mostly gravitating towards more sexual and mature content. The lyrics on it aren't very deep, however, they're some of the best written and most creative lyrics on an album this year such as theJaguar is definitely one of the best projects released during this pandemic if not year, it is a cohesive and catchy R&B sensation with pop, jazz and soul influences, the EP has 9 tracks that are mostly gravitating towards more sexual and mature content. The lyrics on it aren't very deep, however, they're some of the best written and most creative lyrics on an album this year such as the lyric "You got nine times to come hit that" referring to her "supersonic **** in the title track, or also the lyrics "Met him about two months ago,said his name was gym, and that he'd make me better than before, so we work it out every day, we be makin' heads turn slow, you know what they say 'bout the grass, what you water, that's gon' grow" for the lead single "ass like that". Along with these very creative lyrics, Monet adds some heavenly harmonies in the background of almost every line on the album, supported by some very classy instrumentation such as strings, horns... Overall, jaguar is definitely the most underrated album released this year, it probably is one of the best R&B records that I've heard since a long time, bravo!… Expand
  14. renangonc_
    Jul 11, 2021
    10
    Uma obra de arte, r&b perfection. Victoria Monét realizou um trabalho artístico impecável.
  15. peheroal
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    OMG, the instrumentals r out of this world... Victoria did a perfectly debut album, anxious for her next album
  16. RNBey_
    Oct 22, 2020
    10
    One of the best projects this year and I really hope that the Grammys won't snub her just because she's an independent artist. The maturity of the topics that she discussed in this album is so commendable, it is sexy but not tacky, the production is really fits well with the songs, the horns and bed squeaks on Dive , the electric guitar moment on Go There With You, there are a lot ofOne of the best projects this year and I really hope that the Grammys won't snub her just because she's an independent artist. The maturity of the topics that she discussed in this album is so commendable, it is sexy but not tacky, the production is really fits well with the songs, the horns and bed squeaks on Dive , the electric guitar moment on Go There With You, there are a lot of standout moments in this project. Even the interludes, they are really good that you want them to be a whole song.… Expand
  17. geleh
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    This is the closest I ever listened to r&b perfection. All songs are fun to listen to and never let you bored.
  18. tun_outcharted
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Amazing album, has 0 skips, love the 70s funk inspired sound. My favorite non-single is Touch Me, best song on the album would probably be "Moment" or "Experience"
  19. RejaniK
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    I love this album! It’s soooo good!! Victoria did that!! From her vocals to the lyrics, and production, this album is amazing!!
  20. grande_bad_idea
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    There is no skippable tracks. It's perfect. I love it so much and I'm obsessed with it.
  21. bobdash
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Jaguar is hearing the mystery and sexiness of Victoria Monét. She has been a staple in the music industry and now it is her to express herself through this amazing work. Her pen game is strong! Jaguar is for grown and Victoria voices her experiences through beautiful melodies. The background vocals and horns are such a vibe. Well done for a debut album. Excited for the two remaining parts.Jaguar is hearing the mystery and sexiness of Victoria Monét. She has been a staple in the music industry and now it is her to express herself through this amazing work. Her pen game is strong! Jaguar is for grown and Victoria voices her experiences through beautiful melodies. The background vocals and horns are such a vibe. Well done for a debut album. Excited for the two remaining parts. Victoria Monét is to taken serious and is coming for the girls and the charts. Don’t sleep on her. Wake up and stream, buy, and support Jaguar.… Expand
  22. Juliettexvic
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Such a good album, the songs are wonderful, and the visuals to. Congrats Vic for this amazing work !
  23. Nermin123
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Amazing, the album is so well done, she absolutely bodied every song and every song is so well produced and victoria’s vocals are angelic. 10/10
  24. Kirajag
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Purely a masterpiece. Very very detailed and dynamic in so many ways. Can’t wait for the last two parts.
  25. Hannah802
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    I thoroughly enjoyed this album. From “Moment”, a classic r&b track, to her more disco influenced tracks such as “Experience” this album truly is a great experience (pun intended). The title track, Jaguar, is my favorite right now, but almost every track sounds like a hit and my favorite changes with each listen. After listening to it for the first time, I added the tracks to so many of myI thoroughly enjoyed this album. From “Moment”, a classic r&b track, to her more disco influenced tracks such as “Experience” this album truly is a great experience (pun intended). The title track, Jaguar, is my favorite right now, but almost every track sounds like a hit and my favorite changes with each listen. After listening to it for the first time, I added the tracks to so many of my playlists. I highly recommend that you give this album a listen.… Expand
  26. marianatrigo
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    top tier R&B, close your eyes and just listen to it you'll definitely keep it on repeat all day.
  27. tj2016
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this album was just a masterpiece all around. the production value was superb, the transitional aspects flowed so beautifully, and it created a mini story with only nine songs. i can’t wait for part two of jaguar—… Expand
  28. alexmehigan
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    This project is perfect. The production, vocals and lyrics are AMAZING. This woman is the next big thing.
  29. ABELton
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    Honestly perfect, I wish it was longer or had more collaborations❤

    The interludes are so amazing, you just wosh they were full songs❤
  30. IMMANEEDSPACEE
    Aug 7, 2020
    10
    A marvelous and totally solid album, Jaguar transports you with its R&B touches to a world full of empowerment. I think it's time to stop knowing Victoria as Ariana Grande's best friend and give her her place in music.
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Universal acclaim - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 7 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. AllMusic
    Aug 25, 2020
    80
    At only 25 minutes with another part in reserve, this effectively leaves listeners wanting more. Even certain tracks -- like a feel-good interlude with backing that resembles mid-'70s Earth, Wind & Fire -- are tantalizing on their own.
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  2. Pitchfork
    Aug 7, 2020
    71
    Jaguar is a sleek cocoon of funk-tinged R&B that excavates what it means to be in control.
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  3. Clash Music
    Aug 6, 2020
    90
    A record that feels incredibly refined, ‘JAGUAR’ is an expert piece of R&B engineering, with each individual part interlocking perfectly. It’s a wonderful experience, with Victoria Monét’s stellar artistry balancing the sensuality of sound with a killer lyrical flair that aims straight for the heart.
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