Joanne
by Lady Gaga
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8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 3658 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 2,913 out of 3658
  2. Mixed: 173 out of 3658
  3. Negative: 572 out of 3658
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  1. LucasMartins
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Este album é fantastico , estilos misturados , fico feliz por ela ter chegado a onde chegou , tem Country , Pop e Rock . Joanne é um album totalmente diferente de tudo o que ela fez .
  2. mtargaryen
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    it has something for everyone. pop, rock, country, funk, folk. the album is lyrically good. and Gaga literally slays with her powerful vocals. every song is good enough to be a single. this album is different from any of gaga's previous albums. and every song is unique.
  3. ayochrisss
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Greatest album of all time i love how she has changed her music for this album, this will me her a legend. No other artist would ever change their music, she did and does a great job on it. Im surprised at the critic review, no matter what this album is gold. i see and taste the grammys,
  4. JohnWaynee
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Amazing!!! fantastic compositions, wonderful sound and references grandiose. gaga nailed this change, and highlighted a new and beautiful way. she has shown a new chameleon of pop!!!!
  5. Ravenna
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    I love this album, its so powerful and very beautiful, all the songs are fantastic and personal. Thank you Gaga for making a great album... Hope that Joanne (song) has a video!
  6. Camilosokka
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Gaga is evolving and showing us the kind of artist she always wanted to be. Every song in the album is in it's place. Lady Gaga can be so much more than the typical popstar.
  7. gagasgrande
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Her best album to date. Anyone who says this is bad needs to get their ears checked. Also, can other fandoms get the f*** out of here and focus on their own artist? Giving it negative reviews just because you want her to look "bad" is pathetic and you should be ashamed of yourself. Anyways, BUY JOANNE ON ITUNES XOXO
  8. Michelscn
    Oct 21, 2016
    3
    This album is amazing! the best album of 2016! All songs can be a single, a-yo , sinner's prayer, hey girl, diamond heart...i love joanne, its the best album of lady gaga
  9. ksr91
    Oct 21, 2016
    0
    With the critical success of anti and lemonade, gaga attempts to joins the trend of pushing past catchy pop hooks and stepping into music with more substance. Unfortunately for Gaga completely misses the mark and ends up sounding her most disconnected and uninspired yet.
  10. larrygiorgosfan
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    This is the best album in Gaga's career. I love everything about it, from the lyrics to the music and the story every song has to tell us!
    It's the classic stories of our lives that always help us return to who we are when we're lost! JOANNE
  11. Mateusecheto
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    This Lady Gaga's album is a modern masterpiece. It gathers all of the influences that she's been into from the past years and brings them in a fresh way, in a very Gaga style. The album is so vocal, music-focused and has raw voices. This is her best album so far.
  12. luanuna
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    A normatização de Lady Gaga soa-nos como um atrevimento retrógrado, de fato, mas ouvindo o álbum, onde ela tenta firmar raízes de um típico americano hétero e branco, a gente se depara com a convidativa "Come to Mama". Dentre outras coisas, a canção intimida o ouvinte a amar o seu próximo e suplica para pararmos de atirar pedras uns nos outro - talvez, e só talvez, uma referência ao ataqueA normatização de Lady Gaga soa-nos como um atrevimento retrógrado, de fato, mas ouvindo o álbum, onde ela tenta firmar raízes de um típico americano hétero e branco, a gente se depara com a convidativa "Come to Mama". Dentre outras coisas, a canção intimida o ouvinte a amar o seu próximo e suplica para pararmos de atirar pedras uns nos outro - talvez, e só talvez, uma referência ao ataque de Orlando. Penso que Joanne reflete o intenso Born This Way, onde Gaga coloca-se como um monstro materno que abraça seus estranhos e rejeitados filhos. Talvez agora ela tente ser uma mãe comum e ensinar novos filhos, que não puderam/conseguiram entender sua mensagem em BTW, a aceitar o jeito torto, porém legítimo, de cada um ser.… Expand
  13. chidime
    Oct 21, 2016
    4
    Of course monsters would give this a 10/10, cos they know the general public won't be so kind. This album is just.. bland. After listening to it twice, it leaves no impression. I can't remember the lyrics, any tunes, I can't even remember the names of the songs. And, boy, is that a strange feeling for anything Gaga-related. I am all for changing up image, and if she wants to get rid of theOf course monsters would give this a 10/10, cos they know the general public won't be so kind. This album is just.. bland. After listening to it twice, it leaves no impression. I can't remember the lyrics, any tunes, I can't even remember the names of the songs. And, boy, is that a strange feeling for anything Gaga-related. I am all for changing up image, and if she wants to get rid of the theatrics and costumes, I'm not complaining (tho I'm sad). But, if her 'real self' is this boring mess, then maybe she should keep that meat dress on. Funny thing is, the only song on this album I liked was the Angel Down work tape. And guesss who wrote/produced it? Yeah, Red One. So maybe Gaga is better off working with those who made her who she is, and who perhaps understand her the most. Was it mistake dropping Red One? Most probably. Was this album a mistake? Hell yes.… Expand
  14. brunoluz
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Beautiful album, full of beautiful messages, music to dance and cry. Congratulations Lady Gaga for being a single artist, risking and putting your heart into the music.
  15. fantasyuth
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    This new album show's a whole new side to gaga where the focus is on her music and her voice. There is no fillers on the album and in terms of music quality this is most likely gaga's best album yet. Personal favorites on the album is the beautiful ballads Joanne, Angel down and Million reasons along with the upbeat rock/pop track Diamond heart and dancin in circles, the alejandro of this album.
  16. grigiogirls
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Three words: Gaga pushes boundaries! Joanne is something fresh, something new, and definitely something good. What I really appreciate about this album is how personal and raw it is. Songs like Perfect Illusion and Million Reasons really showcase Gaga's vocal talent and capability. At this stage in her career, Lady Gaga has nothing left to prove because she has accomplished so much andThree words: Gaga pushes boundaries! Joanne is something fresh, something new, and definitely something good. What I really appreciate about this album is how personal and raw it is. Songs like Perfect Illusion and Million Reasons really showcase Gaga's vocal talent and capability. At this stage in her career, Lady Gaga has nothing left to prove because she has accomplished so much and continues to release amazing music. Joanne's highlights include songs like Diamond Heart, John Wayne, Sinner's Prayer, A-YO, and Dancin' In Circles. This is unarguably the best album of 2016. 10/10!… Expand
  17. gabvandecorput
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    This album is pure gold.
    It´s a masterpiece,i loved the Lady Gaga´s powerful voice.
    In this album,Gaga showed one more time that she is an artist, that´s why the world must admit that she is one of the biggest music icons in our generation.
    yasss mama!!
  18. hsmfil
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Spectacular album! Gaga is slaying my existence with Joanne. Hope she will keep doing this type of music cause it suits her so well and she cam make great songs.
  19. nick4bty
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Perhaps the greatest musical reinvention ever witnessed, Joanne is a trilling, colorful, tasteful masterpiece that takes listeners on a sonic and emotional journey of everything Gaga. This is an album for the ages, and has something that listeners of all ages can enjoy. Highly recommended.
  20. whadduuuuup
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    What an unexpected album from Lady Gaga. Never was a fan of her earlier stuff, seemed too shallow. But I feel like with "Joanne" she's showing her true self as a musician, an I can dig that. Plus, the Mark Ronson and BloodPop production on every track is killing it. "Sinner's Prayer" is an album highlight, mostly thanks to the Father John Misty involvement and great lyrics. Also, bonusWhat an unexpected album from Lady Gaga. Never was a fan of her earlier stuff, seemed too shallow. But I feel like with "Joanne" she's showing her true self as a musician, an I can dig that. Plus, the Mark Ronson and BloodPop production on every track is killing it. "Sinner's Prayer" is an album highlight, mostly thanks to the Father John Misty involvement and great lyrics. Also, bonus tracks "Grigio Girls" and "Just Another Day" are even better than some tracks on the standard version. Definitely worth your money.… Expand
  21. InTheDark000
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    ALBUM OF THE YEAR! It's everything I wanted it to be! I love every song equally, can't even chose my favorite, they're all so good! Plus she's slaying the live performances! Can't wait for the tour!
  22. gagaatthedisco
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    First and foremost, this is amazing music. And, quite possibly, this is Gaga's best album to date. Raw and intense, with powerful vocals and catchy lyrics, travelling through genres in a way only Gaga could do, and sounding completely different from what everyone's doing, it's truly an achievement; a breath of fresh air in modern day pop music scenario -- just do yourself a favor and goFirst and foremost, this is amazing music. And, quite possibly, this is Gaga's best album to date. Raw and intense, with powerful vocals and catchy lyrics, travelling through genres in a way only Gaga could do, and sounding completely different from what everyone's doing, it's truly an achievement; a breath of fresh air in modern day pop music scenario -- just do yourself a favor and go get Joanne!… Expand
  23. marcmyworks
    Oct 21, 2016
    6
    Lady Gaga strips her sound down for her 5th album "Joanne". Joanne was inspired both by her late Aunt (who the album is named after) as well her new mainstream image after her over-saturated oddness from her ARTPOP era was ridiculed and heavily critized by the media and general public.

    Joanne is definitely different for Gaga, even if it doesn't bring anything new the table. Sounding    Lady Gaga strips her sound down for her 5th album "Joanne". Joanne was inspired both by her late Aunt (who the album is named after) as well her new mainstream image after her over-saturated oddness from her ARTPOP era was ridiculed and heavily critized by the media and general public.

    Joanne is definitely different for Gaga, even if it doesn't bring anything new the table. Sounding like a mix between Loretta Lynn, Hank Williams and Lana Del Rey, Gaga taps into her inner country diva and though there is her signature oddness it doesn't push the envelope enough.

    Gaga has a big rock/pop type voice that deserves a level of lyrical and melodically complexity. Tracks such as "Dancin' in Circles", which sounds No Doubt influenced, or "Come to Mama" just don't really showcase her talent.

    Download: Sinner's Prayer, Angel Down    … Expand
  24. veulvux
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    This album shows how much she was grown as an artist, her best body of work to date, a cohesive album with a mature songwriting and her most compelling production. The album doesn't have any fillers and it almost feel like every track on this album is a highlight.

    Highlights: Diamond Heart, Joanne, Dancin' In Circles, Million Reasons, Come To Mama, Hey Girl and Angel Down
  25. MarcelMelmoth
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    A brand new Lady GaGa gives us an album that is really different from her previous works, with songs full of influences (rock,soul,country,...) and more classic melodies. She showed once again that, in addition to releasing great EDM tracks, she is an incredible artist, who can move us through simpler songs thanks to her amaziong voice.
  26. Orangade
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Another great and consistent record by Lady Gaga. After the underrated EDM-pop heaven ARTPOP, Gaga took a break to reinvent her sound once again and came out with one of the most interesting pop albums of the year. Every song on this album has its own soul in a way and none feels like a filler. Highlights include John Wayne, Million Reasons and the Florence Welch duet Hey Girl.
  27. AnaRibeiro2
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Omg, 3 years waiting for Gaga. I love her so much, omG... I missed her! I love all her albuns and Joanne is so so cute! All songs are amazing! Thank you so much Gaga, always by your side, queen!
  28. YagoDArgolo
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    I really love this album, it's probably her best album to date. I just feel like she has been waiting her whole life for doing this. Every song brings a diferent feeling, but all of them are conected by the honesty in Gaga's voice and the intimate lyrics.
  29. tomsr
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Another iconic album from Lady Gaga, pushing the envelope of pop music. One half classic Gaga pop with a twist, one half raw emotional songs from the heart. A game changer in the music industry.
  30. Notconfident
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    Her most beautiful album to date. It's worth waiting for 3 years. Its diversity is also very fascinating. Some killer pop songs, amazing ballads, chill country songs...they all make this album complete and honest. This is the true Stefani we all love.
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67

Generally favorable reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. Q Magazine
    Nov 15, 2016
    60
    Flawed though it is, this brave and canny album hits the reset button and buys her a future. [Jan 2017, p.105]
  2. The Quietus
    Nov 11, 2016
    60
    Unfortunately, therein lies the biggest problem with Joanne: for every time that Gaga seemingly breaks free of her shackles and embraces something more “real,” she quickly scuttles back into her comfort zone and hides behind glistening production. This probably isn’t quite the sound of the real Stefani Germanotta, but if you squint hard enough there’s a semblance of a real person in amongst the pop haze.
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  3. Clash Music
    Nov 9, 2016
    70
    Joanne is certainly not the all-conquering opus it was intended to be and will prove divisive, but it remains a daring and exciting record, delivered from one of modern pop’s most unique and singular voices.
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