• Record Label: RCA
  • Release Date: Jun 15, 2018
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  1. Jun 19, 2018
    10
    Christina Aguilera! Liberation is such a masterpiece! full of precious gems! My favorite is DESERVE. Thank you for being with us again!
  2. Jul 1, 2018
    10
    This is easily the most honest and well executed album of the year! Christina Aguilera has returned to her old ARTISTIC and INNOVATIVE self with this masterpeice!

    Accelerate is a standout track, with some slick and forward thinking production from Kanye West, autotune-less raspy Ty Dolla $ign vocals and a dope 2 Chainz verse with a beat switch mid song. Its eccentric, eclectic and a
    This is easily the most honest and well executed album of the year! Christina Aguilera has returned to her old ARTISTIC and INNOVATIVE self with this masterpeice!

    Accelerate is a standout track, with some slick and forward thinking production from Kanye West, autotune-less raspy Ty Dolla $ign vocals and a dope 2 Chainz verse with a beat switch mid song. Its eccentric, eclectic and a party starter!
    Other standouts are the other Kanye produced cut Maria, which has a catchy Jackson 5 sample and strings paired with a hard hitting beat. It knocks! Like I Do which shows Aguileras ability to sing-rap with the best of them! Sick Of Sittin is pure genius with help from Anderson Paak. Right Moves and Pipe are a sexy one-two punch, sure to get you in the mood. & closing the opus with Unless Its With You... A soon to be classic powerballad with gospel influences... She takes us to church and out for dinner afterwards with those pipes! Amazing album!
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  3. Jun 19, 2018
    10
    Liberation has many facet's to its 15 songs. from losing herself to finding herself in songs like "Finding Maria" and "Maria". fighting off oppression experienced by women in the industry in the over the top production of "Fall in Line" with Demi Lovato, to just baring it all out and being vulnerable with songs like "Deserve" and "Unless it's with you". she really does bring an album soLiberation has many facet's to its 15 songs. from losing herself to finding herself in songs like "Finding Maria" and "Maria". fighting off oppression experienced by women in the industry in the over the top production of "Fall in Line" with Demi Lovato, to just baring it all out and being vulnerable with songs like "Deserve" and "Unless it's with you". she really does bring an album so cohesive and with meaning. The Christina Aguilera we all know and love. Expand
  4. Jun 20, 2018
    10
    #Liberation by Christina Aguilera

    It starts with an intro, building up to powerful momentum, occasional breathers (like a sip of iced tea on a hot summer's day), swaying us with interlude like a gentle breeze, and finally left us with a sweet lullaby that makes us crave for more. Christina Aguilera, a return of vocal force that's out to set another history of her own generation, and
    #Liberation by Christina Aguilera

    It starts with an intro, building up to powerful momentum, occasional breathers (like a sip of iced tea on a hot summer's day), swaying us with interlude like a gentle breeze, and finally left us with a sweet lullaby that makes us crave for more. Christina Aguilera, a return of vocal force that's out to set another history of her own generation, and continue on to inspire the later. You'll definitely find your lost soul, upon listening to this album.
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  5. Jun 20, 2018
    10
    This album is genuine and pure. This only shows that Christina Aguilera is an artist who writes music with meat of message and not some songs with melody but no substance. Honestly, i can't pick until now what's my favorite tract/s. All are so good.
  6. Jun 20, 2018
    10
    Liberation is such an amazing album. The music, the melodies and most importantly the
    powerful and versatile vocal from Xtina..
    All songs are likable. Definitely a Grammy worthy album.
    Fav songs: Deserve, Masochist, Twice, Unless it’s with you.
  7. Jun 20, 2018
    10
    talented. brilliant. incredible. amazing. showstopping. spectacular. never the same. totally unique. completely not ever been done before.
  8. Jun 20, 2018
    10
    Excellent album, flawless vocals and production. She is undeniably the voice of her generation.
  9. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    This is her best album since Back To Basics though personally I consider Bionic as one of her best as well. Liberation indeed has given her the rebirth she needed when it comes to vocals and artistry.
  10. Jun 20, 2018
    10
    This album is worth the 6 year-hiatus. Xtina truly liberated herself in this masterpiece and has let everyone know HER truth. She showcased her versatility, musicality, vulnerability, strength, weaknesses which, once again, inspired her fans, "fighters". Maria is so good, she and Kanye should work more together. And the last three songs of the album are hands down the BEST.
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    Jun 22, 2018
    10
    This album is amazing, it is the Christina we all know and love but at her finest. Truly the best album of career up until now.
    Right Moves, Pipe, Sick Of Sitting or Accelerate can all be considered standout tracks but i would say that Maria is the most exciting track on the album, the Jackson 5 sample is genius.
    Still, the best song on the album happens to be the closer, Unless It's
    This album is amazing, it is the Christina we all know and love but at her finest. Truly the best album of career up until now.
    Right Moves, Pipe, Sick Of Sitting or Accelerate can all be considered standout tracks but i would say that Maria is the most exciting track on the album, the Jackson 5 sample is genius.

    Still, the best song on the album happens to be the closer, Unless It's With You is simply the PERFECT wedding staple.
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  12. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    The best album of 2018! Favorite tracks are Deserve, Like I Do, Pipe and Unless It’s With You. Can’t stop playing the whole album. Go Xtina!!!
  13. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Liberation is a GEM. A masterpiece. I love every songs. Unless its with you, maria, masochist and pipe are my faves. If you want good music, then you should listen to Christina Aguilera's Liberation.
  14. Jun 20, 2018
    10
    The flow from song to song is amazing! Deserve, Twice, and Right Moves are stand-outs.
  15. Jun 20, 2018
    10
    Well done and thank you for creating such a masterpiece like this !!! It shows all the emotions from deep inside her heart and it really touches our heart.
    Nice music and nice voice after 6 years. Thank you very much Xtina.
  16. Jun 20, 2018
    10
    I found this quote.

    "I felt caged by my childhood. And unsafe: Bad things happened in my home; there was violence. The Sound of Music looked like a form of release. I would open my bedroom window to sing out like Maria. In my own way, I’d be in those hills."

    Liberation is her best album! Still very real and raw!
  17. Jun 21, 2018
    10
    Truly masterpiece. Christina as always show to people how eclectic & various her music could be with this album.
  18. Jul 2, 2018
    10
    After six years Liberation is a great comeback album for Christina Aguilera. In this album she makes use of her incredible voice to deliver an incredibly diverse set of tracks that vary from R&B and rock to reggae. Liberation shows the world Aguilera isn't shy to experiment with different genres, include eclectic collaborators, and play with her incredible voice. Her vocal delivery is alsoAfter six years Liberation is a great comeback album for Christina Aguilera. In this album she makes use of her incredible voice to deliver an incredibly diverse set of tracks that vary from R&B and rock to reggae. Liberation shows the world Aguilera isn't shy to experiment with different genres, include eclectic collaborators, and play with her incredible voice. Her vocal delivery is also great, you can expect your typical Christina Aguilera vocal diva moments like in the ballad Unless It's With You and even some sultry soft vocals like in the R&B inspired Pipe that will take you right back to her Dirrty days. This is overall an incredible display of artistic integrity and shows that Xtina still has it and is ready to reclaim her spot as the voice of a generation. 10/10 Expand
  19. Feb 8, 2019
    10
    Xtina embraces her own 'Liberation' like it's Stripped 2.0, in a more delicate and mature way. Cut: Maria, Like I Do, Pipe, Unless It's With You.
  20. Jun 21, 2018
    10
    You know, Xtina just wanted to find herself, and I feel it from all of those songs.

    For those who hate it. / don't like it. You say: ,,This is NOT Christina Aguilera!'' but you know what? This IS Christina Aguilera! I feel more of her soul in this album.

    I think she is liberated now and she deserves success. Because this is REAL Aguilera and REAL masterpiece.
  21. Jun 21, 2018
    10
    Liberation is such a masterpiece. Literally the best album of the year. Every track is different but at the same time they fit well with the concept of the album. Christina is such a legend.
  22. Jul 2, 2018
    10
    The best album of the Century. This is the best work of Xtina in the longest time. Deserves at least 20 grammys
  23. Jun 21, 2018
    10
    love it. live it. breath it. Instant classic. !!!!!!!! Grammy winning album.
  24. Jun 21, 2018
    10
    Christina Aguilera channeling her artistry thru music where it becomes an inspiration to everyone that in order to be happy, you need to be Liberated. It is indeed a masterpiece, not for charts, but for those who need her music.
  25. Jun 21, 2018
    10
    An album to be reckoned with. It has musical and truthful content and an album that separates from current trend. It stands alone and unique where it is very artistic in the sense of it being a genuine one.
  26. Jun 21, 2018
    10
    Ms. Aguilera is back in her element. Fresh, powerful and personal, this album is nearly her best, a close second to Stripped.
  27. Jun 21, 2018
    10
    It's an incredible album that truely able to demonstrate Christina's ability to utilize not only her well-known vocal acrobatics but also her amazing artistic vision
  28. Jun 21, 2018
    10
    Ugh Honestly such a good album that shows Xtina's various tones of singing and explores different genres that she hasn't done before. My favorite songs would have to be Maria, Pipe, Deserve, and Unless Its With You. Unless Its With You will be my wedding song I promise myself that
  29. Jun 21, 2018
    10
    Finally the Christina that we all know and love is back after a 6 years hiatus. This album sounds like a wiser and older sister of her previous record Stripped , blending nicely different style of sounds without being messy or all over the place.
    As always her vocals are on point , sultry or powerful, raw or playful.
    If that album can help us remember one thing , it's the fact that
    Finally the Christina that we all know and love is back after a 6 years hiatus. This album sounds like a wiser and older sister of her previous record Stripped , blending nicely different style of sounds without being messy or all over the place.
    As always her vocals are on point , sultry or powerful, raw or playful.
    If that album can help us remember one thing , it's the fact that Christina Aguilera was and still is one hell of an artist.
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  30. Jun 21, 2018
    10
    Love the way Christina put her heart on Liberation, for sure her best album since Back to Basics.
  31. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Masterpiece.. This album is her most honest album since stripped.. There are so many different songs, stylistically, on this album, for everyone, but still even though songs are different they perfectly fit each other.. This is why I, we, love Christina Aguilera.. After 6 years of waiting we got an extraordinary album full of passion and dedication.. Thank you Christina..
  32. Jun 21, 2018
    10
    This album proves why Christina Aguilera is the most impressive female pop-star that has come out of the Disney mold. You have a reflective, sonically-cohesive and authentic attempt at an "album" that isn't pretentious in its "attempt" to go against the "formula", but an album that just does; Place Christina's ginormous voice on top of this and the end result is a pop masterpiece thatThis album proves why Christina Aguilera is the most impressive female pop-star that has come out of the Disney mold. You have a reflective, sonically-cohesive and authentic attempt at an "album" that isn't pretentious in its "attempt" to go against the "formula", but an album that just does; Place Christina's ginormous voice on top of this and the end result is a pop masterpiece that solidifies her as THE generations vocalist "slash" artist right beside her idols Carey, James and Houston. Expand
  33. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    This immediately became the best album i have heard this year. Congratulation Christina Aguilera for this great body of work.
  34. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Each track is of impeccable quality, bringing each nuanced texture to her voice beautifully front and center. The album feels very genuine, without care of what is popular but rather what’s true for the artist now.
  35. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Damn, that voice, the lyrics .. EVERYTHING IS JUST WOW. there's a reason she's call the voice of a generation
  36. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Xtina did it again, no doubt! it’s album amazingly fresh. Every tracks has a great quality, production and powerful lyrics. Masterpiece, just listen it!
  37. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    The liberation album is a journey. You really have to listen to it from beginning to end. The songs are connected to each other. Christina is really a story teller just like her stripped album. And the surprise of it all is the last song on this album. Unless it's with you is heartwarming and romantic. This album is like speaking to you. Whaetever mood you have wether you are sad, happyThe liberation album is a journey. You really have to listen to it from beginning to end. The songs are connected to each other. Christina is really a story teller just like her stripped album. And the surprise of it all is the last song on this album. Unless it's with you is heartwarming and romantic. This album is like speaking to you. Whaetever mood you have wether you are sad, happy or just chillin. It is a complete album. I did not regret listening to this album as it changed my life and my perspective. Thank you xtina for the empowerment and the encouragement. You really deliver a message that change lives.thumbs up!!!!!! Expand
  38. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    The word I'm looking for is that, it's versatile. What amazed me the most is her ballad "Unless It's With You".
  39. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    This is Christina's best era since B2B. Strong vocals over fresh new music. Two thumbs-up!
  40. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    This album got SOUL, ART and STYLE. She never fail to give excellent music. New beats, style and era. This is her time, an ICON of our time.
  41. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    After 6 long years of absence in the music scene, Christina is finally back with Liberation! It was definitely worth the wait because this album is a body of art that is relatable, emotional, and orgasmic! She was able to showcase her vocal prowess in this album which just proves that she is indeed The Voice of her generation! Indeed, the queen is back!

    Standout tracks: Deserve,
    After 6 long years of absence in the music scene, Christina is finally back with Liberation! It was definitely worth the wait because this album is a body of art that is relatable, emotional, and orgasmic! She was able to showcase her vocal prowess in this album which just proves that she is indeed The Voice of her generation! Indeed, the queen is back!

    Standout tracks: Deserve, Masochist, Unless It's With You, Maria, Fall In Line.
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  42. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Showcasing her vocal prowess and versatility, owning all genres from pop, rnb, hip-hop, jazz, reggae, rock etc. Empowering, influential, inspiring, uplifting etc. Her artistry is immeasurable. She doesn't just make records but sensible masterpieces. This is definitely a work of heart. Legendary empress indeed.
  43. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Beautiful work from Christina, there are some strong songs in this album, Right moves, Maria, Deserve, Pipe etc plus the people she chose to work with are total genius
  44. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Wonderful album! Impeccable editing, controlled voice and strong lyrics without leaving the trademark of aguilera, the strong voice!
  45. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Now this what you call a "Real Music" Saviour! QUEEN XTINA AT HER BEST! ✖
  46. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Aguilera's 2018 album is a return to form of sorts. including several ~Aguileraian~ themes, fused with a mix of throwback r&b and 2018 sonic trends, Liberation finds Aguilera's voice seemingly at home, comfortable and ready to be used.
  47. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Worth the wait! You can relate to the honest lyric and hidden messages and what an incredible voice, a true inspiration. You deserve this. Forever fighter!
  48. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Powerful, raw and cohesive album! Christina is showing her true colors in that masterpiece. Here she's flirting with reggae, Hip-hop, and R&B/Soul, which she apparently like most, with notorious influences from Janis Joplin, samples from Michael Jackson and much more. Great lyrics and unique vocals that only Christina Aguiler can bring it up nowadays. Highlights on tracks "Maria", "RightPowerful, raw and cohesive album! Christina is showing her true colors in that masterpiece. Here she's flirting with reggae, Hip-hop, and R&B/Soul, which she apparently like most, with notorious influences from Janis Joplin, samples from Michael Jackson and much more. Great lyrics and unique vocals that only Christina Aguiler can bring it up nowadays. Highlights on tracks "Maria", "Right Moves", "Pipe", "Sick of sittin', "Deserve", "Fall in line", "Masochist" and "Unless it's with you" but in overall none song shall be missed! Congrats Xtina! The wait has worthed it! Expand
  49. Jul 3, 2018
    10
    Liberation is about finding your truth is to free yourself from the post of Pop Diva. Free yourself from ungrateful media and also get rid of that craving for charts.
    Liberation is about TRUTH IN MUSIC!
  50. Jul 4, 2018
    10
    Wow, when I started listening to this album, it grew on me fast and now I can't stop listening to Masochist, Twice, Right Moves, Deserve, and Unless It's With You. I hope Christina makes another album soon... Liberation is such a masterpiece!
  51. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Christina's best album since Back To Basics and Stripped. Unique sounds, amazing concept, flawless production. It was definitely worth the wait! This is the Christina we all know and love. A REAL ARTIST. I am amazed.
  52. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    This is the first album I have listened from start to finish and loved every song on the album
  53. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    liberation give me life!!!!! fall in line jesus for the love of god with the sense of purpose
  54. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Her best album !!! I'm so happy you are back !!! Love you. Can't wait for the tour and new music videos.
  55. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    One of her best albums (tied for second place with back to basics )20 years into her career. Not to mention her most personal record too. She did that!
  56. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    What a come back! Christina proving (although she doesn't need to prove anything to anyone anymore) why she has been chosen the voice of my generation. Such a talented singer and songwriter. I couldn’t be more proud of her. The album is simply BRILLIANT. Great lyrics with powerful messages, great production, excellent vocals, very cohesive. I can’t stop listening to it.
  57. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Xtina demonstrates her status as a legend, she can kill any musical genre without a doubt she demonstrates why she is one of the most influential in the new generations
  58. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    An incredible album! This was an immaculate body of work and absolutely worth the wait.
  59. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    Christina Aguilera is finally back to what she does best: ART. Liberation shows her vulnerability, her truth and her power. Once again Xtina proved she can do EVERYTHING, from pop music to hip-hop, there's nothing she can't do with her soulful voice, and that's what makes Liberation the most interesting album of the year.
  60. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    20 years into her career & quite possibly Christina Aguilera’s best work. Liberation has a song for every emotion. Reminds me a lot of Stripped, I didn’t think she could top that album but she did. If you love Stripped you will love Liberation. Xtina conveys her message of this album perfectly on every song. How will she top this album? You must listen to Liberation from start to finish.
  61. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    wow! a perfect comeback!
    i can't believe her voice and the wonders it can do.. i am amazed. 10/10
  62. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    I love everything about Xtina¨s Music, she is a real artis. every song has a special magic. Liberation is her best album to date and all involved in it is fantastic, best songs Maria, Twice, Fall In Line, Accelerate and Unless its With You.
  63. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    I finally got the chance to buy and listen to Christina Aguilera's new album "Liberation!" I have to honestly say that enjoyed the whole album from start to finish! I am incredibly happy with this album, Christina sounds amazing! In my opinion it is a must buy album for sure!
  64. Jun 22, 2018
    10
    What can I say about this masterpiece? This is a work of Art. You don't have to agree but you cannot deny the power of her voice on this album. My favorite track is Maria. I connect so well with that track and I hope she releases it with a video. It deserves a quality music video. Thank you, Christina.
  65. Jun 23, 2018
    10
    Honest and raw. One of the best singers of my generation. 6 year hiatus is a very big deal for us fighters and with awesome album, Christina showcases her vulnerability, artistry, and Vocal prowess in every song in this album. Without a doubt the best album of her career.
    Liberation deserves a Grammy nomination. Congratulations my queen.
  66. Jun 23, 2018
    10
    Her best work to date. Been a fan of her since 1998 and i knew from the start that this artist will be my forever queen. every song in this album will be a classic christina. every song on this album is a total stand out. This one deserves a grammy nod.
    A masterpiece.
  67. Jun 23, 2018
    10
    A full reinvention... Xtina proved once again that she doesn't belong to the league of the other pop girls but she is a league on her own. The album is a masterpiece, just because she stayed true to her artistic vision and was free to materialize it! The album has so many and different sounds that paradoxically blend in the greatest way possible, enveloping hip-hop, rock, R&B and popA full reinvention... Xtina proved once again that she doesn't belong to the league of the other pop girls but she is a league on her own. The album is a masterpiece, just because she stayed true to her artistic vision and was free to materialize it! The album has so many and different sounds that paradoxically blend in the greatest way possible, enveloping hip-hop, rock, R&B and pop sounds... The album is by itself such a risk, but Xtina was fearless enough to take it! Expand
  68. Jun 23, 2018
    10
    I was ready to be disappointed but then came Maria. One of Xtina's fantastic body of work, this album represent growth and maturity. It's about declaration of a newfound freedom and love. There is a song for every one and every mood. Absolutely love how every song is different that one another.
  69. Jun 23, 2018
    10
    The legendary power vocalist is back! This album definitely remarks her musical career after being silent for almost 6 years,

    Liberation is the finest music platter kinda thing, it serves Aguilera's creativity to explore other different genres with most likely influenced by R&B and hip hop, while Pop genre already being liberated as her previous music. Many featured artists with
    The legendary power vocalist is back! This album definitely remarks her musical career after being silent for almost 6 years,

    Liberation is the finest music platter kinda thing, it serves Aguilera's creativity to explore other different genres with most likely influenced by R&B and hip hop, while Pop genre already being liberated as her previous music.

    Many featured artists with significant skill inside the record and serving the finest track to represent this masterpiece.

    Grammy is waiting for this record.
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  70. Jun 23, 2018
    10
    Definitely the best musical return in 2018! This album is so complete; lyrically, musically and not to forget vocally.

    This album has shown the real evidence of Xtina still hold that she's still the best voice of her generation maybe til now. She just not releasing the record but she delivers the positive message for all humankind.

    Also the album counted her existence still lives on.
  71. Jun 23, 2018
    10
    Album of the year! Exceeded all of my expectations and is by far some of her best work to date.
  72. Jun 23, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I started listening to Christina Aguilera after i have watched Burlesque. After that i can't stop listening to her golden voice. This album is everything. Not a typical album being released like those pop stars. A perfect 10! Expand
  73. Jun 23, 2018
    10
    Christina always give me the feeling of excitement every time she release an album. Given the fact that she is one of the best vocalist, she continue to explore and experiment her vocal capacities without losing her identity. Giving her fan a new flavor of music is a great point to suit every listeners mode, so when you feel happy, emotional, hurt or need some chill you can look any o itChristina always give me the feeling of excitement every time she release an album. Given the fact that she is one of the best vocalist, she continue to explore and experiment her vocal capacities without losing her identity. Giving her fan a new flavor of music is a great point to suit every listeners mode, so when you feel happy, emotional, hurt or need some chill you can look any o it in Liberation. Last but not the least is that when she sings, you can feel the passion, the emotion and the message are clearly conveyed. Expand
  74. Jul 2, 2018
    10
    I bought this album on iTunes, gosh all the single in this album are amazing. I think Christina Aguilera liberation album is amazing and truly masterpiece. None of her pairs have amazing art like Christina Aguilera. Everyone should download and streaming this album. I really amaze xtina give us Stripped, Back To Basic, Bionic and now Liberation. Those album are truly fantastic.
  75. Jun 23, 2018
    10
    um dos melhores álbuns que já escutei na vida! Inspirador e íntimo, poderoso e profundo! Christina Aguilera você é perfeita!
  76. Jun 23, 2018
    10
    The best albums are already made in mankind. Deep. Each track, including the introductions, brings a unique ambience and atmosphere, making each song's slots perfect and complete. Christina explored her songwriter a lot on the album, bringing much more than her own, her life and her thoughts in a super sincere way and that our soul. The beats, exits, entrances and exits of each band makeThe best albums are already made in mankind. Deep. Each track, including the introductions, brings a unique ambience and atmosphere, making each song's slots perfect and complete. Christina explored her songwriter a lot on the album, bringing much more than her own, her life and her thoughts in a super sincere way and that our soul. The beats, exits, entrances and exits of each band make it one of the most complete and honest of all mankind. It deserves the whole look of the public. Congratulations! Expand
  77. Jun 23, 2018
    10
    I'm not a big fan of pop music but this album was the greatest surprise of the past 5 years. Evry song is a masterpiece, I really liked the intro and how it defines the whole album. Aguilera redefines herself as a pop masterpiece and vocalist who is never scared to play with different genre and experiment with her vocals. I hope this album wins at least two Grammys next year. Well done, Christina.
  78. Jun 25, 2018
    10
    This album is a masterpiece. In my opinion it will be remembered as a Stripped 2.0. Thank you Xtina for this unexpected gift
  79. Jun 23, 2018
    10
    As a longtime fan I wasn't sure where Xtina would go after Lotus - while not a bad pop album, it was below our standards of her. Well, she proved me wrong. Liberation is a true return to form for Xtina, while also exploring completely new territory. Loving the R&B vibe of so much of these tracks, and love the message and emotion behind the other tracks like Maria, Sick of Sittin, UnlessAs a longtime fan I wasn't sure where Xtina would go after Lotus - while not a bad pop album, it was below our standards of her. Well, she proved me wrong. Liberation is a true return to form for Xtina, while also exploring completely new territory. Loving the R&B vibe of so much of these tracks, and love the message and emotion behind the other tracks like Maria, Sick of Sittin, Unless It's With You, and more. Her voice sounds great and she sounds confident and back in "artist mode" once again. Expand
  80. Jul 1, 2018
    10
    miss for me and Lotus seemed all over the place. She performed at Jazz Fest in New Orleans a few years ago and while I didn't go, from the videos I saw of her performance I felt that she was getting back to that place where I fell in love with her first three albums. So now we have Liberation, which reminds me of Stripped in subject matter, genres, and vocals. The song and interludemiss for me and Lotus seemed all over the place. She performed at Jazz Fest in New Orleans a few years ago and while I didn't go, from the videos I saw of her performance I felt that she was getting back to that place where I fell in love with her first three albums. So now we have Liberation, which reminds me of Stripped in subject matter, genres, and vocals. The song and interlude sequencing on the album is spot on. Strong, confident, but a richer version of Stripped is what I would describe Liberation as. There is not a song that I skip on this album. The song "Maria" with the use of the Jackson 5 song also titled "Maria" along with Christina singing is absolutely brilliant and perfection. As a diehard MJ fan, "Maria" is so epic and it's my favorite song from the album. This is the Christina that I have been waiting for. I'm so glad you're back Christina and don't take so long next time! Lol! Expand
  81. Jun 25, 2018
    10
    This album has everything an album need and is more than worth the wait. I love this album for several reasons 1st. because she is an legendary vocalist that can sing everything and that really shows on this album. 2nd of all because the production is perfect and very experimental and i love that about Christina María Aguilera!! XTINA has been my idol for a long time and this album isThis album has everything an album need and is more than worth the wait. I love this album for several reasons 1st. because she is an legendary vocalist that can sing everything and that really shows on this album. 2nd of all because the production is perfect and very experimental and i love that about Christina María Aguilera!! XTINA has been my idol for a long time and this album is everything even if i wasn't a Fighter i'd love it. Expand
  82. Jun 24, 2018
    10
    I strongly believe that this album is truly one of the best works of art created in the past few decades but unfortunately most people are not open for true art that is raw and imperfect but perfect in the same way. An actual masterpiece. And Christina Aguilera is an artist that we do not deserve.
  83. Jun 24, 2018
    10
    After a 6 year hiatus, Christina Aguilera returns to music with an album that is authentic and purposeful. Aguilera is not one to shy away from going against the norm and experimenting with her sound. Liberation drives this point once again. I've never listened to a singer who knows how to use their voice like an artist uses their paintbrush. Christina paints beautiful layered and texturedAfter a 6 year hiatus, Christina Aguilera returns to music with an album that is authentic and purposeful. Aguilera is not one to shy away from going against the norm and experimenting with her sound. Liberation drives this point once again. I've never listened to a singer who knows how to use their voice like an artist uses their paintbrush. Christina paints beautiful layered and textured pictures on each track. On Liberation, she's honest and playful. She's sexy and powerful. She's raw and emotional.... and I'm enamored with every second of it. Expand
  84. Jun 25, 2018
    10
    This new Xtina record is amazing. Her best one after BTBs and Stripped. Highly recommended.
  85. Jun 25, 2018
    10
    The best album of 2018. A travel in xtina's soul. You can find emotions, power, style.. and a VOICE!!
  86. Jun 25, 2018
    10
    Stripped and Back to Basics were the best Christina's album because she was free, she decided everything, she doesn't care about nothing and gave us two milestone albums. I love every single seconds of these 2 albums then Christina lost something, she stopped to write, she worked With mainstream producers and she gave up to the sound of the moment, for this reason I save 12 tracks inStripped and Back to Basics were the best Christina's album because she was free, she decided everything, she doesn't care about nothing and gave us two milestone albums. I love every single seconds of these 2 albums then Christina lost something, she stopped to write, she worked With mainstream producers and she gave up to the sound of the moment, for this reason I save 12 tracks in Bionic and 9 in Lotus. I was very very scared about this album, I couldn't think she was made me love her like early of her carreer! In Liberation she's present in every detail, she wrote her song again and she's been the boss of herself! I loved immediately "accelerate" but I think the figure of her on the video ruined everything... If Rihanna or Taylor Swift had sang "accelerate" surely it's been a success but she's Christina and she needs to get back her fame and respect.
    Liberation is a journey, hip-hop or pop or soul are restriction When you talk about Christina because she's those and more more more things. This album sometimes looks like a greatest hits because every track is extremely different but I don't know Why every word and every song are pieces of the puzzle, and extraordinarily makes sense! Christina doesn't care to be loved, she just did her job, she created What she was feelings and I'm seriously love this album more and more and more every day.
    My favourite songs are: Deserve, Pipe, Accelerate, Maria, Unless it's With you but I love every song. I think Christina knows perfectly What she wants again, she's honest as f*ck and staying impassive is impossible!
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  87. Nov 23, 2018
    10
    is the best album of christina aguilera, she leaves her comfort zone without losing her vocal power, is the best album tae now of 2018
  88. Jun 26, 2018
    10
    Powerfull! Liberation sounds like a scream of freedom, every single track is a masterpiece. Congrats to the amazing Christina Aguilera. Her voice, her writtens, her melodies... gets BETTER then ever!
  89. Jun 26, 2018
    10
    Liberation was well worth the six-year wait. Christina has come back with an unforgettable album that hits the refresh button and allows for everyone to experience her voice in it's purest. Christina is a true vocalist - much like Whitney, Mariah, Aretha, Ella... and this album perfectly display's her raw and unforgettable talent.
    The Kanye produced tracks - say what you will about him,
    Liberation was well worth the six-year wait. Christina has come back with an unforgettable album that hits the refresh button and allows for everyone to experience her voice in it's purest. Christina is a true vocalist - much like Whitney, Mariah, Aretha, Ella... and this album perfectly display's her raw and unforgettable talent.
    The Kanye produced tracks - say what you will about him, the man is a genius and Maria is one of the best-produced songs I've heard in a while.
    The album has been on repeat since it was released, however, I can't imagine it's getting much airplay.
    Christina is an artist, albeit a pop star - she is a true artist and Liberation solidifies that.
    Thank you, Xtina.
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  90. Jun 29, 2018
    10
    I am a rock lover fan but this album is amazing am straight guy but i love it is so good
  91. Jun 28, 2018
    10
    I was trepidatious with this album after hearing her speak about the sound of the album. I was just nervous that it might be too experimental for right now. However, after finishing listening to the album from start to finish- WOW! It is a strong album as a whole.
    I really feel sad that many artists no longer think about the album as a whole, but rather focus on creating single songs that
    I was trepidatious with this album after hearing her speak about the sound of the album. I was just nervous that it might be too experimental for right now. However, after finishing listening to the album from start to finish- WOW! It is a strong album as a whole.
    I really feel sad that many artists no longer think about the album as a whole, but rather focus on creating single songs that don’t match in sound. This album and the story it tells is quite moving.
    Christina gets to show all the colors of her voice in this. From the lows at the end of Maria, to the highs Deserve and Unless It’s With You. I’m addition we hear the quiet softness displayed in Searching for Maria and the subdued vibey vocals in Like I Do and PIPE.
    There are songs that are sexy, empowering, heart-breaking, and full of low key fun. The whole record, I would describe as a sexy vibe. Congrats to Xtina for creating another work worthy of bringing the same emotions that Stripped did for me when I was young. Not to mention her subtle political statement with an interlude entitled Dreamers being followed up by Fall In Line. Thank you for you resisting this administration and culture that is still working to bring people down.
    I cannot wait to see her on tour.
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  92. Jun 28, 2018
    10
    Liberation is about being free to look within yourself, and recognize what is good, which does well!
    It's about freeing yourself from the opinion of others, and showing the truth that exists in being yourself!
    It's about love; THE LOVE OWN!
    Mixing sounds and playing with her voice, she has created a beautiful work of art, showing that she is a real artist.
  93. Jun 28, 2018
    10
    One of the best album and concept created by Xtina. Maria is a track that will undoubtedly be a huge milestone in her carrer, just love it.
  94. Jun 28, 2018
    10
    She’s one of the few artists in this generation who supports new talents and adapts new genres artistically. No doubt she’s one of the best singers in today’s music. And, this album really proves her status again as pop icon, from new waves of genres, pop, soul, hip hop, reggae and ballad, she remains the ultimate reinvention of artist musically and artistically. The legend and the queen.
  95. Jun 29, 2018
    10
    This eclectic yet cohesive collection shines consistently from start to finish. Christina as versatile and innovative as ever.
  96. Jun 29, 2018
    10
    Liberation is dope! Well worth the wait.. Christina is back and better than ever. There are absolutely no filler tracks on this album. Even the intro and interludes sound amazing and they help tie everything together. I've been listening nonstop for the last 2 weeks... and I'm not showing any signs of stopping. Bravo Xtina
  97. Jun 29, 2018
    10
    Love it! Maria, Pipe and Deserve are my favorites. The queen is back!! Xtinaaa
  98. Jun 30, 2018
    10
    Liberation veio cumprindo o titulo do album, com uma sonoridade forte, bem no estilo de Aguilera e que passa a mensagem da necessidade de libertação dos fantasmas que ha dentro de cada um. Produções maravilhosas e que se interligam, dando ao álbum uma viagem dentro dos sentimentos de Aguilera. De fato, ficará marcado como uma grande obra de Christina Aguilera e mais do que nunca, merece oLiberation veio cumprindo o titulo do album, com uma sonoridade forte, bem no estilo de Aguilera e que passa a mensagem da necessidade de libertação dos fantasmas que ha dentro de cada um. Produções maravilhosas e que se interligam, dando ao álbum uma viagem dentro dos sentimentos de Aguilera. De fato, ficará marcado como uma grande obra de Christina Aguilera e mais do que nunca, merece o nosso respeito. Expand
  99. Jun 30, 2018
    10
    A. HUGE. COMEBACK. This is a great production, she deserves everything.
    Deserve is my favorite song BY FAAAAAAR!
  100. Jun 30, 2018
    10
    Amazinggggg album by an amazing vocalist. It's the perfect album for the summer!
Metascore
71

Generally favorable reviews - based on 17 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 17
  2. Negative: 0 out of 17
  1. Jul 3, 2018
    70
    An album that keeps pace with modern pop trends while remaining true to Aguilera’s past.
  2. 58
    Liberation never reaches the heights fans likely wanted from Xtina, it serves as a pleasant refresher for a voice that has earned its place in the annals of pop history. That said, it’s a bit sad to feel like her finest moments are, at least for now, also in her past.
  3. Jun 25, 2018
    80
    Aguilera lets her talent fly as high as her freak flag, solving pop’s current obsession with box-ticking by nudging their lines into shapes more her liking.