Nobody Is Listening
by ZAYN
  • Record Label: RCA
  • Release Date: Jan 15, 2021
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8.6

Universal acclaim- based on 536 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 55 out of 536
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  1. esmafalls
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    Albüm mükemmeldi başlangıç ve bitişi çok uyumluydu her şarkı bir albüm gibi hikayesi vardı sadece 11 şarkı ile bile hayranlarını adeta büyüledi sesini mükemmel kullandı ve albümün alt yapısı mükemmeldi çok çok çok kaliteli ve sıkılmadan dinleyebileceğim çok güzel bir albüm Grammyi kesinlikle hakkediyor
  2. yunarielle
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    The album is so beautiful, lyrically and musically. This is my favorite album of his. It has a nice sound to it. I really recommend it . “Calamity” is the perfect way to start the album while “River road ” is the perfect way to end it. I enjoy the fact that he is open to working with small artists, it expands my knowledge of music. I enjoyed the album, laying down at night while playingThe album is so beautiful, lyrically and musically. This is my favorite album of his. It has a nice sound to it. I really recommend it . “Calamity” is the perfect way to start the album while “River road ” is the perfect way to end it. I enjoy the fact that he is open to working with small artists, it expands my knowledge of music. I enjoyed the album, laying down at night while playing it.. an amazing time. Thank you zayn!… Expand
  3. RohanArya
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    this is his best album. this album has soothing rnb vibes which I absolutely loved it. 10/10 for this beautiful album
  4. sivamani
    Feb 6, 2021
    10
    This is just a masterpiece album, everyone must definitely listen to in their lifetime. just go and listen, too good to be true, vibing on this all day all ny8.
  5. Anuska16_
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    This album is heaven. I am so proud of Zayn. The vibes of the song are so great. It's just like a therapy. And the lyrics are also so great. Loved this album so much.
  6. luj
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    loved it!!!! the lyrics are brilliant, beautiful melodies and when you think about what he is trying to say it only gets better
  7. Rachit824
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    I think this is zayn's best album so far because he has shown his true potential in this one and some of the tracks are just out of this world. He has finally found his style and if you are reading this then trust me please give it a shot you won't regret!
  8. Mahz96
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    This album come for saving just omg it's fantastic. Words can't describe the beauty of this album
  9. nourin
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    this is my take on nobody is listening from a few different aspects so keep reading to see me try and do this flawless album some justice.

    production wise, this album is the most distinctive out of his previous works; mind of mine and icarus falls. deciding on these 11 tracks that are straight to the point with with the delivery and instrumentals, there are absolutely no filler tracks.    this is my take on nobody is listening from a few different aspects so keep reading to see me try and do this flawless album some justice.

    production wise, this album is the most distinctive out of his previous works; mind of mine and icarus falls. deciding on these 11 tracks that are straight to the point with with the delivery and instrumentals, there are absolutely no filler tracks. the less refined production using fewer elements on the majority of the songs really allows the listeners to live in the atmosphere zayn creates for them. this much simpler approach to production, alongside some experimentation with acoustic and electric guitars and those 80’s drum rolls, created such a sonically pleasing album to listen to. on his previous albums icarus falls and mind of mine, we’ve never gotten these elements. moreover, something that stood out to me was the layering on some of the songs; take the opening track calamity for instance, during the rap verse -which was so beautifully written and delivered- you can hear how clear the audio is whilst zayn has this speaking register, as the song progresses and he starts singing the line “nobody is listening to me” for the first time, you can hear that his voice is pushed further back with a hint of hollow echo, implying that he’s in an empty room where no one is there to listen to him, and the second time he repeats the line he gets noticeably louder. lyric wise, there is so much to unpack from start to finish. it was really an out of body experience to me on first listen. opening up with calamity, giving us an intro to the story he’s been living and willing to tell us. secondly, the symbolism in tightrope and river road, communicating feelings intensely as he did with these tracks left me speechless and standing still. moving onto outside- my favorite track- connexion and better, u can easily detect a sort of chase or conflict happening, they left me with puddles in my eyes. then we have when love’s around, a track with flawless vocals delivered from zayn and syd, and a chill vibe that’s so suitable for a night cruise around the city. next we have the sexy trio that is; vibez and sweat giving us more upbeat and heated feels but looking at them on a deeper level, he exemplifies so much intimacy, undeniable and relentless adoration. with windowsill however, it shows more angst and bitterness hence the choice of words, making it possibly about makeup sex. lastly with the most honest track in my opinion, **** i feel like this is ought to be one of his best songs, the brutal honesty and nonchalance that he’s shown us before was much more eminent in this track, i’ve been waiting for something like it for so long and he hasn’t disappointed. i’ve some random notions before ending this hauntingly long review. there is so much being said with the way zayn decided to create and compose this album. he directly opens up to the listeners; he flips off the snakes climbing on his ladder of success, refuses to feed into other people’s fantasies, longs for his lover to let him back in, says he’s ready to fall off this tightrope for the person he’s truly himself with. you can see so much development happen in zayn’s skill since 2016 but also knowing that songs such as sweat and windowsill were written back in 2015, assures you that he had it in him the whole time.

    in conclusion, nobody is listening is so much more than just a sexual or sensual album. whilst there are songs on it that undeniably are, the album displays so much more emotional variety than that. it’s so much more than to be defined to that one category and im so tired of seeing it being said. you need just let the album speak for itself and really listen. this definitely is his most personal album, so take the time to really look at what he’s saying, to feel all the emotions he’s communicating to you.    … Expand
  10. Joana99
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    Amazing
  11. ZA10
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    I haven't listen album without any skip for long time, all the songs link together and they are telling stories, lyrically it is brilliant while I was listening the album it felt that someone was telling me stories, it is relatable, it has song for every occasion, songs you can gill to, romantic songs, at times songs like Calamity you feel like he is talking to you and it is your story,I haven't listen album without any skip for long time, all the songs link together and they are telling stories, lyrically it is brilliant while I was listening the album it felt that someone was telling me stories, it is relatable, it has song for every occasion, songs you can gill to, romantic songs, at times songs like Calamity you feel like he is talking to you and it is your story, there lyrically brilliant songs like River Road, Tightrope, Connection, Better, outside and Calamity they are like poetry.… Expand
  12. http1jxson
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    Phenomenal body of work. Zayn really outdid himself. Was just a beautiful story being told.
  13. Ankit_megh
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    Album is just wow, every song got a whole different vibes. Everyone knows the vocals of zayn ! So yeaa... Witness it once more
  14. Yemris
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    My faves are Sweat and Outside. Once again, Zayn proved us how versatile his vocal range is.
  15. Riz_wannn
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    One of his best works till date.
    It is tightly packed with 11 songs
    Compared to 27 songs Icarus Falls
    And has a sense of direction.
    There are gems like tightrope, windowsill and sweat.
    Overall a good R/B album.
  16. XBenja
    Jan 17, 2021
    10
    Espectacular, un álbum relajante.. y al fin algo que no sea igual al resto en lo comercial, muy buen álbum.
  17. Zaynn
    Jan 17, 2021
    10
    WOW! This album is mind blowing
  18. Maluu_01
    Jan 17, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is just brilliant. He didn't miss any track. This album combines the best: an amazing production, and a extraordinary lyrical composition. Without a doubt it is his best album and a work of art.… Expand
  19. biancaivan
    Jan 17, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. sweat is literally amazing i love daydreaming to it. windowsill is also really cool i love it so much. i listen to tightrope and river road all day every day… Expand
  20. Krijn
    Jan 17, 2021
    10
    Amazing album! His best one! Vocals are superb and a great variety of songs!
  21. annajgvs
    Jan 17, 2021
    10
    Amazing third album. There are eleven songs on the album and there’s not one song that I don’t like.
  22. harika_2005
    Jan 17, 2021
    10
    the album is beautiful . each song takes u to a happy place and makes u so joyous . I've been streaming it non stop for the past 2 days now . the songwriting is absolutely beautiful and daunting. tightrope is my personal fav , his voice and lyrics just leave u speechless . zayn is a super talented musician and I hope he has the best in life . I love u zayn keep up the good work . can'tthe album is beautiful . each song takes u to a happy place and makes u so joyous . I've been streaming it non stop for the past 2 days now . the songwriting is absolutely beautiful and daunting. tightrope is my personal fav , his voice and lyrics just leave u speechless . zayn is a super talented musician and I hope he has the best in life . I love u zayn keep up the good work . can't wait for music … Expand
  23. OscarMusIng
    Jan 18, 2021
    7
    Zyan third album is fresh and relaxing, nothing different but still an outstanding album.
  24. Razvannn25
    Jan 18, 2021
    4
    I feel like in this album are lots of good lyrics but is it enough for saving the album? The sound of this album is magical in an interesting way. I saved 2 songs actually but many were boring. I like the collaboration w/ Syd and also Outside and Vibez are the best songs on this album but sadly are in the top of the album. So at the end of the day i liked only 3 songs? Maybe 4? Also i donI feel like in this album are lots of good lyrics but is it enough for saving the album? The sound of this album is magical in an interesting way. I saved 2 songs actually but many were boring. I like the collaboration w/ Syd and also Outside and Vibez are the best songs on this album but sadly are in the top of the album. So at the end of the day i liked only 3 songs? Maybe 4? Also i don t see the point of the first track that s not actually a trach but prologue.… Expand
  25. sarojsharma2660
    Jan 20, 2021
    10
    one of the best albums of this century. Got goosebumps while listening to it. Love it and recommend everyone to have a listen. Trust me it's lit!!!
  26. werikasousa
    Jan 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. one of the best albums I've ever heard. Zayn was so personal on this album, the best tracks are definitely "sweat" "willdowsill" and "vibez". The best album so far.… Expand
  27. raianepaulino
    Jan 20, 2021
    10
    perfect album. zayn did really a good job! you can ser how mature is nil and how much he grew after the years. just loved so much.
  28. Aamir
    Jan 20, 2021
    10
    The best RNB album of the year with out a doubt!! Period. The number 61 of Meta critics for this album is unjustified and isn't reflect the originality of this album stature.
  29. Wedgemanash
    Jan 20, 2021
    10
    One of zayns most ambitious albums to date. Adored the south-East Asian inspired instrumentals in some songs and the Urdu hook in tightrope was fantastic. Definitely an album that grows on you, very excited to see zayns future projects, this one was a hit in my book.
  30. Dand2
    Jan 20, 2021
    10
    O melhor álbum dele após o mind of mine, um álbum MT gostosinha de ouvir, o patrão é top
  31. MaS07
    Jan 21, 2021
    9
    Zayn deserves respect and recognition. The album that he has put on the table is amazing to listen. Personally I don't care much about lyrics. I just love to listen to melodies and music of songs. If the tune, music or melody of a song pleases me, then I am in. Zayn's third album is full of such pleasent melodies. Most of the songs are good to hear. I bet one won't get bore at any pointZayn deserves respect and recognition. The album that he has put on the table is amazing to listen. Personally I don't care much about lyrics. I just love to listen to melodies and music of songs. If the tune, music or melody of a song pleases me, then I am in. Zayn's third album is full of such pleasent melodies. Most of the songs are good to hear. I bet one won't get bore at any point in the album. For me, it is the only album, most of which songs have not bored me. My favorite songs are Outside, Tightrope, Better, Vibez, and When love's around.… Expand
  32. ViolaXie
    Jan 24, 2021
    8
    i can see zayn improving with every album he releases, altho this album is not yet mature enuf to compare with those hot ones, but i can see that hes given his all for this. ur the most amazing zaynnn!
  33. Hdeel7
    Jan 26, 2021
    10
    Zayn has really stepped up the game!! This album has just left me mind blown when I first heard it, it's so chill but so hot at the same time and with his angelic seducing vocals it's even hotter, lyrically I really loved Calamity, **** tight rope, outside and river road. The way he started the album and finished it is perfect and it just feels like a whole body of work from the beginningZayn has really stepped up the game!! This album has just left me mind blown when I first heard it, it's so chill but so hot at the same time and with his angelic seducing vocals it's even hotter, lyrically I really loved Calamity, **** tight rope, outside and river road. The way he started the album and finished it is perfect and it just feels like a whole body of work from the beginning to the end rather than just a random collection of songs and I really appreciate that cause it gave me a whole musical experience and the hard work behind it is really showing!! His influence on r&b/hip hop is beyond compare for me, he just knows how to put his print on it, Zayn's Print. Much respect for him ! Highly anticipating for what's new from this kid … Expand
  34. ivaroblez
    Jan 30, 2021
    10
    amazing album with zero skips!! The versatility of Zayn is just incredible! my faves are sweat and tightrope!
  35. Nauf
    Jan 31, 2021
    10
    Think album is definitely one of the best R&B albums in 2020/2021.
    I’m not a huge Zayn fan, but I won’t skip a song on this album.
    It literally keeps on my toes on every song!
  36. swiftexileee
    Feb 6, 2021
    7
    I don't know why Zayn keeps on making album with the same old vibes. You can do better Zayn. To be honest this is not a bad album, it's just that he keeps on bringing the listener to his initial discography. The melodic compositions was just like his debut album. This album lacks conviction but quite impressed with the production.
  37. Allyislistening
    Feb 8, 2021
    10
    What a gem ! This album is so intimate, smooth, it shows Zayn's vulnerability. You feel the passion he has for his music, singing...and what a lyricist, he is a poet. Outside is such a beautiful song. Tightrope is one of the most romantic songs I've heard (the urdu part is so f...beautiful). River Road has Jeff Buckley's vibes. Sweat is a real banger ! It should has been the lead single ofWhat a gem ! This album is so intimate, smooth, it shows Zayn's vulnerability. You feel the passion he has for his music, singing...and what a lyricist, he is a poet. Outside is such a beautiful song. Tightrope is one of the most romantic songs I've heard (the urdu part is so f...beautiful). River Road has Jeff Buckley's vibes. Sweat is a real banger ! It should has been the lead single of this album. It's one of the hottest and best songs he has ever sang. It's Zayn at his best ! Zayn everybody should listen to you because you are a true musician, singer, lyricist ! You are the best singer of our generation.… Expand
  38. JesstheMess
    Feb 21, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I kinda fell off of Zayn after PILLOWTALK but am recently rediscovering him after this release, and I gotta say, I’m definitely a fan. I’ve been tracking some reviews and analyses of the album and I’m generally shocked by such mixed reviews. I think this album really proves his credibility as an honest to God artist rather than just a vocalist. I love his use of falsetto, the blurred lines between genres is particularly creative and the lyricism itself is very intentional. The inclusion of “Chaudhvin Ka Chand” by Mohammad Rafi (which was a huge deal in Bollywood in the 60s) as a bridge in Urdu in “Tightrope” is inspired, in addition to the lyrical parallels of “River Road” to Kahlil Gibran’s “On Marriage”:


    “We don’t define each other
    Stand on your own, be a pillar” the song

    And “And stand together yet not too near
    together: For the pillars of the temple stand apart,” the poem

    I just think this is it’s own level of artistic brilliance. As for production of the album I’ve been seeing also reviews stating some friction between tracks that are overproduced vs underproduced. I admit there’s some songs that I had to listen to more than once due to the production of the track but I think I’m all the more better for it. Every time I listen to the album I hear something new; whether it be a reference to a previous album (the concept of falling from a too passionate love from Icarus Falls, his 2nd album), or the slight pitch in certain lyrics when sung. This to me is just evidence of the level of intention Zayn conveys and inputs into this album. This is not supposed to be an album full of bangers, it feels like an atmospheric self reflection piece. Does something slightly so experimental such as this run the risk of underperforming commercially? Absolutely, but I hold such appreciation for an artist who does art for the very sake of it, and I’ve enjoyed watching the reactions of people who don’t even know who Zayn is experience the emotions conveyed on this album.    … Expand
  39. Itismee
    Feb 22, 2021
    10
    I love this album and I advice to you to listen to this album listen to this album from Spotify
  40. Pauleth
    Mar 16, 2021
    10
    Hope I only leave good vibes on your living room floor
    It hurts so bad that I didn't when you asked for more
    Your dad probably loves me more than he ever did now 'Cause I finally got out Yeah, we're finally knocked down 'Cause, sometimes it's better that way Gotta let it go so your heart don't break 'Cause I love you Yeah, baby, I love you Just this one time, hear what I'm tryna say Know    Hope I only leave good vibes on your living room floor
    It hurts so bad that I didn't when you asked for more
    Your dad probably loves me more than he ever did now
    'Cause I finally got out
    Yeah, we're finally knocked down
    'Cause, sometimes it's better that way
    Gotta let it go so your heart don't break
    'Cause I love you
    Yeah, baby, I love you
    Just this one time, hear what I'm tryna say
    Know you might not feel quite the same way
    But I love you
    I tell you, I love you
    Why? Why wait to fight?
    Give it a try
    Or I'll say goodbye while it's right
    Can we save tears in your eyes?
    I'm making you cry
    Why wait to hate? Can we save love?
    I fell in, I'm falling, I'm for you
    I can't let you fall through the floor too
    It's a gamble to take any more of you
    (It's a gamble to take-take more of you)
    Still in my mind sometimes, I must admit it
    Like it's a crime on trial, I got acquitted
    Me and you wasn't meant, we wasn't fitted
    Like it's a glove, I hated to admit it
    'Cause obviously we go back
    So why would we ruin that?
    In too deep, we're rearranged
    Now you wanna ask for names
    We can't let this fruit go bad
    Sayin' things we can't take back
    In too deep, we're rearranged
    Say you feel the same
    Why? Why wait to fight?
    Give it a try
    Or I'll say goodbye while it's right
    Can we save tears in your eyes?
    I'm watching you cry
    Why wait to hate? Can we save love?    … Expand
  41. arianator16
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    In this album we can see true Zayn. These songs are what he always wanted to make. We start with spoken word, kind of rap track „calamity” with really good lyrics. Then we move to „better” which is a really good single. The production is truly enjoyable to listen to. Next we have „outside” which is one of my favorites. I love it, his voice is full of emotions.”vibez” is just a vibe ;) ItsIn this album we can see true Zayn. These songs are what he always wanted to make. We start with spoken word, kind of rap track „calamity” with really good lyrics. Then we move to „better” which is a really good single. The production is truly enjoyable to listen to. Next we have „outside” which is one of my favorites. I love it, his voice is full of emotions.”vibez” is just a vibe ;) Its addictive. I listen to it at least once a day. Then we have „when love’s around”, Syd voice really fits this song. I love their voices together. „Connexion” is such a strange song. There are so many different sounds in it, but it really works. I think „sweat” should be the next single. Its so oldschool, kinda 70/80s drums beat. „Unf**kwitable” is such a confident anthem. It makes me feel powerful. „Windowsill” is a collab with Devlin. Its a r&b kinda trap track. I love Zayn’s voice in it. Next is my number 1 song which is „tightrope”. Zayn’s voice in it makes me wanna cry. Its so gentle but with a rasp. Such a beautiful song. I think it might be my favorite song from zayn ever. We finish with „river road” which is a r&b maybe country guitar song. Overall this album is so Zayn. I think it really decscribes him. He put his heart into it.… Expand
  42. Satakshi
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    All the tracks are hands down amazing in this album. Zayn's voice and the lyrics. This is the best album he could ever give us. Vibez is so good. My favorite track is Tightrope and Connexion. His music is damn love.
  43. tizianalisanti
    Mar 20, 2021
    7
    me gusta, lo normal. los sonidos son muy buenos, zayn tiene una muy buena voz
  44. Pjoel
    Mar 20, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Siempre me ha gustado la musica de Zayn, pero aún no me convence este álbum, no sale de su zona de confort. Aunque sus letras son maduras y tener una gran voz… Expand
  45. houseofdrew
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    Zayn tiene un sonido muy auténtico, en cada canción se puede sentir su esencia
    Tiene una voz impresionante 20/10
  46. Sunsetfayy
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    He sounds so much more honest and has put so much of his emotions in this album. He has grown so much as a solo artist and I will for sure have this on repeat.
  47. Sunnybob
    Mar 22, 2021
    8
    Nice album I like couple of songs and specially the one with hindi lyrics in the end.
  48. rickkk
    Jul 4, 2021
    7
    it's not my favorite zayn project, but it's still a nice album. nothing extraordinary, but it's pretty decent
  49. isabelaalas26
    Mar 21, 2021
    10
    De mis favoritos, me encanta el estilo musical, dice mucho del artista, ya que se no hace música comercial como muchos otros, se arriesga a hacer su propio arte. Además, tiene una de las voces más maravillosas que he escuchado. amaZAYN
  50. Maiten
    Mar 21, 2021
    10
    Un álbum corto no sobra ni falta nada sis melodias son distintas entre si pero con una connexion especiao entre ellas
  51. asthasharma
    Mar 23, 2021
    10
    his best album ever. a very unique sense of style seen. something different and amazing. lyrically strong and vocals are really good. love it
  52. McHall
    Apr 5, 2021
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. expecting better. ppl always brag about his vocal ability so i was disappointed. decent album but not good enough.… Expand
  53. ilovezayn
    Apr 7, 2021
    10
    an underrated masterpiece!! one of the best albums of all time. everything about this album is just so amazing!! the lyrics and the production are PERFECT!! zayn sounds like an angel. he’s literally the vocalist of our generation. I’m so proud of him and how far he’s come. everybody give it a try, it’s so amazing and unique, trust me.❤️
  54. EVERLEDIS
    May 1, 2021
    10
    ᵗʰᵉ ˢᵒⁿᵍ ⁱˢ ˢᵒ ᵇᵉᵃᵘᵗⁱᶠᵘˡ ᵗʰᵉ ˢᵒⁿᵍ ⁱˢ ˢᵒ ᵇᵉᵃᵘᵗⁱᶠᵘˡ ᵗʰᵉ ˢᵒⁿᵍ ⁱˢ ˢᵒ ᵇᵉᵃᵘᵗⁱᶠᵘˡ ᵗʰᵉ ˢᵒⁿᵍ ⁱˢ ˢᵒ ᵇᵉᵃᵘᵗⁱᶠᵘˡ ᵗʰᵉ ˢᵒⁿᵍ ⁱˢ ˢᵒ ᵇᵉᵃᵘᵗⁱᶠᵘˡ ᵗʰᵉ ˢᵒⁿᵍ ⁱˢ ˢᵒ ᵇᵉᵃᵘᵗⁱᶠᵘˡ
  55. fernandinhab
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    His most personal album. He manages to criticize the industry and be honest in his compositions, like "Calamity" and "Unf***witable". The latter having soft and delicate vocals, the melody is so beautiful. "Connexion" and "Tightrope" being the most beautiful in my opinion and he still pays a little tribute to his grandfather in "Tightrope". I'm so proud of ZAYN.
  56. Metricfan
    Apr 25, 2021
    10
    The Album is perfect and sonically cohesive. Zayn just proves time after time how talented he is.
  57. bbcah
    May 21, 2021
    10
    I could've listen this all day.No kidding. Love the lirics, his voice...ALL OF THIS
  58. NourIsACritic
    May 28, 2021
    10
    River Road is an impeccable piece of work! What an artist, def his best album.
  59. pineapplejoon
    Sep 7, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An excellent composition, the intro was surprisingly catchy and the tracks had a good balance of tone, could've held more singles but 2 promotional ones are good since that the record has 11 songs only. There's quite a hidden energy, a calm flow that reflected his own maturity and growth. Absolutely amazing! Good job from zayn.… Expand
  60. Brightcyp12
    Nov 21, 2021
    10
    nobody is listening es álbum muy bueno desde mi punto de vista **** es para mi de las mejores canciones junto con outside y calamity
  61. apoorvaj15
    Aug 10, 2021
    0
    Listen I love Zayn but he missed me with this album...I'll still be streaming Icarus Falls tho
  62. rianmalik
    Aug 19, 2021
    10
    definitely his best album ever. he evolves more and more as an artist and expresses more emotion with each album
  63. Fantanoskids
    Sep 9, 2021
    6
    Decent album, not a bad album but I think zayn could have done something much better, the beats and melody in this thing were almost the same for me, not a lot of switches, and the lyrics and theme of the album weren’t that impressive either, there are some really good songs but also some really bad ones or forgettables.
  64. AloneJhona
    Sep 6, 2021
    10
    Amazing r&b!! This album is so pretty, melancholy and excitedly good, I love it
  65. Tara22
    Nov 5, 2021
    0
    This is the most boring album that I've ever heard he has a good voice but he doesn't know how to use it
  66. CharGo
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
    Simplemente este álbum me parece genial. Sus vocals son de otro mundo, la producción y las letras son muy buenas. ¡Lo amé!
  67. cinnamongirl97
    Oct 15, 2021
    10
    Zayn manages to speak to my heart with each album. Mind of Mine was bold, Icarus Falls was delicate and Nobody Is Listening is more vulnerable than ever. It starts off with a spoken-word, continues with Better. This time around, his lyrics are better than ever. Outside is relatable with heavenly vocals, Vibez is cool but too short, When Love's Around is cute, Connexion is not only Zayn'sZayn manages to speak to my heart with each album. Mind of Mine was bold, Icarus Falls was delicate and Nobody Is Listening is more vulnerable than ever. It starts off with a spoken-word, continues with Better. This time around, his lyrics are better than ever. Outside is relatable with heavenly vocals, Vibez is cool but too short, When Love's Around is cute, Connexion is not only Zayn's favorite song but also mine, Sweat is the BEST song on the album and deserved to be the lead single, **** is honest, Windowsill is sexy (although I didn't like Devlin's part), Tightrope is one of those songs which feels so warm and River Road.. River Road is the best Zayn song, ever. Poetic lyrics, Jeff Buckley type of vocals and lush production. We are listening Zayn, and we are so glad that you keep making art. What a beautiful album!… Expand
  68. RudradeepDas
    Dec 16, 2021
    10
    Undoubtedly Best Album of 2021, Zayn did a pretty good experiment with sound over here and loved it
  69. Gandhar3
    Mar 2, 2022
    7
    Most intimate Album by Zayn,but there something Missing like repeat ability where even if you are not his fan you'll want to keep listening to the singles I wish they would have more repeat value
  70. LeoAckley
    Apr 8, 2022
    10
    This is one of the greatest album of our time. I want everybody to give it a go, highly recommended if you genuinely have a good taste in music. The creativity, artistic glow and last but not the least zayn's beautiful voice has made this album a masterpiece.
  71. tyler_
    Jun 17, 2022
    0
    i don't like it, the voice is good but overall it's bad, his worst work for sure
  72. mountainturk
    Apr 14, 2022
    5
    I’m a HUGE zayn fan, however I was disappointed when this album dropped. I expected a lot due to Icarus Falls and Mind Of Mine being so highquality albums. This one was just meh, and didn’t meet his potential. It’s not near as personal as his previous albums, I didn’t like how his vocal sat in the songs either. Personally I just liked half of the songs on it. Hope his next album is moreI’m a HUGE zayn fan, however I was disappointed when this album dropped. I expected a lot due to Icarus Falls and Mind Of Mine being so highquality albums. This one was just meh, and didn’t meet his potential. It’s not near as personal as his previous albums, I didn’t like how his vocal sat in the songs either. Personally I just liked half of the songs on it. Hope his next album is more like MOM and IF.… Expand
  73. fartyfreak
    Oct 26, 2022
    5
    The lyrics, the production, the songs as individuals are decent. But as an album, when thinking of all songs together, they are just forgettable. How many songs can he make about sex with gorgeous lyrics? But the album is short and sweet. Though, the first time listening was more enjoyable than any other time, I think it was just the anticipation of a new Zayn album. The album isThe lyrics, the production, the songs as individuals are decent. But as an album, when thinking of all songs together, they are just forgettable. How many songs can he make about sex with gorgeous lyrics? But the album is short and sweet. Though, the first time listening was more enjoyable than any other time, I think it was just the anticipation of a new Zayn album. The album is redefining and a big step for Zayn and his career, but it was just forgettable and irrelevant.… Expand
  74. kaceys
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    An incredible venture, shame it was not promoted very well. More people deserve to listen to these tracks.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 9 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 9
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 9
  3. Negative: 0 out of 9
  1. AllMusic
    Feb 3, 2021
    70
    Even though the album isn't as immediate as his prior work, it rewards repeated listens and some concentration, a smooth experience fit for wasting a day away between the sheets.
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  2. Pitchfork
    Jan 20, 2021
    56
    The album’s most tolerable songs fixate on the physical, a pulsating goo of slow drums and reverbed descriptions of skin mashed against skin.
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  3. The Observer (UK)
    Jan 19, 2021
    60
    Nobody Is Listening doubles down on this expertly cultivated, look-but-don’t-touch, this-far-and-no-further brand. The good news is that, as an artist, Zayn keeps refining. The songwriters may be many here, but the songs suit him more and more.
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