• Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Oct 30, 2020
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  1. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Definitely her best body of work. From the lyrics, to the sound, to the vocals. you can hear her growth as an artist and as a person.
  2. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Ariana gets out of the regular pop route and gives us a whole flavor full of music (focused on rnb). It’s amazing and hits differently. One of her best albums!
  3. Oct 30, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O álbum é absulutamente perfeito em vocais e um perfeito R&B. Ariana entrega músicas tecnicamente bem feitas que não tem intuito de hit e sim de apreciação. Faixas que se destacam: just like magic, my hair, nasty, safety net, six thirty, love language e pov Expand
  4. Oct 30, 2020
    0
    pior álbum dela, esperava mais, batidas repetidas e músicas bem genéricas .
  5. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    a deep album where Ariana Grande shows her best and still surprises her fans and haters
  6. Oct 30, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The álbum was not what i expect, I thought she would make the best album but was terrible, just motive and off the table was right Expand
  7. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    absolutely an amazing album, makes me feel like an actual bad ass. whoever doesnt like this album are small minded and need mental help.
  8. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Very beautiful! They are pleasant songs to listen to. Ariana is very talented. It deserves much more than a 10 !!!
  9. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    incrivel, perfeito, impecavel, sem defeitos, tudo que eu queria dela era um album que não seguisse nenhum padrão pop pra agradar critica e o positions é basicamente isso.
  10. Oct 30, 2020
    1
    Her vocals are good but the writing is weak and she seems more interested in making a “sex” type album rather than a meaningful deep one. Having 10-15 producers doesn’t help
  11. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Ariana nos dio un álbum donde se puede apreciar todo su rango vocal (mucho más que Sweetener), explora con los instrumentos y busca otro rumbo, diferente al pop. Es algo novedoso en su discografia, innovador instrumentalmente. Podria decir que Positions tiene un fragmento de cada album anterior que ha hecho, nos recuerda asus inicios y liricamente las letras conectan con canciones pasadas.Ariana nos dio un álbum donde se puede apreciar todo su rango vocal (mucho más que Sweetener), explora con los instrumentos y busca otro rumbo, diferente al pop. Es algo novedoso en su discografia, innovador instrumentalmente. Podria decir que Positions tiene un fragmento de cada album anterior que ha hecho, nos recuerda asus inicios y liricamente las letras conectan con canciones pasadas. Un gran album que lamentablementr esta siendo infravalorado por no ser comercial. Expand
  12. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    I think critics don’t like it beause we’re not used to ariana singing with R&B (i mean, she always did r&b but this time it’s a whole album). It’s so good, i think thank u, next is better but yeah it’s her second best project. No doubt
  13. Oct 30, 2020
    0
    Honestly do disappointed as this was my most anticipated album this yr after the announcement. The songs are meant to sexy yet if like a kid trying to tell us they're having sex
  14. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    the album is excellent, Ariana brought new developments along with the rhythms in which she is establishing herself, is light, fluid and has moments so high that I would say are the best of her career
  15. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    this is one of her best albums, amazing vocals, great production and lyrics. i'm OBSESSED
  16. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    a piece of art, it is so different and personal. i love the lyrics and the production, it was similar to the heaven
  17. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Em Positions, Ariana atinge seu ápice de amadurecimento vocal, com vocais limpos e coesos e letras marcantes, Ariana passeia por alguns maiores momentos de sua carreira, em especial Yours Truly e sweetener. O álbum é fortemente influenciado pelo r&b e acaba indo contra o convencional e comercial da indústria atual. Com Positions Ariana adentra em um novo patamar da indústria com um dosEm Positions, Ariana atinge seu ápice de amadurecimento vocal, com vocais limpos e coesos e letras marcantes, Ariana passeia por alguns maiores momentos de sua carreira, em especial Yours Truly e sweetener. O álbum é fortemente influenciado pelo r&b e acaba indo contra o convencional e comercial da indústria atual. Com Positions Ariana adentra em um novo patamar da indústria com um dos maiores álbuns já lançados. Destaques para My hair, motive, love language, obvious, nasty, pov e Positions. Expand
  18. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This is her best album; hands down. I'm not sure why it has such a low rating. She has matured so much, and this album is truly my favourite. She sounds like an angel throughout, and I can't stop listening to it! I actually don't understand the negative reviews; what is there to hate about this album. It's so beautiful!
  19. Oct 30, 2020
    9
    well known, it´s far removed from pop, it is a well-accomplished r & b work, an exploration of more uncomplicated themes, good vocals, however she should not get used to it or it will always sound the same.
  20. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Ariana conseguiu trazer uma coisa q muitos não trouxe, conseguiu descobrir jeitos novos da música, ela estar muito perfeita, os vocais nem se fala, esse álbum estar simplesmente fantástico
  21. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    amazing album, no bad songs. ariana's voice sound so good in this type of music and it's soothing, 10/10
  22. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum R&B por parte de la diva del pop Ariana, ha demostrado que puede demostrar sus sentimientos con unos sonidos cálidos y acoger dores
  23. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    this album is absolutely amazing, she put all her emotions and it sounds incredible!! its a whole different album comparing with her others, loved that.
  24. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This album is a refreshment after the repeated release of generic bubblegum pop music this past year. Positions shows just how much Ariana has grown and developed not just as an artist but as a person, and does so in a light and fun way. Beautifully produced and her vocals continue to never disappoint (will definitely listen to again)
  25. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    best album by ariana so far ! so much better sweetener, dw, thank, u next , yours truly
  26. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Different from what she has done before, all the songs have such a good vibe. I love it!
  27. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Ariana surprised the world with this pop album inspired greatly by r&b elements which took her discography to a whole new level. From her single “positions” to the emotionally written “pov”, Ariana Grande continues to push her limits. 10/10
  28. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    amazing album!! album of the year✨This album comes at the peak of Grandes career, and Positions continues the climb. The orchestral instrumentals, the blues and rnb influence, and everything in this album is absolutely stunning!
  29. Oct 30, 2020
    0
    Mais do mesmo, ariana mostrando realmente quem é com sua música genérica e repetitiva
  30. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    the most healing album, her voice is heaven and this r&b style is perfect for her. She never disappoints. Wow! feeling so blessed
  31. Oct 30, 2020
    6
    Love love love L-O-V-E Ariana, but this isn't her best work. Still, God bless her - while this album lacks the obvious wow moments like God Is a Woman, Breathin', or Into You - she was clearly doing this album out of fun and followed her heart. A lot of the songs on the album show potential, but ultimately suffer from sounding undercooked. The first two songs are hands down the worst songsLove love love L-O-V-E Ariana, but this isn't her best work. Still, God bless her - while this album lacks the obvious wow moments like God Is a Woman, Breathin', or Into You - she was clearly doing this album out of fun and followed her heart. A lot of the songs on the album show potential, but ultimately suffer from sounding undercooked. The first two songs are hands down the worst songs she's ever recorded. Starting from track 3, the mood shifts and the songs get progressively better. I particularly enjoyed my hair, nasty, love language & pov. Nevertheless, none of the aforementioned tracks can hold a candle to her biggest hits. The cohesive production is also one of its downsides... it is very hard to tell the songs apart after a while since all of them sort of sound alike. I still think she deserves respect for doing an album that's less commercial in nature and probably more reflective of her own taste though. 6/10 Expand
  32. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This is an r&b album, i don't know why these biased bland white men that prefer their boring ass pop and country music are reviewing this album, this is not for y'all. They are being just straight up hateful because she'snot doing pop **** anymore.
  33. Oct 30, 2020
    0
    Underwhelming. Not her best work. Stream TUN and Sweetner to cleanse your ear drums. So sorry
  34. Oct 30, 2020
    0
    the most boring thing i ever listen! any of these songs could be a discard from her previous albums, irritating and forgettable.
  35. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    full of bops, her best album, y’all just keep lying while saying u hate the album y’all just jealous of ✨success✨ i believe in positions supremacy goodbye
  36. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Her best album! Queen of r&b!! The vocals are perfect as always and you can see that she grew up:)
  37. Oct 30, 2020
    0
    One of the worst albums I've ever heard in my life. I can't even explain how bad he can be. Ariana is a disgrace to the industry !!!
  38. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    amazing i love it its perfection
    amazing i love it its perfection i absolutely adore this album it completely surpassed my expectations
  39. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Her most cohesive work yet, I love with where she's going with her music style.
  40. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This album has a great variety of rhythms and lyrics very different from his other albums. The collaborations are great, perfect for the theme of what the album is about. It's incredible.
  41. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Its not just an album its a masterpiece, an art, a cultural reset. An album with beautiful songs. And one of ariana's best album Expand
  42. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the queen is back, she brought trap / hip-hop / r & b songs perfectly, she knows what she does with her voice and we all know ... she doesn't need to prove to anyone that she is the voice of the new generation Expand
  43. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    absolutely amazing! gives a feel of strong femininity and being not ashamed. songs have a wide range of vocals. my top three are: safety net, my hair & 34+35! completely in awe of ariana’s amazing vocals and talent to be able to produce songs from a different genre.
  44. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    It's no better than thank you next, but it's a great successor. Ariana has a lot of harmony, and she knows how to use it very well in her favor.
  45. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    The album, each song at a time, weaves into a perfect display of relationship from healing to strength. Without hiding vulnerabilities.
  46. Oct 30, 2020
    9
    The album seems to be experimental, like Ariana's entry into the R&B music genre, but still the album is fine, the tracks are good. However, I would have liked more rhythmic songs, similar to those of the Thank u, next era or the Dangerous woman era. I wish the album had been worked on a bit more, because I think it is somewhat lazy in some respects, the rhythms can sometimes be not veryThe album seems to be experimental, like Ariana's entry into the R&B music genre, but still the album is fine, the tracks are good. However, I would have liked more rhythmic songs, similar to those of the Thank u, next era or the Dangerous woman era. I wish the album had been worked on a bit more, because I think it is somewhat lazy in some respects, the rhythms can sometimes be not very enjoyable. However, I repeat again, the album itself is very good and I loved it. Expand
  47. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    I really like this album and can’t stop listening to it ..
  48. Oct 30, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Really bad, people love to sh*t on Katy Perry but acclaim this?? Pathetic. No artistic growth, vulgar lyrics, trendy and generic beats, all songs sound the same. Ariana is a talented nice girl but she's been going downhill this year, first she collaborated with fading artists and now this. Expand
  49. Oct 30, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Arimiados ya retirate viej4 explosiva y llévate a tus fans contigo para que dejen de pasar el Positions con trozos de Thank U Manca Expand
  50. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    É tão perfeito! Eu amo o jeito comk ela consegue ser sincera através da música. Segue sendo fiel a sua musicalidade apesar de explorar o R&B.
  51. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    this album showed her artistic growth and at the same time went back to the steps of yours truly. The rnb sound fits her voice perfectly and this project is the most cohesive she's ever put out. My top 3 is my hair, shut up and love language.
  52. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Me gusta mucho, este album, es uno d emis favorito, se que no tiene el impacto esoerado, pero es un álbum que Ariana hizo para sus fans y no necesariamente para romoer records
  53. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    this album is so good if u cant disagree thanks to miss grande for this amazing album
  54. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    ariana has grown so much and i’m so happy that she’s finally doing what she wants and exploring new style. love her so much and i totally recommend the album
  55. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    amazing. vocals, lyrics and happiana!! an rnb masterpiece that shows her healing process and how happy she is now. ALSO THE WHISTLE NOTES ICONIC
  56. Oct 30, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What the actual **** is this album Expand
  57. Oct 30, 2020
    0
    The album is just ain’t it. It’s really bad I’m not a fan but i like her past albums are kind of good this album it’s just bad there is like 2 or 3 good songs only on the album.
  58. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    its by far her best album. she worked so hard and gave us this beautiful album and left everyone in shock. this album is filled with so much emotion and that makes it so much better than her other albums.
  59. Oct 30, 2020
    4
    Very high highs but very low lows. Love Language and pov are excellent and unique songs, while a good portion of the others sound fairly similar with generic beats. Had a lot of potential, but feels rushed.
  60. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. ÁLBUM PERFEITO, IMPECÁVEL DEMAIS
    ARIANA PRINCESA DO POP SIM! E SEM CHORO HATERS!
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  61. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    10/10 the best album so far from the queen of your generation. we love you ari
  62. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    an incredible album from a true artist. literally a masterpiece. so empowering. 100/10
  63. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    With this album Ariana shows us the cure after her last two albums "Sweetener" and "Thank u, next" where she described her pain after trauma experienced in her career and personal life. Positions sounds like a slow, painful, beautiful and desirable cure. Anyone who wants to listen to this album with their soul knows what it is like to have your soul healed with impeccable vocals andWith this album Ariana shows us the cure after her last two albums "Sweetener" and "Thank u, next" where she described her pain after trauma experienced in her career and personal life. Positions sounds like a slow, painful, beautiful and desirable cure. Anyone who wants to listen to this album with their soul knows what it is like to have your soul healed with impeccable vocals and beautiful harmonies between partnerships with The Weeknd, Doja Cat and Ty Dolla Sing. I think Grande followed the line of having an entire beautiful discography that shows its various sides. Expand
  64. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    great album if you like r&b! if you are expecting pop this is not for you, dont blame on ariana :)
  65. Oct 30, 2020
    0
    Loved thank u next but this album doesn't even come close to it. Glad some fans like it, just not my cup of tea
  66. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    her best album. r&b suits her voice a lot better than pop!! there truly aren’t any bad songs on this album, so ranking it was really hard.
  67. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This is R§B, this work is a new facet in the life of Ariana, she feling good and sexy, yes Ari!
  68. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Ha sido un álbum magnífico, excelente en todo, producción, vocales, aunque un poco similar a los trabajos anteriores, sigue sido un buen album
  69. Oct 30, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Disappointing. This album leaves a lot to be desired. I was hoping for something new, but this album was disappointed. It's ugly, it looks like **** Expand
  70. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This album is perfect and it’s easy to see how she fits well into the rnb genre.
  71. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    finally in her r&b bag as she should be. if you're yt you dont get to speak on this album she didn't make it for you:)
  72. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    o álbum muito bom pra quem tem ótimo intelecto sonoro, é um dos melhores de sua carreira
  73. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Best album of all time. She wrote every word of this masterpiece and she vocal produced the whole album alone. A genius.
  74. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    this album was everything i expected and more. the songs go hand in hand, all of them. the overall sound of the album is heavenly with amazing vocals, and there is not a single bad song on this album. i think the critics should rethink their reviews.
  75. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jej najlepszy album!!! Jest taki spokojny i delikatny, niesie ze sobą dużo emocji i ciepła. Słuchając czuję się jakby ktoś mnie przytulił. Teksty piosenek są niesamowite a podkłady muzyczne zaskakują w najmniej oczekiwanych momentach. Expand
  76. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I finished listening to positions and I can say that I did not expect such musical evolution from Ariana in such a short time. the instrumental of each track has its uniqueness and she explored the low, medium and whistle vocals, proving that she does not live on high note only. Expand
  77. Oct 30, 2020
    0
    sucks. dont think i forgot scooters payola and his 6 credit cards. gooba deserved the #1 not the mustin guy
  78. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Perfeito! Um dos melhores álbum da Ariana, e com certeza um dos melhores do ano.
  79. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    awesome, her best album, my favorite song is 34 + 35

    She is so talented, this is álbum has everything to be an AOTY
  80. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    She gave us the most mature of all her albums, amazing vocals and melodies. She fits perfectly at the R&B
  81. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    The vocals, the production, the lyrics are amazing, this album is perfect. Ariana is the best
  82. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    this album is amazing. y’all are tasteless. stop hating on successful women you lazy, jobless wh0res
  83. Oct 30, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ariana Grande had a challenge in how to approach her sixth studio album, for her last album, thank u next, was made in direct response to the grief and heartbreak in her life, but Ariana delivered better than ever. Unlike sweetener, positions, a life update and in the process of healing album, Ariana does not pretend that everything is okay, but she instead shows through referencing her previous work of thank u next directly in positions that life can and will get better and she is working on it. She questions the things she wrote in the quick 2 weeks of 2018 stating "is it real or just in my head," "learning to be greatful for myself," "all my baggage fading safely," etc. which is very heartwarming to those who are seeing the artist grow and progress. Musically, Ariana's vocals are incredible: with many stacked harmonies and beautiful whistle tones which Grande especially shines in the track "My Hair." Somehow, Ariana has topped herself again, it is exciting to see where she will continue to go in the future. Expand
  84. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    i never thought i would say this but this is her best album to date.
    sweetener trash compared to positions
  85. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    such a beautiful album!! her lyrics and vocals are insane! definitely listen :)
  86. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Amazing coherent r&b album. Ariana just show once more how much a pop icon she’s becoming and it’s just the beginning.
  87. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is a masterpiece, the ratings are low just because haters are pressed Expand
  88. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    The album is a full R&B amazing
    For the first time she followed what she likes and not what pleases others she was perfect
  89. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This album is so amazing and unique. One of her top three for me. People are giving it a low score because they don’t have taste and are jealous of Ariana.
  90. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    A perfect blend of pop and R&B, you can tell Ariana thrives in this type of genre.
  91. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. AMAZING SHE DID WHAT SHE HAD TO DO!!!!
    Everybody else That’s hating on this album Is just Bitter Or haters she did a wonderful job love this sound her can’t wait for more!!!!
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  92. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    I personally love this album so much it’s too crystal clear to see that how Ari has matured vocally n such lyrics of each track represent deep meanings!
  93. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This is the type of music she was made for! This album has so much substance. The vocals, lyrics and melodies are all 10/10 for me
  94. Oct 30, 2020
    3
    Apesar de um bom desempenho vocal, as canções demonstram pouco brilho e quase nenhum entusiasmo. Salvo exceções, que lembram cover de canções clássicas de Mariah, o frágil conteúdo torna o álbum pouco convidativo a uma nova visita.
  95. Oct 30, 2020
    0
    Okay album ..every songs sound the same . Love language is my fav one .....
  96. Oct 30, 2020
    0
    I only hear discards from other albums, it seems that Ariana only did it out of commitment
  97. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. R&B PERFECTION! I love this album is so amazing all the songs and the production! Love u ari Expand
  98. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    the most beautiful harmonies. she has done it yet again with another beautiful album.
  99. Oct 30, 2020
    10
    This album is one of her best albums the production,the vocals,the instrumentals everything about is perfect.The critics don’t know what they’re talking about honestly their used to pop from ariana this is so different it’s r&b it’s perfect it’s beautiful. Don’t get me started on the whistles in my hair wow and pov it’s definitely one of my favs love the growth !! 1000/10
Metascore
72

Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 24
  2. Negative: 0 out of 24
  1. Dec 2, 2020
    72
    Grande is making no effort to be discreet, instead explicitly owning her sexuality—the album is called Positions, after all. The juxtaposition of beautiful violin sounds and risqué lyrics has become one of Grande’s signature sounds, and it suits her well.
  2. 80
    Grande laid bare may well be seen as a stopgap in her canon, using taboo to checkmate her past trauma, but it does pull off the rare feat of at least sounding effortless.
  3. Nov 5, 2020
    80
    With little conflict and few psychological insights, Positions zeroes in on the enviable confidence that only pop stars on top of the world and with nothing to lose can afford. It's easy to write it off as empty calories, but pop has always been described in such terms: cake, candy, chocolate, confection. Positions isn't a "sweetener" but pure sugar.