Positions
by Ariana Grande
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Oct 30, 2020
User Score
7.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 5940 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4,157 out of 5940
  2. Mixed: 417 out of 5940
  3. Negative: 1,366 out of 5940
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  1. Eno25
    Nov 19, 2021
    4
    The album is nothing different. It sounds repetitive, does not give the kicks like thank you next.
  2. Ivan98
    Nov 12, 2021
    1
    it annoying album in this year. sex sex and sex wtf its is. but anywayd the lead single is the best
  3. Panboy1995
    Nov 11, 2021
    7
    Buen album, aunque esperaba más luego de thank u, next. mis favs son 34+35, just like magic y positions.
  4. victorgdree
    Nov 10, 2021
    9
    She recorded a r'n'b album, probably for attract future listeners. These risks are a yes for me, the production is perfect for her angel voice, congrats Ariana!
  5. TiagxPl
    Nov 4, 2021
    9
    This album is a piece of Art, Ariana is one of the iconic artists of our generation, this work is one of the most private and is very special for the fans.
  6. aftergiowhore
    Nov 4, 2021
    6
    i honestly wasn't the biggest fan of this album when i first listened to it and still don't 'love' it but if for sure is an appreciable body of work. Though a downgrade from her previous 2 albums it very much does have some of the best songs in her discography (ex. title track,pov,worst behaviour)
  7. shameIess
    Oct 29, 2021
    3
    A basic album, with songs that look the same. Honestly, I don't think anyone – myself included – expected such a monotonous album. Ariana Grande is a very talented singer, but apparently she doesn't like to sing, as we can see when checking the length of the songs. She really needs to innovate. I hope your next album doesn't disappoint us or leave us to be desired like "Positions" did.
  8. Dylantm
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    A skipless album with songs like safety net and my hair is like perfect R&B album in my books love u Ariana thank u for this
  9. Diegotorres
    Oct 22, 2021
    10
    Un álbum de Ariana muy infravalorado, en un año ha crecido mucho en mi y llegó a ser de mis favoritos
  10. Alex_sb
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Ariana Grande's most explicit album, the lyrics are totally charming, the album doesn't have any songs to skip, without a doubt the best album of next year will be positions.Ariana always exceeds our expectations.
  11. Xiaomingwu
    Oct 22, 2021
    10
    amazing album with amazing vocals, i would wish it last a little longer but still it’s okay
  12. cinnamongirl97
    Oct 15, 2021
    0
    One word to describe it: awful. Ariana Grande keeps proving that she can't write and she in fact, is one of the most overrated artists. Please go listen to Life Support by Madison Beer instead of this mess!
  13. Atn13
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Positions consolidates Grande as the great artist that she is, being her most R&B album so far, she doesn't skimp on vocals like she did on her previous album (thank u,next) on tracks like shut up, safety net and (mainly) my hair the artist shows why she deserves the title of greatest vocalist of her generation. Positions is practically a perfect pure r&b album if it weren't for thePositions consolidates Grande as the great artist that she is, being her most R&B album so far, she doesn't skimp on vocals like she did on her previous album (thank u,next) on tracks like shut up, safety net and (mainly) my hair the artist shows why she deserves the title of greatest vocalist of her generation. Positions is practically a perfect pure r&b album if it weren't for the production of some tracks that leave something to be desired at certain times. A more mature (and better) version of ‘sweetener’ that gets better every time you listen. Ariana proves once again that she is not a simple singles artist but that she can also deliver complex and cohesive albums. Stating her ground as a R&B Icon, Ari launches herself again into the (almost) unknown, some could say that... Grande just created her own style.… Expand
  14. youngwarrior017
    Oct 8, 2021
    10
    I loved this album, it sounds so magical especially tracks like (six Tirthy, just like magic and pov)
  15. GarfiLoVi12
    Oct 7, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. is her best album resleased and very mature with all the lyrics chorus harmonies beats and all the stuff that sometimes feels futuristic but a bit nostalgic and very well structured with a selective tracklist very well done… Expand
  16. Samuuel
    Sep 30, 2021
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Positions is a good album, but I don't consider it one of the best. The instrumentals got saturated and sloppy, some songs are boring to listen to, she could have chosen the singles better, like "Positions", "Motive", "PoV" were great choices. the album doesn't motivate you to keep listening, plus the songwriting is boring. The album was badly publicized and lazy marketing. On the other hand, I liked "positions", "motive", I liked the photo shoot, I liked some partnerships, I liked the reception, I liked some other tracks.… Expand
  17. selupusgomez
    Sep 26, 2021
    10
    the best album of the year, with insane vocal that other mediocre girlie can't relate to. she probably the best vocalist of our generation.
  18. adrianmaciasm
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Este album es una versión mucho más madura de su antecesor, Ariana no tiene miedo a expresar su sexualidad a pesar de las críticas
  19. westsideti
    Sep 18, 2021
    8
    this album tells the story of rediscovering love greatly and it`s a fantastic piece of work.
    i do think it lacks something i can`t point out but it`s still amazing
  20. ml13
    Sep 10, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this is probably the worst album ever... an album without nothing great, just trap beats and horrible lyrics… Expand
  21. angepov
    Sep 8, 2021
    10
    this album is sooo nice, one of the best album from her, the combination in r&b and pop is so amazing
  22. overheated
    Sep 3, 2021
    2
    To be completely honest, this album is extremely normal, I was so excited to give it a listen when she announced It on Twitter back then, but after listening to It on repeat I feel I already heard this, at this point I think all her albums are the same thing, since her debut album "Yours Truly" to "Positions" she's barely showed versatility, and It's kinda disappointing, but It's stillTo be completely honest, this album is extremely normal, I was so excited to give it a listen when she announced It on Twitter back then, but after listening to It on repeat I feel I already heard this, at this point I think all her albums are the same thing, since her debut album "Yours Truly" to "Positions" she's barely showed versatility, and It's kinda disappointing, but It's still normal so I give It a 20/100… Expand
  23. Iamgabrielsv
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    This is a very good, great, the songs are touching, this album is different
  24. IchBinPain
    Sep 1, 2021
    8
    Different sound from Ariana, it's nice to see her exploring different genres. Very enjoyable overall.
  25. aripositionz
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    Poor music production. everything feels all over the place and lazy. plus, even with 20+ songwriters and composers, the whole album is still unbearable to listen. Also, Ari should stop using trap as elements in her music. It feels so blackfishing and we are over with it. As a fan I'm disappointed
  26. Chiaotzuss
    Aug 25, 2021
    8
    Grower, not good first listen. Still many songs fall but on the other hand a lot of songs carry this album
  27. arthurwindsor
    Aug 23, 2021
    10
    This album is perfection. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to every track and it was the first time that I've fully enjoyed listening to an album. The stories and messages which Ariana recounts and sings about are all so original and I adore the fact that this is a love album which also explores different thematic messages such as the art of healing and letting go. The production is of myThis album is perfection. I thoroughly enjoyed listening to every track and it was the first time that I've fully enjoyed listening to an album. The stories and messages which Ariana recounts and sings about are all so original and I adore the fact that this is a love album which also explores different thematic messages such as the art of healing and letting go. The production is of my favourite things about the album, it is so distinct to her previous albums. I really enjoy the r&b sound from this album, it reminded me of an r&b and soul album straight from the 80's. I like how she lost the pop sound and kept it to a minimum, after all, Ariana's r&b music is much better than her pop music and her voice is particularly suited for r&b and soul too. The lyrical content was interesting and fun which makes the album interesting. Lastly, the vocals on this album are amazing, the vocal production (which Ariana did herself) was breath taking. From the backing vocals to harmonies and ad-libs, this album might be her best vocally yet. In conclusion, this album is blissful and serene, Ariana has obviously matured as shown on the tracks and I appreciate her effort on this album. An absolute 10/10 album, and I'd recommend that everyone go stream it.… Expand
  28. sntg_xcx
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    By far Ariana's less commercial album for sure, but she nailed it perfectly! I think this is the genre that suits her the best.
  29. fabiann
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    i don't know a better album, the lyrics, production, vocals, the vibes, everything was perfect. The way the "crítics" where WRONG and also the haters, so funny, excellence.
  30. MS_ksshgs
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    she never miss any sounds, it's very pretty and a good album with good produce, lyrically, vocal, she didn't missed anything on this.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 24
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  1. Paste Magazine
    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.
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  2. The Observer (UK)
    Nov 9, 2020
    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.
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  3. PopMatters
    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.
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