Rare
by Selena Gomez
User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 9647 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8,297 out of 9647
  2. Mixed: 231 out of 9647
  3. Negative: 1,119 out of 9647
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  1. Aremond
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    A very pure concept. The influence of indie pop is noticeable. No doubt a mature, produced and emotional work.
  2. gargisaxenaa
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    I’m in love with this album! I mean we waited for four years and y’all know what!? It’s WORTH it! Every single song is a masterpiece!
  3. miguelcasillass
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    best album of selena her voice is so different to her last albums and that’s cool, i think that had the potential to be the album of the year maybe
  4. selekidney
    Jan 10, 2020
    3
    again with the same old tired, generic dance beat. can you come up with something else selena? most of the songs are boring except for two or three songs that are kinda catchy. the only good thing about the album is the the lyrics. lose you to love me is the best song on rare. i wish selena would’ve went down that direction. oh, and her vocals are autotuned tf out of. all these years intoagain with the same old tired, generic dance beat. can you come up with something else selena? most of the songs are boring except for two or three songs that are kinda catchy. the only good thing about the album is the the lyrics. lose you to love me is the best song on rare. i wish selena would’ve went down that direction. oh, and her vocals are autotuned tf out of. all these years into selena’s career and she still hasn’t improved vocally. get a vocal coach luv, you got the money.… Expand
  5. estephanygomes
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. perfect and is clearly made with her all heart, loved every song, she deserves the world… Expand
  6. Eiggam107
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Selena’s long-anticipated third solo album reminds fans why they fell in love with Ms. Gomez long ago. SG’s first 2 releases off Rare are just too catchy to skip, when listening to the full length album. Yes they’ve been played through many times before the release of Rare, but the cohesiveness of the entire album plays too well together to miss any tracks in the lineup. First up though isSelena’s long-anticipated third solo album reminds fans why they fell in love with Ms. Gomez long ago. SG’s first 2 releases off Rare are just too catchy to skip, when listening to the full length album. Yes they’ve been played through many times before the release of Rare, but the cohesiveness of the entire album plays too well together to miss any tracks in the lineup. First up though is the titled attraction, moving from the lyrics questioning why they’re settling for someone who doesn’t appreciate their quality to skipping right along to the next Prince Charming out there. Secondly Dance again in the anthem for every broken soul who was trapped in some sort of toxic relationship, friendship, or even lack of self-confidence. Tracks 3 and 4 herald the albums theme of self-sufficient and picking up the broken pieces of your heart and fixing it you own d*mb self. Ring enters into the track list with an equal amount of humility, of confidence and beauty’- which is admittedly hard to find these days from someone who deserves to claim that title. Vulnerable checks the gossip and the haters, letting people know that staying true to yourself in this mixed up world of drama.. People You Know takes a simple concept of sadness of a lost friendship to a catchy rhythm. Let Me Get Me keeps up there ongoing theme of breaking free and and following your own path and destiny. Crowded Room is the spark of a deserved prize of finding yourself and finding someone who finally appreciates the real you- dare I say love. Kinda Crazy brings us back to the gaslighting from the original problem character themselves, a call back to the earlier tracks on this album, and even a few singles Gomez has released over the last couple years. But don’t be mistaken- she is over it and it looks like she wants them to know it. Fun circle back to the catchy sweetness of a girl who is free to experiment and find her own way through simply having something not-so-serious. Hopefully more than once. cut youOff is the proof that the tea is still hot and we are ready for the lyrics like “How could I confuse that sh*t for love?” Amen sister! A Sweeter Place is anywhere but here and with anyone but the toxic people we just Cut Off. And I hope it’s Fun.… Expand
  7. lssss
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is an amazing album! I'm really in love with it Selena is so strong, humble, amazing and RARE and this is so fcking beautiful. xx… Expand
  8. grandekeeps
    Jan 10, 2020
    0
    No artistic growth and direction. The songs sound the same sonically. Heavily auto-tuned. No artistic identity. Musicality is lacking
  9. guilakill
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    sem dúvidas o melhor álbum da selena!!! cada música do álbum, consegue ser melhor que a outra... eu chamo isso de aclamação.
  10. Mviramon28
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Her best work yet so real and raw no skips bops 1-13 been a fan since disney days this Disney Princess keeps getting better and better
  11. Winne123
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I can honestly say this is her best album!! She did that!! She found her voice and finally let people know that she’s wasn’t okay but look at her now!… Expand
  12. sb4
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Been listening to this album on repeat all day. Am listening to it right now! Selena sounds amazing and the songs are sonically and lyrically beautiful!
  13. Geovany22
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Rare muestra como Selena se esforzó durante todos estos años para lograr consolidar un álbum grandioso. Sus sonidos te envuelven a través de todo el álbum y hace que no quieras salt ninguna canción. Definitivamente su mejor trabajo y la espera valió la pena.… Expand
  14. Lennonses
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    BEST YET!! Sweeter place is amazing! Ring is amazing! So catchy so beautiful. I can’t believe the greatnesses
  15. Pichx_1800
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El mejor álbum de la década, cada uno de los detalles hacen quedar claro que no se necesita una producción exagerada, Selena no necesita ritmos musicales comerciales para ser exitosa.… Expand
  16. marco_d913
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It such a fresh and totally different from what we are use to listen to nowadays… Expand
  17. Alexhardwell
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Lo mejor hasta el momento dance again y let me get me tiene un ritmo muy maduros selena va mejorando al pasar los años
  18. MilenaMatos
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Perfeita
    Já nasceu clamada
    Vocal impecável Melodia sensacional O conceito maravilhoso
  19. pedroreyes99
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This is a great job, I really enjoy every song that i heard in this álbum, congrats Selena
  20. jennerationns
    Jan 10, 2020
    0
    Mediocre, EXTREMELY mediocre. She has no versatility and can only use the subject of her ex for every. single. song. as a way to even begin to chart at all. She's a sub par artist at best and this album shows that. Please, I don't even understand why ya'll even give her a seat at the table that is the music industry when she doesn't deserve it :/
  21. aguuuusmorales
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    muy buen álbum, con buenas letras y ritmos variados, se ve tambien una gran mejora a nivel vocal y de produccion
  22. Mikeyk224
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Such a great album. Her best one ever. Vocals, production and lyrics are incredible. So proud of her and how hard she worked on this. It’s so so good. SHE IS RARE. She’s earned this so much, four years was worth the wait.
  23. Libra2019
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El mejor álbum de su carrera musical, me encantó la lírica y ni decir de los sonidos, es algo realmente bueno ame el álbum desde la primera canción… Expand
  24. Yamilamador
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    The best album omg Mi favorit is ring I loveu selena
    Thank u for everything, with lose you to love me you made me cry but later I feel so happy for closed one old chapter
  25. tepe_ha
    Jan 10, 2020
    8
    Rare is a step forward from Revival to a more cohesive sound and album as a whole in which Selena showcases her growth in the last few years not only as an artist but also as a human being, a partner and a woman who is constantly learning to love and treasure herself.
  26. duda_r02
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This album is wonderful. I loved all the songs and the lyrics don't even speak. The RARE clip looks great and she's so cute.
  27. Atun
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un álbum demasiado hermoso Selena se esfuerza demasiado para poder darnos lo mejor de ella y por eso la amamos, excelente trabajo… Expand
  28. Joanna2492
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is her best work. I love Crowded Room and Cut you Off but every song is beautiful. I love her soothing voice.… Expand
  29. kirasren
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Fun, uplifting, inspiring and empowering! A beautiful album made by a amazing woman.
  30. AlejandraCr
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Esperamos mucho tiempo un nuevo álbum de Selena y no decepcionó, cada canción es arte.
  31. wilson19
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. We can listen all the songs...rare is a masterpiece Selena gave the best of herself and everybody knows about it...… Expand
  32. hausofcorbin
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this album is so different from anything selena has done the production is amazing… Expand
  33. Valen04
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This is the best album from Selena Gomez so far. I love her so much. Listen it, you’re not going to regret it. This is an album with no skips, every song has a good vibe and lyrics!!!!!
  34. yosshairy
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    The best album! Selena Gomez is art omfg I'm so impressed about this masterpiece. Every song makes me feel in the space
  35. belenmisisca
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Me encantooo!!! Es su mejor album!!! Un album poderoso y habla del amor propio.
    Orgullosa de ella
  36. sweetenervi
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. minha bebê é perfeita, cada detalhe do álbum é perfeito e pensando com tanto carinho, valeu a pena cada dia de espera, sem explicação.… Expand
  37. Oribel
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Me encanta esta muy personal y sus letras se a reinventado con este álbum, no sólo para el comercio sino para sus fans
  38. tikushak
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    all about growth, empowerment and healing! truly inspirational and motivational. miss gomez never fails to amaze me:) thank you for these beautiful lyrics and amazing melody. i needed this album indeed.
  39. VuTienAnh
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A great album. Stop rating it 0 point, cheap **** 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10. Rate 10 everybody rate 10… Expand
  40. ayelensotelo
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. EL MEJOR ALBUM.
    stream rare by selena gomez y no esa mierda de y*mmy ndeaah    … Expand
  41. Mekorz
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Álbum maravilhoso, a Selena conseguiu se transparecer através de ótimas músicas… Expand
  42. hieubqt1711
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    It's RARE and I love it. Five years of waiting is totally worth it. All 14 songs are such a bless to my ears. 'Rare' and 'Ring' are on repeat.
  43. AriadnaLeguizam
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Amo todo el álbum, las canciones van muy bien con la personalidad de selena y reflejan como se siente ella ahora. Me encanta cada letra
  44. IEEH03
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Amazing Album, her best work.!! All the songs are differents y her voice is spectacular.
  45. jeanpierremotta
    Jan 10, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. los mismos sonidos de siempre, nada nuevo, ya aburre esa señora, urge retiro, siempre estará bajo la sombra de su patrona, Ariana Grande, la princesa indiscutible del pop.… Expand
  46. zaynsfetish
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    talented brilliant incredible amazing show stopping spectacular never the same totally unique completely not ever been done before unafraid to reference or not reference...
  47. rhettxparker
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Selena Gomez returns to the music scene with a BANG! This album is hauntingly beautiful and unique.
  48. MariaBunny
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    this album is so good it has no skips i’m proud of her and i’m literally obsessed!!
  49. stannickim
    Jan 10, 2020
    0
    The album is trash not worth to listen to. 5 years for this album no thanks. Listen to the pinkprint by Nicki Minaj it’s much better.
  50. Music-Critic
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Pop perfection. Selena Gomez not only shows how much she has grown and matured as an artist with this masterful, cohesive collection of songs; she also shows that she is on top of the pop music game. While most of her contemporaries try to jump on trip-hop and trap trends to make their version of "pop" more commercial, albeit generic and uninspired, Gomez is not afraid to stray away fromPop perfection. Selena Gomez not only shows how much she has grown and matured as an artist with this masterful, cohesive collection of songs; she also shows that she is on top of the pop music game. While most of her contemporaries try to jump on trip-hop and trap trends to make their version of "pop" more commercial, albeit generic and uninspired, Gomez is not afraid to stray away from following trends and instead opts for creating shimmery sleek, fresh pop music with confident personal lyrics, hypnotising synths and beautiful melodies.… Expand
  51. Santiagosbte
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Magnífico trabajo, se nota toda la carga emocional y artística que tiene el álbum.
  52. Baddreams113
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    It's great, amazing sounds with a voice so powerful and clear. I love this album. I didn't expect anything at all but she impressed me. Love you girl!!
  53. Elykaram
    Jan 10, 2020
    0
    Sooooo overrated! Revival is better. Rare and lose you to love me are the only good songs with both good music and lyrics. The other songs either have good music and bad lyrics or vice versa
  54. diegovas
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Su mejor trabajo discografico! Amo cada cancion del album, te hace bailar pero en el fondo te esta dejando un gran mensaje, viene lista para ganar muchos grammys
  55. Cristiallan
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Album of the year! "A Sweeter Place" and "Cut You Off" are the best songs on the album. Congrats, Selena, I love it!
  56. carlos_q
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    El mejor tabajo de Selena Gomez, demostró que ahora ella se ama a si misma, cada letra y cada melodía se sienten bien.
  57. maxcritic22
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    A rare adventure Of possible hits and entire album full of bops, wbk, we are in the era of the Ariana grande trash music, but GOMEZ music, saved us from Trash, like Blazed, like wtf, that is not music, music is something I can hear like LOSE YOU TO LOVE ME featuring Lady Gaga, wbk....... we need a Remix of Rare with Twenty One Pilots, we need that, ok?
  58. lucassg
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    I have principles and they were all shaped by this album. I can define it as exciting, addictive, amazing and intelligent. Wonderful Selena Gomez!
  59. Mathiosmoraes
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Confesso que de primeira não gostei da sonoridade de algumas músicas, mas na segunda escutada apreciei com mais atenção e não achei uma música ruim, até as mais fracas ainda são boas (pode entrar Ring e Fun). As letras são ótimas e a produção do álbum é impecável. Selena não mentiu quando disse que era o melhor trabalho dela, essa mulher é rara mesmo
  60. jar3dsrare
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Her best album. She explored different sounds and killed it. I was afraid she wouldn’t be able to top Revival but she did it! I’m so proud of her!
  61. arnoldmanayay
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This album is exquisite, fresh, art and wonderful, selena without a doubt never disappoints, it has the gift of making you feel through her songs, her lyrics ... from a heartbreaking ballad like Lose you to love me to an electronic pop like dance again. Without a doubt it is the best album so far this year.
  62. Justcallmeangel
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un hermoso álbum, lleno de ritmos diferentes y variados, lleno de canciones hermosas que nos invitan a amarnos a nosotros mismos y a dejar el pasado atrás, simplemente arte y sin duda su mejor producción.… Expand
  63. lavignrz
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    CONCEITO, COESÃO E ACLAMAÇÃO PURINHA! Já dá pra sentir o cheiro do hit!
  64. Lujaiinx
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is unbelievably perfect! I can’t stop listening to it! Selena did an amazing job. Every song is special and I felt each and every one of them! The best album ever period!!!… Expand
  65. Guisols
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    No words can describe how perfect this album is.
    Oh actually some words can, the lyrics can do that.
    Honestly, I have never seen such a great job in the music history.
    You Rock Selena, wait, YOU POP SELENA! ❤
  66. confimath
    Jan 10, 2020
    6
    Embora o álbum seja bem diferente do que a Selena está acostumada, é bem inferior ao revival.
  67. sarahfnns
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    A confident, inspiring, amazing, beautiful and revealing album. Selena managed to deliver, if delivered, not only to the media, but to the fans. She has gone through all the darkness she has been in all the years, bringing us a light on the recently released songs. With a heart, soul and body surrender, Selena brings us incredible songs, not only sonorously speaking, but her lyrics bringA confident, inspiring, amazing, beautiful and revealing album. Selena managed to deliver, if delivered, not only to the media, but to the fans. She has gone through all the darkness she has been in all the years, bringing us a light on the recently released songs. With a heart, soul and body surrender, Selena brings us incredible songs, not only sonorously speaking, but her lyrics bring comfort to everyone. An album totally different from all the others, with different beats and new musical styles.… Expand
  68. rareoutsold
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    aoty wbk, the flavor omg it's so real like... queen of pop, stream rare for clear skin
  69. Mildred_natalia
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sin duda las letras son preciosas, el ritmo es pegajoso, de lo que mejor que ha hecho Selena… Expand
  70. Jenyf
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Rare is amazing , so especial like Selena Gomez , must be the best to 2020 álbum.
  71. Martusech
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best album ever. if i have to describe the album in one word is art. She should be and inspiration for all of us. Selena, with all she had been through, is always focus on the good, trying to make this world a better place… Expand
  72. Jjeanc
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Selena es demasiado buena, y con este disco se ve todo lo que ha crecido como artista. No de compara con nada Mass, esta demasiado perfecto
  73. vgalves
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    It’s beautiful to see how she keeps improving herself as an artist. This album is so meaningful for her fans, for herself and for everyone who’s passing through a journey of learning to love yourself. An incredible work of a sweet artist. Thank you, Selena.
  74. JEANVQZ
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    the lyrics and the sounds are very well fitted, the concept seems fresh to me, it is also seen that it's a much more personal work.
  75. leamorimvi
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Eu amei! Está perfeito! Todas músicas são viciantes, impossível escolher a melhor. As letras são tão lindas, transmite muita emoção.
  76. Lee22
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Perfeito, ela entregou algo intenso e completo. Álbum da carreira, valeu a pena esperar os quatro anos.
  77. Melisa02102512
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Un álbum lleno de empoderamiento, amor propio y diversión.

    Una biblia del pop
  78. timdaddario
    Jan 10, 2020
    0
    elle aurait pu mieux faire dsl c'est très décevant pour un comeback aussi attendu
  79. gabributera
    Jan 10, 2020
    0
    Horrível, Selena como sempre entregando um trabalho pobre, sem qualidade alguma, parece que vive na sombra de Ariana grande, "thank u, next" surra esse trabalho mal feit
    o.
  80. pedrogd
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    amazing album! her best album to date, people you know, ring, vulnerable and dance again are BOPS! princess of pop really snapped
  81. Jmoney_3
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Best album she’s ever done! The whole thing is on repeat in our house. Every single song is beautifully written. I can’t stand when people say she can’t sing. You don’t have to scream your ass off to be considered a singer. She has a beautiful and soothing voice. I prefer her over anyone else!! ♥️♥️
  82. JesLu26
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Her best work! This album is too honest, and magical. If you are looking for something that can make you feel in peace with your life you should listen to this. It took a long time for her to release it and it's one of the best things that I have ever heard.
  83. WhenThePaws
    Jan 10, 2020
    0
    Trash. 0 cohesiveness, boring bland tracks, as expected from her. No evolution in her sound. Revival was better, idk what y’all are on in the user review section but i would like to try some...
  84. Sparkly29
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Refreshing and uplifting, a song for every mood! Loving it more and more every listen. Thank you!
  85. Danielapa
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfecta, nuevos sonidos, variación en la voz de selena, su mejor álbum en definitiva tiene mucho sentimiento… Expand
  86. TriccessFofs
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Is the album amazing and honestly? This album is better than Revival.
    Selena has done a lot of things in her career and we should now acclaim her for this wonderful album.
  87. ttuliox
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    her song’s is amazing, the voice is so perfect and the melody is so gorgeous to listing
  88. Xokisses
    Jan 10, 2020
    0
    I was really looking forward to this album but it’s just not it! The lyrics, production, vocals are all basic. Compared to her peers, Ariana, Demi and Miley it’s just not good enough.
  89. Gxrrixon
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Well rounded and just completely beautiful and everything I hoped it to be!
  90. Bryaan
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum bueno. Cada canción en el tienen un beat o un lyric que te atrapa. Thank u Selena
  91. Rafapixelado
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    One of the most autentical pop album so far. THIS ALBUM IS A POP BIBLE and we need to bow down for it
  92. Ary-lu
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    The album is so beautiful and real, i can't pick one favorite song, all of them are so powerful and honest.
  93. Princeton1912
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Absolutely amazing. Once you listen to it you cant stop replaying the whole album. Definitely you’ve got to try it.
  94. Margarita8
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Realmente no soy muy fan de selena pero este álbum es simplemente perfecto todas las canciones me encantan
    Ella se merece que la tomen en serio
  95. moyoexe
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    THE GREATEST ALBUM BY SELENA AND GREATEST ALBUM OF ALL TIME. IM SO PROUD BABY GIRL SELENAAAAA YESS GET THAT NUMBER ONE loveeee
  96. lilymz
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    definitely my favorite absolutely album, i love the new style and will be listening to this on repeat.
  97. nbregajoaov
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O álbum mais coeso e bem produzido da carreira da Selena, não tiraria nada desse álbum, extremamente pessoal e finalmente reconhecemos a identidade musical da Selena, que por muitos anos e trabalhos ficou escondida em músicas pop/dance que já chegavam em sua fórmula pronta esperando apenas a voz de Selena. Superou todas as expectativas e valeu a espera de quase 5 anos, parabéns Selena.… Expand
  98. brian0102
    Jan 10, 2020
    0
    horrendous album full of generic pop songs. all sound the same. easily one of the worst albums in the last few years
  99. Hasna
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This is Selenas best album yet and definitely worth the listen with absolutely no skips
  100. Albert16
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    I love Álbum ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 12 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 12
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 12
  3. Negative: 0 out of 12
  1. Slant Magazine
    Jan 15, 2020
    60
    Rare continually teases intriguing forays into leftfield pop, but so many of the album’s experiments come off as just that, without ever crystallizing with memorable hooks.
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  2. musicOMH.com
    Jan 14, 2020
    80
    The record she has delivered to kickstart a new decade is a career defining release, and from a pop star who is firmly back on top of her game.
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  3. Pitchfork
    Jan 14, 2020
    68
    While none of these 13 songs attempt the subtle weirdness of “Bad Liar” and the emotional thesis—self-love!—can be a bit one-note, Rare is the 27-year-old’s most cohesive record to date. ... But it’s difficult to come away from Rare with any real perspective on who Gomez is other than that she doesn’t want to be the person she was, whoever that similarly mysterious shadow was.
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