Rare
by Selena Gomez
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8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 9647 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 1,119 out of 9647
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  1. rbanks12
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This album is next level
    It really is Rare to find something this honest and amazing
    Selegend did it again
    GIVE HER A GRAMMY ALREADY
  2. sianalvs
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    It is for sure the best album that she ever done! Very powerful and beautiful. She is really talented when it comes to write songs! The featurings with 6lack and Kid Cudi are amazings.
    Ps : Crowded room is *chef's kiss* !
  3. Jennanajj
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. To all the people saying "every song sounds the same" selena doesn't want you to really focus on the beat, she wants you to focus on the lyrics. If you listen carefully to the lyrics, they aren't just random words, she's telling the story about her experiences… Expand
  4. shanaa
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    a masterpiece with no skip, congratulations selena, it was definitely worth the wait!!
  5. Checho00
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. -La música es sinónimo de libertad, de tocar lo que quieras y como quieras, siempre que sea bueno y tenga pasión, que la música sea el alimento del amor
    Unos de los mejores álbumes que a sacado Selena Gómez y la felicito por ese logro tan grande y muy pronto estará el 1• de las estaciones de radios    … Expand
  6. Alfiopelle
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    AOTY i think, revival was a really good album but rare is LIT PERIODT i have to do 75/1000 so yeah
  7. Irinam
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    A really good album that experiences with new sounds and has amazing lyrics. Her best work to date.
  8. MaxiDescalzo
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Con este nuevo álbum, Selena pudo expresar todo lo que estuvo pasando durante estos 5 años, y lo logró con música de calidad y excelencia.
  9. gonzrob2
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Cohesive, refreshing, and innovative! Selena truly found her knack with this album which includes plenty timeless gems. This is the best pop album in recent memory and it solidifies her own specific sound in music. It is powerful lyrically with songs like Lose You To Love Me as sonically with songs like Crowded Room and Vulnerable. There is not a skip on the album and each song serves itsCohesive, refreshing, and innovative! Selena truly found her knack with this album which includes plenty timeless gems. This is the best pop album in recent memory and it solidifies her own specific sound in music. It is powerful lyrically with songs like Lose You To Love Me as sonically with songs like Crowded Room and Vulnerable. There is not a skip on the album and each song serves its purpose. The features do not feel forced and actually add to the music. Overall Rare is not only Selena's best album thus far, but it sets a standard for pop going forward.… Expand
  10. Valeria012
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum de la historia.
    Combina el ritmo tan alegre tanto que puedes bailar con el como las letras tan ligeras que llegas a llorar con ellas,es un disco elástico para todos los gustos.
    Pensó en todo y vaya que lo hizo de maravilla.
    En mi punto de vista es simplemente ARTE en su máxima expresión
  11. ghostincry
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. her best album, her voice fits really well with these kind of song. definitely streaming this 24/7… Expand
  12. Juanjua34
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    THE BEST POP ALBUM IN THE WORLD, I LOVE HOW THE MUSIC SOUND! we love u selenaa
  13. Lettvgs
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Wow amazing album! I’m so proud of Selena and where she’s at right now, she’s finally happy and that’s all that matters!! She deserves nothing but love and support all this negativity is unnecessary!! Being a hater is ugly. It’s so hard to choose which one is my favorite, they’re all so great! I will say though that “a sweeter place” has been on repeat. Kid Cudi x Selena Gomez is probablyWow amazing album! I’m so proud of Selena and where she’s at right now, she’s finally happy and that’s all that matters!! She deserves nothing but love and support all this negativity is unnecessary!! Being a hater is ugly. It’s so hard to choose which one is my favorite, they’re all so great! I will say though that “a sweeter place” has been on repeat. Kid Cudi x Selena Gomez is probably the best thing that’s happened.… Expand
  14. aguscorzo
    Aug 1, 2020
    10
    Just perfect. Good rhythm, good voice, good production, good songs and good album. Selena Gomez did it.
  15. melodiemargot
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    I'm so proud of Selena and this album.
    This is my favorite album she has ever put out, you can tell this one comes from her heart. I know some people might not like it because it's experimental but i personnally love it !
    Each song is different from the others but the album in itself feels very cohesive. The lyrical content is also interesting and you can tell she wrote on every song.    I'm so proud of Selena and this album.
    This is my favorite album she has ever put out, you can tell this one comes from her heart. I know some people might not like it because it's experimental but i personnally love it !
    Each song is different from the others but the album in itself feels very cohesive.
    The lyrical content is also interesting and you can tell she wrote on every song. Congrats babe !    … Expand
  16. sarapavkovic
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    apsolutely amazing. the sound production is out of this world. her voice is angelic
  17. gbcvsn
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    selena gomez voce eh iconica conte comigo para tudo! conceito coesão e aclamação
  18. Isanunes
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Melhor álbum da vida, uma vibe muito boa, músicas que fazem voce querer cantar e dançar junto
  19. Raul12913
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A masterpiece, is a fresh sound with great lyrics.
    A good evolution of last album revival.    … Expand
  20. Liarteaga
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Perfect album. Not because I’m a fan but the lyrics and music are amazing.
  21. carolbragatto
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    its so pure, the voice is clean, i love the real selena, she is powerfull!! ALBUM DA CARREIRA!!! thanks selena for save the pop, you're a incredible woman, your fas are proud of you girl.
  22. Amyroodt
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Amazing album, she has grown so much.. everybody can relate to this songs. Love cut you off and vulnerable oooh and also lose you to love me... so many.. just love all of them
  23. Semalihaa
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Her most mature one. So grateful for her, for where she is at now. It was really worth the 4 years waiting. She deserves the best.
  24. pedrodellarmi
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This album is pure, true and powerful! Love it! Selena you rock! loooooooooove you
  25. Daniel02901
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    The álbum was amazing I think is the best if Selena she has all support of our fans
  26. Rithchie
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Such a Body of Work.The Album is beyond expectations, Spectacular Album Selena!Keep up the good work!… Expand
  27. Tiberio
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Trabalho meticuloso, elegante além de marcar a incrível evolução da artista. Álbum da carreira.
  28. Mefius
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Perfeito, ela conseguiu transmitir todo o seu sentimento e toda a sua passagem aos longos dos anos, principalmente a superação de um amor por um relacionamento ruim.
  29. ilona
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    selena’s best album so far! her music sounds so fresh and new, it’s pure perfection.
  30. pvloma
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Emotional, mature and sincere. Selena Gomez has perfectly balanced all the ingredients for a unique and quality work. Quite different from today's generic and fake material. This.… Expand
  31. Brymen
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Her best album, amooo todas sus canciones y se merece el mundo entero, la amoooo
  32. 15975346825
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Perfect "I dont have it all (i dont have it all)
    im not claiming to (im not claiming to)
    i know that im special, yeah
    and ill bet theres somebody else out there"
    to tell me im rare, to make me feel rare
    oh yeah
  33. Caalvaco
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum de Selena, la verdadt
  34. DavidNunez
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    El álbum suena tan increíble y cada una de las letras se sienten tan personales, en cada canción se ve que es lo que Selena ha pasado a través del tiempo y la ha hecho más fuerte
  35. Leocando
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Excelente, este álbum cuenta una historia, tiene muy buena letras y un excelente concepto, felicidades a Selena
  36. Andy747
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Is one of the best albums in my opinion because is art in all the word and I’m so pround of Selena for make this, is one one the best thins that she make it
  37. biancakay
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    pure art....................................................................
  38. Sebatobarc
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Experimentar con sonidos nuevos es lo mejor comeback que puede tener un artista , darle un nuevo enfoque a su carrera .… Expand
  39. Kevinzaid
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    What a masterpiece, this lyrics are everything, every single song is just unbelievable
  40. Albajuanfelipe_
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Uno de los mejores álbumes del siglo, se muestra la madurez de Selena al demorarse casi 5 años en traer tan excelente trabajo
  41. Martin22
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    EVERYTHING YOU NEED RIGHT NOW IS #RARE we been waiting for it for 4 years and it’s here now and all in perfection We so proud of you Selena we love you one day I’m gonna meet you
  42. adrianzea
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Loving this, but i guess that Revival is better than it, i mean, Selena still being a bad artist, but it's ok… Expand
  43. reinoso_mauu
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Excellent album from de new princess of pop! It was incredible, an album about love yourself.
  44. anafarfan12
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing! Her music is art and all songs are wondefurl. I believe that this album is the best.
  45. AdrianaLopez03
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    It’s magical and relatable for anyone listening. It is such a perfect pop album, I would recommend it to anyone wanting to listen to good music.
  46. amandaskywalker
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    awesome. amazing. brilliant. talented. perfect. ground-breaking. new. innovative. creative.
  47. Nimzies
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    I wasn’t a fan of selena gomez’s music before, but i love this album. This album has definitely made me a stan.
  48. RiWard
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    I LOVE YOU SOOOOO MUCH! I’M PROUD OF YOU! YOU’RE THE BEST! MY QUEEN, MY ANGEL, MY INSPIRATION. I WILL FOREVER WITH YOU. when selena gomez said “what hurts the most is people can go from people you know to people you don't” I FELT THAT
  49. AlexIDK
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This is just a magnificent piece of art, that Selena has been working in for the last 5 years overcoming so many challenges and portraying them in his newest work, AMAZING!
  50. ChristopherArr
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    After 4 years of not releasing an album, Selena Gomez has finally released her album on January 10, 2020, and it is a work of art. Rare is to inspire all listeners and fans to learn and inspire. The melodies of songs like “Ring” compliment her voice really well. Selena has a lighter, weaker voice but she can find power in her lower register.

    The instruments sound amazing, the production    After 4 years of not releasing an album, Selena Gomez has finally released her album on January 10, 2020, and it is a work of art. Rare is to inspire all listeners and fans to learn and inspire. The melodies of songs like “Ring” compliment her voice really well. Selena has a lighter, weaker voice but she can find power in her lower register.

    The instruments sound amazing, the production is just really really good. I love this album.
    10/10    … Expand
  51. jenniejours
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Honestly Selena snapped in this album, I couldn’t be more proud of her. Rare is one of my favorite songs in the album, it has such a beautiful message! cant wait to hear more of Selena
  52. iamcosta
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Pop perfection. Gomez's soft spoken and lighthearted delivery of some deep and heavy lyrics is masterful.
  53. archeronco
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    extraordinary, that’s everything. While everyone has been talking about how Selena had a low budget for the album’s cover, she shocked with great quality music. I feel like she’s getting closer to her music pitch, especially after “Ring”, because we know her voice sounds amazing when she hits lower notes. I hope she expands that.
  54. Angela19
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think this is the best album of the year! This album says ''I can be vulnerable and powerful''. This is a masterpiece of her life. I loving it.… Expand
  55. javiygomez
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    her best album, so unique periodt, im so proud the way she has come, and love how real she is on rare
  56. RenanMonezi
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    As a fan, I can say that I’m proud and happy. This album is incredible. Selena sounds so good, like an angel. Her voice is amazing, soft, clean, consistent. The production? Gorgeous!! If I could, I’d give her a 100.
  57. Danielaw
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's perfect, amazing, a bible. Angel voice. Selena Gomez ALWAYS amazing. Incredible experience listening this album.… Expand
  58. Selenator2002
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Rare is such a mature album with so much uniqueness. Has so much new ideas that could inspire big artist, in my opinion vulnerable is my favorite because it takes us through her journey.… Expand
  59. Omardavid
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just perfect, every song deserve a music video, PERIODT, lyrics are life, deserve a grammy.… Expand
  60. Claraasousaa
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    The best album of Selena’s entire career ❤️ We can hear your heart inside each track of the album. Thank you for giving us the best album ever ❤️
  61. Blahblahbrandi
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    I was not the biggest Selena fan previously. I did not like the whisper pop genre and thought it was a cheap and easy way to make money and gain fame that took no effort or talent. This album has changed my mind about Selena. Selena is a strong woman with important stories to tell. The album is sonically cohesive with bop after bop right off the bat, starting with the album title track,I was not the biggest Selena fan previously. I did not like the whisper pop genre and thought it was a cheap and easy way to make money and gain fame that took no effort or talent. This album has changed my mind about Selena. Selena is a strong woman with important stories to tell. The album is sonically cohesive with bop after bop right off the bat, starting with the album title track, Rare. It's an easy album to put on and let play for hours without interruption. I hope we can expect more and better from Selena going forward.… Expand
  62. renancyrus
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    The best album of the year! Selena Gomez made the better work of her carreer. Revival is good, Rare is great.
  63. zoercd
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    her best album by far!!! Selena create successfully an new album without any songs of it looking like the same + every rythme are completely new! congrats Selena i’m french, sorry for the mistakes
  64. selenaring
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    2021 album of the year is coming.
    literally a POP PERFECTION ALBUM.
    songs like crowded room, cut you off, kinda crazy, dance again, and rare is what pop culture needed.
  65. Stephane61
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This album is the definition of perfection. Every song has a meaning....love
  66. Flchicav
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This is her best album, you should listen to it. She showered her potential as a great artist
  67. sidneym
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Truly a work of art! The production, lyrics and cohesiveness all works! So proud of Selena Gomez and everyone who have worked on this project. a great way to start the year, the decade!… Expand
  68. kylesreputation
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Such a fun album, all the songs are very catchy. Ring is my favorite so far, but all of them are great songs!
  69. Selenadarlinggg
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Very new sound for Selena and it suits her. Album is wonderful and it will age really well
  70. Sebaaaaas
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    The beeeeest so faaaaaar Selena Gómez always makes mf bops and in this one, you won’t get disappointed
  71. r9tard
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this album is absolutely beautiful. it takes a different kind of taste to appreciate it.… Expand
  72. SityCM
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Each song is special. It's not a generic pop album. It sounds fresh and cohesive. Love the lyrics and the production as well as the vocals. Best album ever
  73. Vikkka
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This album is RARE. My fav songs Sweeter Place,Cut you off,Rare,Crowded Room
  74. JJT03
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is on another level; is very cohesive, creative and just another example as to why Selena Gomez deserves all the success and more! 10/10… Expand
  75. mysoulismylight
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Her best work to date. The composition, the production, the vocals just absolutely flawless and breathtaking. Selena truly knows how to put out her best music, her overall message is the most beautiful touch of this album.
  76. Luchisemino
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Superb album. It shows the matury. Hope we can get new music better than this because it would be reaaaally surprising
  77. Rafaelgb
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This is the most personal album Selena has ever made, as I see the songs talk with the listener and you can feel deep in your soul what Selena was going through when she wrote those songs.
  78. selenaisrareeee
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    The masterpiece this album is, I can not explain with my words the maturity and the amazingness, it's just too exceptional. Unlike featuriola granola, Selena is growing with her music.
  79. Johanna28
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing ! Just read all the lyrics ! Such an amazing production
  80. Singer1127
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Selena did amazing on this album I’m so proud of her for killing this and how she went and mixed different beats and styles for all the songs she’s queen and genius
  81. DianaShayh
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    I love Selena Gomez
  82. stevencortez
    Feb 16, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think this album broke all the expectations we had about Selena, it is an album with spectacular sounds and lyrics, without neglecting the prominence that Gomez has in each song with his particular voice. It is a new Selena, it is a definitely different era and since Revival, she is renewing with her music and proving that she is one of the greatest pop singers of the moment. He achieved her first number one with "Lose You To Love Me", a song in which she left her heart. She is a big one.… Expand
  83. Sanflowers
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Love you from the beginning and the most angelic voice in my god the world of yours are you agree
  84. AkmalMamal
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Selena's best album honestly, might gonna be the best album of this year too, highly possibility to be in Grammy nomination, my favorites are obviously dance again, ring and cut your off
  85. LolaSur
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Incredible lyrics and soft vocals. This entire album is bursting with originality. The name is fitting for this RARE piece of art work. So proud of you Queen
  86. Rucka
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Rare is so special and beautiful! This album really shows a more mature and confident side of Selena and is a big improvement from her other projects! We stan!
  87. selenaisbetterx
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. i can’t stop listening to it, the songs are amazing. the four year wait was really worth it… Expand
  88. Itsviine
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    CABEÇUDA DO POP NUNCA DECEPCIONA, MAIS UM ÁLBUM IMPECÁVEL!!!!!!!!! OLHA ELA AGORA
  89. sancazzo
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    the songs she puts on are so incredible beautiful love her new stuffs so much she is really the best
  90. ines2001
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Best album ever! She’s just the best as a person and singer. I am so proud of her I can’t even describe how much!
  91. djihanmahifa
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    those lyrics are so **** good god so much for self love ,u deserve the best album queen
  92. lorenester8
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    selena always gives me exactly what i want in a good pop album. every song she makes i love and you know i already stan forever
  93. dlmuooz
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    I love it!
    Selena has had so many changes lately and this album shows Now she is a better person today.
  94. dee3178
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    amazing! no skips on this album i swear. selena has a breath of new life in this album and it’s truly POP
  95. luisherrera
    Jan 14, 2020
    10
    I love it I have no words . It bothers me that a lot of people are hating on her when she did a good job!
  96. Alessandratirsa
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Rare is a masterpiece and perfection. The whole album sounds different from generic music that other artist always do. When you listen the album seems like you are listening new genre and sound and this is crazy. Maybe she create a New sound for pop music,It's like you never listen this genre before and for this her album is superb and surprise me that I like Selena Gomez album but is soRare is a masterpiece and perfection. The whole album sounds different from generic music that other artist always do. When you listen the album seems like you are listening new genre and sound and this is crazy. Maybe she create a New sound for pop music,It's like you never listen this genre before and for this her album is superb and surprise me that I like Selena Gomez album but is so good so here I am. She really came out with innovative new pop music and all the songs are bop after bop. Wow… Expand
  97. Noahalmerbati
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    It’s so modern yet so retro. It’s absolutely a new sound for her and it’s incredibly mature.
  98. Nat55
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This album was everything Though it didn’t do well at streaming but it did very well in selling and scores
  99. JAnsj
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    An amazing album that deserves to have all the success and more! You can tell the growth in her artistry.
  100. Bruno227
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Rare is the most coherent album of Selena's career. Is stuffed with bops with mature letters.
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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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