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. vickcuf
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Best album of her career! Her voice is so comforting and you feel the needy to dance in almost all the songs.
  2. arthurmedcraft
    Jan 16, 2020
    5
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. When we got LYTLM as the lead single, we all expected the album to be something extra deep and emotional, but, when we listen to the whole body of work it’s possible to see that’s completely superficial, with weak lyrics that sound kinda juvenile... “I think you’re kinda crazy ... you’re acting super shady...” Majority of the songs lack substance, and it was really disappointing to me. She’s like “oh wow i’m super amazing lala you’re a bummer” but she doesn’t develop around this, it just dies there, as some childish lyrics. Some songs are really tiring and boring. But, there are still some good songs as: LYTLM, Ring & Cut you off. In these tracks she did THAT! She could’ve done an incredible album, but, this ain’t it.… Expand
  3. justin644567
    Jan 16, 2020
    0
    It was terrible............................................................
  4. hillafonseca
    Jan 16, 2020
    10
    Cut you off is pure perfection, all tracks are good a some point and very BEAUTIFUL. This album is amazing.
  5. SSAAMMm33
    Jan 16, 2020
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gomez mentioned that she has worked hard for four years to come up with an album but I don't think she did. Most songs are fillers and only "ring" and "vulnerable" stand out. The album doesn't reflect upon her personality and the lyrics sometimes don't make any sense. She could've done better.… Expand
  6. Ricardocollado
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    Rare is a sublime piece of art with experimental, breathy and ethnic pop sounds, definitely not appropriate for mainstream ears. Take a ride into the deepness of Selena's best project to date.
  7. Loverfest
    Jan 15, 2020
    2
    Average, filler songs. A quite faceless pop album. No stand out tracks beside the lead single
  8. rickneeedy
    Jan 15, 2020
    0
    This album is horrible, a total mess, completely decadent and nonsense, we seldom have the courage of selena gomez to release an album with 0 visual and sound impact.
  9. aweber37
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Rare is real, raw, and fresh! What an absolutely amazing album from front to back. I can listen to this on repeat for days and not be sick of it, at all. Do yourself a favor and listen to it, without bias, and you’ll like it too!… Expand
  10. Back2U
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    I waited almost 5 years for this album and what I can say is that every moment was worth it, Rare is perfect, since Revival came out in 2015 Selena grew musically in terms of her lyrics and her style and tells her story in these 13 songs.
  11. Pmtffna
    Jan 11, 2020
    4
    I was not surprised, it was less than I expected, the lyrics are good, but to some extent they talk about the same. The music, simple and does not catch, except for 3 songs.
    It does not reach the impact and quality that Revival had.
  12. Vitorlozano
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    Álbum maravilhoso, ritmo bem diferente do pop genérico atual, músicas que realmente te passam uma mensagem, a cada música que ouvia me surpreendi ainda mais. Comeback perfeito, sso sim é um renascimento, ansioso para mais músicas e performances
  13. Andree
    Jan 15, 2020
    0
    This album is basura, nada innovador, solo canciones dedicadas para su ex, de paso que no incluyó Feel Me.
  14. dulceistyping
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 4 years ago, saying that selena gomez released one of the best pop albums might have sound unbelievable, but gomez provides us of an album about self-love, growth and getting off toxic relationships, all while being a cohesive album.… Expand
  15. Karina_rosales
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente álbum. El mejor de Selena, ya que es coherente y un pop sin problemas. Destacan Lose you to love me y Crowded room… Expand
  16. Natashalarissa
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    This album is definitely her, and it's a great one, especially after all she live. She's rare.
  17. Raremarco
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    Un bellissimo album molto coeso e compatto nel concept.Ogni canzone ha un sound diverso e alcuni testi sono proprio bello!
  18. dbarletto
    Jan 15, 2020
    4
    The second part of the album is really terrible, seems like a 15 years old girl's lyrics
  19. guesc
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    Amazing album! Selena show her new face and soul! Her skills written songs are getting better
  20. grivera
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    The perfect pop album with dance tracks that actually have meaningful lyrics! Selena has found her sound and her unique vocals are in full force on her tracks like Lose You to Love Me and Vulnerable. The album reflects on the harsh past without digging up too much of the pain, but rather focusing on the lessons learned. Each track is relatable, showing how in touch Gomez still isThe perfect pop album with dance tracks that actually have meaningful lyrics! Selena has found her sound and her unique vocals are in full force on her tracks like Lose You to Love Me and Vulnerable. The album reflects on the harsh past without digging up too much of the pain, but rather focusing on the lessons learned. Each track is relatable, showing how in touch Gomez still is regardless of her fame. Overall, a glorious win for the still young artist.… Expand
  21. overscaio
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    perfection! Selena created an album with amazing melody, songs and lyrics that tell a incredible story of life and self love!!
  22. flavioaugusto
    Jan 15, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mesmo não sendo um grande fã da Selena, confesso que estava ansioso para ouvir seu novo álbum. Mas, infelizmente criei muitas expectativas. Selena não evoluiu muito com o passar dos anos. Esse álbum é o segundo pior de sua carreira, depois do Stars Dance.
    Sobre o álbum em questão, gostei apenas de 4 tracks além do lead single 'Lose You To Love Me'. Dance Again, Vulnerable, Crowded Room e a minha favorita, Cut You Off. Espero que ela não demore muito o a lançar um outro álbum e que ela não fique na dependência de Julia Michaels...    … Expand
  23. heyrodolfo
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    It’s amazing to see how far she’s come. An upbeat album with great lyrics anyone can relate and excellent production. Congrats to Sel and her team!
  24. Aimep3
    Jan 15, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Asco
    Él peor album de Selena Gómez bueno todos sus albums son malísimos no canta, no baila, no actúa en verdad es una vergüenza del pop no me gusta su trabajo    … Expand
  25. shiiro99
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    It is his most personal, honest and creative work to date, personally I´m a huge fan and ´ve been waiting for this album almost 5 years. She actually killed it, this is full of bops, that tell where she is right now. So proud of her.
  26. malukilian
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    It's a beautiful album where Selena puts all her heart. I loved so much and I'm so proud of her
  27. HoneyBeeMel
    Jan 13, 2020
    10
    Rare is absolutely perfect! I love that Selena passes her feelings through her songs in a very truthful way, and I can feel her. Selena’s voice is amazing and the lyrics are incredible. She’s really talented!
  28. Intheshade
    Jan 15, 2020
    6
    Sonically, I thought it was good, but when you start paying attention to the lyrics the album starts to fall apart.
  29. BrazilianPop
    Jan 15, 2020
    8
    This is the best one, she's shinning as ever, the album is very calm and relaxing, good for travelings
  30. Bbro
    Jan 15, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Maravilhoso, Selena consegue mostrar tudo a capacidade musical e todo seu talento expressado em uma coleção de Hinos que somados se rotulam Raros.... A melhor artista do ramo, sem dúvida!… Expand
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76

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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