Rare
by Selena Gomez
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8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 9647 Ratings

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  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. Thamip444
    Jan 10, 2020
    9
    Amazing job, so sweet and deep, melodramatic and dancing at the same time, loved it
  2. Santiagoggc
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Rare Is an album about love, love herself and her fans, she worked and inspired in this album, her best album ever
  3. Boua_ta_rd
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    ALBUM INCRÍVEL.
    Músicas maravilhosas e únicas, quando tu escuta consegue sentir o esforço que foi investido. Ela se entrega por completo, além do fato que o conceito e a estética são exemplares. Simplesmente amei.
  4. nathare
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    vulnerable honest strong are three words that describe this album. Selena came with a totally different album a different sound and it’s an act of braveness because this kind of sound is not the hot trend right now. RARE by Selena Gomez gave us a break from this fast songs trend from artist that only care about sales about money! Well done miss Gomez
  5. JordanGms
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    I love it ! I definitely love how the rythm is different in every song ! The lyrics are definitely great and the featuring with 6LACK and Kid Cudi are awesome. The album really shows the feelings and everything Selena survived during those 4 years. I would definitely recommend everyone to listen to it. My favorite songs of the album are : Rare, Ring, Cut you off and Sweeter place.
  6. kennygldaw
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Selena Gomez shines bright on opener "Rare" where she talks about someone not recognizing that she is rare. "Dance Again" is a club song, and it is fittingly titled because it makes you want to move. The poppy "Look At Her Now" describes the place where Gomez is at now. Her first number one single on the Billboard Hot 100, "Lose You to Love Me" is an inspirational ballad about findingSelena Gomez shines bright on opener "Rare" where she talks about someone not recognizing that she is rare. "Dance Again" is a club song, and it is fittingly titled because it makes you want to move. The poppy "Look At Her Now" describes the place where Gomez is at now. Her first number one single on the Billboard Hot 100, "Lose You to Love Me" is an inspirational ballad about finding self-love. "Ring" is a sassy song where Gomez is letting her phone ring metaphorically. One of the best tracks, "Vulnerable" is-you guessed it- about staying vulnerable. "People You Know" is a reminiscing song about people who you used to be close to but now you do not know them. "Let Me Get Me" is a great song about healing and not letting all the bad things get to you. "Crowded Room" is a simplistic song about spending time with another in a crowded room. Gomez snaps in "Kinda Crazy" where she describes a lover who is kinda crazy. In "Fun" she pokes fun at her health conditions, while saying she only wants to have fun with this guy. "Cut You Off" is quite literally about cutting someone off from your life after realizing you have had enough. Closer track, "A Sweeter Place" features Kid Cudi and his production. Gomez describes about going to a place where she does not have to feel worried.
    Overall, the lyrical content in "Rare" is superb, and the production fits right in with Selena's vocals and the deeper meaning of all the records.    … Expand
  7. denizkc
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    She snapped so hard! album is full of bops. my favs are crowded room, rare and dance again.
  8. valentinsr
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This album is everything I need, a real masterpiece wow look at her now, she's really an angel in a sweeter place
  9. mrb1998
    Nov 12, 2020
    10
    'Rare' is a fresh, original and cohesive album. I can find similarities with Selena's past songs, like 'Fetish' and 'Bad Liar', but there are also new elements that showcase her maturity and nonconformity. Selena's shown to be brave and one of a kind, but also that we should respect her decision to take her time to make her own art, because, as this album shows, it works.
  10. crystalnunes
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This album is everything. So proud of Selena, she's a wonderful woman. I love her. X
  11. santi_b93
    Jan 10, 2020
    9
    It is an album with danceable and calm melodies. Rare is a mixture of guitars, bass and sounds maybe from the 80's and 90's. The album has good lyrics and melodies, which is a good experience. Personally, it is an album with good potential.
  12. greenIight
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    she delivered a cohesive album. probably her best album so far, meaningful lyrics and catchy sounds, beyond amazing. definitely one of the best album this 2020 so far.
  13. SINNWIFITIE
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Exciting, cohesive and absurdly perfect. I had expectations exceeded, I just loved it.
  14. Loveuselena
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is literally a masterpiece. I don’t know how but she did it, she is a magnificent artist and songwriter.… Expand
  15. aditimix
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    It’s the best work she has done so far. Her artistic expression is unreal. We are really excited for her new chapter.
  16. Nikomermaid
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    The álbum is so cohesive. All the songs are diferents but all of the fits perfectly. Her Best album.
  17. ladeiragio
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is perfect, each song brings a sensation that we can feel in our skin, Selena managed to make an album full of concept, animation and managed to do it very well! It was worth the 4 years of waiting… Expand
  18. razin
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    a great record! loved the vibe of the album as a whole so far my favs are crowded room, vulnerable & ring
  19. lustdamn
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the best album all time i love it … Expand
  20. MariaDiA
    Jan 10, 2020
    1
    I am incredibly disappointed in this album. After hyping up some big comeback she came back worse than ever. Was hoping she'd pull it out of the bag but she just couldn't.
  21. alexmac
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    By far the most cohesive pop album I’ve listened to in a while. From excellent production to meaningful lyrics, Rare by Selena Gomez proves to be her greatest album to date.
  22. Moonchild321
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    It's really good. Didn't expect her to have such a good album. My favourite is peoplel u know, vulnerable and rare.
  23. Nicoleeennaa
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Selena really put her all into this album. Every song is so different that it felt like I was listening to multiple different albums. There is truly something for everyone. She has shown that she stands on her own and DOESN'T need to rely on anyone else to remain relevant. She is her own person in this industry and is willing to take risks and try new sounds. The best part of this album isSelena really put her all into this album. Every song is so different that it felt like I was listening to multiple different albums. There is truly something for everyone. She has shown that she stands on her own and DOESN'T need to rely on anyone else to remain relevant. She is her own person in this industry and is willing to take risks and try new sounds. The best part of this album is that it closes with a song that tells a story about not even wanting all the lights, cameras, and action but instead looking for somewhere to hide away. That speaks volumes about her character. Selena doesn’t care about a #1 but DESERVES it anyway. Lose You to Love Me remains the strongest track for me, but Crowded Room, A Sweeter Place, and Vulnerable are something special too. Oh, and listen to Ring if you want to hear something from her that you’ve never ever heard before. I love seeing all these different sides of someone people try so hard to paint as stagnant. Overall, this album will age like fine wine. Very proud of this woman’s journey and how far she has come.… Expand
  24. guszrare
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    this is amazing, this is her best album, i'm very pround of her!! i can't choose one favourite song, everything is amazing
  25. islandersarmz
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This album is full of bops, and is definitely one of the best Selena has released. Hope it’ll age like a fine wine to me, but so far i’m enjoying my time listening to it. Great job, Sel❤️
  26. Gonzaqd
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Excellent Album! I LOVE IT
    Without a doubt the great growth of Selena is seen, RARE is her best album with Revival.
    I love Selena's rhythms, lyrics, production and voice.
  27. sunnyimy
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Her best album so far. Loved it. It was worth waiting four years. I had lower expectations to be honest.
  28. melysa16
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    it's selena's best album, each song is so powerful in its own way. she came to save the music industry this 2020 ✌️
  29. Milena_ochoa1
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Es uno de los mejores disco de Selena Gómez, las letras de cada canción son profunda y se combinan muy bien con la melodía. Simplemente es Hermoso!
  30. Emmanuel_luna
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Wow is amazing this is evolución for the música and sound, Selena is the woman
  31. Ines132222
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    The best album of Selena !❤️ Proud of u girl you did the best work ever did
  32. elif_ersln
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This album shows the growth of Selena Gomez as an artist who discovered her style her tone herself She is RARE her music is RARE the songs connect to one beautiful album and tells her story one by one the lyrics makes you feel rare and special Her music comforts me shows me how to get up again and again even when it takes everything from you Thank You Selena for this body of Art
  33. Uriellariosh
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un álbum tan increíble y cuenta una historia, canción tras canción.
    El mejor álbum    … Expand
  34. Pines
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Rare is just perfect. A masterpiece ! So so proud of you Selena, love you so much.
  35. Luankauee
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Perfect, o melhor album de selena Gomez, merece mais que 10, merece 100!!!!
  36. selgoswift
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. other fandoms are pressed Selena's comeback is being so successful but she deserves everything, the album is such a work of art… Expand
  37. Karollis
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    É o melhor álbum da década! Ela merece tudo isso e muito mais. O aoty é nosso
  38. Julinho
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Un excelente y hermoso y sobretodo perfecto, te amo Selena, Gracias por este hermoso álbum
  39. Sigrid2604
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Buen álbum, se mezclan buenos sonidos y una buena lírica. Canciones realmente admirables y nada de repetitivas.
  40. Maliek224
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Really good album enjoyed it so much glad she put her all into this proud of you
  41. Somewun
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Has improved artistically from her previous album and features from 6lack and Kid Cudi bring a new light to the new album
  42. mariereim
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    The best of the best! This will be my album throughout the year!!!! Selena's versatility is absolutely clear! What a talent!
  43. Andreww42
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Mature, laid-back, confident, lyrically beautiful, truly "a danceable lesson in self-love and acceptance". Music.
  44. katscott
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    After four years of writing and dealing with her own personal struggles, Selena Gomez released an artistic masterpiece of work. Moving away from generic pop sounding songs we hear on the radio, Selena works with different styles of music, discovering herself more as an artist, which all fits together in the end. This album was worth the wait.
  45. GustavoSebas
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Es el mejor álbum que he escuchado de Selena ademas que muestra todo lo que ha vivido
  46. Jubix
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    The best album of all time! I’m in peace listening to it ❤️ Selena Gomez made real ART in this album. By far is my favorite album! There’s no song I can say “nah..I didn’t like this one..” ALL the songs are great! I’m listening all day long.
  47. Koosh
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    She definitely put complicated life stories and feelings into a very simply rhythmically sound. Every tracks are very easy to listen to. It's very catchy without repeating the same words on loop.
  48. Psypsy
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Overall her best body of work to date. A Cohesive and well executed pop album with all kinds of tracks. Very diverse and to be honest the fantastic lyrics and songwriting are just the icing on the cake.
  49. FlorLilian
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Vocally Selena grow a lot in this album. Each song has a different story and a particular sound.
  50. Gonzacl1
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Different sounds...a song for everyone! Different from revival in a great way. Can't wait to hear more great things from Selena. Glad she took the time and worked on making this album unique and her own.
  51. serena22
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    best album of the decade, NO CAP
    so proud of her, i hope she will be able to go on tour xx
  52. poetryphoebe
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    One of the best albums I ever heard! She has evolved so much and it shows.It doesn't has the typical songs, it's very refreshing
  53. fiopena
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This album has amazing sounds and Selena gave us a lot of beautiful vocals. This is a masterpiece
  54. lucyllerena
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    every song is a pop masterpiece! this album is so empowering and confident and personal all at once I am so proud of who she has become and what she has gone through, it shows how truly strong she is. was so worth the wait, thank you Selena!!
  55. Alexmx
    Jan 10, 2020
    5
    Phenomenal , you can clearly see a progression in her music & as an ever-evolving artist. She shows time to time why she’s still pops relevancy. From guitar, electronic, to synthetic background drops, she proves why she’s loved by millions. Diversity is seen in each track. Can’t wait to see what she does next!
  56. LeonelSolis
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Hemos esperado el regreso de Selena por mucho tiempo. Creo que lo hizo perfectamente, literalmente su mente es super mega poderosa, vulnerable y cut off you son tremendos bops. Did that
  57. Corecore1500
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Her best album to date!!!! Make sure y'all don't sleep on this and you actually stream it EVERYWHERE. THANKS.
  58. Alexisgomez99
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing lovee it she’s the best singer and I can’t wait to hear new music I miss her so much she’s growing up and deserves all love
  59. Brittany338713
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    The best album of the year I’m in love definitely on repeat my favorite is people you know and rare and ring
  60. Jayjayg
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Lyrically, melodically, and rhythmically beautiful. A masterpiece that everybody needs to listen.
  61. ianmotis
    Jan 10, 2020
    4
    it was ok. it felt very juvenile. i loved many songs on this album, but i literally hated others. the album definitely got progressively worse and it sounded very unoriginal. the songs flowed together well but by the end it sounded like a recycled disney album. im not really a fan of the influences she used. definitely hasn't evolved from revival - which sounds more up to date than thisit was ok. it felt very juvenile. i loved many songs on this album, but i literally hated others. the album definitely got progressively worse and it sounded very unoriginal. the songs flowed together well but by the end it sounded like a recycled disney album. im not really a fan of the influences she used. definitely hasn't evolved from revival - which sounds more up to date than this entire project and it was released 5 years ago. definitely disappointed i waited 5 years for this project. she could've used more bops than experimentation. at first i thought this album was an upbeat version of reputation - and it definitely reminded me of a chill version of it. i wish she was more personal and had more ballads. lose you to love me was the only song that was personal. multiple tracks definitely sounded like a boring bea miller. lyrically, it was an outstanding project. production was awful. i got bored. easily. maybe it'll get better with a second listen but selena honey this ain't it… Expand
  62. xxxrdlf
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Great album, great lyrics, great vocals, great production. couldn’t wait more for it, i love it.
  63. Dan_gr22
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sin duda uno de tus mejores trabajos SeleDiosa.
    You gave us a powerful album with awesome lyrics.    … Expand
  64. Angelatiso
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    You come for the features but stay for Gomez. Though the music is fresh and experimental it is still familiar. It’s a reminder that music can still be fun and personal. Sonically brilliant so many sounds the make the album cohesive. She also sounds great ! Hidden gems on this album include Ring and Let me get me .
  65. jaiko
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Her best work of art. You can tell a lot of work and thought went into this album. It was definitely worth the long wait. I hope she continues to evolve as an artist.
  66. Barbsalaza
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. her best album yet. It’s honest, real, and has so much emotion. Every song on the album is amazing including the features. Not one skipped song.… Expand
  67. Pa9la
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    amazing Selena I love it!! It’s better that revival. The songs are fresh and different!! Her best album.
  68. TateKiller
    Jan 10, 2020
    0
    TERRIBLE, GENERIC, CHAOTIC. An album that looks more like boring guided meditation. Production is poor, the lyrics aren't good
  69. Lizzzzzz17
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Everytime she releases music it’s always so amazing. Now words. Ms. Gomez is pop perfection.
  70. viniconc
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    I literally LOVED the entire album, it’s mature, have so much quality, it’s honest and real, the melodies and lyrics are so so so GOOD, makes me feel so happy every time i listen to! Love you selena❤️
  71. Jessv
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    It is a beautiful album, with very good lyrics. It's about trust, stalking and self-esteem
  72. Clara7891
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Selena keeps growing every album more. Rare is a very different and new side of her and I love it.
  73. ikywtoutsold
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Selena Gomez can do no wrong when it comes to pop music. A lot of the songs follow the same minimalist alternative feeling as her 2016 single “Bad Liar,” which is a really great thing.
  74. Mia4
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    A very fun album. No lag from start to finish. RARE is a breath of fresh air from the stale sound of current pop. Pleasantly surprised.
  75. camcolman
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Unique and fresh, an album without skips. Good quality collaborations, showing how versatile she can be.… Expand
  76. Ahmed1
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Best pop album of century. Every song is so different and unique from each other. Can't choose a favourite. Every song is perfect but vulnerable is perfectest!
  77. josearriegues
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    A great album with magnificent songs, each one different from one another.
    It connects perfectly with the audience, since everyone can relate to each of the songs.
  78. Poliahu
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum completo, que no vende solamente la imagen del artista sino que también está la lírica y ritmos perfectos que complementan todo el álbum
  79. Sel34
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Rare es el mejor al álbum de toda su carrera
    Cada letra, cada ritmo es algo mágico, desde que empieza hasta que acaba el álbum te envuelve por completo, una producción impecable, donde podemos escuhar a una Selena más madura, más segura,más empoderada, simplemente este álbum nos habla de autosuperación, su voz suena mucho más experimentada, con una mejor técnica, cada canción cuenta una    Rare es el mejor al álbum de toda su carrera
    Cada letra, cada ritmo es algo mágico, desde que empieza hasta que acaba el álbum te envuelve por completo, una producción impecable, donde podemos escuhar a una Selena más madura, más segura,más empoderada, simplemente este álbum nos habla de autosuperación, su voz suena mucho más experimentada, con una mejor técnica, cada canción cuenta una pequeña historia de los últimos 4 años, un álbum muy bien pensado y muy bien producido, se nota el esfuerzo que Selena puso en este álbum.     … Expand
  80. Alxlrr28
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    LO MEJOOOR, LOS VOCALS, LAS LETRAS, EVERYTHING IS **** PERFECT STREAM RAREEEE
  81. Chris18898
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El mejor álbum de Selena hasta ahora, me encantó, tiene esta rara combinación de sus trabajos anteriores con unas letras hermosas y unos ritmos estupendos… Expand
  82. Jesh1401
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An excellent album, very innovative music creating a pleasant atmosphere, until now the best album that could definitely be worth the wait, I recommend listening to it you will love it !!… Expand
  83. Manuzinhaaa
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    um album simplesmente maravilhoso,desde de a priemira musica a ultima tudo muito lindo.
  84. kristansiao
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. aoty dkdmkwmkdmkwmkemkwmekmekemwkemkwmewkemwmekwmewkemwkmewmkmekwmkemwkmekwmewkem… Expand
  85. Chrisweetener
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Love it, all the songs on this album are so amazing and well made love the beats and her voice go so well together and sounds amazing definitely going to be listening forever!
  86. jesusfmillan
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is ART. I’m so proud of Selena!!!! My favorites: Vulnerable, Rare, Dance again, Ring and A sweeter place… Expand
  87. Melmiranda98
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This whole album is just pop excellence, shows how much Selena has evolved not just vocally but lyrically.
  88. wendysholy
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    An emotional, beautiful, vulnerable piece of work all vibes are each songs are different and I love how relatable this album is, whether you’re having a heartbreak, having fun with your girls or want to give yourself more confidence way better than expectations, ms selena gomez truly outdone herself on this album, and she deserves every bit of success in this era Can’t wait to see what sheAn emotional, beautiful, vulnerable piece of work all vibes are each songs are different and I love how relatable this album is, whether you’re having a heartbreak, having fun with your girls or want to give yourself more confidence way better than expectations, ms selena gomez truly outdone herself on this album, and she deserves every bit of success in this era Can’t wait to see what she has for next, excited to be with her on this journey of life… Expand
  89. Kikikinooo
    Jan 10, 2020
    0
    I’ve never listened to an as boring album as rare. Most of the songs are skips and the only song that is close to be « good », Lose You To Love Me is still boring. Her voice sounds so bad, changed by the studio, maybe for its better ? anyway... a disappointment.
  90. Aggeliki96
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    The best album ever!! She put her heart and soul to this one!! You can feel how she felt !! Literally no skips.. Every song is so versatile that is gonna blow you away ..100/10
  91. gustamaione
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing!! Selena princess of pop, a legend, A sweeter place best song of the year yaaas
  92. Margaretedun
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. All the songs are amazing and so inspiring. I think this album is so unique in the sense that every song has different tone and bridges. It’s definitely better than revival. Selena really did that. RARE IS A BANGER!!… Expand
  93. MaradeJesus
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es el mejor álbum de la historia, Seldiosa haciendo todo bien, ES AAAAARTEEE PUROOO♥️… Expand
  94. RoseGarque
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Selena Gomez new album Rare is Here’s the thing: @selenagomez IS a pop star, and Rare is an album worthy of being called pop perfection.
  95. imsorare19
    Jan 10, 2020
    4
    Álbum totalmente diferente de tudo que ela já fez na carreira, letras impecáveis e extremamente pessoais, mesmo não tendo um vocal forte ela consegue impactar com as suas músicas e causar emoções. Grande Trabalho!!!
  96. Bia_Bispo
    Jan 10, 2020
    9
    Esse álbum é incrível. Cheio de sentimentos e verdades. Selena voltou após 4 anos longe, e valeu muito ainda esperar, porque esse álbum vai muito além de simples músicas.
  97. oliveadri
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Album of the year!!! People you know, vulnerable, ring, crowded room is so perfect
  98. Leramir989
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. это лучшая музыка которую я слышала. Селена молодец.… Expand
  99. nbslt
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    From the first track to the very last, each song have different sounds and and subgenres. In Rare, you'd find yourself a cohesive album yet with a bunch of different sounds that brings out Gomez's speciality, which is story telling and her voice that makes you feel things and relates strongly to her message or story.
  100. liviacavaglieri
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. icônico, lendário e revolucionário, surpreendeu a tudo e todos, nada mais do que uma obra-prima… Expand
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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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