Reflection
by Fifth Harmony
  • Record Label: Epic
  • Release Date: Feb 3, 2015
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7.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 646 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 38 out of 646
  3. Negative: 141 out of 646
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  1. Rhuanp
    Mar 12, 2021
    9
    Álbum realmente muito bom, mas em algumas músicas quem cantava a maior parte era a Camila, o que não acho justo mesmo adorando ela. Mas no todo o álbum é muito bom e todas as músicas são maravilhosas.
  2. VitorMacauba
    Sep 3, 2020
    9
    I LOVE this album, there’s just so many bops in it and I love listening to it and dance and sing along.
  3. Juangonzalez080
    Aug 28, 2020
    0
    Wakala, gracias camila cabello por bendecir nuestros oídos ahora que eres solista, eras la única que resaltaba en la banda, las otras coristas son un asco
  4. cipriano
    Feb 7, 2020
    5
    It's the album of a girlband with the purest pop, but something very commercial. The album is filled with instrumentals and gum and pegative productions, but the distortion effect and lack of synchrony of them is what sins. It has nothing unique and variety in the pop world, tracks sound in good love songs becomes a standard pop beat, it's not good to hear.
  5. Gi727
    Dec 7, 2019
    10
    O álbum débito do Fifth Harmony trouxe uma sonoridade urbana, que combina extremamente com o grupo
  6. colvern
    Aug 3, 2019
    10
    There's only one song on this album that I would skip if it came up on shuffle, and that says a LOT about the all-around quality of the pieces on this album. The whole project is well produced and carries a cohesive pop/R&B sound throughout its course. Although some of the lyrics are now fully outdated, being 2014-esque internet slang, the melodies and R&B flavor are what keeps this albumThere's only one song on this album that I would skip if it came up on shuffle, and that says a LOT about the all-around quality of the pieces on this album. The whole project is well produced and carries a cohesive pop/R&B sound throughout its course. Although some of the lyrics are now fully outdated, being 2014-esque internet slang, the melodies and R&B flavor are what keeps this album in the top rankings in my collection. Despite the fact that some of the songs lack balance in the time attributed to each of the five young women, each member has a song or two in which they absolutely steal the spotlight. The album's portrayal of each girl's strengths and style is flawlessly executed and sets the group up for a future in limelight.
    Another beast in and of itself is the message that every song on this album carries for its audience. The girls start out their lead single with the line "Every day is pay day," leaving a heck of a first impression for the world to judge them by. The song's later shoutouts to powerful women of color like Michelle Obama and Oprah tell their listeners exactly who this girl group is and what causes they are about to stand for. "Them Girls Be Like" gorgeously displays the Fifth Harmony girls as beacons of the "teenage girl" stereotypes, satirically defending early 2010s girl culture by pointing out that if no harm is done, what's the point in criticizing young females about how they want to act?
    "Suga Mama" demands that the girl's partner get himself to an equal financial level so she won't have to provide out of necessity. "We Know" lets men know that yes, women can see right through your tactics and games, and no, we are not falling for your tricks and lies. "Brave Honest Beautiful" assures the listener that despite what the rest of the world might say, they are worth as much as some of the world's greatest superstars.
    "Reflection" is likely the group's best plot twist of all time, in the favor of women. The verses croon about the appearance and reputation of a second person, all "you"s seemingly addressing a boy that the singer is interested in. But as soon as the chorus hits, the group subverts ALL of the audience's learned preconceptions and gender expectations with a simple line: "Boy, I ain't talkin' bout you, I'm talkin in my own reflection." The message of the song transforms in mere seconds from flirtatious crooning to independent mastery of self-esteem. Given how strongly "Reflection" asserts its declaration of independence, it's no wonder it's the title track of the girls' debut album.
    One of Fifth Harmony's most lasting impacts as a girl group of the Internet era is their constant call for women empowerment. With the lessons in self-confidence, gender equality, and independence, thank GOODNESS this is an album targeted towards teenage girls. The image this group had built for themselves was rooted in strength, confidence, intelligence, independence, and just about every other positive quality they wanted their young audience to have.    … Expand
  7. gabrielcipriano
    Dec 21, 2018
    5
    The album is a generic pop that on the third or fourth track gets tired and ears ask to stop listening. The cloying and repetitive are increasingly far from reaching the ideal peak and we do not have a finger of them in the songs seem robbery. I hope they evolve greatly to change that, I do not say disappointing the album but I would not listen every moment.
  8. JhosepKingsley
    Jul 21, 2018
    5
    Reflection will not be the album of the century but it will not leave you with a bad taste in your mouth either. And to be their debut album the girls did a great job.
  9. Almiir
    Mar 18, 2018
    10
    Um dos melhores álbums de girl group,senão o melhor.Fifth Harmony é sim um dos maiores girl groups do milênio.
  10. outerspace
    Jan 14, 2018
    7
    Fifth Harmony girls made a good job on their debut album, the songs are really good and the instrumental part is pleasant. However, Cabello is the soul of the group, since her voice is unique, and Jauregui has also shown some potential. Brooke, Hansen and Kordei are talented but their voices are ordinary, not harmless together and they don't work as a girl group, differently of groups likeFifth Harmony girls made a good job on their debut album, the songs are really good and the instrumental part is pleasant. However, Cabello is the soul of the group, since her voice is unique, and Jauregui has also shown some potential. Brooke, Hansen and Kordei are talented but their voices are ordinary, not harmless together and they don't work as a girl group, differently of groups like The **** Dolls, Spice Girls and even Little Mix, which all of the members had a synchrony. In a solo scenario, it's evident that Camila Cabello would have more highlights than the other four members together.… Expand
  11. sissi_stess
    Sep 2, 2017
    8
    It's a fun mix of pop and R&B with harmonies and melodies.
    Favorites : Everlasting love, We know, Going Nowhere, Reflection, Sledgehammer
    Least favorites : Body rock, Boss
  12. Kurai159
    Aug 24, 2017
    6
    I like Fifth Harmony and I think this album is the best of them by far (can't wait for title album which is coming tomorrow!). This album is full of cool pop, electro and dance songs, but sadly there is not many deep songs, most of the songs is just to be happy and it is okay, but I think great album has to have great lyrics to. And I gave 6 because of the lyrics, but still I like thisI like Fifth Harmony and I think this album is the best of them by far (can't wait for title album which is coming tomorrow!). This album is full of cool pop, electro and dance songs, but sadly there is not many deep songs, most of the songs is just to be happy and it is okay, but I think great album has to have great lyrics to. And I gave 6 because of the lyrics, but still I like this album and it would reach my top 50 albums of all time. Best track: Top Down, Body Rock. Worst track: Everlasting Love.… Expand
  13. Edduardo20
    Feb 15, 2017
    10
    Not only is it a tribute to the pop music of the last ten years but also a homejae to those women who made that music.

    In each song you can feel the touch of artists like Beyonce, Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, Jessie J, just to say a few. And that's what makes this album so good ... That many girls and even guys can easily feel identified with it.
  14. FandomsDelPop
    Oct 28, 2016
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is amazing, i love it. The album contains R&B and Pop, and its good. My complete review in : www.fandomsdelpopoficial.wordpress.com/

    My score is 9.2    … Expand
  15. TryAgainGata
    Oct 27, 2016
    8
    1. Top Down 4/5
    2. BO$$ 4/5
    3. Sledgehammer 5/5
    4. Worth It 3/5
    5. This is How We Roll 3/5
    6. Everlasting Love 4/5
    7. Like Mariah 4/5
    8.Then Girls Be Like 3/5
    9. Reflection 5/5
    10. Suga Mama 4/5
    11. We Know 3/5
    12. Going Nowhere 4/5
    13. Body Rock 4/5
    14 Brave Honest Beautiful 5/5
  16. poezwoez
    Jul 14, 2016
    6
    I'm in love with Fifth Harmony! They're incredible and so talented. But as an Harmonizer, I have to be honest. This album isn't the best. A lot of the songs are just "Camilla & Back Up Singers". This isn't their fault, but the producers'. The album isn't really original. A lot of samples and rip offs. Songs like 'Top Down', 'Reflection' and 'Suga Mama' are just filler songs that aren'tI'm in love with Fifth Harmony! They're incredible and so talented. But as an Harmonizer, I have to be honest. This album isn't the best. A lot of the songs are just "Camilla & Back Up Singers". This isn't their fault, but the producers'. The album isn't really original. A lot of samples and rip offs. Songs like 'Top Down', 'Reflection' and 'Suga Mama' are just filler songs that aren't great. However, songs like 'Worth It', 'This Is How We Roll' and 'Body Rock' are really great and catchy. These songs are always on repeat. Compared to 7/27, this is trash. Which is great, that means that they're doing a good job.… Expand
  17. ryansliao
    Jul 8, 2016
    8
    I started listening to this album late. And it totally caught me off guard. This is actually a really good pop/R&B album. I know the R&B production here isn't for everyone, but I really like it. There are also songs here that are just plain fun, and FH captures this really well. Another surprise for me was how well FH could actually sing. They are all strong singers (yes even Camila, evenI started listening to this album late. And it totally caught me off guard. This is actually a really good pop/R&B album. I know the R&B production here isn't for everyone, but I really like it. There are also songs here that are just plain fun, and FH captures this really well. Another surprise for me was how well FH could actually sing. They are all strong singers (yes even Camila, even though she needs some work). There are few duds, like the repulsive "This Is How We Roll", which has some of the most obnoxious verses I've ever heard. And there are points on this album where the pandering is real (Them Girls Be Like). But other than that, this is a very enjoyable album.

    Favs: Bo$$, Sledgehammer, Worth It ft. Kid Ink, Reflection, Brave Honest Beautiful ft. Meghan Trainor
    Least Favs: This Is How We Roll, Them Girls Be Like    … Expand
  18. kay863
    May 30, 2016
    10
    Solid debut album. Lyrics and production may not be as great as their sophomore album but the album does have good songs. My absolute favourites are "Going Nowhere", "Reflection", "Suga Mama" and "We Know".
    This album also spawned their world wide smash hit, "Worth It". Overall it's a very good debut. All the best to these girls.
  19. AngelJCervantes
    May 27, 2016
    6
    I really expected more for this album, I say, it's their debut album, it musts be good. It's good, but leaved much to wishin more...
    I hope the next is better.
  20. matheusbelong
    May 26, 2016
    10
    Bringing constant harmonies and great songs, Reflection by Fifth Harmony is one of the best albums released by girl group to date. The sound is amazing and completely addictive letters.
  21. leonardo2s
    Apr 28, 2016
    0
    Triste por dar essa nota à esse álbum, dei nota 1, mas se pudesse daria nota 0. Eu não consigo entender a nota desse álbum, o que os críticos viram? O álbum é tão ruim quanto o fifth harmony no palco.
  22. baemoonlight
    Feb 13, 2016
    1
    ESSE ALBUM É HORRIVEL, PIOR QUE O CONFIDENT DA DEMETRIA, CAMILA TEM UMA VOZ SUPER IRRITANTE PARECE A VOZ DOS ALVINS E OS ESQUILOS, COITADA DA LAUREN EM FAZER PARTE DESSA VERGONHA INTERNACIONAL, SO TEM FARORA, DE MA QUALIDADE AINDA, FIFTH HARMONY NO SEGUNDO ALBUM JA SE AFUNDA DE VEZ E VAI FAZER COMPANHIA PRO CAPETA
  23. stefaniwitch
    Feb 10, 2016
    0
    Gente, que porcaria é essa? Eu sinceramente não sei como podem gostar desse lixo sonoro, principalmente da voz de esquilete dessa Camila Cabello, que é uma garota insuportável. Esse álbum é horrível, genérico, farofas de péssima qualidade, por isso flopou tanto e não sai dos 200k. Eu teria vergonha de ser fã dessa girlband que é a pior da história. Sempre foram e sempre serão pisadas pelasGente, que porcaria é essa? Eu sinceramente não sei como podem gostar desse lixo sonoro, principalmente da voz de esquilete dessa Camila Cabello, que é uma garota insuportável. Esse álbum é horrível, genérico, farofas de péssima qualidade, por isso flopou tanto e não sai dos 200k. Eu teria vergonha de ser fã dessa girlband que é a pior da história. Sempre foram e sempre serão pisadas pelas rainhas Little Mix.… Expand
  24. swiftrections
    Jan 3, 2016
    0
    Crime contra a humanidade este grupo , composições fracas que nem são das mesmas . Só tem 78 no metacritic por conta das fãs que obviamente são surdas e desprovidas de cultura , Little Mix é melhor dança e compõe .
  25. VinnyJ
    Nov 17, 2015
    0
    I do not support the Fifth Harmony at all. First that from when they were in Xfactor it was extremely noticeable lack of talent of those five girls and they are only 5 fully disposable scams. Well, come on, first they do not have any voice talent since most of their performances are filled with a totally botched playback would leave to Britney Spears ashamed!
    Now the letters, they claim    I do not support the Fifth Harmony at all. First that from when they were in Xfactor it was extremely noticeable lack of talent of those five girls and they are only 5 fully disposable scams. Well, come on, first they do not have any voice talent since most of their performances are filled with a totally botched playback would leave to Britney Spears ashamed!
    Now the letters, they claim to be feminists and BO $$ is for the girls feel more confident, but as a letter that says that Michelle Obama is holding the bag with dollars from Oprah makes someone feel more confident? I do not really understand what these composers have in your head, yes, composers such as these five scams do not compose anything.
    Okay, okay, maybe some of you just do not care about the issue raised above, but then let's talk about vocal skills? Naoe there is a video of 5H that is not full of auto-tune synthesizers and any recourse to disguise how shallow vocally these five unfortunate teenagers are
    You will never find a video of them where they are just their voices, always has a microphone, a background music. It is never real. They record, edit and then the only work of **** agony is to make a lip sync (and neither so they can right)
    Most singers have a video where they really show the pure vocal talent, maybe some guitar to give a base, but only that and nothing more. Examples? Little Mix    … Expand
  26. MixJ
    Nov 10, 2015
    0
    noooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo ever
  27. xmullanx
    Nov 7, 2015
    1
    ATÉ HOJE ME PERGUNTO COMO GANHOU NOTA TÃO ALTA, NEM SEI COMO ESSA QUESTÃO CAIU NO ENEM, LIXO SONORO ESSA MERDA, PERCA DE TEMPO, DESPERDÍCIO DE MINUTOS OUVINDO ISSO SÓ PRESTA REFLECTION MSM, ALGUÉM TIRA A VOZ DE PATO DA CAMILA??? O GRUPO JÁ NÃO É ISSO, COM ESSA GAROTA SÓ CAGA TUDO
  28. meduardanery
    Nov 7, 2015
    0
    Me pergunto desde o lançamento de Reflection como elas conseguiram fazer um álbum TÃO ruim. Lauren e Ally, por favor, saiam de 5H, vocês são boas demais para essa girlband lixo.
  29. ThatOneReviewa
    Oct 29, 2015
    4
    Reflection, the debut by girl group Fifth Harmony, is a half-decent album. It's miles better than several R&B acts out there. The melodies are the highlight of the album. "Worth It" is miles better than a lot of the songs on pop radio today. All in all, I see a bright future for these girls.
  30. younggodhood
    Oct 17, 2015
    0
    awnfulllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllllll
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Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Pitchfork
    Feb 11, 2015
    72
    It’s an album of fun, feminist pop that is simultaneously wise beyond its years (four of its five members are still in their teens) and refreshingly age-appropriate—and it effortlessly embodies the ideals grasped at by the girl power think piece wave, with a sharp, nuanced perspective that can only come from lived experience.
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  2. The New York Times
    Feb 9, 2015
    80
    This strategy [a homage to the last two or so years of pop and R&B] works because all the women of Fifth Harmony--Ally Brooke, Camila Cabello, Dinah Jane, Lauren Jauregui and Normani Kordei--are impressive, flexible singers.
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  3. Rolling Stone
    Feb 4, 2015
    70
    On the debut from Fifth Harmony (which formed during the second season of The X Factor, in 2012), high self-esteem feels like a party.
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