Sawayama
by Rina Sawayama
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9.0

Universal acclaim- based on 1138 Ratings

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  1. LuAlb
    Sep 3, 2020
    10
    A beautiful experience, the details on every song are amazing, worth listening from start to bottom everytime!
  2. ferzeli
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    THAT is what she did!!! Quem consegue por metal, pop e sei lá mais o que em um álbum e deixa tudo fazendo sentido? A RINA então cala a sua boca!!! Depois de ouvir STFU só me resta afirmar: o meu problema é esquizofrenia, QUAL é o seu?
  3. Metalyric
    Oct 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lo amo, es un álbum qué puedo escuchar de inicio a final y no aburrirme RINA me sorprendió.… Expand
  4. robertdurann
    Sep 22, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece of an album. The diversity of sounds really adds value to the album. One of the best albums of the year.
  5. duyypham2906
    Oct 5, 2020
    10
    theres a bloody good reason why elton john praises this multifaceted phenomenon to be one of his 2020 favourites
  6. Timedonttime
    Oct 9, 2020
    10
    Un álbum muy bien elaborado y con exelente calidad, Sawayama nos trae parte de su vida plasmada en grandes canciones que componen el álbum. Rina no da canciones que van desde el pop hasta el rock con el exelente vocal que tiene Sawayama, las canciones el álbum es 0 monótono y acompañados de instrumentales que acompañan las canciones
  7. shoval
    Oct 17, 2020
    10
    this album makes me feel ALIVE. this whole album is a masterpiece, the lyrics, the production, the cover, the sounds. zero skips, all bops, she really did that!!
  8. Lol1P0PFl0p
    Nov 1, 2020
    10
    An instant classic and legendary masterpiece. This will be remembered to be one of the BEST album ever!
  9. bedette
    Nov 16, 2020
    10
    Awesome, just one of the best albuns of 2020, really deserves to be remembered and it really is a nice debut for Rina Sawayama. Hope to see more of her music soon
  10. Kieran00
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    She’s an icon, she’s a legend and she is the moment. Like c’mon now. Not a single skip on the album. Nobody’s doing it like her.
  11. StreamSawayama
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Sawayama is literally LIFE CHANGING I discovered Rina through her debut album and literally she is the reason im here she did that and more
  12. Jnts
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Changed my year all the way since the release , um recommending to everyone I'm able to, just cause it's so perfectly splendid
  13. NathanSeverit04
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    Cant believe music was invented by Rina Sawayama in 2020 it’s crazy omg we must stan
  14. panzcoolg
    Nov 20, 2020
    10
    Rina reinvents pop in her own likeness on this complete showstopper of a debut album.
  15. Benihana11
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    An incredibly put together body of work that not only has hits, but also tells a story. A real album.
  16. devoloved
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    This album is the best things that I listened to in this year.
    It's perfect, gorgeous and beautiful, the unfair fact is that Grammy didn't nominated this album for AOTY.
  17. soficasb
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    Best album of the year. PERIOD. And she did it with her first album, a LEGEND.
  18. Annaai
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    AAAAA THIS IS A MASTERPIECE . RINA DID NOT DISAPPOINT . SHE'S AMAZING THE FUTURE OF MUSIC
  19. Nawafxoxo
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    She is an icon she is a legend & she is the moment periodt “the album is amazing song to song i give it an A+“ and thank u mommy for saving 2020
  20. Issac15
    Nov 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Girl she’s too good like too good some would say it’s unfair how good it is. It’s ungodly how good it is I truly can’t put it into words just give it a listen.start to finish.to good.too too good. Like hello?it’s just too good… Expand
  21. jpedrosamaral
    Mar 21, 2021
    10
    this is just a masterpiece!! rina is such a amazing singer and performance. love ALL of these songs!! deserves a lot more recognition.
  22. milktpapi
    Nov 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The bestjsushsbsnsjdjsjsjsjsjsjsjjsusushdbdjsjsusushhshdhdhdhdhdhshshsjshsnshĺ… Expand
  23. Nawaf_XIII
    Nov 30, 2020
    10
    Yaasss mama this what they call "pure perfection" ! Now i'm starving for the deluxe edition could you hurry please ??
  24. hevonfilm
    Dec 3, 2020
    10
    Pop music done right! Haven't this been excited about an artist in a long time. Genuinely can't find one thing I don't like about this album, one of the best releases in years! Excited to see what's in store for Sawayama in the future.
  25. kosame
    Dec 9, 2020
    10
    Is this the best debut album of the 2000? Yes jdjdjdjdjsjszjzjjdzjszzjsjsje
  26. carolnepaixao
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    Esse álbum é perfeito, sinto que a Rina fez com muito carinho e dedicação, Bad Fried e Lucid são minhas favs. Foi esnobado pelo Grammy mas choca 0 pessoas pq aquela premiação perdeu sua credibilidade faz tempo...
  27. Harryvowles
    Dec 21, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is a master piece. It not only met the mark it set itself to take us on a journey but completely obliterated it!

    Sawayama's debut full of self discovery and personal experiences conplete resonates with me, her genre of music completely unique and personalised and her voice being beautiful and clear.

    Perfection.    … Expand
  28. Eduardmc13
    Dec 24, 2020
    10
    The mix between R&B and Pop is widely used in the album but Riña knows how to use them to her advantage and makes the album a work of art, I think it has a lot of potential.
  29. Cluz825
    Dec 28, 2020
    10
    Easily one of the best albums of the year! The songs from this project are so well written, well produced, and contain amazing vocal delivery from Rina. Such a queen!
  30. LISOCHIKOTOSA
    Feb 9, 2021
    10
    SAWAYAMA is just an awesome pop album. It was probably the greatest surprise for me in 2020. It has a wide range of themes including love, heartbreak, wealth, pain, friendship and identity. She tells interesting stories about generational sadness, self-love, youth and also sings about her Japanese roots.She also makes very interesting social and political commentary about our desire forSAWAYAMA is just an awesome pop album. It was probably the greatest surprise for me in 2020. It has a wide range of themes including love, heartbreak, wealth, pain, friendship and identity. She tells interesting stories about generational sadness, self-love, youth and also sings about her Japanese roots.She also makes very interesting social and political commentary about our desire for wealth,the state of the world and unity Sonically, each song sounds very different from the next as she draws inspiration from the pop of the early 2000's pop, pop rock, R&B and so many other genres. She still manages to make a very cohesive album which makes for an exhilarating listen every time. Her vocal perfomace is unimpeachable .My personal favorites are all of them. Seriously , cuts like Dynasty, Akasaka Sad, Bad Friend and FTW (the more melancholic songs) really hit the spot for me.… Expand
  31. Codybb73
    Jan 3, 2021
    10
    A cultural reset. A post modern melange. A truly relevant pop album. The real winner of 2020.
  32. Diversinho
    Jan 4, 2021
    10
    As músicas são extremamente diversificadas, conseguindo oscilar entre vários estilos músicais com sucesso!
  33. Davidsister
    Feb 19, 2021
    10
    Rina’s debut album has a lot of different genres contrasting. Although it can be very tricky and risky to use a combination of contrasting styles, the attempt is 100% successful. Sawayama talks about a lot of different themes, from consumerism to Rina’s experience as an asian woman and the microagressions she has faced.
  34. matthewmod
    Mar 4, 2021
    10
    Best. Album. Ever. This album is astonishing with a late 2000s feel ALL IN ONE PACKAGE with various forms of genres. AMAZING 1000/10
  35. andrelopes
    Mar 16, 2021
    10
    The best album from 2020 so far! She has the power to mix a lot of music styles and still sound beautiful and original! She make me feel anger, love, passion, on ever single track from this album! My favorites is (Akasaka Sad, Lucid, Who's Gonna Save You Now, Bad Friend, Chosen Family, XS and Love me 4 Me)
  36. jaredsolana
    Mar 20, 2021
    10
    Rina siento que utilizo muy bien las problemáticas de hoy en día para crear letras con un gran impacto tales como "XS", Rina tiene una gran inteligencia y la está aprovechando para hacer canciones increíbles y de gran impacto
  37. deivcouto
    Aug 25, 2022
    10
    A wild debut album, she captured the 90s-00s vibes in different genres (bubble gum pop, pop punk, r&b) with your genealogical tree
  38. MikitoRates
    Mar 19, 2021
    10
    The entire album is truly a masterpiece. Even for the songs that I don't particularly favor, I can admire their excellent production and delivery. Rina truly outdid any other album I've listened to in 2020. She blends genres so masterfully, from rock to metal, to R&B, to pop and back again. Somehow she makes every song sound completely different without sacrificing the cohesiveness thatThe entire album is truly a masterpiece. Even for the songs that I don't particularly favor, I can admire their excellent production and delivery. Rina truly outdid any other album I've listened to in 2020. She blends genres so masterfully, from rock to metal, to R&B, to pop and back again. Somehow she makes every song sound completely different without sacrificing the cohesiveness that albums should strive to have. This isn't just an album - it's an experience.… Expand
  39. xavieraugustine
    Apr 10, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. talent won when this album was released. rina girl is just in her debut and yet she already showed her versatility by doing pop rock r&b and more in this record. so amazing… Expand
  40. beomgyu
    Apr 6, 2021
    10
    I have no words to describe SAWAYAMA, I have never had contact with such sophisticated art in my life. You can't find a bad song on this album, it serves pop music perfectly as in 'Comme Des Garçons (Like The Boys)' and rock of the highest quality like 'STFU!', 'AKASAKA SAD' and 'WHO'S GONNA SAVE YOU NOW' ? .

    The album follows the theme of family and identity, I feel touched when I hear    I have no words to describe SAWAYAMA, I have never had contact with such sophisticated art in my life. You can't find a bad song on this album, it serves pop music perfectly as in 'Comme Des Garçons (Like The Boys)' and rock of the highest quality like 'STFU!', 'AKASAKA SAD' and 'WHO'S GONNA SAVE YOU NOW' ? .

    The album follows the theme of family and identity, I feel touched when I hear the singer's experiences. Listening to SAWAYAMA is always a new experience, it is like receiving a hug. SAWAYAMA changed my life and made me rethink my identity, I can't express how perfect this album is, just listen to it.    … Expand
  41. BillboardPH
    Apr 9, 2021
    10
    This is such a huge statement as an album. The lyrics are brilliant, incredible instrumental, incredible production, incredible everything. It feels almost like a new statement for music in general, it got too much going on and everything just works incredibly well, nothing like it. It feels like a huge fresh air of a completely original, innovative and refined masterpiece.
  42. Coppeddem
    Apr 26, 2021
    10
    Absolutely amazing... Best album of 2020... hopefully she gets more attention soon because she's deserves it greatly
  43. harryioannou23
    Jun 9, 2021
    10
    Arguably the best album of 2020, each song is particularly characterful yet the whole record manages to be cohesive. Unique story-telling and show-stopping production.
  44. brao
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    um dos melhores álbuns que já ouvi na vida.
    a sonoridade retro e ousada são muito bem usadas. as composições que fazem desse album uma caminhada pela história de rina.
  45. SandyMusi
    Jul 22, 2021
    10
    Amazing album, in my opinion this is the best album of 2020. There is not even a single skip as all the songs are total bangers. Everything in the album is very good from start to finish, the production, the lyrics, everything there is. Rina Sawayama is a criminally underrated artist and I hope she gets more attention because this shows her ability to make fantastic music.
  46. maremegwle
    Aug 2, 2021
    10
    Absolutely perfect, from the beginning to the end. It is personal and you can feel the power, heritage and politics Rina sings about, never being boring. Very experimentalist, mostly pop-ish, with hints of ballads and even rock, it travels between genres beautifully. Her lyrics are catchy and meaningful. Personally, a masterpiece.
  47. bidenbussyqueef
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    This is one of the best albums I have ever heard. The way Sawayama is so versatile in her sudden shifts in genre whilst keeping the album cohesive throughout is spectacular and I adore the lyricism of the album - highlighting several imperative societal issues in her anticapitalistic sentiment whilst perfectly illustrating how she straddles between both Japanese and British culture isThis is one of the best albums I have ever heard. The way Sawayama is so versatile in her sudden shifts in genre whilst keeping the album cohesive throughout is spectacular and I adore the lyricism of the album - highlighting several imperative societal issues in her anticapitalistic sentiment whilst perfectly illustrating how she straddles between both Japanese and British culture is astonishing - showcasing the originality of her music and the legitimacy of her art and talent. It's honestly a shame that this album did not become anywhere near as popular as it deserved to be.… Expand
  48. lunaticdumbass
    Feb 6, 2022
    10
    Without exaggeration, one of the greatest, most ingenious albums I think I’ve heard in years.
  49. NickyTaylor13
    Jun 28, 2022
    10
    Every song is uniquely different. There’s a bit of rock influences which is incredible. Yet the best parts of the albums are the softer songs like Bad Friend, Tokyo Love Hotel, and Chosen Family. Overall a impeccable album. 100% recommend
  50. Estaneck
    Jul 31, 2022
    10
    this debut album by rina is a spectacle it pleases me in everything, a very well worked album with rina's vocals that are spectacular remains a mega current album
  51. giovannifreitas
    Feb 10, 2023
    10
    The BEST debut that I've ever heard! It's FANTASTIC! Sawayama's literally a refreshing pop album that the industry needed. With nuances, mixes, and different genres that only Rina Sawayama would could combine in an album. THE BEST! (and plus: the colored vinyl is FCKING BEAUTIFUL)
  52. jbelzero
    Jul 16, 2022
    10
    This album is such a masterpiece! I don't know why people hates this and hates Rina. I discovered her music a month ago and I don't regret it. FAV songs:
    XS
    Dynasty
    (But I love all the songs)
  53. jv_ithk
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Rina's debut album is better than some artists peaks- from the opener "Dynasty" a goosebump inducing song about generational trauma to the incredible production of the closer "Snakeskin", this album will be remembered as one of the greatest debuts of all time - it just needs (along with Rina) the recognition it deserves.… Expand
  54. aleom_hx
    Sep 18, 2022
    10
    9.8/10
    Dynasty,Xs,Bad Friend are the best singles in this album.The songs mixed with pop,rock,dance and alternative.Wonderful!
  55. Xiaowang
    Sep 19, 2022
    10
    wow this album is sooo excellent, our talented Rina really leads us to a 2000s y2k tour
  56. killingboys_
    Dec 11, 2022
    10
    Absolutely amazing. She took inspiration from pop icons like Britney and Gaga but took her artistry to another level with this body of work. Easily one of the best albums of all time.
  57. kevrr
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    this is the best album i have heard. rina slayed with every song in this beautiful álbum i really like her and how she can create a amazing feeling in you just listening a song.
  58. marcmyworks
    Jul 19, 2020
    9
    Rina Sawayama's first full length LP is a masterwork in mixing different sounds and genres of music. The album explores her culture heritage of being both British and Japanese, as well explores her mindset growing up in the UK. Overall one of the best albums of the year.
  59. LilScience
    Jan 21, 2022
    9
    Rina, me impressiona por seu estilo ser tão diverso em um só álbum, um dos mais promissores desse ano.
    Misturando Pop e Metal, ela renasce esse estilo, mas com sua própria identidade, tenho certeza que vamos ver muito sobre ela ainda.

    Faixas favoritas: XS, STFU!, Comme De Garçons (Like The Boys), Paradisin', Love Me 4 Me, Bad Friend, Tokyo Love Hotel e Chosen Family.
  60. mjelbam
    Apr 17, 2020
    9
    a ridiculously strong debut album from a fearless, wicked new star. it's exhilaratingly confident, careering from one sound to another.
  61. totoro0192
    Apr 17, 2020
    9
    This album feels really fresh, it's a really fun listen, can really recommend to everyone from a casual listener to someone who searches a deeper listening experience in their music
  62. sebascampos
    Jul 23, 2020
    9
    By far one of the best albums of 2020, song by song, it's just an empowered album
  63. Potasio
    Apr 22, 2020
    9
    buenardo. tiene buenos ritmos, y una mezcla de géneros variados, también una buena letra
    canciones favoritas: dynasty, xs, akasaka sad, paradisin'
    canciones menos favoritas: **** this world, bad friend
  64. joshkacey
    Apr 28, 2020
    9
    Nu-metal AND bubblegum pop? Rina makes a name for herself as an expert in the craft of weaving together abrasive and jarring stabs of rock infused bops, with sweet and sugary teen-pop jams, to make an album that is confessional enough to relate to her audience, while being nostalgic in a way that makes music trends of the 90’s and 00’s sound like they never went of out of style, ratherNu-metal AND bubblegum pop? Rina makes a name for herself as an expert in the craft of weaving together abrasive and jarring stabs of rock infused bops, with sweet and sugary teen-pop jams, to make an album that is confessional enough to relate to her audience, while being nostalgic in a way that makes music trends of the 90’s and 00’s sound like they never went of out of style, rather instead staying around to follow us into the streaming era.

    Think Evanescence, a tad of JoJo, some Britney Spears, then add Korn to the mix. The recipe sounds bound for an auditory fever dream of Limp Bizkit being blasted through the prom speakers of mid-2000’s high school prom. Where many artists pay ode to the era that raised them, see Charli XCX and Troye Sivan’s 2018 collaboration 1999, Rina has made up her debut album with songs that actually sound like they were recorded in 1999.    … Expand
  65. Tete40i
    Sep 8, 2020
    9
    I'm not a pop guy, but this album is a masterpiece. Every single song feels unique and has different influences, going from metal in STFU to even an 8-bit style-ish song in Paradisin'. Overall the album gets stuck in your head in a good way, and it is really really addictive and fun to listen.
  66. JJ678
    Apr 20, 2020
    9
    Really liked this debut, so many different genres being fused together on one album, with great vocal performances to go along with it. Although I'd never heard of her before I definitely have now. Brilliant.
  67. rubythre
    Jun 12, 2020
    9
    A good album that even deserves a Grammy nomination this year. If possible I would be happy for her.
  68. antymosphere
    Apr 17, 2020
    9
    Rina Sawayama é uma cantora britânica nascida no Japão e seu disco de estreia “SAWAYAMA”, lançado dia 17 de abril, tem chamado a atenção de muita gente. Eu não tinha escutado nenhum trabalho da Rina antes desse disco, confesso que fui totalmente pego de surpresa pela compositora. Tentarei ser curto e objetivo nessa review, mas não é fácil analisar algo que conheço a pouco tempo.

    O álbum    Rina Sawayama é uma cantora britânica nascida no Japão e seu disco de estreia “SAWAYAMA”, lançado dia 17 de abril, tem chamado a atenção de muita gente. Eu não tinha escutado nenhum trabalho da Rina antes desse disco, confesso que fui totalmente pego de surpresa pela compositora. Tentarei ser curto e objetivo nessa review, mas não é fácil analisar algo que conheço a pouco tempo.

    O álbum começa meio agressivo e forte, já deixando o aviso de que não será uma estreia qualquer. Trilhando por vários estilos e influências, o seu fim deixa uma certa curiosidade de como seria se continuasse por mais algumas faixas, criando uma enorme expectativa para o seu sucessor.
    “SAWAYAMA” reúne aspectos pessoais da vida de Rina passando por sua infância, adolescência e as novas experiências da fase adulta. A cultura japonesa, família, amizades e relacionamentos amorosos são referenciados ao decorrer das canções, fazendo jus ao nome do disco. Rina se mostrou uma maravilhosa compositora, ao lado de Coco Morier, Bram Inscore, Lauren Aquilina e outros. O que mais me deixou impressionado foi a junção dos gêneros músicas perfeitamente trabalhados, a força do rock de início mesclando com o dance-pop característico e as pinceladas do R&B e synth-pop geraram uma incrível coesão sonora. Clarence Clarity é o grande produtor a frente do processo de criação, juntamente com a própria Rina e Kyle Shearer, Danny L Harle também aparece creditado em uma das faixas.

    Finalmente consigo entender o por que Rina Sawayama conquista várias pessoas ao redor do mundo. Abrindo seu coração com o disco de estreia, a artista se destaca perante o público e a crítica, fazendo um dos debuts mais aclamados até o momento desse ano. Ela também traz vertentes de um novo cenário da música pop no mundo, se unindo com vários outros artistas e afirmando que a música se modifica sim, mas não perde a qualidade que é tão discutida e comparada com as décadas passadas. Por fim, “SAWAYAMA” é aclamado por mim como uma das melhores estreias dos últimos tempos e, provavelmente, um dos melhores álbuns do ano de 2020.

    Anty.    … Expand
  69. Beano_
    May 26, 2020
    9
    This albums is incredible in every way. The vocals are beautiful, the production fits the songs perfectly, and the lyrics are amazing as well. Although, I don't think she'll ever top RINA.
  70. allmirrors
    Apr 23, 2020
    9
    rina didn't come to play. she's innovative, unique, smart, talented, she is the moment. sawayama aoty
  71. almightyfranz
    Apr 17, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. My asian queen did THAT! AKSAKAKSKAKAKAKAAKAKAKAKAKAKAKAKA
    ALBUM OF THE YEAR    … Expand
  72. andyn823
    Jun 17, 2020
    9
    Honestly, I really love the production of the album and I love her insane vocal, it is something new that I have never heard before. I also love how she brings a lot of her Japanese culture and music style to this album. And I always love Japanese music, so this album is clearly my cup of tea. Full of bops inside this album. Rina could be the supreme pop singer.
  73. Alefcastro
    Apr 18, 2020
    9
    Esse álbum é maravilhoso! Uma mistura de gêneros musicais perfeito. Não dá vontade de passar nenhuma música. Já é um dos meus favoritos.
  74. LukeyC
    Apr 18, 2020
    9
    The Genre-exploration at the start of this album is truly surprising and wonderful in how successful the attempts were.
  75. zvchs
    Apr 18, 2020
    9
    A very strong debut pop record reminiscent of many r&b pop songs of the past couple decades and many outlying genres, such as nu-metal and disco, that are sewn flawlessly in the record through the amazing production (thank you Clarence Clarity). This album is a step in a new direction for Rina herself, as many of the songs featured on the record differ from her past works, however, theA very strong debut pop record reminiscent of many r&b pop songs of the past couple decades and many outlying genres, such as nu-metal and disco, that are sewn flawlessly in the record through the amazing production (thank you Clarence Clarity). This album is a step in a new direction for Rina herself, as many of the songs featured on the record differ from her past works, however, the songs on this album really hold through.… Expand
  76. VitorMussi
    Apr 20, 2020
    9
    O álbum debut de Rina é incrível, acredito que inclui várias músicas inovadoras e com ritmos interessantes, enquanto outras são bem entendiantes, em geral, um bom álbum.
  77. Ecstasydragon
    Apr 30, 2020
    9
    Really love this album. It gives me Night Time, My Time vibes. It’s really so well produced and XS and Comme Des Garçon are amazing
  78. AlexisCeh
    Jul 6, 2020
    9
    Qué buen álbum ! Fresco y diferente al resto de lo qué hay en el mercado actualmente.
  79. gracerosew
    Jun 22, 2020
    9
    This is one of the most narratively and musically cohesive works of the last decade. Sawayama's vocals, the dynamic production and the coherent mixture of genre throughout, solidify her as one to watch. An exceptional debut album.
  80. jademorais
    Jul 16, 2020
    9
    How lyrically deep the album is she discussed self love, friendship, family, self identity, culture, climate change, capitalism, and micro aggressions all in one album
  81. lukasmessi
    Jul 24, 2020
    9
    Conheci recentemente seu trabalho, admirei desde já seu estilo, é uma cantora que tem identidade.
    Gostei muito do que ela mostrou no álbum, de colocar vários gêneros.

    Enquanto eu escutava as músicas, só foi me cativando cada vez mais a escutar, uma música melhor que a outra, mas coloco em destaque Akasaka sad. Um dos melhores albuns que eu escutei no ano!!!
  82. raquek
    Jul 28, 2020
    9
    Amo a voz, amo como ela explorou várias coisas diferentes no álbum e ele não perdeu o fio da meada. Pop coeso, e eu achei incrível
  83. marco641
    Aug 1, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Rina Sawayama is so fresh, her music is so stylish and new, she has been able to create a great mixture of pop and nu metal, together with some disco vibes. Best tracks according to me: XS, STFU!, Bad Friend, Akasaka Sad, Dynasty and Comme Des Garçons (Like The Boys)… Expand
  84. musicreviewsbyj
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    She took a lot of inspiration from 2000s music and made an album out of nostalgia. One of the best albums that came out this year.

    TOP PICKS: Comme Des Garçons (Like The Boys); Bad Friend; and Who's Gonna Save U Now?
  85. potasioxd
    Aug 29, 2020
    9
    es buenísimo, todas las canciones son buenísimas y es una buena mezcla de géneros, sinceramente no sé qué decir. mis canciones favoritas son dynasty, xs, akasaka sad y who's gonna save u now?
  86. Coolguymike
    Dec 25, 2020
    9
    Sawayama is Rina Sawayama's self titled debut studio album, and oh boy, it rocks the socks off of you. With tracks such as XS, Dynasty, Comme des Garcons, and Paradisn', there is a lot to look forward to.
  87. Csuanr
    Jan 8, 2021
    9
    Mejor descubrimiento de 2020. Sonidos nuevos y exóticos, con ganas de ver mas
  88. Wanesta
    Feb 2, 2022
    9
    On "Chosen Family", Rina Sawayama ponders where she belongs. It's easy; in the Rock N' Roll Hall of Fame. Not only is her debut studio album grandiose, but it's also brutally fresh. It sounds like nothing before, a blend of everything at once ever so deliciously cooked by Rina. Yes, it can be somewhat daunting at times and amateur-ish, it's simply because she's preparing the blueprint forOn "Chosen Family", Rina Sawayama ponders where she belongs. It's easy; in the Rock N' Roll Hall of Fame. Not only is her debut studio album grandiose, but it's also brutally fresh. It sounds like nothing before, a blend of everything at once ever so deliciously cooked by Rina. Yes, it can be somewhat daunting at times and amateur-ish, it's simply because she's preparing the blueprint for the next level of music and it seems not everyone has caught up to it yet.… Expand
  89. jackhaj
    Jul 17, 2022
    9
    9/10 - SAWAYAMA is almost a flawless album. There are so many strong songs that blend genres and defy the rules of music. Rina’s experimentation shows in this album and it absolutely worked in her favor. I will say even though the songs are so good, I just cannot listen to them multiple times in a row. That is my only complaint: that I cannot abuse the album. This may come to benefit me in9/10 - SAWAYAMA is almost a flawless album. There are so many strong songs that blend genres and defy the rules of music. Rina’s experimentation shows in this album and it absolutely worked in her favor. I will say even though the songs are so good, I just cannot listen to them multiple times in a row. That is my only complaint: that I cannot abuse the album. This may come to benefit me in the future because I can forever cherish it. Akasaka Sad, XS, We Out Here, STFU!, Bees & Honey, Dynasty, and Snakeskin are massive smash bops but I simply couldn’t put them on repeat. Still, the project is decade-defining.… Expand
  90. oNewYorker
    Sep 16, 2022
    9
    A mix of many genres, I never thought could ever be good together! I just love this album, a wonderful song for the opener too! One of the best albums of 2020, in my opinion.

    There are some skips in the album, but other than that, great album!
  91. RayIF
    Sep 15, 2022
    9
    A thrilling adventure through genres and production styles that also explores personal stories of pain and loss while also keeping the catchiness of pop music. The only drawback in my mind is the lack of progression in some songs, making them stale to listen to more than a few times.
  92. leogarcia132002
    Mar 15, 2023
    9
    An almost perfect album, so neat and dance. Rina approaches and exceeds Grimes-like productions for example, but I think Rina made a true cult album.
  93. owenrw89
    Oct 21, 2020
    8
    As a 31 year old, hearing anything 00's esc is fun for me. To hear a 2020 album that includes so many 00's references and sounds was something I didn't realise I needed in my life. Whilst personally I don't love every single track, I must say I adore the majority. It feels original, but still wonderful reminder of 00's greatness!
  94. kman5473
    Aug 3, 2021
    8
    It's an 8.4 album, but had to round down.

    For an album branded as, "Pop," this one really has all the fixins and still manages to be substantial and satisfying beyond it's mainstream appeal. It has everything to do with the fact that Rina Sawayama paints her debut using all the genre conventions in music she likes most, not just, "what sounds like pop." The result is a post-modern pop    It's an 8.4 album, but had to round down.

    For an album branded as, "Pop," this one really has all the fixins and still manages to be substantial and satisfying beyond it's mainstream appeal. It has everything to do with the fact that Rina Sawayama paints her debut using all the genre conventions in music she likes most, not just, "what sounds like pop." The result is a post-modern pop masterpiece that never leaves a dull beat. It's exciting, vibrant, colorful, and new from start to finish. It is sincere, smart, satirical at moments, but ultimately fun and heart-felt. I pray for much more genre experimentation in the future, because it would be so easy for Rina and her team to direct the sails towards what analytics say their audience wants vs. making the album they need to make and telling the stories they need to tell. Keep challenging your audience, Rina!!    … Expand
  95. vitortfv
    Dec 3, 2020
    8
    Rina mixes different musical genres, without sound confusing. Really a masterpiece and one of the best, if not the best album of 2020.
  96. Dragunty
    Aug 28, 2020
    8
    great album i love it, its one of the most surprises aartist on this year love
  97. Joel_Freecheck
    May 29, 2020
    8
    "XS" is a song few artists can pull off. Genre-blending and wonderfully exuberent, Rina establishes her presence in 2020 pop right off the bat. SAWAYAMA is a brilliant debut that would be perfect aside from some filler near the end.
  98. PretentiousGeek
    Apr 17, 2020
    8
    This album is kinda funny because the experimentation finds itself in forms both seamless and clunky almost side by side. Futurist New Jack Swing? Yes please. Futurist alt-rock / metal nonsense? Sleigh Bells this ain't. Regardless, her writing is generally never the problem (Chosen Family is a little cheesy but it's totally stylistic), sometimes her delivery and the production thatThis album is kinda funny because the experimentation finds itself in forms both seamless and clunky almost side by side. Futurist New Jack Swing? Yes please. Futurist alt-rock / metal nonsense? Sleigh Bells this ain't. Regardless, her writing is generally never the problem (Chosen Family is a little cheesy but it's totally stylistic), sometimes her delivery and the production that surrounds it is the issue here.

    That sounds kinda negative so far, but this IS an 8. The good here is so damn good. One of the best pop albums of the year even if it sometimes misses.

    Favourite tracks: Bad Friend, XS, Love Me 4 Me
    Least favourite: STFU!    … Expand
  99. rykketid
    Apr 17, 2020
    8
    SAWAYAMA is a quintessential pop album. very messy and out of control, constantly blowing up genre as it desperately pleads to say something about the artist. very vulnerable and heartfelt and also compulsively listenable.
  100. petrichor1975
    Jun 3, 2021
    8
    Rina Sawayama's debut album is a dazzling exhibition of her personality and how fearless music can be. From the nu-metal pop combo, "xS", to the strutting dance-pop of "Comme Des Garcons", "SAWAYAMA" is the start of an amazing career.
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Universal acclaim - based on 14 Critic Reviews

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  1. AllMusic
    May 19, 2020
    80
    On this stunning debut, Sawayama captures Dua Lipa's future nostalgia and Poppy's metal-meets-pop savvy, rightfully making it her own with more depth, bigger thrills, and a limitless palette.
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  2. Consequence
    May 4, 2020
    91
    SAWAYAMA appears poised to be one of the best pop albums of the year and sets Sawayama up as a pop force to be reckoned with.
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  3. Under The Radar
    Apr 30, 2020
    75
    The album is a complicated picture of Swayama’s past, present, and future. It is rare to see a debut album with such a fully realized voice and vision behind it. What’s more, she exorcises her personal demons amid some of the year’s best dancefloor-filling pop.
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