Say Yes!: A Tribute to Elliott Smith
by Various Artists
Metascore
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

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  2. Mixed: 4 out of 7
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  1. Delusions of Adequacy
    Oct 19, 2016
    80
    Whilst it has a few unconcealed flaws here and there, that a tighter trimmer tracklist might have edited-out, Say Yes! is a robust, well-rounded and re-signposting listen; which should reward completionists looking for choice off-cuts from their favourite featured artists, remind us to revisit the original source material and hold-up to plenty of standalone spinning.
  2. AllMusic
    Oct 19, 2016
    70
    As with any compilation, it plays a bit unevenly at times, but overall, Say Yes! is a solid listen born out of great respect for Smith's legacy.
  3. Consequence
    Oct 19, 2016
    67
    If all the covers were as deeply felt as Caroline Says or Julien Baker’s, Say Yes would leap from a covers album to a tried and true tribute, a record that could bring an artist back to life, if only for an hour. If listeners are looking for that, well, then just listen to Elliott Smith’s originals.

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  1. TheFinalWord
    Apr 22, 2019
    10
    I discovered this record before discovering the material it is giving tribute to. "The Ballad of Big Nothing" as covered by Julien Baker isI discovered this record before discovering the material it is giving tribute to. "The Ballad of Big Nothing" as covered by Julien Baker is incredible. "Pictures of Me" covered by Amanda Palmer is so, so good. Then you have Tanya Donelly & J Mascis which are absolutely terrific, as is every other cover on this record. I then began to research the original material. Elliot Smith was brilliant. Hearing his original versions made me appreciate the love that went into this tribute album. I take my hat off to all involved. Well done. Bravo. grade: A… Full Review »