Smile
by Katy Perry
  • Record Label: Capitol
  • Release Date: Aug 28, 2020
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8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 11514 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 1,769 out of 11514
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  1. agenthank
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    THIS IS KATY'S BEST ALBUM PERIOD. After all her struggles during the Witness era, the queen of pop has returned. Standout songs in the album include Not the End of the World, Teary Eyes, Tucked, Cry About It Later, Daisies and of course, the pop perfection, Never Really Over. This album is full of empowerment and joy, instantly making a listener smile, which coincides perfectly with theTHIS IS KATY'S BEST ALBUM PERIOD. After all her struggles during the Witness era, the queen of pop has returned. Standout songs in the album include Not the End of the World, Teary Eyes, Tucked, Cry About It Later, Daisies and of course, the pop perfection, Never Really Over. This album is full of empowerment and joy, instantly making a listener smile, which coincides perfectly with the album title. Congratulations Katy, SMILE is perfection.… Expand
  2. pedxrocarvalho
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    One of her best records so far, the lyrics are amazing and the production it's almost impeccable, songs such as Cry About it Later, Tucked, Not The End of The World and Teary Eyes brings joy, fun and excitement to you while listening
  3. Luc2001
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Tem conceito, paixão e talento. Uma artistas fantástica que sempre conquistara o público com suas letras autorais… Expand
  4. Ivan172
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Smile is without a doubt one of Katy Perry’s best album. I do not understand why there’s so much hate between fandom. We should respect each other’s work and with happy with it.
  5. flaycampos
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Da faixa 1 a faixa 12(última do álbum) eu não pude parar de ficar arrepiada e querer cantar todas as músicas com a Katy. Essa mulher é uma artista perfeita.
  6. samuelo
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I love so much this álbum, she saved 2020. Pop bible :)))))))))))))))))))))))))))))
  7. Maryland96
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This álbum is the best of Katy, wonderful, lovely, i love it so much, go Katy you are the best!… Expand
  8. daisyxcardigan
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy discovers herself after the trying times in her life, this album is the way she tells us about that
  9. Gabiecanela
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It's one of the best álbuns I've ever heard!!! The lyrics are so deep, meaningful and beautiful. And the beats are so dope, they are really amazing.
  10. Yonathantorres
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Fantastic album. Congratulations Katy. I can't stop listening the album. I loved
  11. jetcapacite
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry is back! Totally different sound nowadays, refreshing and uplifting. A must played no skip album.
  12. thatluismiguel
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    She still bringing us her happiness even in her darkness moment. What about being professional and make real critics as a real critic? They are making comparisons between other artists and they are not taking serious the work that Perry made. Smile is a real journey between accepting yourself and finding the things that really make us happy and stronger. But the truth about this website isShe still bringing us her happiness even in her darkness moment. What about being professional and make real critics as a real critic? They are making comparisons between other artists and they are not taking serious the work that Perry made. Smile is a real journey between accepting yourself and finding the things that really make us happy and stronger. But the truth about this website is that they are putting their subjective opinions here, and saying that she is not doing her job as Gaga or Swift. All we know is that Katy is always real to herself and don't need the approval. Some of her best boops in this record, she really made it.… Expand
  13. Yozman29
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Gracias por siempre complacernos y darnos lo mejor de ti, este nuevo album es una verdadera obra de arte. Al final sacaste tu mejor sonrisa.
  14. gu015
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    i don't know where all those hates come from... It's a great pop album, it's something we need right now, to help us forget the craziness that is going on in this world, even just for 36 min 42 sec.
  15. Joelgzz
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing album, is te most beautiful I love tou katy, you’re work is amazing i loveit
  16. JuanDan2002
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is actually a very good New-synth-pop. Katy Parry is still a important reference to this genre. The top points of this album (besides the singles) are cry about it later and champagne problems. But Not the End of the World is another level of greatness
  17. KariAvila
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Reflects her glow up as a person, “what makes a woman” is very personal and so strong message empowering woman
  18. towen094
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is wonderful. Katy Perry has gifted us 12 summery, bright, & joyful bops; there are no skips here at all. By far her most cohesive & concise album to date, she proves she can still write smashes there’s a handful of radio-ready bangers. Cry About it Later, Not the End of the World, and Tucked are hits waiting to happen. The pre-release singles all sound even better in theThis album is wonderful. Katy Perry has gifted us 12 summery, bright, & joyful bops; there are no skips here at all. By far her most cohesive & concise album to date, she proves she can still write smashes there’s a handful of radio-ready bangers. Cry About it Later, Not the End of the World, and Tucked are hits waiting to happen. The pre-release singles all sound even better in the context of the album. NRO is the perfect opener and What Makes a Woman is the most beautiful coda to a truly fun pop record that’s more than worth your time. Dare I say it’s her best album?… Expand
  19. Ehz19
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is honestly Katy’s most cohesive work of art and the best album she’s ever released. Songs like Tucked give off that summer vibe from Teenage Dream and songs like Not the end of the world give off that Dark Horse Prism vibe. This album is a mixture of all her previous albums combined and certainly is a step in the right direction in terms of sound for Katy.… Expand
  20. Saulgama
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es maravilloso uno de los mejores! Tiene una cantidad de canciones muy hermosas
  21. Ulixe1
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    pure perfection, it's everything we've ever hoped for from Katy, congratulations!
  22. JacobMotta
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum, del 2020, Perry logró concretar su trabajo a lo largo de sus albumes anteriores.
  23. Charliemtz
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. "Smile es un increible álbum de superación personal, las canciones pueden hacerte llorar y bailar al mismo tiempo"… Expand
  24. lovenlight1989
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It's Katy's best body of work to date! It showcases amazing vocals, astonishing production and deep lyrics.
  25. 000Alex_000
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is what Perry was waiting for, everyone may connect with every track, disco and dance music are her zone, one of the best of her discography.
  26. otxside
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before
  27. Sbosrok
    Aug 28, 2020
    8
    It is remarkable how Katy Perry has been making better music and lyrics over the years. I know that "specialized critics" did not like very much but I feel they have not know about Katy's career, it is not her best album but it definitely a distraction of the horrible current reality.
  28. Jvier
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Me encanta el álbum.. Todas las canciones son joyas... Ademas es uno de sus álbumes en los que siento que Katy esta haciendo lo que realmente quiere en el mejor momento de su vida
  29. SweetBlaine
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Una reivindicación absoluta.
    Sonidos buenos que se acoplan a la situación actual, dando un respiro a todo el que escuche este trabajo.
  30. Migeru13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album has a mix of her early work, something that represents a lot of Katy Perry.
  31. Jonathanv3nces
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The album is just fantástico, has very catchy songs and that cheers up anyone
  32. Josuezare
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Para todos los hispanos, SMILE el 5to trabajo de Katy Perry un álbum que muchos deseaban y crear expectativas altas, sin duda alguna todos los artistas comenten errores pero Katy siempre busca salir de su zona de confort y nos trae música nueva totalmente diferente a todos los sonidos POP que conocemos… Expand
  33. William_perez
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best! Congratulations Katy. I love every song on this album because all the songs convey hope and peace.
  34. AngelRM
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es un excelente album que cuenta con sonidos divertidos que se apegan fielmente al estilo de Katy perry sin repetir conceptos de albums pasados y que es una excelente alternativa para estos tiempos dificiles.
  35. cxt
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is a top tier album. tucked , champagne problems and teary eyes top 3.
  36. AbdaeelTB
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I love Katy Perry, and I loved this very personal album. Without a doubt, he knows how to reinvent himself.
  37. pegundes
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Álbum da carreira! A Katy mostrou a que veio e entregou o melhor álbum de 2020. Perfeito!
  38. Danielad
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Su mejor album, un álbum que te hace bailar y sonreír, no puedo creer lo bueno que es el álbum
  39. EllieM
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best álbum un the world , the Queen is back, she is the best
    Your música is art
  40. RaulGl
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It’s so fresh, every single song makes you feel something and the storyline it’s absolutely spectacular I really enjoyed listening to this album so much I think it’s one of the best albums of this year
  41. abel131289
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum extraordinario, Only Love es extremadamente Arte.
    ATENTAMENTE UN SWIFTIE :)
  42. Cristian001
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Sin duda alguna Smile es uno de los mejores trabajos de Katy, todos nos identificamos con más de una canción de esta joya, felicidades Katy Perry.
  43. DIARIOMUSICNEW
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El nuevo trabajo de Katy Perry realmente es emocionante, esta jugando con sonidos muy eléctricos y su lírica motivadora, ella sabe hacer muy bien su trabajo. SMILE te convierte en un aficionado más de Katy, Buen trabajo Sra. Perry.… Expand
  44. Fernando23
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    El álbum esta increíble. Sonidos muy bailables Me encanta
  45. ronybrizuela97
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum que he escuchado en mi vida Definitivamente me dió la sonrisa que había perdido en esta pandemia
  46. Alexis88
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Me encanto el álbum, no puedo decir cual fue mi canción favorita porque todas están hermosas
  47. Ortega22
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    El álbum es excelente, su mejoramiento en su voz, la calidad de las canciones y el sentido que le da a cada una.
  48. Crystal0118
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album with mixed style, katy use her special voice made all her emotion alive
    I love the content and lyric most, they show confidence and optimism in tough time.
    She is still warm and get progress in her career!    … Expand
  49. alexalbino
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Esse álbum pra mim significou o renascimento, um comeback triunfal. Quem acompanha os trabalhos da Katy Perry conhece bem o padrão de qualidade de suas obras e quanto de si ela coloca em casa verso, em cada canção. É uma fase madura, sentimental e feliz. Minha sensação ao escutar cada música foi de saber que quem canta é uma mulher segura de si, mostrando pro mundo que apesar de tudo valeEsse álbum pra mim significou o renascimento, um comeback triunfal. Quem acompanha os trabalhos da Katy Perry conhece bem o padrão de qualidade de suas obras e quanto de si ela coloca em casa verso, em cada canção. É uma fase madura, sentimental e feliz. Minha sensação ao escutar cada música foi de saber que quem canta é uma mulher segura de si, mostrando pro mundo que apesar de tudo vale a pena continuar sorrindo. Eu to mega orgulhoso dessa fase, esse álbum foi um presente incrível. Deixo aqui minha profecia de que Cry about it later será Hit mundial.… Expand
  50. pedromontemurro
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Tudo que precisávamos pra essa quarentena. Coeso e com aquela vibe que só a Katy consegue trazer. Cry About It Later, Teary Eyes e Tucked são obras de arte.
    Se o objetivo era trazer de volta nossos sorrisos: conseguiu com muito sucesso!
  51. MiguelAngelJ
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Everyone needs to listen this music, is the best album of 2020.

    Finally, I got back the SMILE :)
  52. chansok
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I’ve never listened to Katy before but this album makes me stan her. It’s so good.
  53. yuyichoi
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry is very pure, beautiful and perfect in this era. This album shows the new katy perry who is not only a pop star but a mother. I hope she enjoy and has a lot of fun with her Baby Daisy. Katy has always done a good job and brought us incredible songs. Stop throwing hate at women in the music industry, they work too hard.
  54. Danielzs
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    A really amazing album, katy managed to overcome herself this time, exposed her emotions and narrated the journey of overcoming form, inspiring and with great quality. One of the best albums of the year
  55. JohsonWalter13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The most mature album we have ever gotten from her. What makes a woman, Resilent, Teary Eyes are some of the great songs in the album.
  56. kpkillerqueen
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is all about rising up, it's screaming positivity! These songs inspires, makes us relate. I seriously feel happy for Katy when I listen to these songs, she seems really happy now. She deserves that.

    I can't wait to be in Smile concert! it'll be epic and so so fun!
  57. b0nj0vi
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Like c'mon this is the best album of 2020
    Katy delivers 12 songs which are all bops and unskippable.
  58. Adrianxhale
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Katy,thank you so much for this album. This album is a masterpiece and a pop banger. this album is exactly what we needed this year… Expand
  59. JrBastos
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    We all agree that Smile is the album of the year okay? Katy Perry thank you for this masterpiece, i just can't stop listening!!! You're definetely a queen
  60. Sagitario1550
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    THIS ALBUM IS FIRE. I just love it, is full of bops that will make you want to bust a move (Champagne Problems, Not the end of the world, Cry about it later) and others that are so beautiful and emotional (Resilient, What makes a woman, Only Love)Katy really impreseed me on this album, I definetely recommend you give it a listen.
  61. LMKCSWT
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good job Katy I love this album, is my favorite thank for the art and thanks for always give art for your fans… Expand
  62. AdrianBello
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Sin duda uno de los mejores trabajos de katy perry, es un álbum con muchas canciones pegadizas, buenos ritmos y grandes mensajes... es un gran álbum
  63. Jam729
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    DON'T LISTEN TO THE CRITICS. ONLY LISTEN TO TRUE FAN REVIEWS. The critics are haters of Katy and it shows. Don't listen to biased reviews & listen to it yourself. Like I always do. "Smile" is an amazing album by Katy Perry. There is not one bad song.
  64. Thisisferland
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    From the start Never really I’ve is just a great opener, cuz is a song that we already love, Cry about it later and Teary eyes will make you wanna dance all night long! Daisies & Resilient are so powerful anthems!!! Not the end of the world is the song the year!!! Champagne problems and Tucked are such great bops and Harleys in Hawaii, Only Love & What makes a woman told us three differentFrom the start Never really I’ve is just a great opener, cuz is a song that we already love, Cry about it later and Teary eyes will make you wanna dance all night long! Daisies & Resilient are so powerful anthems!!! Not the end of the world is the song the year!!! Champagne problems and Tucked are such great bops and Harleys in Hawaii, Only Love & What makes a woman told us three different love stories, Orlando, her family and herself! It gave my SMILE back in this time of sadness and uncertainty… Expand
  65. And5645
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es un excelente trabajo, katy perry se esforzó mucho para ofrecernos esto y creo que a todos nos debe gustar
  66. juanpablovp
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is pop perfection, she brought happiness to these dark times we living right now, smile is an album of happiness, where you can dance and level those endorphins up, an album thats tells you everything you’re going through will make you stronger. I love it because of those dark times she had, she came with a bright smile, a bright album and a little baby girl Daisy. KATY **** PERRY
  67. Horant3dx
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esse álbum tem que ser aclamado porque ele mostra muito sobre o que a Katy já passou até aqui e ela merece o mundo… Expand
  68. ladygaga12345
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. loveeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee… Expand
  69. LevineZ
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her best album
    The sound of all his songs is very pleasant and his lyrics are beautiful
  70. gustavochiesa
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Um álbum incrível de uma mulher incrível, cantora, produtora e compositora, a Katy foi muito perspicaz nesse álbum. Como é bom sorrir
  71. sthperfect
    Aug 28, 2020
    7
    Katy made a good album, not the best of her career but guess what? everything she does is just a masterpiece.
  72. Littleminater
    Aug 28, 2020
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sou little monster e gosto de katy, não sei pra que essa rivalidade dos fãs entre as duas. Dando nota verde.… Expand
  73. RoseMitchell
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Smile is the reason to "smile" in quarantine and in the year. This album is so powerful and beautiful. I love it… Expand
  74. romulorafas
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's is beaultif and minimalist. Katy has a good job and this album is new moment. Congratulations, Katy!… Expand
  75. Ridsevite
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An album that deserves more recognition, Katy's drive to improve as an artist is remarkable. She has surpassed herself as an artist, in terms of technique it is her best album. There is a lack of professionalism with the bad reviews from the main media towards the album, all based on favoritism, of which we all already know.… Expand
  76. alice_error404
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    AMAZING! Every single song is perfect, and the way the tracks lead you through her journey to find herself and her smile back is absolutely beautiful!
  77. Vaunmend
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Pero incluso en su forma más dulce, sonríe; sonidos de trabajos anteriores que regresan en este disco y contando una historia en cada canción, tal vez la elección de singles no fueron las mejores, pero el disco tiene potencial Prism/Teenage Dream vocalmente se luce Katy Perry en canciones como Resilent o Daises
    Finalmente el álbum sorprendió por los himnos edificantes que posee y la    Pero incluso en su forma más dulce, sonríe; sonidos de trabajos anteriores que regresan en este disco y contando una historia en cada canción, tal vez la elección de singles no fueron las mejores, pero el disco tiene potencial Prism/Teenage Dream vocalmente se luce Katy Perry en canciones como Resilent o Daises
    Finalmente el álbum sorprendió por los himnos edificantes que posee y la característica firma de Perry    … Expand
  78. the_gratest
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I AM SO SICK OF TOXIC FANDOMS. we had a good score until they ruined it again. i stand for all the powerful women on the industry but now katy is not even having the score she deserves. this site is trash, they should at least delete the detractors critics.
  79. Tranh
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I like it very much. Love smileeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
  80. BrunoOsch
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    So nice to hear, cute and strong music, few ballads and yet so incredible that I can hear it every day
  81. lilly1212000
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It is clearly her best album to date, as it’s her most mature and cohesive body of work. There is not a single bad song! It is really disheartening and disturbing to read the vicious reviews from critics, as they in no way reflect the true quality of the album. I hope people can look beyond silly critic reviews and simply enjoy the wonderful music Katy has gifted us. 10/10 Katy!
  82. Moonlightblue
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Love this is the most incredible album ever I love every song this is it is killing it… Expand
  83. michelle21
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    thank you katy for everything you bought to the world, this album is the best
  84. Folklorestan1
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is possibly Katy Perry’s best. If is full of bops and has some amazing talent and songs
  85. Redhotkatycat7z
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Very good album. Stop sabotaging it I see what your doing stop it. I will chop off your toes if rate it bad
  86. Avelinu
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Álbum da carreira, bíblia do pop, devolveu meu sorriso, Katy Perry rainha do pop
  87. marcos2_edu
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best album released this year and without crying, Katy excels more and more as an artist and as the person she is, she did it in one of the worst moments of her life and deserves all recognition and success.
  88. Igorsoaresbc
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    o album esta perfeito, gostei muito das musicas.
    Parabéns Katty Perry, mesmo grávida conseguiu abrilhantar com suas músicas.
  89. juanjosevl
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    For me her BEST album to date, every song it’s beautiful i hope people like it
  90. Juanca08
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Buen ritmo con letras sobre superación y volver a tener la sonrisa de antes.… Expand
  91. Steph29
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her best one so far, love her, amazing job , little monster back off **** Katy always winning
  92. hoangdang
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    the album is good and emotional. My favourite tracks : Only love, Never really over, Tucked
  93. AliciaJade
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Can't stop listening to this album, it's such a great project from Katy perry. It's so exciting and i can't do anything but praise her more and more, Much love to katy… Expand
  94. alecamri
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Uno de los mejores álbumes del 2020, transmite demasiados sentimientos sumamente positivos ❤
  95. nauflm
    Aug 28, 2020
    8
    best katy album to date. not in the end of the world is my favorite by far and never really over is also a bop
  96. AntDeCarJs
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album is just beautiful, I loved every letter and every sound of it
  97. Manug414
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her best album until the date, she express her self without caring about critics, it’s just her doing what she loves
  98. 1234Maldonado
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The essence of Katy is back, every detail is destined to never forget the rhythm, the mark that Katy leaves on each track is a special touch to be able to enjoy the entire album.
  99. Rubensito055
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Maravilloso como siempre Katy diría que es mejor que Folklore y Chromatica Juntos...... Ya espero para poder comprarlo
  100. Gama1997
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The Katy is bringing a new smash, now with a diferent view of all the bad thing is happening nowadays. Congratulations Katy!
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 18
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 18
  3. Negative: 1 out of 18
  1. AllMusic
    Sep 8, 2020
    60
    Without fleeting moments of bad taste, Perry does indeed sound mature, but she's also not quite as fun. That's a conscious choice, though. Smile is intended to evoke memories of her frivolous younger days while pointing toward a sustainable pop future.
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  2. No Ripcord
    Sep 4, 2020
    50
    While Perry finds the occasional moment of quality here (Smile and Tucked both feel like the best possible music we could get from Katy Perry in 2020), Smile is an album searching for an identity—and when it fails, it falls back on lazy writing.
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  3. PopMatters
    Aug 31, 2020
    60
    Like Joanne before Chromatica, Smile plays like a necessary centering exercise, indulging her insecurities and less surefire instincts. If Witness was overdetermined, Smile is an earnest exhale, for better or for worse. It delivers an image of her journey towards inner peace that is honest (if corny) and catchy (if not exactly inventive).
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