• Record Label: Capitol
  • Release Date: Aug 28, 2020
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  1. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This is absolutly the best album I've ever listened to.
    Katy Perry is flying Good job!
  2. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muito dançante e fantástico fora do esperado mas superando as expectativas. Expand
  3. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    People trying to sabotage her smh she was the best rated album and it’s dropping the haters needa stop their nonsense this is pop perfection
  4. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Cohesive and coherent album. Katy Perry brought her sentimentality in the form of music and I liked it. incredible! Expand
  5. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Love you KATYYYY I WILL alwaysss supportt youu te amo te amo te amo te amo te amo Expand
  6. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I LOVE THE WHOLE ALBUM THANK YOU KATY FOR THIS❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
  7. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Coeso, cumpre a proposta de ser leve e deixar uma calma dentro de nós, mesmo com letras que falam sobre a difícil caminhada de Katy pós witness, o álbum passa a sensação de liberdade e gratidão.
  8. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Álbum da carreira! Com algumas melodias profundas e sonoridades dançantes. Katy Perry realmente sabe fazer música pop. Muito bom e coerente.
  9. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    She blooms all the hapiness we need to face this year with this 12 amazing songs! Im obcessed!
  10. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este álbum está tan bueno Katy se lució, es tan increíble como ella planeaba este álbum mientras tenía depresión y ahora es un álbum tan feliz y positivo, ME ENCANTÓ Expand
  11. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Smile isn’t just an album, its a cultural reset, its the oxygen you breathe, it is a lifestyle, a reason to breathe, an escape from this cruel world filled with thieves. its art, the first gift you open on xmas, a hug from a loved one, everything you’ve ever wanted.
  12. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I'm not Kp fan but this album desrves better, all songs are bops, I love Cry About It later. Amazing job Katy Perry! Expand
  13. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    tudooo gente eu amo demais katy perry rainha do pop entao cala boca
    ai que odio tem que ter mais 75 letras, entso gente muito bom o álbum amei muito sabe, 2 músicas não gostei tanto assim mas de resto perfeitoooo, mamae katy ta de volra e eh isso que importa, serviu demais nas musicas e eh isso
  14. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I consider it to be a tactically rhythmic album, each melody goes according to the lyrics, the lyrics are extremely positive as always Katy Perry does it again, music for the soul and the heart, David Hudson (her brother) says it well in Part of me the movie, she will never have bad intentions, it's just love, an album that takes us back to its beginnings a combination of teenage dream with prism I could dare to say that it has tones from her 4 albums in an exact combination since she has said her lyrics are her own diary and that is what makes her one of the few singers who really connect with her fans. Expand
  15. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Álbum coeso, bem produzido e com excelentes letras! Muito divertido e gostoso de ouvir.
  16. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. honestly, smile is an incredible album, its sound reminds me a lot of the pop that Katy was asked so much to do, with muiscas approaching problems in a relaxed way and a very good sound, Smile is undoubtedly one of Katy's biggest albums. Expand
  17. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    its a great pop album, with chromatica and folklore the best, i love pop girls right now and smile is a peace of pop, sounds good , from the start to the end, i love it so much, thank you katy
  18. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Amé este álbum desde el inicio hasta el final, sinceramente me ha dando una nueva sonrisa, después de toda esta cuarentena.
  19. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An album that has Never Really Over and Teary Eyes ia definitely the album of the year. Expand
  20. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Smile é o melhor álbum pop lançado em 2020! Todas as faixas são excelentes! Todos estão amando o álbum porque ele é perfeito! Foi produzido para mostrar como Katy voltou a sorrir e também para fazer o mundo voltar a sorrir!
  21. Aug 29, 2020
    9
    It's simples, but GOOOOOOOOD!!!! Thanx KATY for the album! It's so amazing listen this woman sing!
  22. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I love this album... álbum of the year. Katy Perry is here... The queen is back
  23. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ te amo Katy muchas felicidades por tu bebé y por tu increíble album
  24. Aug 31, 2020
    10
    Un excelente álbum de principio a fin, sin duda alguna se acomoda a las modas pasajeras tratando de darnos lo mejor y siempre con calidad, estamos ante uno de los mejores álbumes de su carrera, nuevo sonido para ella, letras muy personales es fantástico.
  25. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album is something new and so brilliant. The way Katy manage to be the pop queen is surprising and extremely good.
  26. Jan 23, 2021
    10
    O album e ótimo de ouvir no churrasco e até numa festa de aniversário. Não estou forçando mas gostei completamente do album Smile .Katy Perry conseguiu me deixar feliz. Espero que o album deixe outras pessoas felizes tambem. (edit.1) Voltem depois de meses e continuo ouvindo o album , ele e misto , cheio de revelações das suas músicas dançantes , lembrando suas eras passadas. O Smile e umO album e ótimo de ouvir no churrasco e até numa festa de aniversário. Não estou forçando mas gostei completamente do album Smile .Katy Perry conseguiu me deixar feliz. Espero que o album deixe outras pessoas felizes tambem. (edit.1) Voltem depois de meses e continuo ouvindo o album , ele e misto , cheio de revelações das suas músicas dançantes , lembrando suas eras passadas. O Smile e um refresco para ouvir e daqui uns anos vai ser usado para isso mesmo, lazer e conforto. Nessa pandemia(covid19 de 2021) o album deixou as pessoas felizes ,trazendo alegria para quem não tem mais a onde busca-la. Expand
  27. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    this album is one of her best!! she really did that. I think anyone who listen to it will have an amazing experience.
  28. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry entregou um album perfeito, e conseguiu nos fazer sorrir num momento tão ruim como está sendo 2020. Maravilhoso.
  29. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Smile es el mejor álbum que pueda existir tiene las mejores tonadas y en verdad vale la pena escucharlo con atención
  30. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Katy's work on this album was impeccable, put her feelings and made amazing songs
  31. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Very inspiring and amazing album. Without a doubt, everyone should listen to it and enjoy the excellent rhythms and lyrics of each song. ❤️u Katheryn.
  32. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    It's just perfect. Katy voltou para nos mostrar que n liga mais para crítica, ela fez um álbum para ela, sobre ela. Se vc n gostou lamento q vc tenha um péssimo gosto, que prefere rap em vez de pop
  33. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album is really good this is like travel to 2010 in the time Katy perry was new in the music, trying to show us a good lirics with good songs of pop
  34. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Coming from a painful place, she has created a world in which every track is a new step towards healing. Starting with a heartbreak and ending with acceptance. Truly, one of the best albums of the year and another jewel in her discography.
  35. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    for me is the best album of the year, so good so happy but also it has a deeper meaning!!!
    Katy gave us again the best of the best, her new album and the 12 are sooo cool
    am so proud of being a KATYCAT
  36. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    AMAZING Amazing. ......................... ........!.!.!.!.!.!..!!.!.!..!!.........!.....!.!!.!.!.!.!..!!.!.!!.!.!.!.!.!.!.!!.!.!.!.!.!.!.!.!.!
  37. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Everything is wrong what the critics have been saying this album is a true form of art its had all the emotions and love which katy have proven to given us there have been some fans which are sabotaging this album I hope first you listen to this album and judge this album is tru form of art which katy has proven to give while being 8 months pregnant
  38. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    A great álbum who makes you smile literally, she deserves more succes, you this ride with katy to get your smile back
  39. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album it's more that hits or N1 like many artist do. This is fut your soul, and heart. This album makes you feel happy, joy, peaceful and IT MAKE YOU SMILE :D
    GREAT job Katy!
  40. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Best album ever. I can't stop listening it. Well done Katy Perry. Thanks 4 giving us so much
  41. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Eu fico muito feliz em ver o quanto katy amadureceu, e também decepcionado pelo tanto de pessoas que não puderam apreciar esse álbum incrível, as musicas são incríveis e dançantes, a estética é impecável, obrigada por tudo katy, agora estou sorrindo
  42. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    So beautifully done. It's one of the best albums released this year. That's a fact. Ready for the visuals!!!
  43. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    It is a very good album because it has variations, there is a bit of everything, there are nostalgic songs but also dance songs so it is very good at
  44. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    as expected, a wonderful album!! one of the best albums of katy!!! love her so much
  45. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Is so beautiful, we needed this. I love it ❤️
    Katy Perry se lució con este nuevo álbum
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  46. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    É um dos melhores trabalhos da Katy, é maduro, é sincero, é divertido, e trata de sentimentos e experiências tão pesados de uma forma tão leve.
    As letras são lindas, tocantes, profundas. Eu me identifiquei muito, cheguei a chorar lendo cada uma, pq eu também ando passando poucas e boas. Obrigado Katy por nos mostrar que ainda há esperança, que um sorriso pode salvar vidas ❤
  47. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    this album is really good.it has thoughts!!!also good produces and voices i dont know A damn reason why there are people who gave negative comments to this album.this is queen babe
  48. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    she really captured the Smile concept with this beautiful record and just as she said: "There it is Katherine".
  49. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    É um álbum que lembra muito do pop antigo mas com tanta novidade e a perfeita voz e composição de Katy
  50. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the album was very good, there was a balance between sad and happy songs, it had a nice mixtures of lyrics, meaningful and fun lyrics to make us feel happy, vocally the album was very good especially with daisies ( both studio and acoustic versions). Harley's in hawaii had a very chill vibe to it and i wished it was om the radio because it would have a made a great summer chilling vibe, cry about it later and not the end of the world are both very good songs. idk how to explain music but i absolutely adore the album. just because there are bad reviews doesnt mean its not good, people didnt bother giving the album a chance to shine. Expand
  51. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    GREAT ALBUM! the storyline that connects all the songs are powerful and hopeful! katy you did amazing!
  52. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Amo este álbum realmente ayudará a muchas personas a volver a creer en si mismos y recuperar esa esencia que se había desvanecido por algún dolor del alma.
  53. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    THIS DEFINITELY SAVED 2020. Thank you, Ms. Katy Perry for this masterpiece. You are a wonderful artist and I'm sorry that people keep paying you dust, sweetie. THIS ALBUM HAS NO SKIPS AND PEOPLE SHOULD STOP SLEEPING ON MISS PERRY. AND THAT'S ON PERIOD.
  54. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    katy once again gave us a brilliant job, in fact she is the boss! accept! aoty has arrived!
  55. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Overall a cohesive, sweet and fresh sounding album. One of her best bodies of work so far.
  56. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This indeed bops as only Katy can deliver as usual. When Katy makes music, you'll know what to expect. She knows the kind of music she likes to share to the world, and she makes it happen every time. Way to go Mom Katy. Congrats on your baby!
  57. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    After the iconic Teenage Dream, Smile is the best Katy Perry's album. Personally, I do not skip any song. All of them are AMAZING. So mature, so cured and so new. It is a new Katy.
  58. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Katy se superou nesse álbum, entregando qualidade absurda, parabéns a Katy Perry, e little vão se foder, vocês querem rivalizar a amizade que temos com eles Expand
  59. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Aí, super amei a vibe do álbum, músicas dançantes que me fazem querer sair cantando por aí haha Expand
  60. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This is, the best album pop of the year. Katy Perry is coming, perfect singa
  61. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I love it! Critics hate if she goes away from her comfirt zone and then hate again if she makes something similar to the old days???? This is becoming personal!!!!! This album was so personal, after she suffered so much she is getting back her smile and having fun, I’m so happy for you Katy, I loved the songs, all of them! Cry about it later, tucked, champagne problems, not the end of theI love it! Critics hate if she goes away from her comfirt zone and then hate again if she makes something similar to the old days???? This is becoming personal!!!!! This album was so personal, after she suffered so much she is getting back her smile and having fun, I’m so happy for you Katy, I loved the songs, all of them! Cry about it later, tucked, champagne problems, not the end of the world, only love and +++ are perfect ♥️♥️ Expand
  62. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    ÁLBUM DO ANO! PURA ARTE! CRÍTICOS DE MERDA, VÃO ESTUDAR! BEIJOS ESTRELADOS
  63. Nov 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es un álbum hermoso y en parte terapéutico, gracias katy por cada letra de este álbum!!! Expand
  64. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Este álbum es grandioso espectacular todas sus canciones son muy buenas y comerciales el mejor álbum del año me encanto.
  65. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Amazing álbum. Álbum incrível, maturidade criativa e desenvolvimento perfeito.
  66. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Em minha humilde opinião, Katy trouxe algo muito além do pop atual, onde mostra algo totalmente intimo e maduro. um dos melhores álbuns de 2020. Incrível trabalho espero que seja reconhecido.
  67. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Me encanta todo el álbum, siempre he apoyado a Katy y jamas dejaré de hacerlo.
  68. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Very good album to awaken such little hope during this year! It was made for people to be happy. Katy Perry always helping. Great songs. And specialized criticism, who is it?
  69. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Album of year Un álbum lleno de claras muestras de pop su mejor trabajo es único lleno de letras motivadoras desde Resilient pasando por Daisies hasta Smile con claras notas de pop bailable que te ponen a bailar sin dudarlo Cry about It Later es un bop sin negarlo Tucked y etc etc el al un solo está lleno de lo mejor para mi personalmente el mejor álbum del año. Expand
  70. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum del 2020, cada canción es genial y merece ser single, sin duda Katy Perry siempre nos da arte.
  71. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Creo que es un álbum muy personal, y creo las mejores canciones están escritas cuando son hechas personalmente. Expand
  72. Aug 29, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Minha nota específica é 8,3; álbum subestimado; ela evoluiu pós-Prism, desde Witness ficou óbvio que critícas maliciosas e risíveis foram propositais. Ressalto sua composição intíma e matura sobre ficar bem consigo, sobretudo, suas linhas criativas e sutís. Vocalmente suave, forte e confessional; Só há falhas nos instrumentais como no meio do disco, mas, nada que impeça audiência de sentir os ares leves, as lágrimas, e o sorriso de Katy. Expand
  73. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Pop perfection. A skip-less album delivering messages of hope, love, and fun. A breath of fresh air during these weird times and a reminder to hold on and step out of the misery.
  74. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    That's an amazing album and with an amazing songs. This sounds like Teenage Dreams
  75. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Es un muy muy buen almbun, cada canción es perfecta y las letras ufff, me encantan
    Superó mucho mis espectativas y es perfecto para escuchar para cuando no te sientes bien pero de igual forma para bailar y escuchar en todo momento
    De igual forma creo que es el mejor álbum que nos ha dado Katy, se nota su creatividad y esfuerzo en cada segundo de cada canción y es totalmente arte Sin
    Es un muy muy buen almbun, cada canción es perfecta y las letras ufff, me encantan
    Superó mucho mis espectativas y es perfecto para escuchar para cuando no te sientes bien pero de igual forma para bailar y escuchar en todo momento
    De igual forma creo que es el mejor álbum que nos ha dado Katy, se nota su creatividad y esfuerzo en cada segundo de cada canción y es totalmente arte
    Sin dudarlo puedo decir que es mi álbum favorito ya que no hay ni una sola canción que no me guste
    Las canciones dicen Katy por todos lados, es ella siendo ella pero mucho más madura, superando a la Katy de años atras, es como a inicios de primavera, hay sol y puedes salir a divertirte pero de vez en cuando hace un poco de frío y puedes quedarte en casa con un chocolate
    No es lo mismo que nos ha traído anteriormente, apesar de que como dije se nota su presencia, es totalmente diferente
    Execelente álbum que ni siquiera puedo describir que tan perfecto es y que tan bien me siento escuchando esta joya.
    Espero lo mejor para esta reyna
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  76. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    With a fun concept I expected shallow depth in the music but Katy explains a journey of love heartbreak and rising above it all .All together with dance tracks with a message .
  77. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Katy gave us the best of pop, it's the best album surpassing Prism, all the songs are incredible and convey good messages in addition to being dance, thanks for that Katy
  78. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    ¡Suena muy fresco! Más que nada Teary Eyes, Cry About It Later y Tucked. No estaría seguro de si es su mejor álbum, pero si que lo pelea, muy buen trabajo Katy.
  79. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Album leve e feito com muito amor, ameiiii
    Mostrando que a Katy tem várias faces!
  80. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    very inspiring, it helps you if you are having a bad time it will definitely make you smile
  81. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Her best album
    the only problem i've got with its that its to short
    It’s time to allow Katy Perry to be exactly who she wants to be, and stop trying to force her to be a version of her old self or an unattainable figure of what people expect her to be.
  82. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    She's amazing and she did it again. One of the best albums of the year so far
  83. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the comeback we all deserve, from the previous album who did nothing but serve as a wake up call to everyone, now we are back at track with this Expand
  84. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Smile finalmente sacó a katy de lo más obscuro, y muchos ne nosotros necesitamos este álbum para salir con ella, realmente lo hizo bien, las letras son pegajosas, al igual que los sonidos, aun siguiendo con el toque de katy, los significados de las canciones son perfectas y hermosas. amo
  85. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Essa não é a velha Katy Perry, é uma Katy Perry mais madura, que concebeu a arte enquanto tentava se curar de uma depressão, que venceu a depressão e canta sobre querer de volta seu sorriso. É lindo como antes de Daisies temos um álbum menos denso mas ainda sim poético, e depois de Daisies temos o álbum mais profundo realmente com esse gol de autoajuda pop, harleys in Hawaii pode ser um oásis nesse deserto das reflexões, mas depois dele retomamos com mais força ainda a cura de nossas feridas, whats makes a woman é uma linda reflexão do que é ser mulher ♥️ Expand
  86. Aug 29, 2020
    9
    Incredible album filled with heartfelt lyrics over uptempo instrumentals, showcasing Katy’s phenomenal songwriting and vocals alongside some of her best production. The album takes you on a journey and tells a story about resilience and triumph through hardships and adversity.
  87. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I cannot say this is the album of the year. But this Artist is giving everyone what they wanted. She's developing right her music. What a great singer.
  88. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Album of the year. And also, the best of her career so far. So proud to be a katycat since 2008 when One of the boys came out, it's amazing to see her grow as an artist and as a person.
  89. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An amazing and excellent album, so strong and so true, you can literally fell what message she wants to say. Definitely one of the greatest albums of the year. Expand
  90. Aug 30, 2020
    10
    I feel tingles in my heart, these songs touches to the depths of my soul, make me wanna dance and scream “I LOVE MYSELF”.
  91. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I love Smile, It’s PRISM with Teenage Dream. Katy deserve More. She is amazing popstar. Thank you kp!
  92. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    this album is so diverse, everyone get one favourite out from it, some has the bubble gum pop feeling from her previous masterpiece, this is a renaissance album of Katy, a fusion of Witness, Prism and TD
  93. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    O álbum trouxe uma perspectiva única da personalidade da Katy. O álbum explorou diversas sonoridades, levando conforto ao ouvinte do início ao fim, sem pular nenhuma faixa. Diferente do que os críticos falam sobre lançar esse álbum durante a pandemia, Perry trouxe a sua essência para um mundo sombrio, e que podemos passar por momentos difíceis, mas no fim podemos encontrar nossa própriaO álbum trouxe uma perspectiva única da personalidade da Katy. O álbum explorou diversas sonoridades, levando conforto ao ouvinte do início ao fim, sem pular nenhuma faixa. Diferente do que os críticos falam sobre lançar esse álbum durante a pandemia, Perry trouxe a sua essência para um mundo sombrio, e que podemos passar por momentos difíceis, mas no fim podemos encontrar nossa própria luz. Expand
  94. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Katy did what she knows best: making dance music with powerful messages, catchy and smart lyrics. So glad that she left behind everything bad from her past era and got that smile back. Everything we need in this quarantine, and as a fan of pop music i'm so satisfied.
  95. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    mamãe fez tudo que os fãs queriam e não vai ter boicote q vai mudar isso
  96. Aug 29, 2020
    8
    After a not very good album, Katy Perry this time delivers really worth hearing a lot, highlighting Only Love
  97. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Loved it. Katy gave us her best on this album, I feel that I can know exactly what she was going through when she wrote the lyrics. So much incredible, thank you Katy Perry for always being faithful to your feelings
  98. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The Best Pop Album of 2020!!! The beats, the Lyrics, the Vocals, all of that is Great
  99. Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album is about to be happy when you are living your worst times.
    It has a good vibes for everyone.
  100. Itt
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum del año todas canciones una mejor que la otra Katy Perry reina del pop
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 18 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 18
  2. Negative: 1 out of 18
  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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).