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

Universal acclaim- based on 11514 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 291 out of 11514
  3. Negative: 1,769 out of 11514
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  1. sayyora
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Obviously, its her best record. I have only one critic: why katy still doesnt release cry about it later as single?
  2. DannaRana
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es uno de los mejores álbumes del 2020, es increíble escuchar que las canciones tan llenas de esperanza y amor, no necesita ser comprado con ningún otro álbum por qué este es único.… Expand
  3. luisenrique_lg
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Smile se convierte en el mejor disco de Katy. Los sonidos son diferentes a los anteriores. Felicidades Katy
  4. Javierguzmanval
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I listened this album and I felt me like if I were in another world, this is definitely a masterpiece.
  5. LucasFerraz
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Obra de arte os críticos de merd@ que lutem , muito bem produzido, vocais perfeitos, tudo como eu queria, estou viciada
  6. ayrtonhiago
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    O Brasil te ama obrigado por esse álbum maravilhoso, as melhores críticas devem vir de seus fãs a indústria é passível ao erro, você é incrível Thanks lov u
  7. jhosepdecont
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    SMILEEEEE! Es un gran álbum, provoca bailar.. danzar y obviamente RECUPERAR TU SONRISA Grande eres Katy Perry, gracias.
  8. Teusbernardes
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Katy Perry trouxe uma incrível sonoridade nesse álbum. Arrepiando e fazendo nos rirmos como verdadeiros palhaços.… Expand
  9. Ronaldfitrah
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece Masterpiece… Expand
  10. Mauricioklein
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Sin duda es su mejor álbum, la mezcla de sonidos es hermosa al igual que las letras y las historias en ellas.
  11. Agustin97
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Best pop album of 2020, all songs are timeless / incredible bops and she's got her smile back
  12. raodun
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry consegue lhe transportar para outra dimensão através desee álbum, com músicas dançantes que lhe fazem se sentir bem e aconchegado
  13. NikooF
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing and I think it's the best of katy.
    It's encouraging and motivating us to be happy.
  14. Joshuameza
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is a jewel, one of the few jewels that you can find in this last decade of music, each song has a life of its own and makes you fall in love with the story that sadly some people (including myself) have gone through but at the end of the road we can always find our own smile and laugh with a couple of champagne glasses so what cry about it later tonight I'm havin fun.
    -josh meza
  15. Ariclown
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    this album is one of the best of this **** 2020 although the true "critics" do not know how to appreciate the art that is SMILE we Katycats yes long live Queen Katy
  16. emelo
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her best album so far! She deserves more and she's a legend of this industry, you cannot just ignore her... This album has songs like “Harleys In Hawaii”, “Never Really Over”, “Not The End Of The World”, “What Makes a Woman” and the best one: “Only Love”. She talks about sadness and problems without being melancholic, but trying to see through the good side of stuff. Just loved the way sheHer best album so far! She deserves more and she's a legend of this industry, you cannot just ignore her... This album has songs like “Harleys In Hawaii”, “Never Really Over”, “Not The End Of The World”, “What Makes a Woman” and the best one: “Only Love”. She talks about sadness and problems without being melancholic, but trying to see through the good side of stuff. Just loved the way she does it. It deserves a 10!… Expand
  17. Lizzt
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I love you with all of my heart ♥ Thanks for giving us this amazing album. You'll always be the best for me
  18. LuisEnrique2
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este álbum es perfección pop y eso sólo lo sabe hacer katy perry.
    Ella sabe hacer música POP, es una mezcla de sonidos que sólo sabe hacer ella, nadie más.    … Expand
  19. dialbyOfficial
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. with just the opening song of "never really over" you know it's already one of the best albums in the industry, we love you katy hudson… Expand
  20. smilexkaty
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best pop album,the AOTY has arrived ! Katy puts her heard,sould and body the music,tucked is my favorite track,the disco rythmn makes the lisnter dance all song
  21. estebamirez
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is the best album from Katy Perry so far, all the tracks are pop perfection, it has no skips, and deserves all, and so much more of what the "professional critics" are giving her.
  22. Isabellais
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Beautiful álbum, great songs, Katy Perry is a bigest singer, SHE IS BACK, yasssssss Queen… Expand
  23. Raquel20
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. E ela mas uma vez ela me surpreende, que álbum incrível Katy, obrigada por me fazer sorrir!… Expand
  24. partofmanic
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I have been a fan of Katy for over 10 years and I can assure you this album is everything I was waiting for. It's a shame she keeps getting bad reviews when she's one of the biggest pop artists of our times and she just delivered a pop perfection. An album without any bad songs. It was written from the bottom of her heart, it is authentic and is about real personal growth. LET'S STREAM SMILE
  25. Samuel567
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It really is the best album of her career, she got her smile and it didn't help ours
  26. andres122341
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    its Katy's best album, love that she got her smile back! love everything about this amazing album
  27. Miguelalfo
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    She gave us our SMILE back! Such a masterpiece and evolution as an artist!!
  28. pedroisnard1
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A Really groovy and strong Pop, really well produced. Cry About It Later, Teary Eyes and Tucked should get #1… Expand
  29. whenrque
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece masterpiece
  30. rmfonteles
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry captured the essence of all her albums and put it in "Smile", turning it into something completely new but still very Katy Perry. Just like "Teenage Dream", "Smile" will be an era that will mark and will continue to be remembered even a decade from now.
  31. Srijan_P
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The album is Perry's most cohesive work to date. It follows her journey to find her Smile and the narrative is strongly conveyed through the 4 mini-chapters of the album. The production on the album is flawless and the lyrics are some of Perry's best.
  32. Lucas159
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is Khateryn!, um dos albuns mais lindos e líricos que já ouvi. A evolução vocal da katy está perfeita.
  33. anderlisboa
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um álbum que você vê o desempenho dela, a cada música que toca, você sente uma vontade enorme de dançar, cantar, pular e assim vai! Katy Perry, nunca me decepcionou!… Expand
  34. Artu6ro
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    El disco que ha ha o felices a muchos en la cuarentena, trayendo sonidos frescos y una temática de circo qué promete
    Canciones como cry about it later y tucked demuestran qué Katy aun tiene mucho que dar.
  35. letibristot
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Cry about it later, tucked, only love and teary eyes are my favorites. I love it.
  36. KPTRENDS
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. JOYA! Este año es por mucho Lo mejor del año!

    Pop agradable con letras hermosas y ritmos bailable.    … Expand
  37. furlerfr
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Iconic album chile queen of pop who's doing it like ha, a queen the goat a legend. Your faves could nevah!!!
  38. Wellwell
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry got back her smile in style. With lively and powerful songs. She is amazing, creative and one of the greatest artists of all time.
  39. Jacksmith27
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Smile is currently her most cohesive album and eventually songs are so good that it’s hard to pick favourite. The opening track and ending track is perfectly picked. The album is about finding her smile again, and at the end she said “there it is katheryn” which implies that she found her happiness again.… Expand
  40. Carlosgalmiche
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Resiste, amorsa, positiva y sonriente. Smile es el típico album que abraza tu corazón cuando sientes estar al borde de lo negativo.
  41. Villan
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Melhor álbum mdsss, essa mulher é tudo. Com certeza colocou um sorriso no meu rosto, obrigada Katy Perry
  42. vinoj_moh
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Wow, pure perfection, such a happy, refreshing album. Welcome back and Well done Katy!
  43. Imanolpardo
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es un gran álbum, muy diferente a lo que Katy nos tenía acostumbrados, we have to stan
  44. ikhmalalala
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. it was so good because i cant even choose my least favourite song on the album !!!… Expand
  45. LarissaMCosta
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best álbum, o melhor álbum da katy de todos os tempos!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  46. Julyyuan2020
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I have so much love in this album, the lightness and hope also makes me find my smile again.
    and Cry About It Later is my spotlight .
  47. thebaddesT_
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry's Smile is definitely and album worth listening too, and is one of her best works yet
  48. AndyRamirez
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is perfect! Each song tells a story, transmits that feeling of resilience, of overcoming and power. Catchy melodies inspired by the 80's and 90's. Art in its entirety… Expand
  49. HeyItz3nder
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry’s Smile is a pure masterpiece. It is truly a pop experience and it’s very difficult to dislike any of the songs on it. Most of the songs are upbeat and the album radiates club energy, it is similar to Prism. It gives off 80s vibes at some points and the production is just all around phenomenal. You can really see her growth as an artist vocally and lyrically. 10/10 she’s outdoneKaty Perry’s Smile is a pure masterpiece. It is truly a pop experience and it’s very difficult to dislike any of the songs on it. Most of the songs are upbeat and the album radiates club energy, it is similar to Prism. It gives off 80s vibes at some points and the production is just all around phenomenal. You can really see her growth as an artist vocally and lyrically. 10/10 she’s outdone herself once more. A lot of critics are bashing it and comparing her to other artists in their reviews, something they don’t do to other artists. They seem to be voicing their opinions on Katy Perry more than the album, don’t be influenced by that. Give it a listen!… Expand
  50. PedroReal
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Smile is the album of the year, Katy Perry returns with great Hits From Never Really Over to What Makes a Woman. It was worth the wait, Katy regained her smile. It is his best album, I love it. Greetings from Guatemala.
  51. Sainturbe
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    O álbum proporciona uma experiência de reviver os antigos trabalhos de Katy, sem perder a coesão.
  52. Fer123nando
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Excelente álbum! Vayamos a hacer Stream❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️… Expand
  53. Sebs23
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum con buenos temas que merecen ser singles, tucked y teary reyes son lo máximo.
  54. matheuzmalik
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    ÁLBUM IMPECÁVEL. PERFEITO. 10/10. OBRIGADO POR ISSO, KATY PERRY. EU AMEI MUITO. INCRÍVELLLLLLLL!!!!!!!!!
  55. rhyanrosaa
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    UM ÁLBUM TOTALMENTE PESSOAL, UMA FAROFA GOSTOSA COMO ELA SEMPRE FEZ, TUDO QUE POP PRECISAVA ATUALMENTE, FINALMENTE ALGUMA COISA DIFERENTE DOS ÚLTIMOS 300 LANÇAMENTOS DE TODOS OS ARTISTAS, NO FIM 2020 FOI SALVO!
  56. supersonnic19
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    it's been a while since I heard Katy's music and feel that connection again, all started with Never Really Over, and from there all was a rollercoaster of emotions. I think this could be her best album.
  57. 0marv6
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The album is so good. It has no skips and every song could be a single. It's Katy's best album.
  58. katyperryflop13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    We all got crowns I love Katy this album is everything I wanted ✨❤️
  59. Juanitomusic
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing album! Every song us a bop. This is definitely Katy's best album definitely. From the openern"Never Really Over" to the dance floor banger "cry about it later" and "not the end of the world" to the soul touching "only love". Katy proves that she is one of the best pop artist that uses her strenth to make music
  60. KATYCATMADI
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    it's so good! No skips! Not the end of the world, teary eyes and cry about it later are my top 3!
  61. crisdan01
    Aug 31, 2020
    10
    Smile me hizo llorar, bailar y sentirme agradecido con seguir vivo, viene de manera poderosa y finaliza tan sublimemente, que es imposible no querer repetirlo, me encanta.
  62. IvanAle
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album makes you feel many emotions, it is perfect if you are sad. she's really back
  63. DannyNoc
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sin duda el mejor album de Katy Cada cancion transmite un setimiento unico Algo que solo ella puede hacer… Expand
  64. kennyvieira
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfeito demais véi. O álbum da carreira❤❤
    Katy Perry atingiu o limite da perfeição com essa obra de arte.    … Expand
  65. Johnraphaelc
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It's very good. Each of his songs are very grandiose and cheerful. She remains good every song and lyrics are good hope and she will be given the recognition she always deserved.
  66. Jorge2325
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Me gusta mucho sus sonidos los críticos de esta página dijeron que era lo mismo de álbumes anteriores pero no ella innovo, que lastima que a este gran trabajo le hayan dado tan poquito en metacritic, alabo el rap en not the end of the world se merece este 10
  67. Ivanhds09
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. SMILE is definitely the Álbum of the Year , it’s fantastic; the sounds, the production, their vocals and above all the lyrics are impressive.
    This work of art literally deserves every Grammys.    … Expand
  68. samuel_forrati
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Maravilhoso! É um álbum feito com muito carinho. Vamos comprar o Smile, gente! Apreciar o trabalho da Katy Perry feito nessa pandemia. Com muito amor e dedicação.
  69. Saiintkenny
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores e mais sinceros da carreira, com uma produção incrível e que apesar de não trazer coisas super novas mas surpreendo a cada segundo.
  70. Ayconsaid
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esse album, se nao e o melhor do ano, Não sei qual e, esses criticos velhos que Não gostam mesmo de katy… Expand
  71. josenaoechart
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Álbum impecável bbs, não tem uma musica ruim, quem não é fã e escutar, vai gostar do mesmo jeito, hitou aqui em casa
  72. Aldairsant66
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Without a doubt, Katy's most personal album, there is no better than always smiling.
  73. joseeidk
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mi álbum favorito de Katy Perry, con excelentes canciones que te invitan a bailar, reír y reflexionar… Expand
  74. PatrickMagnar
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    'Smile' é o melhor álbum de Perry, nele Perry canta sua história de forma esperançosa, e resiliente, mostrando que nunca acaba de verdade.
  75. Denisse92
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best Album Is Amazing Fresh Unique Empowered
    I am very satisfied with this album
  76. BrunoCaires
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. O álbum é incrível, tem muita personalidade e coragem! Ela trás o seu melhor para um álbum que o público pediu e a crítica queria de volta.

    O álbum é maduro e mostra que Katy cresceu, amadureceu e faz sempre o seu melhor!    … Expand
  77. Josemenpar
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Best album she has released. The songs are so fresh and every single song feels like it was meant for the album and not a filler. Loved it!
  78. tthaisoliveira
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I just can’t stop listening to it! This album is all we needed in this pandemic, Katy did an incredible job!!
  79. Tameema786
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The amount of ageism and sexism in the Critics reviews is annoying but not surprising. This is a very impressive album, pure pop gold down to it's core, what makes a woman is one of the best songs of the year!!!
  80. GuaxinimCritico
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Ótimas composições, a produção está impecável. As músicas são coesas e conversam entre sim, se complementando e criando um bom storytelling em 4 atos. Perfeição define!
  81. Jurasicolio
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum de katy perry definitivamente, teniendo muchas reseñas injustas pero que aún así, esto no impedirá que brille como siempre.
  82. ChrisCoronado
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    New Katy Perry's songs are an incredible way to demonstrate the resilience that only a woman in heels can do it.
  83. Freddy1
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album filled me with energy and peace, I was going through a difficult time and this album "Smile" saved me. ♥️
  84. ryanhaozi
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    queen of pop is coming back. the album is great omg. katy perry deserves whole world. buy smile everywhere.
  85. GuiAleviSmile
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Álbum impecável, Cry About It Later precisa ser Single!! Katy Perry transformou sua dor no melhor trabalho de 2020
  86. gabox12
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry is back with a new world to show us. This is definitely one of Katy Perry's best works. It's short but very powerful and the message is clear: get back your smile. And she sure did bring that back to us with pop perfected songs like "Never Really Over", "Tucked" and "Cry About it Later
  87. biamuminhake
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is definitely Katy's best album! The songs are in sync and the whole record tells a story of self-acceptance, love and resilience. I felt connected to each word of each song. I understood the message and that cross my heart like a bullet of love and gratitude! Katy, now finally I got my smile back! Thank you for that. You are incredible and the industry just want to be cruel with you.This is definitely Katy's best album! The songs are in sync and the whole record tells a story of self-acceptance, love and resilience. I felt connected to each word of each song. I understood the message and that cross my heart like a bullet of love and gratitude! Katy, now finally I got my smile back! Thank you for that. You are incredible and the industry just want to be cruel with you. Well... I feel sorry for them and they lack of profissionalism. Love you!… Expand
  88. mandargupte93
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Pop getting shaped up so well through this album. [link omitted per site rules]
  89. Alejandro100618
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    La reina del pop recuperando su sonrisa, el mejor álbum en cuanto a letra y los ritmos definitivamente algo muy intenso digno de ser alabado, la evolución en la música de katy perry es notoria, excelente álbum.
  90. babeboss
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    one of the best albums of the year im so pround of my mama katy and specialist critic sucks
  91. DanielHudson
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The Best álbum of the year!! Ir has everything we need right now!! Seriously one of the best Katy!!!
  92. DaniLuna
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s so good. I don’t find any bad song. I don’t skip any, and that shows has worth the wait. Not the end of the world could be, easily, another top 10.… Expand
  93. RickHudson
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry is growing, it’s absolutely perfect, maybe one of the best Pop album Of 2020. Bop
  94. babi_paes
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Eu não pensei que fosse gostar tanto, eu AMEI, tô viciada! Melhor álbum dela depois de Teenage Dream!
  95. imnotdecelis
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Best album released by Katy Perry. The album is full of bangers, growers with different flavors and feels in it. One of the most amazing album released in 2020. A skipless one actually. Can be AOTY.
  96. jose_henrique
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry has just raised the bar on her incredible career with this album, which is certainly the best of her career. With melcoly and sexy lyrics accompanied by lively and dancing melodies, this album is a perfect disco
  97. Josesaldana05
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is a great album, it tells you about how wonderful life is and that despite all the problems you have, you will always come out to smile and shine stronger than ever.❤️
  98. iwasdivine
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing record. Unlike anything she has done before. She took a risk and stepped outside of her bubble. Arguably some of her best work. Emphasis on the tracks ‘Cry About It Later’ and ‘Only Love’.
  99. shotkardashian
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    caras, é ela!!!! a rainha do pop mano eu te amo tanto katy!!!! ela está mais feliz doq nunca, ela voltou, vai tomar no cu quem tá colocando nota baixa, ela acabou de parir, nota não significa, este álbum é uma obra de arte!
  100. Mrelking
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Smile quizá es mi álbum favorito de bubblegum pop de este año, siento que este momento de Katy es armónico de principio a fin es una vibra que te mantiene feliz todos los 35 minutos que dura el álbum. Lírica y armónicamente es un álbum sobre crecimiento personal y eso me hace quererlo a un más.
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Metascore
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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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