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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  2. Mixed: 291 out of 11514
  3. Negative: 1,769 out of 11514
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  1. Ernestokatycat
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I felt very identified with this album
    It's honestly the best recording work Katy has ever done
  2. alex_rm
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Honestly, it's a great album, they should stop hatred, prejudices and listening to it is a great piece of art.
  3. iuryolivveira
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Um álbum extremamente necessário na carreira da katy com músicas extremamente verdadeiras e sonoramente perfeitas. A ordem em que as músicas foram colocadas diz muito sobre quem katy se tornou e pelo que passou pra encontrar seu sorriso novamente.
  4. millerduarte
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    uma tragédia incrível, letras impecáveis, sonoridade diferente, Katy Perry você serviu demais, rainha do pop
  5. JenniferLopez
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum espectacular
  6. Ismael_0107
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Cada música es única y fenomenal, se nota que Katy a trabajado mucho en el álbum, me alegro mucho que recuperó su sonrisa. Gracias Katy por un álbum lleno de arte ❤️… Expand
  7. Katkat09
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es un hermoso álbum, deberíamos apoyarla. Tiene una muy buena temática y es ideal para este verano
  8. Lizandroperry
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum tan arte muy maduro Katy creo este álbum con el propósito de sacar nuestras sonrisas y sin duda lo logro amén
  9. LucasPP
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is the album of the year, I found my smile, thank you very much katheryn
  10. Nomelasemuybien
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    That's amaizing. She shows that she's still one of the best exponents of pop music.
  11. DarioGmz
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    ¿How can I start?, Katy Perry is a genius, this record is the definition of self love and happiness.
  12. thomasdovex
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy’s best work since Teenage Dream. Filled will bops about getting your smile back and finding your true self, this album has a song that is set for every mood!
  13. Celiakp20
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum increíble, sonido diferente, algo que no estamos acostumbrados a escuchar, cada canción es increíble y única, sus letras ayudan a muchos problemas que tienen muchísimas personas a día de hoy, literal te ayuda a recuperar la sonrisa y ver la importancia de la vida y por qué hay que disfrutar cada segundo de ella, me encanta
  14. Geovani18
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Me encanta, incluso dan ganas de que me rompan el corazón o de estar en depresión nomas para bailar bien proyectado con las rolitas...
  15. Cato_
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Uno de los mejores álbumes de Katy, sin duda la división del álbum en disco y acústica es genial, las letras tan bellas y los sonidos buenos
  16. Jkdwttearyeyes
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry muestra con Smile su viaje para poder superar la depresión, demostrando en las canciones su forma de encontrar la luz en la oscuridad. Entre las mejores canciones se encuentra: "Teary Eyes", "Champagne Problems", "Tucked". Aunque todas son excelentes.
  17. Duberly
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I'm way too impressedby this album. I'm not used to say this but this is what we call a MASTERPIECE. The album gives you a whole trip, it makes you cry while you hace a smile on your face. Well done Miss Perry congrats for this beautiful and awesome album.
  18. aBeat19
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Wonderful and amazing album. Talk about resilience, love and hope. Thanks Katy for giving us your smile.
  19. Priscila_23
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Smile es el mejor para sentirse alegre, te relaja y siento que Katy ha hecho otro trabajo maravilloso Simplemente lo amo.… Expand
  20. JimmyRomero
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum. Una mescola de todos sus álbumes anteriores. Desde la primera canción hasta la última puedes sentir la perfecta combinación de pop con varios generes musicales
  21. kevindrexler
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    A very timely album as it became true to its title to put a smile on listener's face amidst the current situation. The message of falling down but getting back up stronger is very clear. Truely, katy is on the brighter side now.
  22. DanSol08
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Smile, uno de los álbumes más esperadoa del año, aunque los singles que se lanzaron no fueron los adecuados para comenzar la era, sin duda Perry logró engañarnos, aunque wl único problema de Smile reside en su duración, el viaje en el que te envuelve es asombroso, una dosis de pop puro, que logra atraparte, todo el álbum es lo que estábamos esperando este año. Never Really Over no pudo ser más perfecta para el intro de este álbum, pasando por un dance pop perfecto con Teary Eyes y la que parece ser la favorita del álbum "Cry Abaut A Later, y un sin fin de música que nos demuestra el proceso de sanación perry tuvo que recorrer para reencontrarse. Asi pues, dejando el lado las críticas maliciosas de los descarados "Críticos Profesionales"(como se hacen llamar), Katy Perry ha evolucionado y nos demuestra nuevamente que ella es el Pop. Y el que independientemente tenga éxito o no, ha creado el mejor album del 2020. A los críticos puedo recomendarles que sean profesionales y analicen cada una de las canciones y sus mensajes así como sus ritmos, porque yo no me creo sus críticas disfrazadas de misoginia y odio por Katy Perry.

    El album es simplemente PERFECTO.    … Expand
  23. Jubssbrrt
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It is a incredible album, all the songs make sense within the proposed context and it is possible to perceive Katy's soul in all the tracks, as well as everything that she went through and overcome wonderfully well. Katy Perry is one of the most brilliant artists ever seen and we are lucky to have her.
  24. ArtJacobs
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Um motivo para sorrir em 2020, album simplesmente perfeito e bem gostosinho de ouvir
  25. VictorMCosta
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Álbum perfeito! Simplesmente incrível! Merece ter todo o reconhecimento possível!!… Expand
  26. Cake_Espacial
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It's one of the best albums of 2020, she's a queen and she comes to save us from quarantine making her really fun :)
  27. Jemoer
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    A cultural reset in times where we need up-beat poppy music, the kind where katy makes her best and so she did
  28. Jhefterss
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is the best Katy Perry's album. She is amazing energy is his song. Daisy and Smile, welcome to the world
  29. JADHIELLUOR
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is the easy way you can get back your SMILE :) Congratulations, Katy Perry.
  30. alpguilherme
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    That’s amazing, full of love and quality. One of the bests albums of the year for sure.
  31. Ramonjuliio
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry sem dúvidas construiu o álbum mais coeso de toda carreira. Diferente dos álbuns anteriores, a proposta de Smile é clara e presente em todas as faixas - encontrar ou recuperar seu sorriso.
    O álbum é dançante, intenso e sobre tudo íntimo. Katy narra os elementos importantes para sua recuperação pós depressão e soa para nós ouvintes como uma vitória ou renascimento. O ouvinte pode    Katy Perry sem dúvidas construiu o álbum mais coeso de toda carreira. Diferente dos álbuns anteriores, a proposta de Smile é clara e presente em todas as faixas - encontrar ou recuperar seu sorriso.
    O álbum é dançante, intenso e sobre tudo íntimo. Katy narra os elementos importantes para sua recuperação pós depressão e soa para nós ouvintes como uma vitória ou renascimento. O ouvinte pode facilmente se identificar com as letras, mas o que eleva o álbum ao status citado nas primeiras linhas é a reflexão que ele sugere. Quando nós não estamos no controle? O que nós resgatará da escuridão? Nossa família? amores? Sonhos? Nós mesmos? Ou será que é o fim?. Esses questionamentos dão espaço ao que Katy Perry quer realmente passar a suas testemunhas: seja Dançando com suas lágrimas ou esquecendo os problemas com champanhe saiba que não é o fim. Entenda que está tudo bem não está bem o tempo todo ou precisar da ajuda de remédios e continue buscando motivos para sorrir todos os dias.    … Expand
  32. JCGamez
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is an unexpected album. This is a new Perry's sound and vibe. There's a little vibe of TD, an essence of Witness and a lot of Color of Prism, but this new sound push the audience into a different and great zone. We got a knew Perry right here, more into disco, indie and classic pop, a new essence that is good to hear while mix different sounds and feelings to create and achieve herThis is an unexpected album. This is a new Perry's sound and vibe. There's a little vibe of TD, an essence of Witness and a lot of Color of Prism, but this new sound push the audience into a different and great zone. We got a knew Perry right here, more into disco, indie and classic pop, a new essence that is good to hear while mix different sounds and feelings to create and achieve her purpose: give an album who personifies itself the idea of "Life is a roller coaster".… Expand
  33. Gagasarii
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    one of the best albums of 2020, teary eyes and not the end of the world the best songs on the album
  34. eu_macau
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Incredibly excited about "Smile". It is a combination of all the best in the Katy Perry's universe. Not The End Of The World is a smash hit candidate. The sound and lyrics of this track are impeccable.
  35. Aventura19
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Un álbum que te llegará a dar un respiro entre tanto mal que hay.

    Un álbum que puedes disfrutar, bailar y cantar aún estando en cuarentena. ❤️
  36. Zaitsev
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Just perfect like everything she does. An album that will fill your soul and will make you want to dance and not stop.
  37. Powerfulmary
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is an album we needed RIGHT NOW . The production is great & of high quality. The album makes you feel grateful for everything you've got. She has improved soooo much vocally & she sounds better than ever. If it was up to me I'd thank her in person for this record.
  38. EmilyPonmar18
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es un disco bueno, es el mejor que ha sacado, logra mezclar variedad de sonidos y no es repetitivo.
  39. Alexxxaaa
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is my favorite album from Katy so far. The lyrics and the environment that it sorrounds you is magical. It gives 100000 reasons to stay alive and happy even if they want to see you sad and vulnarable. BEST ALBUM EVER… Expand
  40. Ray_CM
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Ella se reinventó y trajo consigo 12 canción es tan profundas y diferentes con las que puedes conectar, además de que la mayoría cuenta con un gran ritmo.
  41. 19rod
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I like this album is really good and it has a dance vibe it's really beautiful.
  42. XaviTapia078
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Is a perfect match, and for her new life being mom, this album is a masterpiece right now ❤️
  43. jeferson21
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Concept, cohesion and consecration. For those who really follow Katy Perry, they will understand the story behind the Smile album. The lyrics and melodies are perfect and intertwined with the album's purpose.
  44. jpferrer
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy delivered a simply flawless album. strong lyrics, contagious melodies and a strong queen behind it all.
  45. RebecaSaravi
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Increible album, lastima que los gringos no saben apreciar la música, es demasiado fresco y cohesivo
  46. Fred_24
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry finally back her smile and her essence, something that few artists manage to do. Although some sounds remind us of Teenage Dream, which is her best album in my opinion, it does not mean that she is giving us the same old thing. She preserves her pop nuances and gives us a mature album that brings us musical gems such as Never Really Over, Cry About It Later, Daisies, Not The EndKaty Perry finally back her smile and her essence, something that few artists manage to do. Although some sounds remind us of Teenage Dream, which is her best album in my opinion, it does not mean that she is giving us the same old thing. She preserves her pop nuances and gives us a mature album that brings us musical gems such as Never Really Over, Cry About It Later, Daisies, Not The End Of The World, Champagne Problems, etc. She has given the best of herself in this new era and even if she does not receive all the recognition she deserves, she has already rewarded herself, forming a beautiful family with the arrival of her newborn and also releasing music with which she feels comfortable that is not just any music since it is music therapy that helps us recover from many sad moments and finally smile.… Expand
  47. MagicFerrari
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    AND WE'LL SMILE! I felt at the time of Prism, it is so wonderful and so nice to hear that you feel something special about it. Katy served emotion and feeling on each track, everyone needs to smile with this album.
  48. Dutra08
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Me parece un álbum precioso, más allá de las malas críticas Katy expresa cómo se sintió estos últimos años. Deberían agradecer un poco más en vez de estar criticando cada cosa que hagan los artistas y disfrutar su arte.
  49. alxandrmedeiros
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Achei um álbum muito coerente do início ao fim, um álbum bem gostoso de se ouvir, teary eyes é simplesmente perfeita, Katy sempre mostrando porque é um dos maiores nomes da música pop… Expand
  50. lilycrmbie
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I love this album, Katy Finally got back that Smile, and me too! excellent job!!
  51. Luisp780
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sinceramente no esperaba mucho del álbum, pero ahora que lo escucho lo encuentro demasiado bailable e increíble con esos sonidos tan ochenteros y noventeros, es un gran álbum, nada más que decir y sus baladas son magníficas, siempre aceptaré una balada de katy ella sabe como hacerlas y nunca decepciona.… Expand
  52. DanielRivera
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy show us her healthing process, she is amazing.
    I love Never Really Over, Not the end of the world and Teary Eyes
  53. ryhndto
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    For any locals that just came here... people are giving a 0 because they're just trollers. Don't believe the "0" as a real review. It's just people trolling.
  54. Hectorgoz
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    El álbum es disfrutable de principio a fin, contando una historia de superación que en este momento de pandemia hará que más de uno recupere su sonrisa
  55. Kunoperry
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es un muy buen album, tienen muy buenas canciones, ame la vibra, biblia del pop
  56. Gutti14
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    the album is proof that Katy Perry remains one of the greatest pop artists today, showing cohesion and making you smile.
  57. Eljose
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I really liked their work by Katy Perry, I don't understand how they couldn't like something as beautiful as this album, I think that the "critics" were not so professional when it came to giving their score.
  58. Jvsuzuki
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I'm glad that Smile have arrived to us. It's a brilhant album e of course the name make sense all the meaning, thank U, Queen Katy, we will keep going smile.
  59. Janselescobar
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Uno de mos mejores álbumes de Katy Perry, con sonidos y ritmos muy pegadizos que nunca habíamos escuchado. Es un álbum muy diferente a los demás, más feliz y más brillante.
  60. kaixvenus
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The album is refreshing yet familiar, katy is matured now with her music and never fails to produce a bop, 10/10 for sure!
  61. Jesusjs
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Queen of Pop is back with this album
    Every song makes you really want to smile    … Expand
  62. Marcoabate
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Uno dei piú belli album di sempre, ogni canzone entra in testa e ci rimane, sono tutte delle perle, dei capolavori. GRAZIE GRANDISSIMA DONNA, KATY PERRY❤️
  63. Marcogr
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Is the album that we needed to start this September
  64. LittleMonster2
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum desde Teenage Dream, Katy al fin regreso al sonido que tanto nos gusta
  65. ChecoKc
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Its the album is the most complete in this year. Good letters and good songs.
  66. justinhm
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    "el album esta super, la verdad me a encantado, katy perry si sabe como regresar a mundo de la musica. aun que cabe mencionar todas esas criticas que no saben valorar una mujer, ella no hizo musica para la pandemia"
  67. karimorgue
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    She seems to have gone back to her roots with this album, she stopped trying to keep up with the industry and I’m so happy for her
  68. YeffBerrios13
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. se podria decir que es uno de los pocos albumes que me han logrado de llenar de alguna sencacion de emocion, magnifico, la critica esta para querer hacerte quedar mal, sin embargo ellos son los que no saben como dar la critica… Expand
  69. anness
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is perfect! Every song has a story, the way it fits with the other! Katy Perry made an extremely incredible album!!!
  70. Alexfa123
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    SMILE tiene sonidos bastante interesantes, hace una mezcla de Teenage Dream y un nuevo rumbo. Me siento emocionado con los bajos que contrapone en Cry About It later. Es una excelente artista y merece un mejor reconocimiento.
  71. EduardoHS
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Smile es un álbum muy bueno, con excelentes sonidos y una letra maravillosa, no merece ser infravalorada por otros fandoms
  72. fanita
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy regresa absolutamente cómoda con su arte ella sabe la magnitud de su estrella y hace lo que le gusta transmite absolutamente lo que quiere y en este albúm deja su huella nuevamente, su música nunca pasará de moda, ella no necesita probar nada así como es es perfectamente fiel a lo que es.
  73. Ale_Swift
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum muy alegre, me encantó es katy totalmente, es un álbum tan ella
  74. Lorenita9928
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is very amazing, wow, my fav is tucked , daisies, and more, Katy come back
  75. Kervsthegreat
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amidst all of what is going on right now, this album is a breath of fresh air that will surely uplift everyone's spirit. This will give you roller coaster of emotions in the best way possible.
  76. Nfrkey
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It’s one of the best produced and written album of the year. It’s a ray of hope and resilience during this trying time.
  77. gxbyguerra
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I simply love it. The songs are amazing and I’m so happy for her and I love the album. Every song has it own power and I might reflect myself in some of the songs.
  78. Gerry17
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best of the best.
    Katy Perry remains as the queen of Pop, with this absolute masterpiece.
  79. LilyPGZZ
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este álbum cuenta una historia en cada una de sus canciones del como Katy Perry atravesó uno de los momentos más difíciles de su vida hasta encontrar la paz mental así como recuperar su sonrisa, las canciones cuentan con un ritmo "disco" y con una melodia alegre que invita a qué bailes dejando los problemas de un lado. Sin duda alguna unos de sus mejores discos. de sus trabajos… Expand
  80. Carlosmespia
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy es la mejor, dejo de lado todo y se puso a hacer lo que mas le gusta la musica
  81. CarlosTx89
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Fantastic. Love all the album. Katy give to us a brilliant album. Love u Katy.
  82. rockinrandy24
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Katy MotherF@$kin Perry Is Back...She Did That...Non Skippers All Single Worthy … Expand
  83. Jhun
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry is BACK!! And she’s definitely not joking! She did put her heart out on this album. Each songs has a deeper meaning. I even cried with “One Love.” This is a relatable album. Another personal album and definitely deserves a Grammy! There’s no reason to skip a song. Each songs are worth your time. Thank you, Katy for continuously creating music! A wonderful artwork, I must say!
  84. Heymamam
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy shows us her mature side in a wonderful way. Simply who does not like is hater
  85. AntonioB00
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Melhor álbum da Katy, me deu 1000 razões para sorrir e mais um pouco. A crítica especializada não entende de música pelo jeito.
  86. chrisnik
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This woman changed pop music through the years she deserves all the happiness and support!
  87. Smilejose
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album
    Katy ha trabajado por años para demostrar que ella es la reyna,te amamos katy
    Teamoooooooo katyyjyyyyy, eres laaaaaaaa mejooooor
    Katy es perfecta    … Expand
  88. CristianMC
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Best album ever. Definitivamente este álbum es uno de los mejores del 2020.
  89. carlosportillo1
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum del 2020 junto a Floklore, Chromatica y Future Nostalgia
  90. rituseth
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It seems like critics don't know what they are talking about or they have heard the wrong album. This is Ms Perry's best album since Prism. The production, the lyrics, the versatility is just on another level. Katy has worked hard on this album and it clearly shows.
  91. ErwinRay
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Increíble. Después de pasar por una depresión y altibajos en su vida personal nos trajo un álbum para sonreír y motivarnos a seguir adelante a pesar de los malos momentos.
  92. ElijahF17
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is so good and has no skips; idk why the critics are being so annoying. Also to all the lm and swifties leaving zeros; that shows how toxic you all are
  93. MarioPCotz
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Todas las canciones son muy buenas en especial Cry About it later no puedo dejar de escucharla #StreamSmile
  94. Kattor
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best album of queen Katy Perry ever, it is amazing, basically a piece of art
  95. Ylianni
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Lo mejor es muy bueno, aún no entiendo como no es tendencia mundial es arte
  96. ainor_
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Just amazing! I LOVE EVERY SONG. Not The End Of The World and Cry About It Later are superior.
  97. Pedro_ascenbell
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    So good! Sin duda es un álbum que merece ser escuchando por todos, es muy fresco y me pone feliz
  98. Chulu
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum que me ayuda a recuperar mi sonrisa, las canciones son muy refrescantes
  99. ostilio
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I love the way that I smiled when I was listening this album. Katy is an wonderful artist and this record show this.
  100. RAPHARDC
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Álbum maravilhoso. Sem defeitos, e o fato de os haters, saberem da boa pontuação estarem entrando só para deixar um 0 não torna o álbum ruim, nem de longe.
    Katy entregou sem prometer, era o que a gente pediu sim.
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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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