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. RamirezHudson
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Once again did her best, every single song is a masterpiece and every 1 knows that. Literally she's giving us her most íntimate feelings in a record.
  2. ricfr
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    THIS ALBUM IS AMAZING.I LOVED With highlights from beginning to end, mature and totally different from what she has presented before.
  3. lightandprism
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    it’s amazing! better than any album released this year amazing lyrics and only bops!
  4. ianbriggs
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry is BACK with her usual upbeat pop tracks with a modern twist! With songs about moving on from things that have hurt her in the past and songs showing her strength and resilience, Perry's fifth studio album may be her best work of her career, to date. The immaculate production underneath the flow-y and gorgeous vocals from Katy adds to the feel-good sound of this popKaty Perry is BACK with her usual upbeat pop tracks with a modern twist! With songs about moving on from things that have hurt her in the past and songs showing her strength and resilience, Perry's fifth studio album may be her best work of her career, to date. The immaculate production underneath the flow-y and gorgeous vocals from Katy adds to the feel-good sound of this pop masterpiece.
    Every track is pop perfection and boredom within the album did not occur, if anything I was wishing to finish the album so I could go back and listen to it all over again!
    10's all around!    … Expand
  5. 0962739
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    this is the album of the millennium!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! her best so far we love to see it
  6. cxckneygirl
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing. Mind blowing. Brilliant. Never seen before. ALBUM OF THE YEAR. QUEEN OF POP. Periodt.
  7. Dilary
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Sin duda es el mejor álbum de Perry, me atrevería a decir que es mejor que Prims, Katy al fin se encontró.
  8. stormgattes
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Te amo mamãe, seu álbum tá perfeito, aproveite seu momento
  9. Jonsza
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    the album delivers a true POP PERFECTION, with dance music accompanied by motivational and deep lyrics. simply one of Perry's best albums.
  10. jarbasjunioor
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her best album for sure! Her voice is spectacular, and all this production one of the best in this mess of a year!
  11. eliezerz
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    faves : cry about it later. teary eyes, never really over, tucked, not the end of the world.
  12. Perryeme
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Best Album I've ever heard. No skips and every track is a bop and single material. I love the message behind the album and it definitely made me smile.
  13. lidsaylohan
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Skinny queen, skinny album, love her, her iconic mind keeps surprising me every single time.
  14. Thalisferr
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    O álbum é incrível
  15. deivisonbruno
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Álbum incrível, músicas dançantes. Tucked tem cheiro de hit, e lembra bem músicas dançantes do TikTok.
  16. LittleSpoon
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I love this record. I mean, it is really personal and the way she made the music is great. The production is really good and the path through this album from depression and happiness and her smile back is amazing. I do not understand critics. Are they just throwing shades ? Cause I saw some reviews by them. And sometimes it doesn’t even talk about her music, and they’re talking about otherI love this record. I mean, it is really personal and the way she made the music is great. The production is really good and the path through this album from depression and happiness and her smile back is amazing. I do not understand critics. Are they just throwing shades ? Cause I saw some reviews by them. And sometimes it doesn’t even talk about her music, and they’re talking about other female artists. Or maybe they just don’t get it cause they nuage never deal with depression ? Stop comparing female artists . And enjoy the music ! … Expand
  17. katycatnation
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    10/10
    Her best album to date. Literally all the songs are good, 0 skips!! Love her forever.
  18. afadcalledchris
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    THIS IS THE ALBUM IVE BEEN WAITING FOR! Her best album? YES! She did it again. Her job is serving us. At least she cares about her fans not like other artists
  19. Gabriel_ataidee
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best of the year! Finally got back that smile
    Congratulations, Katy
  20. CarlosPerlin
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Um álbum lindo e memorável,Katy faz tudo novamente♥️
    Ela nos entrega um álbum visual lindo,músicas lindas com letras lindas
    Se pudéssemos resumir esse álbum em uma palavra acho que seria "Lindo" pq está tudo muito lindo
  21. caroladrielli
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Músicas melancólicas e dançantes como foi proposto. Perfeita sem defeitos.
  22. AlexNovi55
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Smile by Katy Perry is literally perfect to be released in this global pandemic were people are being sad for their lives this year and mostly every track is speaking about the hope and light to have during this trying times
  23. Kadusouz
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy has returned her roots of pop , and this album couldn't be better , It’s a mix of Teenage Dream plus Prism but with better lyrics .
  24. Longmaster12
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is a masterpiece. So good. Katy sweetie , you did it again. Buy Smile on iTunes!!!!
  25. Leonan22
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Smile chega em um momento que precisamos de suas canções para quebrar o gelo de um ano difícil de esquecer, Katy com seu 5° Álbum nos transporta para a discoteca que seria facilmente a sala de nossa casa, as músicas conseguem te fazer de fato sorrir.
  26. Weeler
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    IT'S FANTASTIC Katy trough some EMPOWERING songs tell us she's BACK and gave the most beautiful tracks in her career just in one record.
  27. Davisi
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    O álbum está perfeito e de longe merece essa nota. Achei perfeito, obrigado Katy Perry
  28. Zainulhaha
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. She is back. No skips. Great album. Love every song. Wait till she promote it properly.… Expand
  29. Tiravini
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    She finally got back her Smile and it's her best album so far. I'm so happy for her, this album is a MASTERPIECE
  30. jaaviloves
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It’s a perfect pop album, pure pop, every track has something that keeps you listening and enjoying every second of music. No skipps, beautiful and personal letters. Katy Perry, you did it again, I only can say that you are the queen of pop.
  31. TBlueWarrior
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Álbum incrível, músicas perfeitas, como alguém consegue transformar tanta tristeza em um trabalho tão incrível? Apenas o melhor álbum da década e essa mídia lixo que luteee
  32. AdrianoL
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy came back with everything, an energetic and nostalgic POP album.
    She found herself in other lines, in another way, but she came back with strength, very aware of the work done and above all, insightful.
  33. cawemarqs
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    POP BIBLE, this album is so perfect and wonderful. I loved it so much, the sound, compositions, production, everything impeccable.
  34. giuvallejo07
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best **** album of the year! Its too good omg so perfect!!!The lyrics, the production, the vocals JUST PERFECT!
  35. Mendesmuuh
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    os criticos nao sabem o que falam, é o melhor album da Katy Perry, ela simplesmente mostrada um Pop gostoso de se ouvir, com uma ligação incrivel entre uma faixa e outra! Parabéns pelo ótimo trabalho Katy Perry.
  36. Okrack
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This aalbum so cool. I am Just.. Wow... I like the style of songs. This is awesome.… Expand
  37. daisydovebloom
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    One of her best albums! The best since PRISM. Never Really Over = her best song. Teary Eyes = MASTERPIECE
  38. vinussauro
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Chega ser literalmente o trabalho mais coeso da Katy desde o Teenage Dream, letras extremamente impactantes e de autoajuda, aprendemos nesse CD tudo o que ela passou a última era, ela também nos ensina a lidar com todo há-te e negatividade sem precisar se sentir mal ou rebaixado
  39. davidujja
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The way she made an amazing album and people don’t talk about that. Tucked and not the end of the world should be singles...… Expand
  40. Prnce17
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is her best album.
    This is the right timing to release this kind of music during this times of chaos. The album is very uplifting.    … Expand
  41. ecemces
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Made my day, cured my depression, made me dance, wiped my tears, woke me up...
    I am grateful for this album, thank you Katy Perry.
  42. DiNo_DiNerO
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is exactly what we need from the music industry right now! Katy Perry and her Team did a great job.
  43. Hanzy
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Smile Album is not boring tho' all songs of smile album is a bop that makes you groove and deserves more indeed.… Expand
  44. yazido
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    An amazing album ! It really describes how Katy got off the depression and the hate train she got back in her last era ! I likes the sounds and the messages the album is holding
  45. jesuusme
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is amazing! ALBUM OF THE YEAR
    All the songs are very good, Katy perry really did that.    … Expand
  46. Felipedamico99
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing! It brings a message of self love, breaktrough and happiness... a lot of the songs follow this "disco" vibe, the 2020 trend for music. It's catchy, it's fun, it's just... beautiful! The perfect comeback for such a big name in pop music as Katy
  47. Lucasgome
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Melhor album do ano. A Rainha entregou tudo não existe uma música ruim. Katy
  48. Alpsx
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    What an amazing album! Katy Perry really showed us different colors with Smile. It’s a masterpiece I 100% recommend
  49. ammp99
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    MASTERPIECE, AMAZING, PROBABLY HER BEST ALBUM. You can dance, cry and SMILE if you want
  50. Frastellar
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Really loved this record! After 3 long years she is proving again the world that she is a pop queen! Can’t wait to see what she has in store for this era.
  51. Peach2005
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    one of the best albums out there! Katy is giving us what we really want, and I am happy for her for finally got back her smile!
  52. delunac
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Wish this pandemic is over already because I can't wait to hear it with my friends. Pure and thoughtfull piece of work with a lot of sweeet messages. Let's see how it sets, but this is on its way to become her best album for me.
  53. Joegratts
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is amazing beyond measure. Katy perry never fail to make feel how life is simple yet so beautiful. Shout out to those "Critics" Clash Magazine, EW, Pitchfork etc. Remeber when these asswipes trying to tell katy to go to her roots when she tried experimenting WITNESS. Now they tagged her as Basic And boring? F*ck them… Expand
  54. FelipeSmile
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Sinceramente, um dos melhores álbuns que já ouvi na minha vida.
    Simplesmente sensacional.
    Amooo
    Perfeito ❤
  55. kpsbunny
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. #Smile is the Album of the Year! Truly the Most Acclaimed Album. NO skips, No boring songs. ALL tracks will get played. For better skin glow. Katy Perry did fed us with the real nature of showing Smile with her different stories of love, inspiration and life imperfections. Very incomparable with Teenage Dream & Prism. Its not a Pop Music Alnum, but full of elemental tracks. This is truly a POP PERFECTION of 2020. Tasteless reviews from those paparazzis are not true. The Queen here is really back!! Imagine Katy Perry is pregnant and manage to work really hard to show this masterpiece. Such a hardworking woman and dedicated artist. KatyCats are really lucky stanning Katy Perry.… Expand
  56. eubrunom
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Mamãe katy entregou tudo nesse álbum perfeito. Os críticos não souberam apreciar a obra prima.
  57. mahteusw123
    Aug 28, 2020
    5
    I loved the full album, the story of the music's is so beautiful. So fun listen.
  58. oandersoncastro
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Katy Perry’s new look at the world is simple and incredible, it’s about valuing love and thanking whoever is protecting us for another day, the album tells a relationship story at the same time that we realize her personal growth, it just shows that love must not stop our evolution.… Expand
  59. vtrzero
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Pop Perfection! This is for sure one of Katy's best albums. The lyrics and the production are beyond amazing.
  60. Tobiasgomezzzzz
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un album muy completo a pesar de atravesar momentos dificiles en su album anterior, es un 10 por que no hay ninguna cancion que no haya sido bien producida.… Expand
  61. appetit
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is one of the best pop albums I’ve ever heard! Critics are obviously unfair and biased towards Katy Perry’s music, this album deserves universal acclaim!
  62. Thalitapantera
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Um álbum sublime, não ha dúvidas que smile é o álbum do ano, o conjunto da obra mostra com katy Perry desceu da nuvem, e se mostrou mais que a garota da california, ela veio com a intenção de se mostrar com um sorriso, e o brilho foi tão grande que aqueceu nossos corações!
  63. HayleyCavanaugh
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    She got her Smile telling us the story of how she did it. Amazing album and one of her bests!
    Hope Teary Eyes, Not the end of the World and Cry About It Later singles!!!
  64. beyzamadenoglu
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is classic katy perry. we love her and her music. she deserves so much more.
  65. kayk3
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The 2nd best Katy Perry record, it's not best than PRISM, but is best than Teenage Dream. Thank u Katy.
  66. queenperrypop
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    a pop masterpiece, isn’t it? Cry About It Later and Not The End Of The World deserve to be singles

    her best album
  67. rodifael
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    o melhor álbum da katy perry! ela te leva em uma jornada para encontrar seu sorriso de volta, e faz isso com clareza
  68. alexiab
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best album of Katy Perry, not just for the songs, but for what it represents. Smile will make you dance, laugh, cry & reflect and at the and it's sure will bring a smile to your face!
  69. Mihireshan
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Legend. The album is so amazing and she deserves the world for it. The critic reviews are pure trash. Smile AOTY
  70. Julianoperry
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Eu to sorrindo muito, esse álbum me deixou tão feliz, me botou um sorriso enorme no rosto, Katy como sempre conseguindo me tirar de qualquer vibe ruim, only love only love
  71. Agajanadha
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Best album of Katy Perry. "Daises" gives you all the positive energy you want. "Cry about it later" makes you forget about your problems and enjoy your positive day. "Never really over" makes you remember your past. "Harley's in Hawaii" makes you go into trance and enjoy the mood.
  72. Fariaedu
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is a Perfect album. The her best album. The year best album. This is so good.
  73. XxMagicBamxX
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    She finally got her smile, and herself. This album is the signature Katy with the pop bangers and uplifting anthems.
  74. GarciiaGabs
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    O álbum é extremamente perfeito, coeso e com sonoridade impecável, ouso dizer que é o melhor de 2020, esse álbum transcendeu a perfeição musical.
  75. katyjucat
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Acho que os críticos escutaram um álbum diferente de todos nós; é incrível. Músicas INESQUECÍVEIS, únicas, não há uma música ruim!! Não sinto a menor vontade de pular alguma. Melhor álbum do ano e, para mim, melhor da carreira da Katy. Letras incríveis e verdadeiras, batidas únicas, aonde isso seria "esquecível" ou até mesmo "igual a todo o resto"? Só podem ser haters kkkkk KatyAcho que os críticos escutaram um álbum diferente de todos nós; é incrível. Músicas INESQUECÍVEIS, únicas, não há uma música ruim!! Não sinto a menor vontade de pular alguma. Melhor álbum do ano e, para mim, melhor da carreira da Katy. Letras incríveis e verdadeiras, batidas únicas, aonde isso seria "esquecível" ou até mesmo "igual a todo o resto"? Só podem ser haters kkkkk Katy rainha!!!!!!!!!… Expand
  76. Lucas565
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    O álbum nos transparece felicidade e possivelmente o melhor álbum da carreira
  77. itsdandino
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Such a masterpiece. Thank you so much Katy for being love & light! Cry About It Later, Not The End Of The World and Champagne Problems are my favourites.
  78. A7mdy123
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    A beautiful album that will make anyone SMILE. Katy Perry has done it again with this album. A very surprising and amazing album
  79. Thayrene
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Álbum perfeito. Coesão , bons vocais e excelente produção. Katy nunca decepciona
  80. matheuzsilva
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Talvez o melhor álbum de estúdio da Katy Perry. Impecável do início ao fim. Eletrizante. Vibrante. Emocionante. Perfeito. Obrigado, Katy Perry!
  81. Artorix
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Fue un regreso perfecto! Un disco fresco y lleno de emotividad que nos hace olvidar la existencia de Witness.
    A Katy se le crítica que no sale de su Sona de confort, peor hacer esta crítica deja en evidencia que no escucharon el álbum y solo se están dejando llevar por apreciaciones personales .
    Uno de los álbumes del año sin duda alguna.
  82. jesus122341
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It’s more than obvious the improvement of Katy Perry . What a Master Piece. Songs are more that catchy. The intention to be dancing on those teary eyes. FANTASTIC!
  83. Robozinheee
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Álbum perfeito, tem um jeito especial que só Katy sabe dar a suas músicas. Tem de tudo dentro do Smile, te faz sorrir, dançar, chorar. Mas deixe pra chorar depois, agora tome um champagne problems e vamos sorrir juntos.
  84. goldmine
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Well, maybe the best album of KP. PERIOD! So dance, inspiring, mature and motivational. The best vocals of the whole career. She doesn't need to prove anything else, as she is OWN pop.
  85. smilesorrindo
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    a perfection pop. stream it, please! do not let the critics say what they think, with their superiority syndrome. she delivered an incredible job, let's support and leave this chase. Katy doesn't deserve this, she's a good artist.
  86. Guilhermew
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is perfect, whether in lyrics, sound and production. Also very happy to see Katy confident and strong after the last album. For those who say the album is bad, you're just judging Katy, not the album out of hate. If Katy makes pop, they don't like it, if Katy makes pop, they don't like It, if Katy makes an experimental álbum, they don't like, if she goes back to making pop theyThis album is perfect, whether in lyrics, sound and production. Also very happy to see Katy confident and strong after the last album. For those who say the album is bad, you're just judging Katy, not the album out of hate. If Katy makes pop, they don't like it, if Katy makes pop, they don't like It, if Katy makes an experimental álbum, they don't like, if she goes back to making pop they think it’s not experimental enough and sounds like something from the past. Seriously, the problem is with you. This is a site made to rate albums, not Katy's personal life and comparing her art to other strong women.… Expand
  87. LissyCat
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    An album full of feelings. Katy Perry opens her heart and shows us that even during the darkest times we can grow.
  88. alexfatykhov
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry doesn't keep her fans bored with same sound songs. This album is no exception. She does experiment with music
  89. wtheverton
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry shows us once again that she can make a catchy tune while having a message behind the album's exciting lyrics. He deserves a listen. This is the 2020 album of the year!
  90. leoranngel
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    A Katy entregou a sua alma nesse álbum, cada verso tem um sentimento tão especial na sua vida que nos faz sentir tudo que ela passou nos últimos 3 anos. Ela venceu, venceu e entregou um material com muita qualidade e que vai fazer com os ouvintes se identifiquem com cada emoção posta ali. Ta dificil eleger um top 3, mas atualmente Not the end of the world, Never really over e Cry about itA Katy entregou a sua alma nesse álbum, cada verso tem um sentimento tão especial na sua vida que nos faz sentir tudo que ela passou nos últimos 3 anos. Ela venceu, venceu e entregou um material com muita qualidade e que vai fazer com os ouvintes se identifiquem com cada emoção posta ali. Ta dificil eleger um top 3, mas atualmente Not the end of the world, Never really over e Cry about it later são minhas favoritas. Mas teary eyes e tucked também estão incríveis. É muito bom ter a Katy de volta!… Expand
  91. Brunabu
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Triumphant return! Great album! Impeccable from start to finish! Congrats, Katy! You deserve it!
  92. vinilfd
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    the album looks amazing! the music production was incredible. The compositions are beautiful, with many metaphors and cohesive among themselves. The soft vocals are captivating. It is an album of great potential.
  93. Felipemg
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy has given us her best album. From danceable bops to beautiful ballads, SMILE it’s just what we all been waiting for.
  94. RodrigoZoalnski
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It cannot be said that it is the best album ever released by Katy because it is impossible to choose one.
  95. Joshlopezg
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The real critic here are the listeners. This might be her most personal and best album ever. I don't see the reason why "critics" hate katy so bad. SMILE DESERVES MORE.
  96. saysominaj
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    NICKI MINAJ, YOU HAVE DONE IT AGAIN! after 2 years of waiting, i can proudly say NM5 delivered everything i anticipated and more, nicki really saved 2020 with this one, megatron is my fav track!!
  97. cameronwrjones
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Smile can be split into four acts of; Therapy, Recovery, Happiness and Love - each act has its own standout tracks and they all blend so well together. Smile isn't necessarily sonically coherent - each track definitely has its own sound - but, lyrically, it's some of Katy's best work.

    Smile has been curated over the course of two years, beginning when Katy was at her lowest point and    Smile can be split into four acts of; Therapy, Recovery, Happiness and Love - each act has its own standout tracks and they all blend so well together. Smile isn't necessarily sonically coherent - each track definitely has its own sound - but, lyrically, it's some of Katy's best work.

    Smile has been curated over the course of two years, beginning when Katy was at her lowest point and rather than shy away from that, she lets us in to the battles she's faced with the public eye and her mental health and I couldn't be more thankful for that brutal honesty.

    Katy described Smile as a split between Teenage Dream and PRISM and that becomes most apparent in tracks like Tucked and Only Love, but she also tries new avenues of 'pop' with stand-out tracks Cry About It Later, Not the End of the World and one of her best tracks to date, Never Really Over.    … Expand
  98. EfeTheOrospu
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    With a beautiful voice, QUEEN KATY PERRY killed it. THE ALBUM MADE ME SMILE. Absolutely amazing. I can't even choose my favourite one from the album. YOU HAVE TO listen to the album.
  99. Driver17
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. THIS IS HER BEST ALBUM! FULL OF BOPS, deep meanaing in lyrics and production is very pure POP… Expand
  100. Juliennnnnn
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    One of her best album musically and vocally. This is a real pop perfection mixing all the famous hits by Katy Perry. After the beautiful experimental Witness, Katy is back with Smile and we like it. "Not the end of the world" and "Cry about it later" are the singles we need to hear.
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  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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