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

Universal acclaim- based on 11514 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9,454 out of 11514
  2. Mixed: 291 out of 11514
  3. Negative: 1,769 out of 11514
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  1. Tossivan
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Genuine, soft and uplifting album. Katy is an amazing singer, performer and came back showing to us how her essence never changed.
  2. Meeroo
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I really Love her music. I think we all agree that Laty Perry has grew up, and became a mother... I love U!!!
  3. doppedream
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    a very good feeling hearing it, up-beat. you guys just have to get through the teenage dream era to appreciate it, it's a really good album
  4. dudabeat
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Smile is one of the best albums of the years, Katy Perry queen! My favorite music in “Cry About It Later”, the beat is so contagious and the music video was necessary!!!

    I'll cry about it later
    I'll cry about it later
    Tonight I'm havin' fun
    Tonight I'm havin' fun
    I'll cry about it later
    I'll cry about it later
    Tonight I'm gettin' some
    Tonight I'm gettin' something brand new

    “Not The End Of The World” build a strong atmosphere that grows

    It's not the end of the world
    No, not the end of the world
    Throw on your fancy attire, fears in the fire
    Don't lose hope
    It's no funeral we're attending
    Actually, just the beginning
    Throw on your fancy attire, fears in the fire
    Don't lose hope
    It's not the end of the, no, not the end of the world

    “Teary Eyes” is one of the songs that will totally be played on the floor (after this pandemic for sure)    … Expand
  5. KPISQUEEN
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The critics have been shamefully unfair on this album. Most reviews I have read have not even been about the music and were just conoaring Katy to other artists or telling her to be more experimental. Which is funny because they didnt like her being experimengal on Witness. This album from start to finish is incredible, no skips. There is something for everyone on this record, ballads,The critics have been shamefully unfair on this album. Most reviews I have read have not even been about the music and were just conoaring Katy to other artists or telling her to be more experimental. Which is funny because they didnt like her being experimengal on Witness. This album from start to finish is incredible, no skips. There is something for everyone on this record, ballads, dance songs, empowering anthems and just good solid pop. This is Katy's best work… Expand
  6. minayeon
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Her best album. It is a masterpiece. This album screams pop perfection!! I’m proud and glad she finally got back her smile! Congratulations, Katy!
  7. JoeFalta
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I think this is the best album of this year. It contains super rhythms and mind-thinking topics about mental health which are important to be spoken about. I consider as my most favorite piece on the album the song called "Not the End Of the World". It has strong melody and amazing lyrics. This album does not have skip songs. Each song is unique and it has its own powerful message. It'sI think this is the best album of this year. It contains super rhythms and mind-thinking topics about mental health which are important to be spoken about. I consider as my most favorite piece on the album the song called "Not the End Of the World". It has strong melody and amazing lyrics. This album does not have skip songs. Each song is unique and it has its own powerful message. It's worth of listening to it ;)… Expand
  8. Mariecat1
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Katy is back and better than ever thanks to this wonderful album for her fans and for her lovely daughter and fianceé. Insipiring pop album during a hard time that will bring a smile to your face, fan or not. The critics are the true clowns. Fave songs, the awesome Never Really Over, europhic Teary eyes, clubby Cry about it later, the inspiring Resilient, Tucked(srsly awesome cheekyKaty is back and better than ever thanks to this wonderful album for her fans and for her lovely daughter and fianceé. Insipiring pop album during a hard time that will bring a smile to your face, fan or not. The critics are the true clowns. Fave songs, the awesome Never Really Over, europhic Teary eyes, clubby Cry about it later, the inspiring Resilient, Tucked(srsly awesome cheeky concept lmao), Crowd anthem Only Love and the beautiful and sweet Daisies and What makes a woman directed to her daughter. 10/10 album, will keep on listening to these "cliché" songs quote by those clowns again and again.… Expand
  9. GregPerry
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album is AMAZING! experimental melodies, a pleasant return to elettropop, with an 80’s mix, all accompained by introspective lyrics. My favourites are Cry About It Later and Tucked, but also Not The End of the World and Teary Eyes don’t joke! If you’re searching for a Dance album, Smile is the one for you!
  10. hr_miguel
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think this album is based on how katy was in her depression, this album have 0 skips its her best, I am very happy for her and orlando to have a child.… Expand
  11. davealipante
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    With Smile, Perry assures that she delivers and executes carefully crafted songwriting and rhythmic melodies, much needed at the time being of its release.
  12. kk_matthew
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    SMILE is a perfect album. Every single song is perfect, catchy, and well-produced. People are giving this album bad reviews on purpose. Please give it a try and don't trust the critics.
  13. Lucacomputer
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    its so good perfect
    talented brilliant incredible amazinf showstopping

    miss katy did that
  14. omerfarooq
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album is so good every song literally every song on tbis album is my favourite she gave birth to two childern and im very happy that her real fans are very happy for this **** masterpiece love and respect to legend katy perry love ~ light ❤
  15. lee_cook
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Her best album to date, no skips and pure pop perfection. Teary eyes and Cry about it later need to be singles!!
  16. AmixHades
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    The best album in the history! I cry then listen all of the songs. Katy grow up with Smile and I really love that. My favorite tracks are Only Love, Cry About It Later, Teary Eyes, Not The End Of The World and Daisies. The first is so emotional for me. Katy Perry is the best
  17. Josiebombshell
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Album Is Perfect Been On Repeat All Day Love It Deserves No Hate (I’m Looking At You Kpop And Taylor Fans)
  18. Nagini19
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece!!, full of beautiful songs and meanings. This album represent what katy is, a fantastic person and artist.
  19. iamomerfarooq
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    I have no words to describe this master piece she did it and made the best album of the year byt still they are gonna talk about witness they dont even know what was witness it is also a master piece they didnt want a new genre just listen to these 2 master piece u will listen to every song. She did it Kathryn more love and respect to yoy periodt!I'm
  20. Popob09
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. bestttttttttttttttttt albummmmmmmmmm everrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr… Expand
  21. erezivanir
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Aoty, the best album of 2020. Resilient, Cry About Later and Not The End Of The World
  22. lulusmill
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Smile tem músicas boas e perfeitas, eu achei o álbum incrível e totalmente muito bom
  23. redwilson13
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best album of 2020.
    Just because it's over doesn't mean it's really over
    And if I think it over, maybe you'll be comin' over again
    And I'll have to get over you all over again
    Just because it's over doesn't mean it's really over
    And if I think it over, maybe you'll be comin' over again
    And I'll have to get over you all over again    … Expand
  24. Chriss638
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Such a great album! Daisies is literally my favourite. This albums brings me joy and is full of bops!
  25. thirthehe
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Amazing album, every song is a masterpiece. From the first track to the last, I have found myself listening to it over and over again.
  26. rafaelb
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This is literal ART The lyrics are glory, because it could save lives The rythms are unexpected un this times but 100% Truth and real as Katy always has been
  27. Giove
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    THE BEEEESTTTT!!!! Love her!!!! Love this album!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
  28. Pinedac
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    smile is a great source of inspiration and creativity, it may not have a story, but it transmits that special vibe that only a true fan would have
  29. andreamo
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Only Love and Not The End Of The World aren’t just tracks from Katy Perry’s new album, #Smile, they’re CULTURAL RESETS and THE BEST SONGS OF 2020, they are the oxygen you breathe, they’re a lifestyle, a reason to breathe, an escape from this cruel world filled with thieves. they’re art, the first gift you open on xmas, a hug from a loved one, everything you’ve ever wanted.… Expand
  30. Pjlugo
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This is beatyful,
    Es hermoso este álbum sencillamente sus melodias son un gran alivio para nuestros oídos.
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58

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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