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

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  1. juaumbariou
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Com 'Smile', Katy realmente reencontrou seu sorriso. Desde faixas como Not the End of the World, que trazem uma mensagem de superação, á What Makes A Woman, o que podemos chamar de uma linda música com uma mensagem linda e feminista. Até mesmo quem está triste, com certeza, tem vontade de abrir o sorriso ouvindo essa obra de arte. Infelizmente, você se cobrou demais Kath, mas fez o melhorCom 'Smile', Katy realmente reencontrou seu sorriso. Desde faixas como Not the End of the World, que trazem uma mensagem de superação, á What Makes A Woman, o que podemos chamar de uma linda música com uma mensagem linda e feminista. Até mesmo quem está triste, com certeza, tem vontade de abrir o sorriso ouvindo essa obra de arte. Infelizmente, você se cobrou demais Kath, mas fez o melhor álbum que ouvi há tempos! Obrigado, não só á Katy, mas á Katherine, que teve a força de compor e fazer esse álbum tão pessoal e sensível. Obrigado, obrigado, por essa obra genial!… Expand
  2. RenanMagalhaes
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is great, Katy make my smile back after listen to it. It's her best work
  3. Geanlluca
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry brought one of the best jobs of her career with Smile. Pop in its essence, lyrics that tell the journey out of the darkness and find the light and visuals that only she can deliver. You who complain so much about the lack of POP support this woman. Katy even pregnant did an incredible job with the whole process of creating and promoting the smile album, and I'm in love with eachKaty Perry brought one of the best jobs of her career with Smile. Pop in its essence, lyrics that tell the journey out of the darkness and find the light and visuals that only she can deliver. You who complain so much about the lack of POP support this woman. Katy even pregnant did an incredible job with the whole process of creating and promoting the smile album, and I'm in love with each song, every good feeling it conveys leaves me with a smile on my face and confident that everything we are experiencing will pass.… Expand
  4. Jorgikenwal
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The album gives so much good vibes. And lyrically empowerment with catchy melodies and good production. This is the best album in 2020
  5. paulohenrry
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing album!! There's no bad songs!!! She work so hard for this, deserve all the aclaim!
  6. Josu0510
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es un excelente álbum, la artista nos quiere mostrar como podemos convertir nuestro llanto en una sonrisa.
  7. goldenchampagne
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    Therapy, Recovery, Happiness and Love are all in an harmonious order. Though some critics say that she does not come out from her line Perry reflects her 20/20 vision through a new metaphorical and optimistic lyrics with new collaborators.
  8. Aliceleticia
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It is already more than 10 years of career, and Kate Again brings what to face in the last years, which in this case was depression, Katy managed to bring in a wonderful, positivist and in a way cheerful way, making not only her recover her smile, but all of us. It is normal for critics to complain and seek more seekers to talk about her personal life, but unfortunately, this is the machoIt is already more than 10 years of career, and Kate Again brings what to face in the last years, which in this case was depression, Katy managed to bring in a wonderful, positivist and in a way cheerful way, making not only her recover her smile, but all of us. It is normal for critics to complain and seek more seekers to talk about her personal life, but unfortunately, this is the macho world we live in, but Perry is not only "copying" what she has already done, but passing on her emotions in the last 3 years, in the most positive way possible.… Expand
  9. anacarolyn
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    impeccable work with a very beautiful message. katy is to be congratulated and this is certainly one of her best works.
  10. pedrobuffay
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry just released the best pop album of the year (and probably the best of her career). Proving that the expert music critics are wrong, she can easily pleaser her own fans and makes them want more and more!
    You definitely can’t miss this album!
  11. meanxtony
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best pop album of 2020, she delivered everything on this record, there's no weak song on this pop masterpiece, thank you for that katy, you deserve the world
  12. IgorC
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her best album . Album Of The Year . **** THE CRITIC . Katy Perry i love yoy
  13. JonnGaab
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the album is very good, it has extremely good and iconic songs that stay in mind, for example Not The End Of The World, others don't have a big impact, but in general the album is well built… Expand
  14. franciscoahe
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    to be honest, Smile is her best album so far, idk why the critics hate her, this album is glorious, a masterpiece, i really really love it ❤️
  15. ricardo11pires
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is her return to what she does better then anyone, pop bangers, songs like Cry about it Later, Never Really Over and Teary Eyes are the kind of song that makes us want dance, NTEOTW is a trap infused dramatic song which suits her voice perfectly.
  16. Davidsalinas
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    Después de Testigo y su era llena de problemas, depresión, burla y rechazó global, ella regresa renovada en este hermoso viaje de una payasita triste que finalmente encuentra plenitud, esperanza y amor propio, sonrisa nos demuestra lo que podemos lograr cuando creemos en nosotros mismos, solo las personas que no vivimos en una burbuja y que realmente apreciamos el esfuerzo de los demásDespués de Testigo y su era llena de problemas, depresión, burla y rechazó global, ella regresa renovada en este hermoso viaje de una payasita triste que finalmente encuentra plenitud, esperanza y amor propio, sonrisa nos demuestra lo que podemos lograr cuando creemos en nosotros mismos, solo las personas que no vivimos en una burbuja y que realmente apreciamos el esfuerzo de los demás podremos ver lo hermoso de esta nueva era, los ánimos a que le den una oportunidad al álbum, entiendan su temática, sus letras y escuchen lo placentero que son muchas de sus canciones, con amor a la mujer que me demostró que vale la pena seguir vivo y que todo tiene solución en esta vida, muchas gracias Katheryn.… Expand
  17. CAMILVILLE
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es un gran álbum,donde muchos de sus temas son muy pegajosos,Lo que demuestra que las divas del pop son arte: folklore,chromatica y smile
    Excelente trabajo katy. viva el pop
  18. TheTrueAbout
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Engraçado a crítica meter o pau na Katy Perry ao dizer que ela não sai do mesmo, onde faz letras e melodias básicas sem conceito, mas esquecem que após o lançamento de Witness, seu quarto álbum de estúdio, foi massacrada por tentar fazer algo diferente, levando a depressão. Smile é o retorno triunfal que faltava em sua carreira, trazendo um clima dançante, com uma pegada aka Katy Perry,Engraçado a crítica meter o pau na Katy Perry ao dizer que ela não sai do mesmo, onde faz letras e melodias básicas sem conceito, mas esquecem que após o lançamento de Witness, seu quarto álbum de estúdio, foi massacrada por tentar fazer algo diferente, levando a depressão. Smile é o retorno triunfal que faltava em sua carreira, trazendo um clima dançante, com uma pegada aka Katy Perry, com toques e ritmos que lembram seus antigos álbuns, como o Prism (sucesso absoluto). Smile e a volta do sorriso da nova mamãe e a reabertura novamente de seu legado. Deveriam largar o pé da Katy e criticar realmente as músicas, não a persona Katheryn, não é de hoje que a mídia e os grandes sites fazem um eterno caça as bruxas a cantora, pelo seu posicionamento político e seu jeito de ser. SMILE, entrega vocais, performances, tranquilidade, calmaria mediante a uma época de caos. Com pontos altos e medianos, não se encontra um single ruim. É ser totalmente ignorante querer comparar os lançamentos atuais com "Roar", "Firework" ou "Dark Horse", o pop muda, o estilo muda, e o público junto. Não estamos no auge do estilo como a 10/8 anos atras. Os fogos não se apagaram, o doce não azedou e o rugido ainda se mantém. Parabéns Katy Perry, pelo seu legado aos 35 anos de idade, e mais de 10 anos de carreira, ser relevante e estar na mídia como você nesse tempo onde, artistas femininas precisam sempre se renovar e se reafirmar devido a mídia e as críticas machistas, não é para qualquer um. Saiba que o MEU SORRISO você conquistou e sempre conquistará!… Expand
  19. Namibia
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her best album
    Cry about it later
    Teary Eyes
    Resilient
    Not the end of the world are my favorites
  20. Valtterjuniors
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Smile finaliza com uma música nota 6 e uma 5,5 e o restante só aclamação, pra mim é o álbum onde ela mistura tudo que todo mundo quer ouvir do melódico Katy Perry ao Trap Katy Perry. É o trabalho mais intenso dela e maduro, é triste e melancólico, é depressivo e encorajador, é Katy Perry (a própria que os fãs disseram q foi perdida na era witness).
    Smile pode não ser um fenômeno mundial    Smile finaliza com uma música nota 6 e uma 5,5 e o restante só aclamação, pra mim é o álbum onde ela mistura tudo que todo mundo quer ouvir do melódico Katy Perry ao Trap Katy Perry. É o trabalho mais intenso dela e maduro, é triste e melancólico, é depressivo e encorajador, é Katy Perry (a própria que os fãs disseram q foi perdida na era witness).
    Smile pode não ser um fenômeno mundial igual o teenage dream foi mas com certeza é um de seus melhores trabalhos. Valter Junior's Magazine    … Expand
  21. felipewirys
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Who cares about the review of critics? This album is perfect, songs that touch the soul of those who listen, with every line and beat. Congratulations Katy, Smile is perfect.
  22. 1thundercloud
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is just art, each and every song puts you in a very good mood and makes you want to sing them and dance in a very good mood this album is very complete all the sounds and lyrics are magnificent, you will definitely deserve all the recognition, affection and admiration of the whole musical industry Katy Perry to do an excellent job to do an excellent job
  23. guiferso
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think is very courageous to release an album with no featuring voice besides Katy Perry. She did it with glamor and with her deepest feelings. It is possible to see the smooth of all songs and how they heal while you go through it. My love for Cry about it later, Resilient, Champagne Problems and Tucked. She is definitely doing what she did best: sing with soul!… Expand
  24. MilaWick
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Album fulfilled what it promised, making fans smile again. Fun and dancing album, which at the same time shows the release of Katy Perry from her old demons. Katy presents a clear and light world, with love and fun. A new rebirth for your work, cohesive and coherent.
  25. rramonbarbosa
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    After facing depression and rejection in a very dramatic way, Katy puts on Smile s story that tells the trajectory of conscience that the singer acquired in these years of music industry. The tracks are danceable, nostalgic, fresh but still sounds dramatic. Perry really is back!
  26. GuiDeucherr
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Álbum do ano! Katy Perry serviu tudo e muito mais, por isso eu a amo tanto ❤
  27. kxtystriangle
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    honest and hopeful- the two words I will use to describe this album. it's a reminder of positivity in these trying times and with dance bangers, it's the ultimate relief everyone needs in their lives. fvck critics and their distorted view of the world.
  28. lucasnascv
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is a solid pop perfection. She does a truly and honesty work, talking about her fears, dreams and the journey to self love. It’s a breath of hope on those dark times we are living. Tucked and What Makes A Woman are a masterpiece. Be alive on the Future Nostalgia, Chromatica, Sawayama and Smile year it’s such a privilege.
  29. Mtg2017
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Best album of her career. She give to me a reason to comeback to smile again
  30. plmddsilvia
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album for me is amazing. Is perfect. There isn't a song that you can say "this one is bad". There's maybe one or two that you don't like that much (or aren't so great as the others) but Smile is perfect for me. Is right what we needed from the pop industry, especially in those pandemic times. The only sad thing is that 'High on your supply' is exclusive for Target and the JapaneseThis album for me is amazing. Is perfect. There isn't a song that you can say "this one is bad". There's maybe one or two that you don't like that much (or aren't so great as the others) but Smile is perfect for me. Is right what we needed from the pop industry, especially in those pandemic times. The only sad thing is that 'High on your supply' is exclusive for Target and the Japanese version. I can't wait to be available on streaming. It's a masterpiece just like Teenage Dream.… Expand
  31. AryanTijil
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Katy brings back the classic pure pop bangers of 2010 with this album and it is very evident in tracks like Tucked, Cry About It Later & Never Really Over. She also manages to bring in emotional ballads such as Only Love and What Makes A Woman.
    Truly, Album Of The Year    … Expand
  32. CVRI
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazin' how she show us her personal evolution and put all this madure lyrics on the album. Real Pop Perfection!!!
  33. Zaharaglam
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Extremamente lendária, Katy Perry está de volta pra mostrar com quantos dentes se faz um belo sorriso
  34. JAIUG
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    ALBUM OF THE YEAR! I'M GRATEFUL WHIT THIS❤ KATY QUEEN LEGEND OF POP .
  35. andresnicolas
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Ella viene nos dio un álbum increíble de corazón para los fans verdaderamente ella nos sacó una sonrisa y nos puso a bailar con canciones como teary eyes , Tucked y llorar con only love
  36. WillScottt
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy has managed to reclaim her place at the table of pop superpowers with this breathtaking reclamation of her emotions during her last album, ‘Witness’. Her new album ‘Smile’ showcases perfectly her blossoming musical style, evolving meticulously from her first album ‘One of the Boys’ to the pop perfection of ‘Teenage Dream’ and ‘Prism’, Katy has been able to swim through the swamp ofKaty has managed to reclaim her place at the table of pop superpowers with this breathtaking reclamation of her emotions during her last album, ‘Witness’. Her new album ‘Smile’ showcases perfectly her blossoming musical style, evolving meticulously from her first album ‘One of the Boys’ to the pop perfection of ‘Teenage Dream’ and ‘Prism’, Katy has been able to swim through the swamp of terrible collaborations and meaningless trends, to present a flawless look at pop music, past and future. This is truly an album that should be listened by someone in order to gain an understanding of pop excellence, and will be sure to make every listener SMILE!… Expand
  37. FranHdez
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's incredible how she's improved herself. It's an amazing, beautiful, danceable and funny album. She deserves a lot of.… Expand
  38. JP_Oliveira
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    E mais uma vez Katy entregando um álbum maravilhoso, um grande álbum, como sempre dando seu melhor, nota-se sua evolução tanto vocalmente como em suas composições, o amadurecimento é nítido, o álbum é sobre esperança, sobre não perder seus sonhos, sua alegria, e sim o álbum nos da um sorriso, nos alegra, nos faz dançar, eu gostei muito do álbum, e desejo todo sucesso do mundo para KatyE mais uma vez Katy entregando um álbum maravilhoso, um grande álbum, como sempre dando seu melhor, nota-se sua evolução tanto vocalmente como em suas composições, o amadurecimento é nítido, o álbum é sobre esperança, sobre não perder seus sonhos, sua alegria, e sim o álbum nos da um sorriso, nos alegra, nos faz dançar, eu gostei muito do álbum, e desejo todo sucesso do mundo para Katy Perry.… Expand
  39. Pamelalovestay
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    I enjoy the album, some songs are great and I like the message of some of them, I won’t put a 10 just because I think there was something missing.
    It’s not a bad album to be honest :)
  40. Axeladp
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Es uno de los mejores álbumes del 2020, amo la energía que transmite cada canción, la viz de Katy, los sonidos y sobre todo la manera en la que nos hace feliz con estas canciones, el álbum es buenísimo Es todo lo que necesitábamos!
    Katy recuperó su sonrisa
  41. katys_daisies
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    She has finally got her smile back! This album is such a bop, every song is just perfect and amazing. It’s an album that has no skips in between songs. Every lyric in all the songs are just beautiful. Lastly “SMILE” the album did give me the BIGGEST smile :))
  42. xemmaboo
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is a masterpiece. There is no skips on this album, its pop music at its finest and each song tells a beautiful story. Its fun and classic Katy Perry but with a new storyline. Im glad Katy got back her smile and I’m glad she gave me a smile while listening to the album!!! Love it!!! X
  43. Dorian1998
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I really love how it seems like she divided her album in 4 chapters: Therapy, Recovery, Happiness and True Love.
  44. Serena21
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    She finally knows how to do a masterpiece. We can all agree that maybe her past records had some fillers but now she brinds us a skipless masterpiece
  45. KeV1N2020
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Honestly, this is the album I have longed to hear since 2017, I feel that Katy is beginning to gather strength to smile again and give her best in this new work, I don't know how criticism can still be so destructive living from "expert or professional critics "That this album is given a terrible rating while a disgusting remix such as Madonna was given 4 stars, metatric de ería to be something serious in the critics and not let anyone who pretends to be a" professional critic "can comment if you have the mind of a child.… Expand
  46. CristianPerry
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I finished listening to the entire album and this is my opinion: such a wonderful album with a spectacular production, which takes you to an ecstasy, it is very noticeable that Katy tried hard to give us this, and of course we feel like it takes us on an astral journey , I really recommend this work a lot, take some time to analyze the rhythms and the lyrics, I assure you that some ofI finished listening to the entire album and this is my opinion: such a wonderful album with a spectacular production, which takes you to an ecstasy, it is very noticeable that Katy tried hard to give us this, and of course we feel like it takes us on an astral journey , I really recommend this work a lot, take some time to analyze the rhythms and the lyrics, I assure you that some of them will personally like this album is the best I have heard and you know that I am a fan of the rhythms of audio productions and I'm really impressed with this album. I give it ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ a 100% rating… Expand
  47. ranazeshan6
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It's literally a masterpiece.. Everyone should buy & stream this album.. This album deserves all the praise and support in the world.. It's like a bottle of lightning in this time of despair and escape from this cruel world
  48. Lkas
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Best album of Katy's career, it's a bop. There isn't any bad song! It inspired me a lot!
  49. Atharv
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Finally she got back her lost smile .The Album is full of great songs after great song .Skipless Album ..… Expand
  50. anyoani
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    might be my new favorite katy perry album. this album shows her real emotions, she was completely transparent and true with the lyrics yet she managed to make bops after bops and there isn’t one single skip
  51. Thegr8underdog
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    GREAT ALBUM!!! LOVE THE PRODUCTION, VOCALS, LYRICS. EVERYTHING IS SO good. One of her best albums
  52. OurWitnessBae
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Un álbum muy madura, que enseña el amor propio y aceptación, sobretodo como recuperar la felicidad después de tiempos difíciles. Es lo mejor que Katy ha publicado hasta el momento. ¡Un aplauso!… Expand
  53. AlexVetokhin
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry is back with new pop bible! ‘Smile’ is full of bops & potential hits. Cry About It later, Tucked & Only Love — are the best new tracks. Simply the greatest album of this new decade!
  54. SanyaA
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is a great album. I love Katy Perry and her new album Smile! All tracks are gorgeous, Katy you are cool! My rating is 10/10!
  55. EssJee
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is a not just an album it's a story , a story that has a deep meaning
    Getting our smile back is not an easy thing. no hate , only love to this record
    Love you Katy!
  56. TeacherKevs
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The positivity of this album is what we need at this time. It’s released in the perfect time to uplift us and to keep us going. Katy has provided range and styles in this album which definitely showcased her versatility as an artist while delivering a coherent message of resilience, hope, and happiness.
  57. Pepeverag
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Her best album to date!
    You should look at all her songs in this era, it's all single worth material
  58. WW8
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The confident Katy Perry is BACK! "Cry About It Later" and "Not the End of the World" are the two exceptional written songs in the album. A slight problem of Witness is that the background instrumental music is a little bit dull and way too auto-tunes, however, "Cry About It Later" and "Not the End of the World" have multiple gorgeous layers of background instrumental and demonstrateThe confident Katy Perry is BACK! "Cry About It Later" and "Not the End of the World" are the two exceptional written songs in the album. A slight problem of Witness is that the background instrumental music is a little bit dull and way too auto-tunes, however, "Cry About It Later" and "Not the End of the World" have multiple gorgeous layers of background instrumental and demonstrate Katy's incredible ability to compose a song just like in Teenage Dream and Prism eras.… Expand
  59. ElmerBitar
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry once more showcases her strength in crafting pop gems! Highlights like ‘Never Really Over’ and ‘Resilient’ prove to top tier production with wordplay that just brings a smile to your face! Perry explores newer concepts in songs like ‘Cry About It Later’ and ‘Not The End Of The World’ giving the listener a range of emotional connection.
  60. MikeKP1989
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este álbum muestra el verdadero ser de una gran artista, fuera de sonidos pegadisos dentro se encuentran letras con poder y sentimientos, una montaña rusa entre bailar y llorar al mismo tiempo… Expand
  61. twobias
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    OMG, I looove this album so much. This is such a BOP! Her best album so far.
  62. Pamelamelgar
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Álbum of they year Smile has all is moved your lirycs are Beauty Champagne problema is one of the Best of álbum y not the end world… Expand
  63. Luan_messias
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Álbum coeso, maduro e que descreve perfeitamente como é a recuperação da depressão.
  64. kcmatteooo
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    ALBUM OF THE YEAR, After all she’s been through she deserves all the love and the light in this world. I don’t get why critics are being so harsh towards her, it’s literally her best album and I’m not saying this just because I’m a fan. It’s the truth
  65. Jamesperryat
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is a collapse! One of these songs is on the top of her discography for me and its not the end of the world.
  66. Dontshootkitten
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of her best work! And She really listens what the fans loves! You need to appreciate that… Expand
  67. witnessmatt
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The queen of pure pop is back and better than ever, this is Katy Perry at her best. Each track delivers an euphoric uplifting get out of your seat urgency but it’s filled with deeper undertone lyrics which is personally my favourite style of music. Smile is 10/10.
  68. LuisHudson
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    El mejor álbum que escuché.

    Katy dijo "Ojalá sólo conmigo baste", y sí, estoy realmente satisfecho, ya que no tiene colaboraciones, pero igual me dejó super obsesionado con cada una de las canciones.
    Mis favoritas son Cry About It Later, Tucked, Only Love y Not The End Of The World.
    Tienen que escucharla!
    Que pena que la critica no sepa apreciar tanto arte.
  69. Ryaannn
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    Overall I really like the album. It shares similar characteristics with her previous albums Prism and Witness. The Album is truly inspirational.. My favourite tracks were What Makes a Woman, Tucked and Only Love. Katy definitely didn't let us down. The album loses minor points due to it not being very cohesive, and also 1 or 2 forgettable songs.
  70. Chocorus
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Fresh, bubbly, powerful voice. Katy Perry finally got her smile back, and it shows.
  71. FrankBloom21
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is her best and one of the best album of 2020.
    She proved again that shes one of the best popstars of all time    … Expand
  72. weyetness
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Finally, Miss Perry has outdone herself with this album full of BOPS that can easily make you dance until you break your legs or cry your heart to track number 11 Only Love. This is definitely Katy's best album and is undoubtedly Album Of The Year. The World needs an album like this during this tiring times to get through it with a BIG AND BRIGHT SMILE.
  73. neverealyover
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    i dont know a better album i dont the way she redefined what pop music is so flawlessly. truly the queen!
  74. JayjayDoria
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    All I can say is that katy perry is back, her journey in the music industry is such amazing, all her albums are beautifully empowering, all bops. on her latest album "SMILE" i love it 100/10 for me, everything is beautiful keep buying and streaming because deserves that.
  75. Madhavgaur
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Exactly what you need during this merciless lockdown. She's done it again. What a great album!
  76. jasminecshaw
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy definitely has her Smile back with her new album. Full of joy, happiness, resilience and hope. She always goes above and beyond with her records.
  77. Tariqterry
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    During this pandemic, this album will allow u to come down and dance! It’s very positive...love it. Harleys in Hawaii issa classic
  78. elzaa
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry has yet again proved that she cannot write a bad song! This album is her big return from the Witness hate train and i think she did it like no other. SMILE is so personal and deep lyrically but sonically it calls for a dance party. I think everyone should give this album good few listens before they judge! It's incredible.
  79. thegen
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is clearly her best album, critics don’t have ears. The production is amazing, lyrics are very relatable and she is glowing !
  80. ChristiaNtucked
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Just Love. Welcome to the new pop bible,
    I’m in love with her new Job. Gorg Katy, gorg.
  81. ambrizroberto
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Buen album, buenas letras, buen ritmo, lastima que metacritic menosprecie el trabajo de katy, creo que ha sido uno de sus mejores trabajos, me encantó
  82. RaulHdez
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esta lleno de hermosas canciones! Lo único malo es que tiene un final, pero se soluciona volviendo a reproducirlo, las mejores canciones son Never Really Over, Cry About It Later, Teary Eyes, Champagne Problems, Harleys In Hawaii, Tucked y Only Love… Expand
  83. Bchap
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    All the critics seem to instantly go back to teenage dream as the comparison to smile forgetting they gave the album a poor score of 40 collectively. This album from start to finish is one of her most personal and honest albums to date. Critics will always seem to review Katy Perry the person not the albums in question, but seeing collectively the fans and other pop music listeners reallyAll the critics seem to instantly go back to teenage dream as the comparison to smile forgetting they gave the album a poor score of 40 collectively. This album from start to finish is one of her most personal and honest albums to date. Critics will always seem to review Katy Perry the person not the albums in question, but seeing collectively the fans and other pop music listeners really falling in love with this record is proof enough Smile is a great comeback.… Expand
  84. rayDisco
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Getting her powers again from the hate and bad criticisms of her past album, Perry really got back her smile by telling us a story through the 12 tracks from the album. She was true about being resilient and loved. Giving us her another inspirational and empowering feels with the maturity and the authenticity of being Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson . Katy Perry deserves a perfect score of 10.… Expand
  85. rebeccavh
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Smile has no skips and is her best album yet. The critics giving the album 20/100 are obviously doing it because they like the attention.
  86. Opa_pachuau
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Such a nice upgrade from her previous works ...... This cleary shows her growth mentally and spiritually....
  87. Ale_mtz
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    One of her best albums, it contains only bops.
    It makes me realize the process to get back her smile!
  88. ethanivorylewis
    Aug 28, 2020
    9
    Smile is the perfect pop comeback for Katy, with the bad reception to her last album ‘Witness’ Smile delves into the struggles she has faced in her day to day life since then. Starting with energetic and refreshing classic pop tracks such as ‘Never Really Over’, ‘’Cry About It Later’, and ‘Teary Eyes’ Katy spreads messages of encouragement, empowerment and perseverance which is exactlySmile is the perfect pop comeback for Katy, with the bad reception to her last album ‘Witness’ Smile delves into the struggles she has faced in her day to day life since then. Starting with energetic and refreshing classic pop tracks such as ‘Never Really Over’, ‘’Cry About It Later’, and ‘Teary Eyes’ Katy spreads messages of encouragement, empowerment and perseverance which is exactly what the world needs during these trying times. These new sounds are really experimental for Katy and showcase Katy’s ability to adapt and keep up with new trends and new sounds. Furthermore, we delve deeper into Katy’s witty writing style and stellar vocal deliver with empowering songs such as ‘Daisies’ and ‘Resilient’. Both judiciously portraying the raw emotion Katy felt after the rejection of her fourth studio album ‘Witness’. Then we come to ‘Not The End Of The World’, this drop-weight pop masterpiece is produced flawlessly, conveying a dark theme with such empowering lyrics. The use of the Bananarama ‘Na Na Hey Hey’ sample was so clever as it really added to the message the song was trying to convey. Then we arrive to a section of the album which focuses on the complexities of Katy’s relationships over the past three years; with ‘Champagne Problems’ communicating a fun message of love and the back and forth that comes with it, creating for a fun relatable song with an upbeat and catchy production. ‘Tucked’ gives us a glimpse of the only Teenage Dream Katy writing style we have came to know and love, taking a fun message of youthful obsession aided by the quirky production. ‘Harley’s In Hawaii’ is a mouthwatering track, this style of music nobody is doing right now really putting her in her own lane, the stunning use of guitar and traditional instrument creates for a summer love anthem, furthermore the fun and addictive lyrics really draw you in and captivate your senses, almost synaesthetic in its story-telling. The penultimate track ‘Only Love’ is an adorable homage to the art of Love. This track is produced in a way that complements Katy’s vocals and lyrics sending shivers down your spine at some points the vocal/instrumental combo is that beautiful. This song really shows how Katy has grown and became stronger, we see how the resilience gained from the other tracks have had an impact. The final track ‘What Makes A Woman’ id a beautiful homage to all women, but specifically her beautiful baby girl ‘Daisy Dove Bloom’ conveying a message of empowerment. In these gloomy times we really needed this incredible feminist anthem, also making for the perfect closer to the album, really the epitome of resilience, change and regaining your smile.… Expand
  89. SUSHANK
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Loved Album so much,it's full of bangers after bangers,it's AOTY,best album of Katy
  90. AliciaWonders
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Great pop album, full of great songs to listen at our living room dance floor (thanks Corona for that) like Cry About It Later, Tucked or Champagne Problems, mid-tempo ballads like Only Love or What Makes A Woman and empowering anthems such as Daisies and Resilient.
    Smile was clearly created to tell an empowering story of Katy, as she fought her demons and went through a devastating    Great pop album, full of great songs to listen at our living room dance floor (thanks Corona for that) like Cry About It Later, Tucked or Champagne Problems, mid-tempo ballads like Only Love or What Makes A Woman and empowering anthems such as Daisies and Resilient.
    Smile was clearly created to tell an empowering story of Katy, as she fought her demons and went through a devastating depression. But instead of pity herself, she shares an optimistic point of view where, no matter how low you (or her) are, there’s always light at the end of the tunnel.
    As we are in the middle of a pandemic, and we still have a long way ahead, I’m glad Katy decided to deliver this fun, dance and empowering album so we can forget for almost 50 minutes how devastating 2020 is, and just dance with our Teary Eyes.    … Expand
  91. miguee_2000
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    SMILE by Katy Perry is not just an album, it’s a lifestyle, a reason to breathe, its a work of art, the first gift u open on christmas, a hug from a loved one, everything you have ever wanted, everything you ever needed.

    Best Songs: Not the End of the World, Only Love & Teary Eyes
  92. Nbooth89
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Great album, I think it’s a different sound. Some people saying it’s similar to past albums but I don’t think she’s had this modern dance sound before. I love the message this album carry’s and I think a lot of critic have been overly unfair on this. Album is full off hope and perfect for the time.
  93. chainedtothexo
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Smile perfectly encapsulates Katy's own story of pain, resilience and growth. Amidst isolation, agony, anxiety and divisiveness, Smile's timing is perfectly right. It showcases her vocal prowess and her ability to turn her own pain and recovery into a collection of empowering anthems that resonate well with a lot of her listeners and the general public.
  94. yangyuhao
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    After three years of depressing time,she finally get back her smile."Smile" is the best album of katy.
  95. Joseph1986
    Aug 28, 2020
    7
    This is definitely one of Katy Perry's best works, mixing nostalgia with the future. It sounds like a perfect mix between "Teenage Dream" and "Prism", having more similarities to "Prism", looking like a continuation of it.
    Although Katy Perry has not yet left her comfort zone, pop music, in this album she reflects things about herself and not about the world around her, as she did in her    This is definitely one of Katy Perry's best works, mixing nostalgia with the future. It sounds like a perfect mix between "Teenage Dream" and "Prism", having more similarities to "Prism", looking like a continuation of it.
    Although Katy Perry has not yet left her comfort zone, pop music, in this album she reflects things about herself and not about the world around her, as she did in her previous, more experiential and daring album, "Witness ".
    Even though the sound and melodies of the album are not very different from what Katy Perry has done since the beginning of her career, topics such as mental health, healing, therapy, recovery, happiness, true love, overcoming, feminism and the search for happiness amidst the difficulties, make this album the most personal of Katy Perry's career, with sincere and very personal lyrics.
    In conclusion, this is undoubtedly one of the most pure pop albums of this year, which despite not always seeming cohesive in some parts, Katy Perry ends up putting a smile on our mouth!!    … Expand
  96. Katysfolk
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. BEST KATY PERRY ALBUM OF ALL TIME.BEST POP ALBUM SINCE LOVER ( Folklore is alternative album).. Critics are stupid tasteless. They criticised Teenage dream when it came out calling it ‘ Simple and boring and forgettable ’ and now after 10 years when its still breaking and making records they are praising it left and right... ITS A MASTERPIECE !!!! KATY DIDN'T COME TO PLAY THIS ERA . SHE SNAPPED HARD !!!… Expand
  97. Khaleddd
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I love this album so much. There are so many heartbreak moments she is talking about in her songs. I love the harmony of the songs. Teary eyes and tucked are definitely my favorite one's, thank you, Katy Perry ❤
  98. M77
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album feels so fresh yet so nostalgic to Katy's old sound. The mix of both is a perfect fit with this new/old colorful era Katy gas given us with her new record " Smile ". The album tracks from 1 - 12 are perfect put together which brings the album to a full circle. It's fun, it's pop, it's Katy Perry.… Expand
  99. tonnyrdz10
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    is the best álbum by katy, Cry about it later is best song and tucked this récord is beatiful
  100. josete
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    this album is full of bops, katy returned to her old-self after her critisised WITNESS journey, and what a way to be back!!! the storyine and lyrics are breathtaking.... so happy that you got back that smile Katheryn, thanks for sharing this journey with the world. Probably her best album, but haters gonna hate, because it is difficult to watch how a woman arise and creates one of the bestthis album is full of bops, katy returned to her old-self after her critisised WITNESS journey, and what a way to be back!!! the storyine and lyrics are breathtaking.... so happy that you got back that smile Katheryn, thanks for sharing this journey with the world. Probably her best album, but haters gonna hate, because it is difficult to watch how a woman arise and creates one of the best albums of the year (if it is not the best).… Expand
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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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