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. Alamoon
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry deserves nothing but love and respect!

    This is such an amazing album. Some songs are real bops, like Not the End of the world and Cry About it Later, which has the best production after Never Really Over. Only Love and What Makes a Woman are the est ballads.

    I mean, Katy Perry gave us an album and promoted during a pandemic and while being pregnant.
  2. justamusiclover
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Great lyrics, great instrumentals and gorgeous vocals!! Smile's message is what the the world needs at the moment.
  3. joamuch4
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's too good. The album have a lot of diferent music. I like it a lot, i love it.… Expand
  4. lioness123
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The album is truly one of the finest released this year. Katy Perry has really achieved pop perfection again with this album. I don't know why the critics are targeting it but I can't agree with their review for the album. The songs feel personal and for someone who as been through as much stuff as Katy, it really feels like a deep dive into her emotions during her post-witness era. StreamThe album is truly one of the finest released this year. Katy Perry has really achieved pop perfection again with this album. I don't know why the critics are targeting it but I can't agree with their review for the album. The songs feel personal and for someone who as been through as much stuff as Katy, it really feels like a deep dive into her emotions during her post-witness era. Stream this album, you won't be disappointed.… Expand
  5. andrewskull
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Might be my favorite album from her, and that says something. There is literally no bad song on the album. I will have this album on repeat for many months to come.
  6. agll
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry's fifth album left us nothing but a Smile on our faces. I think this is her best album since she told us that it is a combination of Teenage Dream and Prism. Amidst the pandemic that we are facing, Katy delivered us a bundle of joy. This is one of the best thing that happened this year.
  7. chrxnvo
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    the pure essence of Katy, fresh, dancin, memorable and good lyrics, we really love.
  8. Colourburst
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    She's Got That Smile !

    I geninuely have no idea why these critics have been so harsh. This album is full of healing, fun and fabulous floor fillers. It really shows just how much Katy has grown over the years and there is definitly potential for a few chart toppers in here. I would highly reccomend this album as it's full of fun and really brought a smile to my face !
  9. JakeHopkins
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Such a hopeful and positive album that is so fresh yet feels so familiar. Katy really knows what she's doing and this is such a strong album.
  10. monaance
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is, in my opinion Katy's best album. It's no wonder she's getting awarded for leaving a positive impact on society through her music when she has so many beautiful, uplifting songs and this album is no exception. SMILE truly makes me happy
  11. Raficlown
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I really love this new Katy Perry album. She has her smile back! Smile is full of bops, a masterpiece.
  12. GiovanaCarvalho
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It’s PERFECT! Katy is the best! It’s very pop, like it should be because she’s a Pop Star. Her vocals are angelic and out of this world!
  13. Jhop25
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    perfect album, the message the album sends is beautiful, the songs talk and tells a beautiful story, very vocal and feeling, Katy Perry nailed it
  14. hish121
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is one of, if not her best work yet. The songs are meaningful, the production is phenomenal, the melodies are gorgeous, the lyrics are poetic. This album represents her strives to overcome the darkest period of her life and you can definitely tell. These songs are uplifting and exude light. This is the music the world needs right now. As she says in Only Love - “let me leave this world with the hate behind me, and take the love instead. give me only love.”
    This album will be a timeless classic in her discography. Mark my words.    … Expand
  15. amrooo
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I'm pretty sure the critics who gave it low score are talking about a different album, 'cause what I've heared is a musical masterpiece. Here best record so far.
  16. DidILie
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    AOTY MADE MY 2020 better, metacritics can d-word, it so good why is it on yellow
  17. joze_vini
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Um álbum que foi lançado em um momento especial na vida da katy, músicas esperançosas e dançantes, o pop que a artista sabe fazer de melhor. Cry about it later, Not the end of the World, Champagne problems e Only Love são destaques nessa obra completa e incrivelmente maravilhosa.
  18. xtiaaaannn
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Liking music is subjective. Professiona critics are neither above nor below all thr average listeners of songs on a daily basis. SMILE is a great album! If y’all gon rate the record based off Katy and not the album itself, then the credibility of each critic is just pure nonesense.
  19. albyroma03
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    I have been a Katy fan since 2010 when she released Teenage Dream which made pop history. After the sad flop of Witness (very deep and not for everyone), Katy wants to come back stronger than before. An album in which the desire to return to the Pure-Pop style that characterized her until 2015 is evident. Songs with a precise concept, new and always pressing sounds, Katy's inevitable touchI have been a Katy fan since 2010 when she released Teenage Dream which made pop history. After the sad flop of Witness (very deep and not for everyone), Katy wants to come back stronger than before. An album in which the desire to return to the Pure-Pop style that characterized her until 2015 is evident. Songs with a precise concept, new and always pressing sounds, Katy's inevitable touch of quality. A woman who in full pandemic and with a daughter in her womb worked tirelessly for her fans. Highly recommended! An advise: DON'T READ CRITICS REVIEWS! They are paid to write negatives reviews, trying to drag Katy's hard work. Trust me… Expand
  20. pauguallar
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry no disappoints when it come to create a fresh new disco pop sound for one of hers more important record
  21. Glenismiranda
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Powerful Music with excellent disco vibes and very catchy lyrics. Once can even notice the amount of handwork put into creating this masterpiece.
  22. Sammy32
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This must be the best album that Katy has ever released, this is pop perfection she got her smile back and she's not afraid to show it!
  23. katyperryandni1
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The instrumentals, the beats, the voice, the harmonization makes this the best album of 2020… Expand
  24. David_martin
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is her BEST album, i love the sound, lyrics and the concept. Great job Katy! finally she found her smile
  25. Fabiowjr
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy just served one of her most personal works, telling a story of resilience, overcoming and a
    fight to depression. With this album, she remember us one of the most importante purpose of the
    music: bring the real essence of the listener during many experiences in their lives.

    Favorite songs: Cry About It Later, Teary Eyes, Never Really Over and Tucked.
    Worst songs: None.
  26. Ernandes
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    O álbum é maravilhoso, creio de músicas cativantes e dançantes, um pop bem leve.
  27. Enzocevilan
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Me encanta el Álbum, nos dejo una Obra Maestra. Un álbum lleno de sentimientos y trabajo puesto en el mismo. Un viaje, una travesía hacia la sanación! Grande Katy!
  28. NicoHudson
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing. The best Katy Perry work ! The pop is Katy Perry. Cry about it later is FANTASTIC !
  29. JTAlipio
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. #SMILE isn’t just a album, it’s a cultural reset, it’s the oxygen you breathe, it’s a lifestyle, a reason to breathe, an escape from this cruel world, it’s art, the first gift you open on christmas, a hug from a loved one, everything you’ve ever wanted.… Expand
  30. vitor_machado
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Very cohesive album, all the songs touched me, thank you Katy for this incredible work, you are a light in the world!
  31. jeremiecrx
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Smile isn’t just an album... it’s a cultural reset, it’s the oxygen you breathe, it’s a lifestyle, a reason to live, an escape from this cruel world infected by the Covid-19, it’s art, the first gift you open on Christmas, a hug from a loved one, everything you wanted.

    Jk, seriously this albums SLAPS! Congratulations Katy!!! 1. Never Really Over 10/10 2. Cry About It Later 10/10 3. Teary    Smile isn’t just an album... it’s a cultural reset, it’s the oxygen you breathe, it’s a lifestyle, a reason to live, an escape from this cruel world infected by the Covid-19, it’s art, the first gift you open on Christmas, a hug from a loved one, everything you wanted.

    Jk, seriously this albums SLAPS! Congratulations Katy!!!

    1. Never Really Over 10/10
    2. Cry About It Later 10/10
    3. Teary Eyes 10/10
    4. Resilient 9/10
    5. Daisies 9/10
    6. Not The End Of The World 10/10
    7. Smile 8/10
    8. Champagne Problems 9.5/10
    9. Tucked 9/10
    10. Harleys In Hawaii 10/10
    11. Only Love 9.5/10
    12. What Makes A Woman 8.5/10    … Expand
  32. mat98
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry is back at doing what she’s able to do the most: POP MUSIC!

    This is probably her most cohesive album, talking about the journey about finding your smile again, and it works. The album begins with some of her most amazing tracks to date (Never Really Over, Cry About It Later and Teary Eyes) and continues with the banger Not The End Of The World and next TikTok - friendly / sexy    Katy Perry is back at doing what she’s able to do the most: POP MUSIC!

    This is probably her most cohesive album, talking about the journey about finding your smile again, and it works. The album begins with some of her most amazing tracks to date (Never Really Over, Cry About It Later and Teary Eyes) and continues with the banger Not The End Of The World and next TikTok - friendly / sexy anthem Tucked. Only Love    … Expand
  33. Nj666
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Queen Katy is Back Making us Smile and Saving 2020...SMILE IS ICONIC All the Tracks are Amazing
  34. Danowen
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Katy Perry proved once again that she can pull out a strong message with an album. The production is on it‘s finest and Katy Perry delivers some great songs that help you keep on dancing threw those dark times. As she says in Only Love „Let me leave this world behind me and take the love instead“, this album is full of love, light, live and heart.… Expand
  35. gilmaarferrari
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry's best album since Teenage Dream. Incredible beats and powerful lyrics! Best pop album of the year..
  36. Sriharijesuthas
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Definitely her best album! She faced a lot of loss in her last album and this new one truly shows the pain and growth she's gone through.
  37. Lyria_
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Fantastic album! KP is back! A very personal, uplifting and Inspiring album.
  38. luizzmin
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Katy consegue tratar de assuntos importes neste álbum, além trazer uma boa sonoridade, onde a cantora se reinventa ao revisitar ritmos visto já no passado, como nas décadas de 80, 90 e 00… Expand
  39. vevowitness
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Love the lyrics of the songs, they all have a beautiful message. The production of the album is so good. Definitely her best album.
  40. yanbrclls
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    a very dancing album, with a beautiful message, i can see every song playing everywhere, the concept and the composition are very very good and it’s the best katy’s album so far, she just gave birth and gave us a very cohesive work in the middle of a pandemic, definitely this album brings a smile to the face of anyone who listen to this, a light in the middle of nowhere. katy was reallya very dancing album, with a beautiful message, i can see every song playing everywhere, the concept and the composition are very very good and it’s the best katy’s album so far, she just gave birth and gave us a very cohesive work in the middle of a pandemic, definitely this album brings a smile to the face of anyone who listen to this, a light in the middle of nowhere. katy was really perceptive.… Expand
  41. Lealfel
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Omg! Best pop album of the year
    Todas as faixas são incríveis. Impossível ter uma favorita
  42. gustavogullyver
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. one of the best katy perry’s album! AND **** ALL MAGAZINES!!! AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA… Expand
  43. Simonramo1
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    aoty. i love it so much, nteotw and cry about it later are collapses. we love a female pop artist's growth and resilience!!
  44. Lnznx
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    She really wrote the songs with a smile on her face. Very Beautiful Album. Thank you Katheryn.
  45. Oblivian
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    That's katy's best album so far, she just made music that can be heard by everyone music that don't make women as sexual object unlike nowadays stars, she genius adorable and the most important she happy now
  46. Zig26zig
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    his best album in a wonderful career. Katy not only recovered her Smile, it also made us Smile
  47. ahaushvsvdjz
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before
  48. ddenxz
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    sooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo gooooooooooooooooooooooooood
  49. anaueawards
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    ESSE ÁLBUM É TUDOH, PERFEITO E MARAVILHOSO, KATY PERRY SE SUPEROU NESTA 8 MARAVILHA DO MUNDO, ELA PRECISA HITAR
  50. Buzzligthi
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Listen to the album is like learn how to get back your own smile! Her voice is amazing in this record
  51. rxmonster
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Tge tracks of this album is almost a bop. There is no trash like chromatica. I really really love this album. Its for hope and finding your smile back. You crickets are dumb, giving this album a low rate? What kind of an ear do you have? **** crickets. Imagine an album that has a positive vibes gives a negative feedbacks by stupid crickets.… Expand
  52. PerrysKnight
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry delivers another pop perfection record. The album is cohesive in sound but the production and composition of tracks are very unique from each other. This is the 5th time Katy released an immaculate bible with multiple collapses throughout the journey of listening to it. I think most of the critics are giving her low reviews because they are judging her and not the album.Katy Perry delivers another pop perfection record. The album is cohesive in sound but the production and composition of tracks are very unique from each other. This is the 5th time Katy released an immaculate bible with multiple collapses throughout the journey of listening to it. I think most of the critics are giving her low reviews because they are judging her and not the album. Anyways, pop supreme Katy Perry is still winning with her famous husband, popular baby and million dollar sales. ALBUM OF THE YEAR!… Expand
  53. iamresilient89
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry snapped with that album! One of her best work! I love the vibe, the instrumentalls ... her vocals. Its perfetc! She did that! KATY THE QUEEN PERRY! She made 2020 better.
  54. SiaKaty
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album opens with an amazing track “Never Really Over”, which is a very inspiring song with amazing melodies and the production is perfect and different from her old songs and then carries on to “cry about it later” and “teary eyes” which are the best songs on the album and simply best production I’ve ever heard from Katy! The album is amazingly produced and written. Katy you’ve done an amazing job on this album!! Totally deserved a 10!… Expand
  55. EmerCarson
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Esse álbum é tão maduro e incrível. Hoje eu acordei sem motivos para sorrir, depois que comecei a ouvir o álbum, voltei a sorrir novamente. Love You Katy Perry ♥️… Expand
  56. Ianmcnabs
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Smile is Katy Perry's best album, it's fun and poppy sound is perfect for the time that were living in where anything that can get our minds from the awful things going on is appreciated, it's Katy getting her Smile back and making her best work yet while she's at it.
  57. Joonyperry
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Katy did that I love the album and the concept behind it, the album from never really over till what makes a women is a pop perfection, zero skips I love how this is sound like Katy Perry but still different not mad about it tho… Expand
  58. Jale17
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Al 100% il miglior album del 2020 e uno dei migliori album di Katy Perry. Con questo album Katy cerca di ritrovare il sorriso e a parer mio lo ha ritrovato al 100%.
  59. otpws
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Fantastic album. Fun, joyful, lightful, beautiful......... katy perry runs pop
  60. Heylli
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    O álbum é perfeito!!
    coesão e aclamação esses críticos são uns idiotas smile é claramente o melhor álbum do ano!
  61. rovertin
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It's incredible! I'm so in love in this new album! Katy Perry, you did it again. TONIGHT I'M HAVING FUN
  62. Vpancioni
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Como não amar esta mulher?
    Em meio de uma gravidez, pandemia, eleições, vários protestos na ruas do mundo todo, essa mulher vem e traz um trabalho maravilhoso desse.
  63. cbaduman
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I loved the beats and melodies. Katy's best work in her career. she really came back after witness
  64. MikeeAsidera
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Finally got that smile back! Album of the year!!! Yeah! We all grateful for this album, New Era, New Inspiration ❤️… Expand
  65. DiegoCoronado
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is an amazing álbum, the sounds, vocals this is si exciting I can Say it's the Best in 2020
  66. AnikKarmakar
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    BEST ALBUM OF 2020. KATY REALLY FOUND HERSELF. DON'T BELIEVE IN THESE CRITICS GUYS. THEY S*CK. THIS ALBUM IS TRULY A MASTERPIECE.
  67. MARIO-II
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    smile is aoty. period. I'm gonna stream this album all the days of my life
  68. dxntwannadie
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best album to date! It radiates joy and positivity, inspiring everyone to stay strong in these tiring times.
  69. Khestephan
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Best album released in 2020 and may be one of perry's best albums, hope y'all won't let her flop
  70. Matyiam
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Smile is fun and its lyrics make you smile and reflect. You can watch every story told from Never Really Over to What Makes A Woman. Just listen and get your smile back if you lose.
  71. Aswandy
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Katy Perry is COMING with a brand new ALBUM that so so so good.. I ‘f’ word LOVE it..… Expand
  72. celojpf
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    this album makes me smile and i am grateful to listening to this thank you katheryn i love you so much
  73. bnnrnr
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    it's all BOPs! all those critics didn't review the album they reviewed, attacked and mock Katy Perry. Those reviews are bias and unreliable. F/ck the critics. So scared they all went private on their socials. Special mention to Hannah, Leah and that Pitchfork dude. Y'all so unfair.
  74. Adrisparks
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I love this album she really ate ❤️ Period
    Stream and buy Smile for clear skin
  75. Brana
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Realmente este álbum viene a apoderarse de todo, Katy nos vuelve a demostrar su gran talento y la capacidad de poder empoderar y dar vida a sus fans y a todas aquellas personas que no pasan por un buen momento y que realmente las letras de las canciones ayudan a ser una gran motivación , Felicudades katy
  76. Alr50
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    What she tell us in this album is some tiny wonderful.
    Just by the fact that she overcame multiple situations, got back her smile and found herself in “Smile”, makes this record one of her greatest in her whole career.
  77. meghantrainee
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This album brought happiness to me with the fact that we're still in this pandemic. The album is a roller coaster of bops, u can't deny that. This is her best album so far with the last 4 albums she released. This is definitely one of the best albums so far, if not, the best so far. This album didn't deserve those low reviews from the critics, and reading them, they clearly targeted katyThis album brought happiness to me with the fact that we're still in this pandemic. The album is a roller coaster of bops, u can't deny that. This is her best album so far with the last 4 albums she released. This is definitely one of the best albums so far, if not, the best so far. This album didn't deserve those low reviews from the critics, and reading them, they clearly targeted katy not the album. That's disgusting.… Expand
  78. Binah
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Album is a pop classic, the lyrics are great and the production is perfection. A must listen
  79. Euphoriakaty
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Such a great album! The production, her vocals, THE LYRICS. Queen of pop is back!
  80. kev84_
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is her best album. It is full of bops. There is no skip. You must give it a listen! Please check it out!
  81. Nesrine84
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry proves her growth through this album which is skipless the critics really didn't review it well
  82. Chrxsye
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry outdid herself! The only reason critics are bashing this album is because they are jumping on the hate bandwagon. Definitely, one of her best, if not the best, albums
  83. waltzragragio
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    An album with no skips, tracklist is arranged in a great order, full of bops, a musical masterpiece, periodT.
  84. LendraVisum
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Every song has a grand message for us. I need to say that Never Really Over, even being the oldest song on the album, still very strong.
    My favorite songs on the album are NRO, Cry About it Later, Teary Eyes, Tucked, Champagne Problems, Not the End of the World, Harleys in Hawaii, Smile. Almost all the album. But I need to listen more and mor to have sure for what I am saying. I loved and I love all of Smile‘s Era and artworks since 2019, and I can’t forgot Small Talk too.    … Expand
  85. Totolll
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The queen of pop made the best album of 2020 every song is perfect...the production.wow...
  86. rommmmmman
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It's an incredible album. Pop perfection. One of the best pop album of 2020.
  87. AnajuuSmile
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    ÁLBUM DO ANOO, MARAVILHOSOOO, A KATY CAPRICHOU
    SIMPLESMENTE
    PER
    FEI
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  88. Hamst3er16
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    É a coisa mais perfeita que ja escuteei, me fez sorrir e melhorou em 1000% meus diass
    Prfttt
  89. mrncldg
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    An inspirational album, reminding all of us that no matter what life may bring, we could always claim our smile back with resilience & love.
  90. IRALIQ
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It is such an amazing album, i am so proud of her
    I love how she evolved and how she always manage to impress us with her songs
  91. rafasoaresnog
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is light, sweet and true! I loved it.
    That's the best version of Katy Perry
  92. RoyBb
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The best album ! Katy Perry is so wonderfull and your music about cry and dance is so beautiful.
  93. BrianE2
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This is her best album, hands down. She doesn’t deserve all the hate she’s getting from stupid critics and from the big rats (we know who) this album is pop perfection.
  94. AKVeronica
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    It gives me good vibes and sounds so positive! I think it's a mix of everything Katy has done with some news.
  95. WahabAhmed
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This album is so good! Also I've learned how the critics review the people and not the music. Katy Perry good job!
  96. edrxhtml
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Metacritics usually scores katy’s albums so low, but let’s be honest, this album is full of bops and it’s one of her best albums, anyways, people should give it a try and not jump into the katy’s hate wagon, just because she had rough critiques with witness, doesn’t mean that she doesn’t know how to still bring spectacular music to the scene.
    With that being said, don’t be lame and be    Metacritics usually scores katy’s albums so low, but let’s be honest, this album is full of bops and it’s one of her best albums, anyways, people should give it a try and not jump into the katy’s hate wagon, just because she had rough critiques with witness, doesn’t mean that she doesn’t know how to still bring spectacular music to the scene.
    With that being said, don’t be lame and be honest about someone’s hard work and praise female artist instead of comparing them.    … Expand
  97. PavaoaPavaoa04
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Simplesmente perfeito!!!
  98. Microwavenugget
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I don’t understand why critics gave it a very low rating. This album is COHESIVE, SKIPLESS, and almost ALL tracks are single-worthy.
  99. Serchmoon
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. An interesting sound added to Katy’s discography. Unlike any work she has put out beforehand, it sounds new and fresh.… Expand
  100. DenMatos
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Katy Perry sempre soube fazer um disco que nos chamasse atenção, smile mostra mais um lado pessoal da cantora estadunidense que conseguiu seu sorriso de volto e agora nos diverti com um álbum repleto de músicas sentimentais!
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#2 Most Discussed Album of 2020

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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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