Solar Power
by Lorde
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Aug 20, 2021
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8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 1363 Ratings

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  1. azmainsadat
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Solar Power is Lorde's Album of Healing. It transcends you into this summer world of peace that you might have nostalgia for in this pandemic. Overall her return to nature after her teen angst and sonical trauma shows her power. And she says, "but you gotta want it for yourself".
  2. hausofhonza
    Aug 31, 2021
    6
    Not the best album but there's a couple good tracks. I didn't feel that excitement of the past albums. I'm kinda disappointed.
  3. Yammmmm
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    This is so disappointing, boring, without music without voice, flat. Where’s the spectacular voice of lorde????
  4. 1lixo
    Aug 31, 2021
    0
    too pale and the same. I think the last productions of athonoff kinda brind the same energy in every single song
  5. maddog139
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    much better than people are saying it is. this album will age magically unlike a lot of what is being released these days
  6. fergcamp
    Aug 31, 2021
    10
    amazing album, lorde had nothing to prove to us, she could do the trending sad album like a melodrama 2.0, but she followed her plan, she did what she wanted to do, not what we wanted for her to do.
  7. hausoflilluis
    Aug 31, 2021
    6
    I've taken the time to listen to this record a second time in order to get a rating. Now I'm aware of the presence of Imbruglia, Tunstall, Bailey Rae, Bedingfield. It's another sensation, another Ella. Why do we settle for comparing it to Melodrama? Or with Pure Heroine? That's not okay. She's a girl who's tried to grow up [and is evident since the choice of the color yellow]. Of course,I've taken the time to listen to this record a second time in order to get a rating. Now I'm aware of the presence of Imbruglia, Tunstall, Bailey Rae, Bedingfield. It's another sensation, another Ella. Why do we settle for comparing it to Melodrama? Or with Pure Heroine? That's not okay. She's a girl who's tried to grow up [and is evident since the choice of the color yellow]. Of course, each album is different in its own way ... or do you want the same girl doing the same thing over and over again? Why do we allow Gaga to reinvent herself? Or Taylor? Every time Ed reinvents himself, he goes from bad to worse and nobody says anything to him. Let the artists experiment! Leave Ella with her folkloric vibe and lack of percussion; she has done things for a reason, and it is time to enjoy them as they are. SP has not captivated me much, tbh, but I try, and it's true.

    fav songs: "The Path", "Fallen Fruit", "Dominoes", "Stoned at the Nail Salon" & "Secrets from a Girl (Who's Seen it All)"
    KEY-TRACK: "Solar Power"    … Expand
  8. nmsui17
    Aug 31, 2021
    9
    It's different, still it's Lorde. It takes time to appreciate it but once you do, it's addictive. Just because you don't understand it doesn't mean it's not good.
  9. slothfulsergg
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Es un álbum perfecto con melodías y vocales preciosas. Aprecienlo como se debe.
  10. lanaaas
    Aug 30, 2021
    1
    I was very disappointed in this album. I expected something better. Dont start with the “she’s happier now” or “you said that with melodrama”, thats not what I mean by better. I meant better. The album seems anticlimactic, all the songs have the same boring energy. Only good song is mood ring.
  11. maria_amaro
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    The emotions, the beats, the melody, harmonies, everything is amazing. She is a different pop star in the way that she doesn’t only (or mostly) writes about loving someone, she writes about nature, the world, growing up... in the most beautiful ways. And the way that she writes is so amazing because she really gives us (listeners) the full experience of the song. Her album is amazing, andThe emotions, the beats, the melody, harmonies, everything is amazing. She is a different pop star in the way that she doesn’t only (or mostly) writes about loving someone, she writes about nature, the world, growing up... in the most beautiful ways. And the way that she writes is so amazing because she really gives us (listeners) the full experience of the song. Her album is amazing, and the years waiting for new music (after melodrama) worth the wait!… Expand
  12. denversoup
    Aug 30, 2021
    4
    Boring, hardly any shining moments. I was not a fan of this direction. I wish that there had been more energy and less holistic healing ritual.
  13. Minrva
    Aug 30, 2021
    9
    Fascinante como a Lorde expressa sei amadurecimento através de um som mais orgânico, sensível e leve. Ela atinge esse objetivo, de trazer momentos do verão, momentos leves, as vezes contemplativos e nostálgicos, de renovação.
  14. WriterITDark
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    yall are just mad she is finally happy, yall just wanted melodrama 2 and this is a way decent album
  15. yosrege
    Aug 30, 2021
    0
    it's so good to see her doing what she wants to do. she is much happier and it's the best feeling in the world to see her beautiful big smile. it's a no skip album for me and it is a masterpiece that will be discussed and loved even more in the future. it is so sad that this album is being compared with "melodrama" which has a whole other theme. she grew up and she is finding her true selfit's so good to see her doing what she wants to do. she is much happier and it's the best feeling in the world to see her beautiful big smile. it's a no skip album for me and it is a masterpiece that will be discussed and loved even more in the future. it is so sad that this album is being compared with "melodrama" which has a whole other theme. she grew up and she is finding her true self and I'm so happy to experience this new era with her.… Expand
  16. kolbert
    Aug 29, 2021
    6
    An album that, like Melodrama, could have thrown the listener on the bed, but allowed only to relax.
  17. pelissium
    Aug 29, 2021
    6
    At best, cohesive. At worst, repetitive. Jack Antonoff’s hazy guitar is present on almost every song on this album, to the point where tracks begin to blend together. It doesn’t sound bad, but many tracks are plain and unremarkable. Slightly disappointed knowing what Lorde can do, especially with a lot of time.
  18. Blacknewton
    Aug 29, 2021
    9
    Obviamente nada que ver con Melodrama, pero este álbum no pretende ser ello, me he visto a mi mismo disfrutando del álbum cuando en las 2 primeras escuchas no me gustó demasiado, a disfrutar del mismo porque es puro arte.
  19. ilovemusic190
    Aug 20, 2021
    6
    The album was very underwhelming after such a masterpiece like Melodrama. It would’ve been less upsetting if she released it earlier so people wouldn’t have raised expectations to a high level. Cute beach album but that’s all.
  20. dan_mellark
    Aug 28, 2021
    9
    Después de Pure Heroine y Melodrama, el público tenía expectativas demasiado altas para el tercer álbum de Lorde, sin embargo, no creo que muchos esperaran un álbum tan lleno de felicidad de su parte. En Solar Power Lorde nos lleva a través de un viaje de crecimiento en su vida. La producción es muy distinta a sus antecesores, por lo que no esperes un Melodrama 2.0, aunque en letrasDespués de Pure Heroine y Melodrama, el público tenía expectativas demasiado altas para el tercer álbum de Lorde, sin embargo, no creo que muchos esperaran un álbum tan lleno de felicidad de su parte. En Solar Power Lorde nos lleva a través de un viaje de crecimiento en su vida. La producción es muy distinta a sus antecesores, por lo que no esperes un Melodrama 2.0, aunque en letras encontrarás ese sello que la caracteriza.
    A mí parecer un buen álbum,; es algo que usualmente no escucharía, pero que me alegro que Lorde me haya traído.
    Creo que SP es un buen ejemplo de porqué tener expectativas tan altas en alguien muchas veces es contraproducente.    … Expand
  21. bbcemay
    Aug 28, 2021
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. "Solar Power un cambio que afirma totalmente que aun no conocemos del todo a Lorde"

    Si miramos hacia atrás y comparamos el nuevo material de Lorde nos percatamos que se ha inclinado a dejar por completo los sintetizadores que tanto la caracterizaban por incluir mas las percusiones y el uso de guitarras para darle vida a su nuevo material discográfico un cambio arriesgado que pocos se atreverían a realizar, "The Path" es claramente la canción perfecta para darte una introducción de lo que es por completo "solar power", sin embargo, el que dejara aun lado el uso de sintetizadores no es excusa tal vez para que en alguna de las 12 canciones llegara aquel punto "explosivo" que tanto conocemos de ella, es verdad que hay canciones muy buenas como "mood ring, solar power, california y stoned at the nail salon" que da el concepto de un álbum "vintage" (muy bueno para ese estilo)

    Definir el nuevo álbum de lorde es complicado pero si lo tuviera que describir es un trabajo muy "personal" y difícil que sea muy bien aceptado en la sociedad tal grado de pasar completamente desapercibido si no fuese que de este saliese un nuevo tour.    … Expand
  22. EddMastr
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    After the firts heard I didn't like too much, but after 3 o 4 days of listened i start to feel so nice.
    Sounds that bring me peace, fav tracks are in the deluxe, Helen of troy and Hold No grudge, also include Secrets from a Girl (WSIA)
  23. YairArteaga
    Aug 27, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mucha vibra envolvente y fresca, tal cual como el título "Solar Power"; sin embargo las inconexiones entre los distintos cortes, hacen que se pierda el hilo, viajando en el mismo paisaje; la misma carretera. "Secrets from a Girl", "The Man with the Axe" y "California" lo mejor de ese pasaje. Sinceramente creo que es un buen paso para su evolución, sin quedar estancada y sin perder su esencia.… Expand
  24. ihatextintapig
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    entiéndanlo este es un buen comeback , este es un álbum tipo parody/satírico esa es la intención de Lorde si lo ves desde esa perspectiva o punto de vista es un muy buen , un gran álbum.
  25. erikadizon
    Aug 27, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! Album of the year! 10/10… Expand
  26. carolinakinter
    Aug 27, 2021
    7
    Not her best, but is still very good. Some songs are amazing - secrets, mood ring - but others just don't have anything special.
  27. ottomarinho
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    nessas poucas escutas absorvi a inteireza lírica, melódica e conceitual do "solar power" em catarse osmótica, me pegou muito forte. reflexões lúcidas sobre a morte, contestações sobre o estereótipo de "celebridade", perdas, recomeços e ressignificações do (des)amor, tudo isso faz sentido pra quem avançou algumas etapas. o "melodrama" é uma explosão sobre o início da vida adulta, decepçõesnessas poucas escutas absorvi a inteireza lírica, melódica e conceitual do "solar power" em catarse osmótica, me pegou muito forte. reflexões lúcidas sobre a morte, contestações sobre o estereótipo de "celebridade", perdas, recomeços e ressignificações do (des)amor, tudo isso faz sentido pra quem avançou algumas etapas. o "melodrama" é uma explosão sobre o início da vida adulta, decepções amorosas e exaustão afetiva das primeiras aventuras. não somos adolescentes ou adultos iniciantes, a vida começou faz um tempinho e as buscas se intensificam. a sonoridade de "SP" traduz bem a atmosfera de buscar um lugar confortável pra ficar sem perder as inquietações de um espírito reflexivo. era o que eu queria e esperava, a lorde não precisa dos fãs de aclamação, ela mesma disse que esse álbum era pros fãs que adentram em cada experiência. os momentos que serão embalados pelo novo álbum vão mostrar o poder de cada faixa e farão sentido. a mente dela me fascina e eu faço meu review e construo minhas críticas. depois de cursar comunicação percebi que qualquer um pode ter uma opinião adversa sobre algo, aprendi também que unanimidades são burras e limitantes. quero abraçar o som orgânico das guitarras acústicas, estar calmo mas não satisfeito, ainda há tanto a buscar..."leve-me para algum tipo de lugar, qualquer lugar. assistir ao sol se pôr, refletir sobre minha vida. eu só quero saber, ficará tudo bem?"… Expand
  28. misscupcakke
    Aug 26, 2021
    3
    After a work of art like Melodrama, we expected a lot. Unfortunately, we didn't get what we expected.
    The album is empty, it has no feelings, the composition is weak, the production is clearly what keeps the critics good grades. Lorde could have done so much more, she's a good songwriter, she's proven it over and over with several songs, she tried to innovate but fell into a hole where I    After a work of art like Melodrama, we expected a lot. Unfortunately, we didn't get what we expected.
    The album is empty, it has no feelings, the composition is weak, the production is clearly what keeps the critics good grades. Lorde could have done so much more, she's a good songwriter, she's proven it over and over with several songs, she tried to innovate but fell into a hole where I believe she won't rise again.

    I hope that in the future, Lorde can show us her talent again, because on this album, she showed that maybe, she is no longer capable of making works of art.    … Expand
  29. Aperezest
    Aug 26, 2021
    3
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album is so different but at the same Time is kind of boring. The ideas are a little confusing and makes me don’t want to played again… Expand
  30. june_jpg
    Aug 26, 2021
    4
    Unambitious and disappointing. While there are a few alright songs, the last half really loses the album's momentum. If this was released by any other artist, it would be completely unremarkable.
  31. Sammyboo21
    Aug 26, 2021
    7
    Im torn. I can see why some people might love this album and some might hate it. My feelings toward Solar Power are somewhere in the middle. Is this a great album? No. Is it a good album? In my opinion yes. Is it disappointing? After a 4 year long wait yes unfortunately Solar power is a disappointment. Its not her best album but its still a worthy one. Its her most laid back album to dateIm torn. I can see why some people might love this album and some might hate it. My feelings toward Solar Power are somewhere in the middle. Is this a great album? No. Is it a good album? In my opinion yes. Is it disappointing? After a 4 year long wait yes unfortunately Solar power is a disappointment. Its not her best album but its still a worthy one. Its her most laid back album to date and yet there seems to be a lot missing. The opening track The Path is easily one of my favorite Lorde tracks of all time. Most of the tracks on here are pretty but forgettable. Ive warmed up to the singles Solar Power and Mood Ring but they still lack bite. I can almost guarantee that Lorde's next album will perhaps be her most personal and most mature and im looking forward to that. After three albums Lorde has two big hits and Solar Power is like a soft kiss in the wind. It wont leave a long lasting impression but its good enough for this moment now and hey maybe thats what Lorde is going for, she wants us to live in this moment now. ***1/2 out of 5 stars.… Expand
  32. danhoney
    Aug 26, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A parte lírica do álbum é razoável, mas longe do que todos esperávamos da Lorde, a garotinha compositora que estreou na década passada. Porém, a parte que realmente não me cativou (e com toda certeza não cativou muita gente) é a sonoridade pesada e monótona. Definitavamente é um álbum bom, porém, apenas aquém do que a Lorde pode fazer junta a Jack Antonoff.… Expand
  33. Wolffchaikoff
    Aug 26, 2021
    10
    The album encaptulate the whole young adult life and experience. Lorde is the kind of artist that narrates story based on life experience and she is now a 24 yr old woman who have real struggles in life. She's not 19 and on fire anymore. People need to move on and stop expecting a melodrama 2.0
  34. Photomadnz
    Aug 26, 2021
    3
    As a Real fan of her first 2 albums I had hopes for this release. Unfortunately it is slow, drawn out and generally dull. She’ll be back. I have faith! But give this one a miss.
  35. mctthewgroom
    Aug 26, 2021
    8
    Doesn't top Melodrama but it doesn't feel like it's trying to, it's a perfect summer record. My only complaint is that quite a few of the songs have a similar sound I wish she'd have switched some of them up a bit while still keeping that same mellow tone. Still amazing. Highlights for me are Fallen Fruit, Big Star and Stoned at the Nail Salon.
  36. PEDROMFR
    Aug 25, 2021
    6
    Solar Power lacks energy and the strong personality Lorde showed us in her previous body of work, "Melodrama". What actually saves this work is Jack Antonoff's work that is great, as always.
  37. trupti
    Aug 25, 2021
    9
    A beautiful album with a new sound. Cohesively beautiful. Comparing to melodrama solar power isn't as good some might say but the album in itself is amazing. Lyrically matured and beautiful. Oceanic feeling is one of the best songs on the album along with mood ring, the path and secrets from a girl.
  38. lifeimitatesart
    Aug 25, 2021
    6
    lorde has offered us something new despite the fact this wasn't what everyone wanted. but should it respond someone’s criteria mostly because of her vociferously excellent predecessor? lorde has struggled with pain of growing since her debut and her sophomore record has stated her as a young woman who is still studying. but on her third record she's giving us a hint that she's a happylorde has offered us something new despite the fact this wasn't what everyone wanted. but should it respond someone’s criteria mostly because of her vociferously excellent predecessor? lorde has struggled with pain of growing since her debut and her sophomore record has stated her as a young woman who is still studying. but on her third record she's giving us a hint that she's a happy young woman living her best life to date. lyrically it's still lorde with her slick songwriting and this time her writing covers more global topics but still personal and intimate to some extent. and sonically this record is clear in its desire to be something else but still remains blurry and sounds quite the same throughout the listening. but it doesn't disturb us from getting the message lorde is offering and it's great. sadly this record is monotonic and providing nothing but smooth guitars, synths and lorde's voice that sounds softer than ever. it’s not a bad record for sure, we just need more time with this to recover and get rid of the melodrama habits.… Expand
  39. manheshus
    Aug 25, 2021
    10
    Lorde used this album to reintroduce her new self and I think it’s incredible. Solar Power is simple, straight to the point without it being boring, and is dynamic, this album's definitely gonna age well. Lorde created this album to be different from everything going on right now and that's what makes this album special. I wouldn't say Solar Power is Lorde's best album but it's still anLorde used this album to reintroduce her new self and I think it’s incredible. Solar Power is simple, straight to the point without it being boring, and is dynamic, this album's definitely gonna age well. Lorde created this album to be different from everything going on right now and that's what makes this album special. I wouldn't say Solar Power is Lorde's best album but it's still an excellent product.… Expand
  40. Yanga
    Aug 24, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this album is very peaceful and calm, it’s a great representation of how she’s grown and I like how she adopted a different sound from her previous work (which was obviously iconic). I really love the state of mind that she’s in, I’m happy for my Ella.… Expand
  41. helamansouza
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Like any Lorde music, give yourself time to let this album sink in. It is a masterpiece!
  42. Beefderky
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    People wanting a melodrama pt 2 won’t like this album. Between the lyrics, the subdued yet powerful production, and her masterful way of creating a feeling from music, this album is one of the best of the year.
  43. Talitamlopes
    Aug 24, 2021
    10
    não o melhor da carreira dela, mas defintivamente melhor que alguns albuns e virais que sairam desse ano. é diferente do que ela fez em outras coisas, mas isso não o torna ruim, imagina ser artistas e não te trazer sons e coisas diferentes em suas obras.
  44. Leandrop
    Aug 24, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lixo tá uma merda. Lixo lixo
    Lixoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooóooooooooooooooooo
    Horrível    … Expand
  45. Pablogcornejo
    Aug 23, 2021
    8
    The problem with 'Solar Power' is the expectation it had before its release. The acclaimed sound and lyrical content of 'Melodrama' makes you feel surprised and maybe dissapointed in your first listen. Nevertheless, listening to it without any background or exploring it through several listens, will make you enjoy its new sound and natural and summery ambient it evokes. Even though i findThe problem with 'Solar Power' is the expectation it had before its release. The acclaimed sound and lyrical content of 'Melodrama' makes you feel surprised and maybe dissapointed in your first listen. Nevertheless, listening to it without any background or exploring it through several listens, will make you enjoy its new sound and natural and summery ambient it evokes. Even though i find a lack of memoral moments and hooks in the LP as well as some more profound lyrics in time to time, listening to 'Solar Power', and emerging into its groovy, minimal production and connecting with its peaceful message is quite an experience.… Expand
  46. Rosh1
    Aug 24, 2021
    9
    Lorde explores different sounds way chiller than her previous works. Beachy, 60s, 90s and 00s vibes, soothing genres, opposite to nowadays music. But definitely the highlight are her vocals! And her writing shouldn't be looked over: from satire, experiences to truths revealed in each track. I swear I can feel the sea when listening to Oceanic Feeling. This album has so many little detailsLorde explores different sounds way chiller than her previous works. Beachy, 60s, 90s and 00s vibes, soothing genres, opposite to nowadays music. But definitely the highlight are her vocals! And her writing shouldn't be looked over: from satire, experiences to truths revealed in each track. I swear I can feel the sea when listening to Oceanic Feeling. This album has so many little details that it takes more than a listen, IT IS A GROWER… Expand
  47. Toksevani
    Aug 24, 2021
    5
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  48. crossedline
    Aug 24, 2021
    0
    Terrible album. We wanted music and not long, boring narrations. Folklore and evermore are 1000 times better than this album whose no song is up to the mark. I can barely reach the end of a song without feeling bored. Thanks for wasting my time.
  49. Onionrings2
    Aug 24, 2021
    10
    Whatever California and Big Star are the best tracks of this brilliant album.
  50. reynerfan
    Aug 24, 2021
    0
    Not even as close as Melodrama. I’m so sorry but my expectations were higher. Flop.
  51. TarianaMorres
    Aug 23, 2021
    9
    A nice companion for your quarter life crisis. Welcome to sadness! You'll be alright!
  52. BigDaddy1
    Aug 23, 2021
    10
    A true masterpiece. She’s making music people can connect with, music that makes you transcend. Lorde’s mainstream days are over, and the evolution show in this album shows how much more she has to give then being confined to a radio formula.
  53. giliardynery
    Aug 23, 2021
    6
    I didn't like it much, I expected more. The songs are similar and tiresome.
  54. Marco20091998
    Aug 23, 2021
    0
    Please stop, gays. Stop pretending this is a good album, it is not. It sounds so boring, and you trying to excuse this mess saying "this is not melodrama 2.0" yeah melodrama wasn't PH 2.0 and we still love it.
    I'm truly disappointed, I was so excited about the tour and the era, but now I think I'm just gonna think SP doesn't exist and we only have PH and Melo.
  55. Ardolem
    Aug 23, 2021
    10
    It's a super complete album it has happy songs, personal songs and really sad songs, and I don't understand people who didn't like it, by far mi favorite album released this year.
  56. MusiCily
    Aug 23, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lorde is a incredible artist, a masterpiece of love and peace. This album has a big impact of all we alive actually, I hope the people enjoy the amazing song she have made for this summertimes. Thank u for Solar Power.… Expand
  57. leonmelo1
    Aug 23, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Totally perfect! This album is a masterpiece that talk to me in a personally way. Thank you Lorde for making music! And f**k the Sputnik Music and The Independent.… Expand
  58. melbean
    Aug 23, 2021
    8
    Lorde shows so much maturity with this album, the slowing down of tempo is refreshing to hear after such a turbulent year. The guitars and vocal harmonies are beautifully synced. Lyrically she speaks to the fears of an anxious millennial but then reminds us it is all going to be ok.
  59. billiedesers10
    Aug 23, 2021
    0
    she caught the worst sound she could make after of melodrama,since this new album is all white and boring sounds
  60. souz_rod
    Aug 23, 2021
    10
    Solar Power contempla o verão, a natureza e a vida de um ponto de vista metafórico e até melodramático. O álbum se propõe como instimista e atinge momentos da vida que nos fazem refletir se realmente estamos onde queremos hoje. Ainda, atrelado ao espírito de juventude e ambientalismo, o albúm enfatiza que as respostas para muitas questões da vida se encontram na natureza, ao nosso redor.
  61. imnotanymore
    Aug 23, 2021
    10
    So good, like I don’t have much more to say. It resonates with me in so many levels. Masterpiece.
  62. CFMR
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Amazing comebak. Artist who innovates, those who expected a Melodrama 2.0 can leave.
  63. jesusdanielgr
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde really acknowledges the reinvention, this album is a work of art. Unlike Melodrama and Pure Heroine this is a more laid back and mature album, she knows re-invention and is amazing How can you talk about issues that happen to you or have ever happened to you, 10/10
  64. Williejhon4
    Aug 23, 2021
    10
    Great album!

    Not that great at first listen,but it is great after some time.This will surely age like a fine wine.
  65. Mfvq
    Aug 23, 2021
    10
    Todo el mundo esperaba la siguiente revelacion de Jesucristo con este album tras el gran exito de Melodrama, sin embargo ¿como compites con tu mejor album hasta la fecha? No lo haces. Solar power se aleja de Melodrama para que cada uno brille en su respectivo color. Mientras uno grita al vacío de la noche tras una intensa fiesta llena de malas decisiones y recuerdos negativos el otro esTodo el mundo esperaba la siguiente revelacion de Jesucristo con este album tras el gran exito de Melodrama, sin embargo ¿como compites con tu mejor album hasta la fecha? No lo haces. Solar power se aleja de Melodrama para que cada uno brille en su respectivo color. Mientras uno grita al vacío de la noche tras una intensa fiesta llena de malas decisiones y recuerdos negativos el otro es una melodía que te acompaña en una tarde de aventuras, Jack como productor es un maestro en este tipo de Baladas-Popish y si bien se le compara con Taylor y Lana por ser "similares" cada canción tiene su brillo que es acompañada por una redacción y voz increíble como la de Lorde. La gran division entre sus exitos es lo que enriqueze a la musica de Lorde, sin duda alguna Solar Power se ha ganado su posicion como album imprescindible.… Expand
  66. b2b2
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    This album is a slow burn/grower. It was just ok at first listen. I replayed a few tracks that were stuck in my head but the rest was pretty forgettable. Then I played it from start to finish on a longer road trip where I was able to really listen and absorb the lyrics and it’s like a switch went off in my brain and I have a newfound appreciation for Solar Power and it’s been on repeat.This album is a slow burn/grower. It was just ok at first listen. I replayed a few tracks that were stuck in my head but the rest was pretty forgettable. Then I played it from start to finish on a longer road trip where I was able to really listen and absorb the lyrics and it’s like a switch went off in my brain and I have a newfound appreciation for Solar Power and it’s been on repeat. There are certain albums I relate to on a personal level because it coincides with major life moments: heartbreak, love, loss/grief, etc, but this one fills the gaps with what I think/worry about in between those bigger moments. Lorde has always been ahead of her time and I truly believe this record will be a cult classic and appreciated years later.… Expand
  67. Eian
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    A collection of soothing, calm summery feelings intricately weaved through Lorde’s signature lyricism. This new album is definitely different from her past works, and yet she did not fail to deliver a more beautiful set of tunes that almost heal the pain she caused with Melodrama. Solar Power brings an unexpectedly dreamy experience, very different not only from the past Lorde but alsoA collection of soothing, calm summery feelings intricately weaved through Lorde’s signature lyricism. This new album is definitely different from her past works, and yet she did not fail to deliver a more beautiful set of tunes that almost heal the pain she caused with Melodrama. Solar Power brings an unexpectedly dreamy experience, very different not only from the past Lorde but also amongst the repetitive pop music that modern music offers as of this writing, in the same manner that Pure Heroine changed the landscape for contemporary songs.… Expand
  68. Jossir
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Lorde esta de regreso, más radiante que nunca y demostrando que se puede salir de la mierda y superar los tragos amargos de la vida. No entiendo como no le dan el reconocimiento que merece esta joya de álbum, entiendan que melodrama es una biblia insuperable.… Expand
  69. SonicZeroes
    Aug 22, 2021
    2
    It's disappointing that Lorde was more interested in mocking anglo-saxon soccer moms sprawled out on yoga mats than she was putting out a single with some semblance of originality. And the line about not wanting to be a savior, when she had publicly called out other artists for the toxic implications of their music in the past, seemed contradictory and was a bit of a head scratcher.It's disappointing that Lorde was more interested in mocking anglo-saxon soccer moms sprawled out on yoga mats than she was putting out a single with some semblance of originality. And the line about not wanting to be a savior, when she had publicly called out other artists for the toxic implications of their music in the past, seemed contradictory and was a bit of a head scratcher. Melodrama certainly wasn't the masterpiece others have made it out to be either, but at least that record had tracks that could easily be distinguished from each other. The instrumentation on Solar Power simply doesn't play into Lorde's strengths. She's at her best when she's belting out formulaic synth-laden bops and bangers. The Laurel Canyon sound doesn't suit her and frankly should be left to the contemporaries who can do something interesting with it; she is not a Lana Del Rey who can excel with most any genre she touches, so she should refine the sound that works best. If it's not necessarily commercial success she's after, then I wonder what that 4 year break was for, because the message isn't what most would consider to be revelatory. Musings about the pressures of being a pop star and healing through nature are cliche, and when you've thrown poorly executed satire into the mix, you've got an album with a muddled focus. Speaking of satire, Lorde should be careful about parodying spirituality. Rene Descartes put it best: "Any community that gets its laughs by pretending to be idiots will eventually be flooded by actual idiots who mistakenly believe that they're in good company." I'm feeling a strong cringe to a light yikes on this one.… Expand
  70. TaisaLopes
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    The growth when it comes to lyricism is just WOW. Perfectly produced by Jack Antonoff and in the future, i bet the skeptical critics in the future will consider this one a ahead of its time masterpiece!
  71. dmatia
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    This aint a party, this is a new state of mind. Come and let the bliss begin.
  72. Rickamorim
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    Um album lindo, muito bem pensado, poético e cheio de sentimentos. Merece muita visibilidade
  73. pokeslowbro
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    This is an amazing body of work, coming from the amazing melodrama this is a growth in the right direction
  74. davidfenty
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album is perfect, it is the perfect summer that we all wish in our lives, once again Lorde surprises us with a cohesive, unexpected and beautiful album, she is the future of music
  75. ChrisWilli
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    This is definitely her best album to date. Her vocals, melodic and lyrical choices has improved dramatically. Such a breath of fresh air.
  76. mayaravago
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    I'm completely in love with this album. Lorde did an amazing job, the lyrics are softly and relaxing. I felt like I was on the beach in New Zealand when I listened the album for the first time.
  77. Bendingnotes
    Aug 22, 2021
    8
    The first step to listening to any new album is to forget the previous album it means nothing now.
    Lorde's new release Solar Power is a musical take on laying on a beach towel and feeling the Sun bake the salt to your skin, its a slow chemical process though a relaxing process. The music has a lot of space which allows you to sit in between and ponder and contemplate. The songs take you    The first step to listening to any new album is to forget the previous album it means nothing now.
    Lorde's new release Solar Power is a musical take on laying on a beach towel and feeling the Sun bake the salt to your skin, its a slow chemical process though a relaxing process. The music has a lot of space which allows you to sit in between and ponder and contemplate. The songs take you on a ride through the moods and thoughts of an artist who is in the middle of figuring out how to take her music in a different direction, we are watching her grow. You need the Sun to grow and solar power provides this.    … Expand
  78. Nico-Hans
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    Quintessential Kiwi summer vibes and is good reflection on the southern hemisphere during 2020’s lockdown and how we kiwis perceived music from the 90s and 2000s. Lorde has provided fresh music in a genre and inspired by artist not heard since the turn of the millennium like Natasha Bedingfeild, sixpence none the richer, Natalie Imbruglia and all saints to name a few. This album makes meQuintessential Kiwi summer vibes and is good reflection on the southern hemisphere during 2020’s lockdown and how we kiwis perceived music from the 90s and 2000s. Lorde has provided fresh music in a genre and inspired by artist not heard since the turn of the millennium like Natasha Bedingfeild, sixpence none the richer, Natalie Imbruglia and all saints to name a few. This album makes me miss my childhood and going on road trips with my Mother with the sounds of cicadas and the warm New Zealand kiwi summer. Lorde shows that the pop genre can be flipped, thrownback and improved; she provides deep lyrics with wavy and meditative tunes that will have you feeling your main character narratives.… Expand
  79. mickle0piklee
    Aug 22, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. a breath of fresh air. all of lorde's albums are so distinct and so fresh it makes her discography stand so strong, she has music for everything you go through. she raised us.… Expand
  80. Tommyle123
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    Captures the immense beauty of the beach with this album. Listening to this album makes me carefree and happy and spend my days laying down on the sands of the beach and living with nature.
  81. Adin11
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    while much of the album feels underdeveloped, offering musical ideas not fully explored or demo-like recording, Lorde’s gripping vocal and lyrical performance are at their peak, making for an engaging listen.
  82. MatPP
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    such an underrated one, so good and refreshing. lorde has shown her versatility once again
  83. LaValeh
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Entendí todo lo que Lorde quiso hacer con este álbum. Este álbum lo hizo POR y PARA ella. No lo hizo para ganar fama, sino que lo hizo para tirar el celular en la arena y poner en los parlantes su propio disco y bailar con sus amigos en la playa. Es un sube y baja de emociones ya que tenés canciones para todos los estados de ánimo y eso es lo que, para mi, lo hace bueno. En un primer instante tuve una conexión con este tercer disco.… Expand
  84. artvjon
    Aug 22, 2021
    3
    It's almost like Lorde didn't even want to make an album. Extremely disappointing, it's not even debatable I don't feel that this is in every way inferior to her previous 2 masterpieces.
  85. feclaus
    Aug 22, 2021
    9
    It is different from what I expected (and I was really hoping from something sounding like Pure Heroine or Melodrama), but this album shows evolution, versatility and growth. It helped me chill out and just seize the day.
  86. Caja
    Aug 22, 2021
    2
    Es un conjunto demasiado referencial. Recuerda un poco a The Mamas & The Papas, pero no tan bueno… incluso las hay, o al menos así se siente, a artistas actuales como Lana del Rey y Taylor Swift. Seguro que el productor se sintió muy cómodo haciendo este álbum. Es un cambio que decepciona.
  87. meg4angels
    Aug 22, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. péssimo muito ruim horrivel ta amarrado negocio ruim pessimo horrivel n sei como uma pessoa faz isso… Expand
  88. Tommy_P
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    It seems like this album isn't for everyone, but for me this was a deeply moving and beautiful experience! I liked the drastic shift in the sound of her music and the age of aquarius meets early 2000s pop sound felt so fresh. This album had a lot of surprising moments that kept me constantly on my toes for what was coming next, and Oceanic Feeling was such an incredible way to end off thisIt seems like this album isn't for everyone, but for me this was a deeply moving and beautiful experience! I liked the drastic shift in the sound of her music and the age of aquarius meets early 2000s pop sound felt so fresh. This album had a lot of surprising moments that kept me constantly on my toes for what was coming next, and Oceanic Feeling was such an incredible way to end off this album. I could not ask for a better album from Lorde, and it was exactly what I needed at this point in my life!… Expand
  89. mabernethy
    Aug 22, 2021
    9
    Third listen today and it's only getting better. I don't understand the "meh" reactions. This album feels like exactly what I need right now, and that makes it seem like it's exactly what the world needs right now: calm, reflective, wise, beautiful, unhurried and in tune with the natural world. The melodies and harmonies are astonishing in places, the music is memorable, and the lyrics areThird listen today and it's only getting better. I don't understand the "meh" reactions. This album feels like exactly what I need right now, and that makes it seem like it's exactly what the world needs right now: calm, reflective, wise, beautiful, unhurried and in tune with the natural world. The melodies and harmonies are astonishing in places, the music is memorable, and the lyrics are full of her trademark throwaway lines and observational humor. It's not Melodrama, but why would we expect that? This feels fearless and confident specifically because she's not repeating herself. That's the sign of an artist in command of their talent. Happy to follow where she leads.… Expand
  90. Luci1404
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    To get started, as a fan Lorde, I must admit that I was not expecting this kind of album at all, although I am really glad she created It because I think It is so cool when an artist does different music! Plus, I love the chill vibe the record has. My favourite song is «Fallen fruit»! :)
  91. somedabanana
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    a maior que temos! a maior sem dúvidas... Sjsjshdhdhdhdhdhdhdhdhdhdhdhdhdhdhddhdh
  92. Boygenius
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    Definitely a grower, took me 2 days to finally realize this one is a masterpiece.
  93. Melodramical
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Just perfect. She know how to make music and that makes me feel floating in her lyrics.… Expand
  94. Topflapen
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    Its a wonderful Album. I love it. Everytime lorde came back with a brand new album I got hypnotized
  95. joaoh9630
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    So fresh, so new, so good. Lord always win, wait and see........................
  96. rosalejos
    Aug 22, 2021
    5
    Lorde song feels like you are being teleported in an island at the same time at the comfort of your home. It is nice to hear her song while watching the sun from sunrise to sunset. This is a new step for lorde to open a lot of avenues in terms of genre.
  97. tommasom
    Aug 22, 2021
    8
    You may be disappointed if you expected melodrama 2.0, but that doesn't mean this is not an amazing album. It's her most more mature and relaxed era and even though there are a couple of weak tracks, overall the album is quite an experience. If you just want heartache bops then go listen to Melodrama instead of criticizing this masterpiece.
  98. bangun
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    Beautiful sweet melody that im always played everyday! Its like a therapy for me.. Thanks Lorde!
  99. ViniciusFerr
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    This album is transcendent and it was not made for everyone's tasties. The record is about the dificulty we have to be beyond surface and, even though we search for totens, symbols or idols to achieve deep conections with each other. And the answers that the songs give to us are little poradoxol: it's bitter and also happy, 'cause we have to conect to ourselves without excuses and we don'tThis album is transcendent and it was not made for everyone's tasties. The record is about the dificulty we have to be beyond surface and, even though we search for totens, symbols or idols to achieve deep conections with each other. And the answers that the songs give to us are little poradoxol: it's bitter and also happy, 'cause we have to conect to ourselves without excuses and we don't need any spiritual guides to achieve ourselves. It's about that, I think, its sublime in its own way.… Expand
  100. Antoniogh
    Aug 22, 2021
    10
    This album really surprised me, and in a good way, we can see a clear change and evolution from her past albums, she talks about how the past Lorde is gone, and presents her new self, talks about her past experiences and about her younger self and as always deep meaningful lyrics, which will make you take a second thought. In Liability (Melodrama) she says "you´re all gonna watch meThis album really surprised me, and in a good way, we can see a clear change and evolution from her past albums, she talks about how the past Lorde is gone, and presents her new self, talks about her past experiences and about her younger self and as always deep meaningful lyrics, which will make you take a second thought. In Liability (Melodrama) she says "you´re all gonna watch me disappear into the sun", and this whole album is about the good in this sun that she was afraid of in Melodrama, showing how the things that we feared the most in the past, are the ones we embrace in the present, and how we should not be afraid of changues and sew steps in our lifes.… Expand
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#9 Most Discussed Album of 2021

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69

Generally favorable reviews - based on 27 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 27
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 27
  3. Negative: 0 out of 27
  1. Under The Radar
    Aug 30, 2021
    55
    All these connections Lorde is trying to make: her strange pastiche imagination of the ’70s, that random spoken word interlude by Robyn about climate change, and the themes of “sun healing,” never fully reach each other. Often, they come off as disingenuous and out of touch more than they read as brilliant, or comical. Whether the album is one big prank, or just one majorly failed experiment, the gist of having the “privilege to ignore” is lost in translation. All you are left with is just a handful of pretty alright songs.
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  2. AllMusic
    Aug 26, 2021
    60
    If you're riding and vibing with Lorde, this bright shapelessness is superb mood music. If you're not riding her wave, Solar Power can seem elusive, even cloying, as it circles and sways with a smile.
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  3. musicOMH.com
    Aug 26, 2021
    70
    This might not be the album that everyone wanted from Lorde, but it’s a solid, dreamy effort that deserves exploration. There’s plenty here worthy of attention if you can focus for long enough.
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