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. Daveyassing
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    The album is an expierence and not something to think over too much with, it's not meant to be inspected by every second with high quality headphones or analyse deeply every single word. It's just meant to be listened to and enjoyed with no thoughts head empty kinda vibe. I personally enjoyed it a lot, but if you don't give it at least 3 listens for it to sink in your mind and find it'sThe album is an expierence and not something to think over too much with, it's not meant to be inspected by every second with high quality headphones or analyse deeply every single word. It's just meant to be listened to and enjoyed with no thoughts head empty kinda vibe. I personally enjoyed it a lot, but if you don't give it at least 3 listens for it to sink in your mind and find it's spot, then you probably wont like it, and that's ok, doesn't mean it's a bad album.… Expand
  2. Dave_17
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Excelente album, Lorde cambió mucho en lo que tiene que ver sus letras desde Melodrama. Pero a nivel musical es un album disfrutable y sobre todo muy limpia la producción con buenas letras. Es un album increíble que sin duda crece en ti más y más mientras más lo escuchas.
  3. Mprian
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It's a solid 10. I mean the sounds of the album are magical and she did very well changing her music and experimenting with other sounds.
  4. 1010100110101
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Taaaaaaaaaaaaassssssssss s s s s s s s s. Yas Yas sssss. S s s s s s s ayaysysssss
  5. Laminta
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    slayyy 10/10 slayyy slay slayy ❤️❤️❤️❤️ SLAYYY still not 75 words
  6. robin03
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. With her third Studio Album Lorde explores an entirely new Sound for her. The Melodies of every Song are unbelievably beautiful with an production that even tops her second Album Melodrama. The Lyricism is the cherry on top of Solar Power, beautifully written Lyrics that have Lordes complex Vocabulary but at the same time are easy to understand. It‘s definitely something new that some might need some time to adjust too but it was definitely worth the wait.… Expand
  7. SaraAdoresU
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Solar Power is so celestial, with beautiful and genius lyrics, vocals, production and instrumentation. In one song you are crying and in the next dancing lol. I rlly LOVE this album.
  8. VioletaIsabel
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    different is not synonymous with the word "bad." it's timeless. she dedicated several years to each piece and it shows. she has had the opportunity to grow as an individual and her mental health is better. melodrama and pure heroine come from a teenage side of her. i am proud of her
  9. feer_hg
    Aug 20, 2021
    2
    Urge cancelación para Jack Antonoff. Es triste que una gran compositora esté atenida a una persona producción.
  10. Urbano2021
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde has done it again by changing her artistic direction in a good way. This album takes care of all your worries with its melodies and catchy lyrics.
  11. Alexsb
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    When you think that 4 years of waiting is too much just remember that Lorde made us wait 4 years to give us "Solar Power" and the wait was totally worth it, Solar Power is a magnificent album,Her production is impeccable, her lyrics are coherent and her sounds are innovative, Solar Power is a work of art, it is unfair to see how the criticism is so harsh on her, she deserves all theWhen you think that 4 years of waiting is too much just remember that Lorde made us wait 4 years to give us "Solar Power" and the wait was totally worth it, Solar Power is a magnificent album,Her production is impeccable, her lyrics are coherent and her sounds are innovative, Solar Power is a work of art, it is unfair to see how the criticism is so harsh on her, she deserves all the acclaim with this album, it's just perfect… Expand
  12. burton117
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    After another long four years, the New Zealand prodigy gives us a sun soaked, mega vibes, and good times record. It’s nothing like I wanted. Yet everything I currently needed. This album is a summer daydream, filled with yellow rays and good feelings. Something I desperately needed in these times of chaos. Acoustic guitars, cicadas, and hand beaten drums feel so rejuvenating. It’s nothingAfter another long four years, the New Zealand prodigy gives us a sun soaked, mega vibes, and good times record. It’s nothing like I wanted. Yet everything I currently needed. This album is a summer daydream, filled with yellow rays and good feelings. Something I desperately needed in these times of chaos. Acoustic guitars, cicadas, and hand beaten drums feel so rejuvenating. It’s nothing I’d ever expect from Lorde, yet I can’t say I’m surprised. She’s always been on a different wave length from the rest of us. I’m easily able to latch onto this drifting boat down a lazy river, enjoying the beautiful lyrics of connection and love for this planet.

    It’s a record I know some will find polarizing. It’s not her usual thick 808s and fast talking that we all know and love. Solar Power feels like a stop and smell the roses kind of message, that I, and I’m sure many people, need to heed. It’s not comparable to her past works, for better or worse. In my case, it’s a welcome addition to her already masterful works.    … Expand
  13. belio
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    I just like the cover. Never have listened to it, nor do I plan to do that.
  14. lmills29
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    an absolute masterpiece. yes, melodrama and ph were commercially successful but sp has purposely been written to not be. joni mitchell’s tapestry album and john lennon’s musical era post beatles are what i find remind me of sp, and these were some of their best works!! i didn’t give it a 10, only bc the standard release didn’t (and should’ve) included the two tracks released on deluxe -an absolute masterpiece. yes, melodrama and ph were commercially successful but sp has purposely been written to not be. joni mitchell’s tapestry album and john lennon’s musical era post beatles are what i find remind me of sp, and these were some of their best works!! i didn’t give it a 10, only bc the standard release didn’t (and should’ve) included the two tracks released on deluxe - those two were god tier songs of this album imo… Expand
  15. FREYLOPEZ12
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. El regreso de Lorde con "Solar Power" es una jugada muy arriesgada pero a la vez certera, alejandose de los sonidos oscuros de Melodrama y adentrándose a sonidos acústicos y experimentales, sin duda no esperaba menos de una cantante que demostró reinventarse y arriesgarse artísticamente en cada álbum… Expand
  16. Rv1234
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    How can you not give this album a 10? It’s magnificent. Have a few wines before enjoying this , trust me.
  17. thelouvre_
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    amazing body of work. the cohesiveness was something that i really appreciated from this record. each song has a similar vibe but it never sounds the same. i can’t believe i was introduced to so many different emotions with such minimalistic productions, it was truly fantastic! the lyrics were just as i expected, poignant, incredibly relatable and just overall dreamy and beautiful. ellaamazing body of work. the cohesiveness was something that i really appreciated from this record. each song has a similar vibe but it never sounds the same. i can’t believe i was introduced to so many different emotions with such minimalistic productions, it was truly fantastic! the lyrics were just as i expected, poignant, incredibly relatable and just overall dreamy and beautiful. ella introduced us a new facette of her while still incorporating nostalgic elements from melodrama and pure heroine which i really loved. i appreciate and love an artist who switches up and KNOWS how to execute it perfectly and ladies and gentlemen, our lorde and saviour has done it again. HAPPY SOLAR POWER DAY!… Expand
  18. FlorIt
    Aug 20, 2021
    8
    El álbum es una evolución de Lorde tanto personal como sonicamente. El sonido del álbum sigue una misma línea, que las agrupa muy bien.
  19. Lordellaphant
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Amazing lorde I petted my neighbours dog extra hard for pearl. All in all an excellent album
  20. GingerBread06
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Such a great and fun album! Very relaxing and I already know I will be listening to this a lot in the future. Maybe it's not as good as her other albums, but it is still good and worth listening too.
  21. Ilyesskhayati
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album has a mind of it's own! "It's a new state of mind". The melodies, the Instruments, Lorde's voice and the added FX blended really well to make this masterpiece!
    It is a really creative album, with references from great times in music! Amazing!
  22. luizzzz
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Glorious album. Its growing, this album will be a long time favorite. This is a whole different Lorde whose not a goth teenager but a grown woman questioning her existence. The flavors of psychedelic making the album comes in different colors, from the darkest of red to brightest of yellow… Expand
  23. MontrealPineda
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    After the success of Melodrama, I believe this is rhe best direction could have gone after her hiatus. This screams growth and maturity to me. Of course we're not gonna get a Melodrama 2. That era is done. And I'm loving that lyrically, it's still the same song writing we loved. Just in another era. And this era is what we need the most right now.
  24. jeangois
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    To the ones who were expecting a melodrama 2.0 this album is not for you and probably none of her future albuns will be, stop being a dumb a**. I feel like every good artist should have the ability to change and explore in music and more important, do it successfully. Lorde did it again, she reinvented herself and presented her music in a completely different way but still feels like her.To the ones who were expecting a melodrama 2.0 this album is not for you and probably none of her future albuns will be, stop being a dumb a**. I feel like every good artist should have the ability to change and explore in music and more important, do it successfully. Lorde did it again, she reinvented herself and presented her music in a completely different way but still feels like her. It is the statement that she's not a broken teenager anymore, like everything in life this phases passes and we perceive the world in a different form. Anyways, it is the perfect album to listen in the beach (as it should) and she did a great work, fallen fruit, the man with the axe and oceanic feeling was my favorites.… Expand
  25. anastasiall
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Solar power is an absolute masterpiece. It’s a lot better to listen to the whole album, not the separate songs if you want to enjoy this work of art to the fullest. After listening for the first time I didn’t have the best impression, you need to listen to the album at least three times to get the feel of it. Don’t be too quick to jump to conclusions, you need to get used to this new soundSolar power is an absolute masterpiece. It’s a lot better to listen to the whole album, not the separate songs if you want to enjoy this work of art to the fullest. After listening for the first time I didn’t have the best impression, you need to listen to the album at least three times to get the feel of it. Don’t be too quick to jump to conclusions, you need to get used to this new sound first. Fallen fruit is a very powerful song and it has the best bridge Lorde has ever written.… Expand
  26. david_04
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    All I have to say is “wow” -her best album so far!!!!
    Melodrama felt like a “vivid fever dream” in a world full of heartbreaks and darkness, whereas Solar Power…is just something else. Truly magical. Best record from this year in my opinion. Great job Ella!! solar power forever xx❤️
  27. Farithfercas
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Worth the long wait! This is out of this world, recalling her last record Melodrama, Solar Power has completely over pass herself as a musician, with the impeccable production of Jack Antonoff, together had become the greatest masterpiece makers. This is new, clean magnificent, transcendental and obviously EPIC.
    Congratulations and Thank you Lorde for this amazing record.
    Solar Power 100/100
  28. danielefabietti
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Perfection. If you stop comparing this masterpiece to melodrama you’ll start enjoying this too
  29. Wadsxx
    Aug 20, 2021
    8
    People gotta stop expecting anything from other people, specially from artists. Go search for therapy. Your expectation is not a bar to be broken by any artist, and breaking news: artistry worlds does not rounds around your music taste. That been said: Lorde's third album is ANYTHING but boring or lacking of a single thing. It's a complete and cohesive body of work. She told us what shePeople gotta stop expecting anything from other people, specially from artists. Go search for therapy. Your expectation is not a bar to be broken by any artist, and breaking news: artistry worlds does not rounds around your music taste. That been said: Lorde's third album is ANYTHING but boring or lacking of a single thing. It's a complete and cohesive body of work. She told us what she was looking for to achieve with this release and she deliveries it. It's a happy mature album from a 24yo woman who does not relate to the songs she wrote when she as a kid anymore and that now wants to explore other themes and technicals skills.

    Lorde really pushed herself through with vocals on this album, and anyone who's listen to a single song from her past works know that this is true. She's been more involved in production in this new album than in any other before and it's really refreshing to hear someone experimenting new abilities and studying something new. We already know by her 2 first albums what's she can do, and he'll yeah she can do anything with mastery, now what we're supposed to be expecting from her is anything that we DONT know she can do, and this is a nice, happy, and brave delivery of it. I'm proud.    … Expand
  30. joseph_avocaddo
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I desperately love the spiritual search that the album conveys, beautiful lyrics and harmonies, I have no words for this new era, it was truly magical.… Expand
  31. drewrussell2020
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    amazing album love it, it is one of lordes best works of art she is so talented and deserves everything she has.
  32. sadgayscorpio
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Cohesive, unique, and intelligent. This album is different from her previous works but is just as good as them. The entire album took a storytelling approach where we start from the The Path's rising tones which clearly sets the mood for the songs forward. The instrumentals took a very careful approach which made the songs look very delicate and polished. The lyrics are premium asCohesive, unique, and intelligent. This album is different from her previous works but is just as good as them. The entire album took a storytelling approach where we start from the The Path's rising tones which clearly sets the mood for the songs forward. The instrumentals took a very careful approach which made the songs look very delicate and polished. The lyrics are premium as always--and it's expected coming from Lorde who has provided genius lyrics from her past two albums.

    Give it a listen while reading the lyrics to experience the full worth of this amazing, sunny, road trip album.    … Expand
  33. Juuuuly899
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    Her best album, and now I'm not her fan I'm really dissapointed i feel bad for the music, David Bowie was wrong
  34. munozemilio
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Amo todo este álbum, es armonía tan linda que te lleva a otro nivel la verdad se la jugó Lorde con este maravilloso álbum.
  35. Quiqueso21
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album i think is the best, is so relatable, totally worth it the 4 years wait, secrets from a girl was the BEST song in the entire album
  36. ops_felps
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde was such a genius bring that masterpiece to the world. I just wanna say THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU LORDE.
  37. bertobellamy
    Aug 20, 2021
    5
    I'm no the biggest Lorde fan, but I like her music. Unfortunately, 'Solar Power' feels not that exciting and empowering. There's a couple of good tracks here, but the rest is filler, in my opinion. I think Jack Antonoff's involvement is to blame here. The way he tries to incorporate Lana Del Rey and others' vibe into Lorde's music is kind of disappointing.
  38. dperalta
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    Nice direction for her to take. Beautiful melody’s, arrangements, poetic lyrics and acoustic guitar. Very different tastes in this album. Great work, Lorde!
  39. rodrigoeec
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Even though it's not her best work to date (Melodrama is hard to top, not just for her, but for any artist) this is definitely an interesting and joyful new direction Lorde is heading towards. Among my favorite tracks are The Path, Fallen Fruit, Secrets from a Girl, Mood Ring & Oceanic Feeling.
  40. Panchogul
    Aug 20, 2021
    8
    Sonidos minimalistas y una producción impecable, es muy diferente a Pure Heroine y a Melodrama sin lugar a dudas y puede que no llene las expectativas de todos, pero calidad musical es incuestionable.
  41. fruitacaida
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    aoty lorde vc NUCAAAAAAAAAAANAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA erra
  42. Kelpin
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very boring, generic album. People saying this is a "Lyrical masterpiece" haven't read any novels at all. Yes comparing novels to lyrics can be a bit silly, but until you've read great songwriters like Davey Havok, Neil Peart, etc. you won't understand. A huge disappointment after such a great sophomore album. Unfortunately metacritic's score is being charged by fangirls and fanboys (which is why no one sues Metacritic as a creditable source....) who can't look at Lorde's flop and accept it… Expand
  43. gustavovalverde
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Art is meant to provoque feelings and Solar Power DID IT. We should not take art by ratings and comparisons.
  44. JorgeSalazarW
    Aug 20, 2021
    5
    To be honest i really loved Lorde's second album "Melodrama". I was expecting something better or at least equally impressive. This album was not it. Cohesive album but very hard to finish. Personally, it was really really hard to even continue. Nothing sticks throughout and for some times i was thinking i was playing the same song over and over again. Only 3 songs where kinda "different"To be honest i really loved Lorde's second album "Melodrama". I was expecting something better or at least equally impressive. This album was not it. Cohesive album but very hard to finish. Personally, it was really really hard to even continue. Nothing sticks throughout and for some times i was thinking i was playing the same song over and over again. Only 3 songs where kinda "different" for me: the singles.… Expand
  45. supercutx1
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Some songs are not what I expected but this is beachy pure heroine 2, the lyrics are everything the instrumentals are good.
  46. tman1441502
    Aug 20, 2021
    6
    This was just disappointing. Weak songwriting and bland production, leading to the whole middle of the album just blending together.
  47. JonatanG
    Aug 20, 2021
    8
    Much like the cicadas heard in this album Lorde comes out ever so often to color our world with unexpected moods, feelings, and sounds. An effortless album that, unlike its predecesors, won't necessarily draw you in by intricate lyrics or aesthetics as much as transcendent melodies of nature and spirituality. Like most of her work, it takes a few listens to fully enter the new world ofMuch like the cicadas heard in this album Lorde comes out ever so often to color our world with unexpected moods, feelings, and sounds. An effortless album that, unlike its predecesors, won't necessarily draw you in by intricate lyrics or aesthetics as much as transcendent melodies of nature and spirituality. Like most of her work, it takes a few listens to fully enter the new world of sound Lorde creates for us. Solar Power is unique, vulnerable and unapologetically femme driven. SP does not try to compete with previous work nor pretend to be something grandiose. SP feels more like a peace of mind, a meditative tale that responds to the anxiety and expectation fame has defied her with. Instead of biting, she whimsically sings along to it.… Expand
  48. Ajdeojthe123
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Another masterpiece from Lorde which perfectly captures her growth as an artist, something which some critics can’t seem to grasp. I love that it has both happy and uplifting tracks and also sad tracks. I have listened to this on repeat since it’s release and I don’t see myself stopping any time soon. I love it
  49. hismyron
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Honestly, this album is an acquired taste. To truly understand it, it needs a few listens. Not everyone can understand and take in all the clever things Lorde implemented into this work of art. It is a very personal piece to her and many fans who keep up with her. To rate this album with a low rating only reflects poorly on the critic as critics put in no time to rate it fairly. TheHonestly, this album is an acquired taste. To truly understand it, it needs a few listens. Not everyone can understand and take in all the clever things Lorde implemented into this work of art. It is a very personal piece to her and many fans who keep up with her. To rate this album with a low rating only reflects poorly on the critic as critics put in no time to rate it fairly. The lyrics/writing put into each track are not seen in any other artist's writings. This was a genius work of art, Ella. As a fan, you've outdone yourself once again!… Expand
  50. LoveTAYSWIFT
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Are you kidding me? This is art, I love this album, i love it, its incredible and amazing, every people needs to listen
  51. ratui
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Very good album, although different from the other things Lorde made, it is cozy and refreshing. People were expecting a crazy, sad or even cultist album but what we got was the new mindset we all need right now. I didn't expect to have a Lorde summer album until some months ago, and i love it. It is cohesive and tells the story of many of us, independent of age, going through some kind ofVery good album, although different from the other things Lorde made, it is cozy and refreshing. People were expecting a crazy, sad or even cultist album but what we got was the new mindset we all need right now. I didn't expect to have a Lorde summer album until some months ago, and i love it. It is cohesive and tells the story of many of us, independent of age, going through some kind of change. Five stars!… Expand
  52. Nin556
    Aug 20, 2021
    5
    incredible album, very different from the usual albums, with incredible references, Lorde excelled in this
  53. Themanwithanaxe
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It’s a whole new sensation that everyone needs to experience. Definitely a grower, with each listen you’ll get to feel more and more of the emotions and thoughts trapped inside the production
  54. Maevera
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde demostró ser una artista versátil y una que no se queda en un mismo sonido y trata de reinventarse , las letras te transmiten mucho y los ritmos de las canciones son muy acogedores.
  55. SebCurls
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It’s simply exactly the perfect album after Melodrama. Exactly the need for some relaxation after the hot and wild party
  56. ByronFJ
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Un álbum diferente, con sonidos hermosos que transportan a un entorno playero.
    Lorde hace otro gran álbum, con instrumentos orgánicos y experimentación sabrosa. En lo personal un álbum que amare siempre.
  57. meganchengg
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    ITS SO GOOD BIG STAR IS LITERALLY SO
  58. viniciussawate
    Aug 20, 2021
    6
    Lorde's third album is a work thematically focused on reflections, I expected something more fun (I missed a more lively beach and sun atmosphere in the tracks). There's a departure mainstream sonic aesthetic from the other two albums.The songs have a more folk and indie style, stepping a bit into the vibe of the latest works by Lana Del Rey and Taylor Swift. In short, despite the goodLorde's third album is a work thematically focused on reflections, I expected something more fun (I missed a more lively beach and sun atmosphere in the tracks). There's a departure mainstream sonic aesthetic from the other two albums.The songs have a more folk and indie style, stepping a bit into the vibe of the latest works by Lana Del Rey and Taylor Swift. In short, despite the good intentions, Lorde creates a tiring journey with the album ‘Solar Power’ with highly monotonous songs.… Expand
  59. carcerise
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    this album was made only for smart people, so if it's not clicking on you...
  60. kanya
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    perfect record for the summer! well done Lorde you did it again. Solar Power has a really calming vibes to it that i like. this album is a grower, if you don't like it please try to re-listen to it. love the acoustic vibes and cicada sounds. Lorde managed to capture the New Zealand summer with her genius songwriting and beautiful voice. i love that this album is mostly about her family,perfect record for the summer! well done Lorde you did it again. Solar Power has a really calming vibes to it that i like. this album is a grower, if you don't like it please try to re-listen to it. love the acoustic vibes and cicada sounds. Lorde managed to capture the New Zealand summer with her genius songwriting and beautiful voice. i love that this album is mostly about her family, friends, and her personal life reflecting on her fame. i think the production of this album is perfect, it just fits perfectly with the concept of the album . overall a great album and will definitely be one of those "ahead of its time" album… Expand
  61. MrFrench
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    While a departure from Lorde's previous record and a number of people are not feeling this release, I find it to be a welcome, mature advancement of her musical abilities while also pushing forward in the areas of sonwriting and ambiance/vibe creation, where she succeeded since the days of "Pure Heroin" and perfected on "Melodrama." To me, Lorde shines brightest on the album's opener, "TheWhile a departure from Lorde's previous record and a number of people are not feeling this release, I find it to be a welcome, mature advancement of her musical abilities while also pushing forward in the areas of sonwriting and ambiance/vibe creation, where she succeeded since the days of "Pure Heroin" and perfected on "Melodrama." To me, Lorde shines brightest on the album's opener, "The Path," and on the album's closer, "Oceanic Feeing," which makes me happy as she wrote these songs alone. This album opens with realism ("'cause we're all broken and sad") and optimism ("let's hope the sun will show us the path" and an invitation to try to find the escape. The album closes by reminding us that all, hopefully, will be revealed in its time, but Lorde shares the importance of living in the moment and how finding that escape in the form of enlightenment hasn't happened, but you have to keep trying. Lorde, known for disappearing after album cycles are completed, ends the album announcing her desire to disappear in the crowd again when the time is right with "I know you'll show me how / I'll know when it's time to take off my robes and step into the choir."

    If I am being honest, my initial rating was much lower in the B-/C+ range as I was not feeling the vibes on half of the songs despite loving the lyrics on all of the songs. However, I have listened to the album numerous times in various ways: through my AirPods, my phone speakers, and through my car. It clicked with me and I felt happy with this album on all levels. I still wish that "Stoned At The Nail Salon" didn't sound like Lana Del Rey's work on "Chemtrails at the Country Club" and that "Leader Of A New Regime" was a fuller song as I do love it so much, but it is still effective in its role on the album. I have seen numerous posts on social media talking about how it is a "summer album," but I don't see it that way. It's a life journey album with cameos by the healing power of the sun, being present in the moment, feeling all of the feelings (not just the good vibes), and knowing we are all a work in progress. Also, major props to Lorde for incorporating the cicadas. The sound GREAT in "Oceanic Feeling."

    The Path - 10
    Solar Power - 9
    California - 9
    Stoned At The Nail Salon - 9
    Fallen Fruit - 10
    Secrets From A Girl (Who’s Seen It All) - 10
    The Man With The Axe - 10
    Dominoes - 7
    Big Star - 9
    Leader Of A New Regime - 9
    Mood Ring - 9
    Oceanic Feeling - 10    … Expand
  62. carlossales
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    She did it again. It's soft, yet brutal and cohesive. She took those four years hiatus and made the most of it and this reflects on her lyrics. It's mature, selfawear and also reflect the need of a generetion who's trying to reconect with nature. Simply beautyful.
  63. andresuwu
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    There are no words to say that she did it again
    Solar Power is a hope for hot sounds
  64. ryanw1810
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    Imagine that Melodrama was like a selection of loads of familiar candies and chocolates and cakes. When we all sat down to listen to this album, we were expecting something similar, something we know we will enjoy at first sight.

    Solar Power is like a charcuterie board of random, crazy exotic s**t majority of which you have never tried, and are definitely shocked by and maybe are    Imagine that Melodrama was like a selection of loads of familiar candies and chocolates and cakes. When we all sat down to listen to this album, we were expecting something similar, something we know we will enjoy at first sight.

    Solar Power is like a charcuterie board of random, crazy exotic s**t majority of which you have never tried, and are definitely shocked by and maybe are confused with when you first try it. But, perhaps a day later, you see that food sitting there and decide to try it again, and maybe it tastes much nicer and actually really refreshing and .... different.... but nice still.

    Guys, this is definitely a weed album! Roll up and chill with her, I think it might make more sense that way :)    … Expand
  65. Sadsadturno
    Aug 20, 2021
    5
    So fckin booooooooring, all the songs sounds like the same, I know it's a "new phase" but maybe happiness it's not for Lorde, I mean, good for her but this album is a total floop.
  66. recapitulando
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It´s great. You're not getting a Pure Heroine 2, or a Melodrama 2, you're getting Solar Power, Lorde's new album is completely different. Away from the teenager's perspective, she gave us an album when you get the feeling of nostalgia, maturing, and looking back. It's fresh and she clearly renewed her sound, it's another phase of Lorde. Melodrama is better, definitely, but this is not aIt´s great. You're not getting a Pure Heroine 2, or a Melodrama 2, you're getting Solar Power, Lorde's new album is completely different. Away from the teenager's perspective, she gave us an album when you get the feeling of nostalgia, maturing, and looking back. It's fresh and she clearly renewed her sound, it's another phase of Lorde. Melodrama is better, definitely, but this is not a bad album AT ALL. Just as Chemtrails Over The Country Club, being the predecessor of a great album (Norman F*cking Rockwell) made the audience have great expectations and be disappointed by the work when it's actually a good album. You can feel a different Lorde, a new sound. Fresh, nature-like, and with hipster vibes. It's very emotional. The cicadas, acoustic sounds, and guitars blend in together to give us a whole experience. Solar Power is a great album, there's no doubt of that. Lorde took us to the beach and we sat quietly listening to something bigger, full of nostalgia and love. She appreciates the path and definitely grew while walking it. Fallen fruit is a big highlight, and Secrets of a Girls Who's Seen It All feels so nostalgic and thoughtfully. California, Oceanic Feeling, and The Man With the Axe let us hear a deeper part of Ella. And lyrically, its also a masterpiece. Thank you Lorde, please keep making music… Expand
  67. Mateocd
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    Amaba a lorde pero me decepcionó cuando dijo que no lanzaría Solar Power en CD, ojalá flopee y este álbum sea amarillo, se me sale toda la Stoned at the nail station
  68. alordeisborn
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Simplesmente perfeito! California love disparada a melhor! instrumental limpo
  69. Jose05
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Este álbum tiene las músicas exactas para controlar el desastre que hay en mi. Sin duda estaré escuchando esto pues largas horas.… Expand
  70. Jimmorde
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    Different from everything we have heard before from Lorde, but conceptually, sonically and lyrically is a masterpiece, gets you in a different mood and shows us what Lorde has been doing in the last years. It doesnt compare to her past albums and it shouldnt, there’s no point of comparisson cause they have total different approaches. It’s something that fits her voice. Also, I think that aDifferent from everything we have heard before from Lorde, but conceptually, sonically and lyrically is a masterpiece, gets you in a different mood and shows us what Lorde has been doing in the last years. It doesnt compare to her past albums and it shouldnt, there’s no point of comparisson cause they have total different approaches. It’s something that fits her voice. Also, I think that a lot of us can relate with the lyrics and the sounds as now we are trying to recconect with ourselves, love ourselves and live life as spititual as we can, nothing religious, just individual inner connection, in Melodrama we were teens and had breakups, now we’ve kind grown.
    Beautiful album, the second listen hits ever deeper.    … Expand
  71. teenagedreams
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    most songs here have no memorable melodies, choruses or bridges, the lyrics are shallow and giving off major annoying rich white girl who talks to plants and just learned about shakras and yoga. very disappointing.
  72. Camtz
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    it's an amazing album, many people expect this album to be like melodrama but I loved how different this album is compared to her first and second album
  73. zattajuliano
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Que sensação incrível de paz, luz e amor esse álbum trás, começa de forma magnífica e termina de forma triunfal. Extremamente lisonjeado de viver na mesma época dela.
  74. AnneM
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Such an amazing album,even it's not her best work,But still really like her new music style on this album.
  75. hellaslv
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Great album ❤️ ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
  76. Billyliar87
    Aug 20, 2021
    7
    I set my expectations low with early buzz from this album, but I was surprised by how much I enjoyed it. It’s more of a 7.5. The first half of the album is great while the end starts to sag, albeit a few shining moments. I gave it back to back listens and felt similarly each time. The music is crisp, clean, and fun. My only gripe is that there aren’t any moments that truly make me sayI set my expectations low with early buzz from this album, but I was surprised by how much I enjoyed it. It’s more of a 7.5. The first half of the album is great while the end starts to sag, albeit a few shining moments. I gave it back to back listens and felt similarly each time. The music is crisp, clean, and fun. My only gripe is that there aren’t any moments that truly make me say “wow” or surprise me like Melo did. I will always give Lorde a listen, as she has nothing she needs to prove. She has the talent. This is an expiration/celebration of her identity. As she matures I’m sure there will be more great things from her.… Expand
  77. Jonnil
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. We're done with angst and teenage life welcome to adulthood. Thank you Lorde for creating theme song/album for our next phase of my/our life.

    Faves:
    The path (perfect opening it's just so aaaaA perfect)
    California (the dreamy voice is everything)
    Fallen fruit (yes, I'm shocked)
    Mood Ring (on repeat since the release, it's just so eargasminc)    … Expand
  78. Simonets96
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Lorde grows up and so do I.
    Her songwriting should be awarded by the Grammy folks.
    Melodrama lost ALBUM of the year and it was such a masterpiece, but Elle went all the way to the Antarctic sea to bake a priceless album. It’s 2021 and it’s so difficult finding a great, pure and genuine work art like this one.
    So glad Ella came back
  79. EstherDx
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    The album just feels like a fresh breath of summer air! Very different from her previous work but very interesting and beautiful! You need to listen to it a couple of times to fully understand the lyrics but totally worth the wait! Love it!
  80. arthurtavrs
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
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  81. Junaidddd
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This album is an art. Beautifully composed and beautifully sang by Lorde. This album goes in the same tier as Melodrama.
  82. sofiafloressss
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    beautifully written, production is out of this world and everything about this album is brand new and exiting, thank you lorde
  83. rafaelpgomes
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    If you wanted a new melodrama, you will be disappointed. Lorde choided be this album in a diferente way and this is what the album is amazing.
  84. Skydog
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    Very boring, generic album. People saying this is a "Lyrical masterpiece" haven't read any novels at all. Yes comparing novels to lyrics can be a bit silly, but until you've read great songwriters like Davey Havok, Neil Peart, etc. you won't understand. A huge disappointment after such a great sophomore album. Unfortunately metacritic's score is being charged by fangirls and fanboys (whichVery boring, generic album. People saying this is a "Lyrical masterpiece" haven't read any novels at all. Yes comparing novels to lyrics can be a bit silly, but until you've read great songwriters like Davey Havok, Neil Peart, etc. you won't understand. A huge disappointment after such a great sophomore album. Unfortunately metacritic's score is being charged by fangirls and fanboys (which is why no one sues Metacritic as a creditable source....) who can't look at Lorde's flop and accept it.… Expand
  85. AriolaGranola69
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    It’s so good. Definitely a different sound but amazing nonetheless. It’s been 4 years since melodrama, Lorde has moved on. Let her experiment. Simple but intricate production and great lyrics. Absolutely amazing
  86. dennisbullivant
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is super iconic album that will be here for generations now. Super proud of Lorde for creating such a masterpiece. The melodies and lyrics are always on top. Recommend this album to all music fans… Expand
  87. loixxx
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. As Lorde said , its a new kind of bright. She is just new to this style. Maybe another album can polish everything to make it perfection like what happened on Melodrama from Pure Heroine.… Expand
  88. luis1_valle
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Great Album!!! It’s a masterpiece, I don’t know people saying that it’s a bad album, if we see the lyrics we could find Lordes feelings, it’s a relax, acid and cannabis album jajaja. It has strong songs as Fallen Fuit, The Path and Ocean Feelings. The first mistake that we can do it’s to compare with Melodrama. Melodrama was excellent album but the era ended now with Solar Power is staringGreat Album!!! It’s a masterpiece, I don’t know people saying that it’s a bad album, if we see the lyrics we could find Lordes feelings, it’s a relax, acid and cannabis album jajaja. It has strong songs as Fallen Fuit, The Path and Ocean Feelings. The first mistake that we can do it’s to compare with Melodrama. Melodrama was excellent album but the era ended now with Solar Power is staring and all Lorde fans we have to support her, Lorde is the queen of the reinvention. So monumental.… Expand
  89. valeriakerplunk
    Aug 20, 2021
    5
    Casi todas las canciones se parecen mucho entre ellas respecto al sonido. Las letras dejan mucho que desear. Para una espera de 4 años esto no cumple las expectativas.
  90. AlejandraAleman
    Aug 20, 2021
    4
    La mayoría de las canciones suenan igual, es un álbum genérico con producción por Jack antonoff, bien pudo hacer el mismo Clairo o ts o lana del rey, las letras no tienen sentido, es un álbum totalmente olvidable aparte el mood amor y paz muy forzado y da pena.
  91. Powerofxu_
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. this is a new sound of lorde this is great, this is art. I recommend listening!!!… Expand
  92. spfmldrma
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Honestly this is an incredible album. Those who doesn't like it are just ungrateful melodrama stans that expects Ella will release a 2.0 version of her sophomore album. This album is a huge grower for all of us. It's so intimate, honest and cohesive. All of the tracks are excellent. Period… Expand
  93. Hermitage9
    Aug 20, 2021
    8
    This album lacks all of the drama of Lorde's second album Melodrama. I think that is the point. The world has changed, and her world has changed—less anxiety and less exciting than we are used to, sure. But I think that is okay. Artists don't need to top themselves for the work to be good. This is good.
  94. andreprocelm
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Beautiful songwriting, as lorde herself said: no weak lines on this one. Such new soundscapes and style but you can still hear that lorde stamp within, it is definitely a great timeless production.
  95. Fah_resende
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Amo demais ela sempre inova e isso que eu amo nela, ella você vc fez tudo e mais um pouco
  96. henry5609
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Solar Power is the perfect summer album, the whole album is just amazing, i love that lorde change her sound
  97. smejacobb
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    She tries some brand new sounds, and she appreciating our nature with her songs. It's so chilling and it's just what we need right in this chaotic moment.
  98. gusannooo
    Aug 20, 2021
    0
    I loved this album, it feels so calm and experimental in my opinion, surely Lorde did it again.
  99. matheww
    Aug 20, 2021
    9
    É um álbum puro e limpo com muito sentimentalismo, apesar de algumas faixas serem muito fracas, a sonoridade do álbum é diferente de tudo que Lorde já fez e é isso que o torna interessante.
  100. VGrijalvaG
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Todas laa reseñas no dejan de pensar en su trabajo anterior, deberían dejarlo atras y dar una oportunidad
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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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