Teenage Dream
by Katy Perry
  • Record Label: Capitol
  • Release Date: Aug 24, 2010
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8.0

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  1. ivan13
    Aug 25, 2019
    8
    AVG: 8.4

    Teenage Dream 10/10
    Last Friday Night (T.G.I.F.) 8/10
    California Gurls 10/10
    Firework 10/10
    Peacock 7/10
    Circle The Drain 7/10
    The One That Got Away 10/10
    E.T. 10/10
    Who Am I Living For? 7/10
    Pearl 8/10
    Hummingbird Heartbeat 7/10
    Not Like The Movies 7/10
  2. ourendlesseason
    Dec 14, 2019
    8
    Tutte le più grandi hit della pop star americana, che ha segnato l'adolescenza di un po' tutti noi, sono racchiuse in questo album pop. L'album non vuole stupire o provare ad essere alternativo, è un buon album pop che ha segnato questo decennio e la carriera della Perry.
    L'unica pecca solo le 2/3 canzoni abbastanza dimenticabili.
  3. andyn823
    Jun 6, 2020
    8
    I know that I'm a teenager, not a kid anymore. But this album is so good and it makes me want to go back to my childhood. It's such a nostalgia. Every songs of this album have different messages and different meanings, which makes me ADORE this album. This album will go down as a classic pop album in the future. "California Gurls", "Teenage Dream", "Wide Awake", "Part of Me", "Firework",I know that I'm a teenager, not a kid anymore. But this album is so good and it makes me want to go back to my childhood. It's such a nostalgia. Every songs of this album have different messages and different meanings, which makes me ADORE this album. This album will go down as a classic pop album in the future. "California Gurls", "Teenage Dream", "Wide Awake", "Part of Me", "Firework", "E.T" will be my all-time favorite songs of Katy. We love you Katy.… Expand
  4. Atharvachandher
    Apr 30, 2020
    8
    One of the finest pop album of the decade. Even after listening to it after 10 years it feels fresh. Katy Perry's takes you to the whole new pop world of Katy Perry
  5. PEDROMFR
    Mar 30, 2021
    8
    It's undeniable that Teenage Dream is one of the most sucessful eras to haver exist, mostly due to its five number one singles that redifined all our generation. Nevertheless, there's nothing interesting about it, other than the singles.
  6. Vanyagranderia
    Mar 29, 2021
    8
    What else can you say about this album? - A masterpiece....................
  7. evermore13
    Nov 15, 2021
    8
    To judge Perry as inauthentic or unoriginal would be wrong; as with any great ad campaign, uncanny familiarity is her greatest achievement. However, for all the pomp and watermelon costumes, Perry is primarily a smart and personal pop songwriter. And «Teenage Dream» shows in carefully selected spots-that she's ready to grow up.
  8. marcoanlm
    May 17, 2022
    8
    TEENAGE DREAM
    katy perry, 2012
    1. e.t
    2. wide awake
    3. the one that got away
    4. part of me
    5. slast friday night (t.g.i.f)
    6. california gurls
    7. firework
    8. teenage dream
    9. circle the drain
    10. dressin' up
    11. not like the movies
    12. peacock
    13. who am i living for
    14. pearl
    15. hummingbird heartbeat
  9. Pedro
    Feb 24, 2012
    7
    In a short review - 'Dream' is not the best pop record out there, but it's better than "One of the Boys", and some tracks really prove she's not the one-hit wonder everyone thought she was, and she is not the 'forced pop' singer everyone thinks she is. Waiting for fourth effort.

    ~~ Pedro
  10. austinbond
    Mar 8, 2012
    7
    This saccharine pop album doesn't break from the mould at all, but still has some genuinely great pop songs ("The One That Got Away" and "Firework" come to mind) and a bubbly disco sound.
  11. HunterG776
    May 27, 2011
    7
    Each track works great as a standalone, however the album its self is inconsistent. From the hard, out of this world 'ET' to 'Pearl' the album makes to many drastic changes to be consistent and just plain good. The tracks individually however, help save the album a harsh review.
  12. monster-pow
    Jul 29, 2011
    7
    Track By Track: Teenage Dream- super cool pop rock dance track that is very catchy, Last Friday Night- very cool and sooo catchy i love the menage a trois reference, California Gurls- Ok. Not her best track but it is certainly fun, Firework- the absolute best song in the whole album. Beautiful and the music is amazing, **** when I first heard it i loved it, now it is just boring, i knowTrack By Track: Teenage Dream- super cool pop rock dance track that is very catchy, Last Friday Night- very cool and sooo catchy i love the menage a trois reference, California Gurls- Ok. Not her best track but it is certainly fun, Firework- the absolute best song in the whole album. Beautiful and the music is amazing, **** when I first heard it i loved it, now it is just boring, i know every word to the song and i certainly love to sing it, but I'm totally getting over it, Circle the Drain-very rock and roll, it is fun but long kinda boring somehow, The One That Got Away- sooo lovable! It is one of my favorites. A highlight in the album, E.T.- Fun and robotic one of my favorite tracks also. I Love It!, Who Am I Living For?- worst track in the album, stupid, boring, whatever, Pearl- OK. Kind of boring but i awkwardly love/hate it, Hummingbird Heartbeat- best pop rock song in the album, it is sweet and beautiful. Another album highlight, Not Like the Movies- sweet voice, boring lyrics, not that entertaining. Best Tracks- Firework, The One that Got Away, Hummingbird Heartbeat, Teenage Dream.… Expand
  13. TwistedFantasy
    Aug 4, 2012
    7
    Teenage Dream is a good pop album. Not great, not very good, just -good-. These are the types of songs that any pop singer could sing and it would sound the same; Katy herself doesn't bring much personality to the album. They just sound like 12 songs randomly picked out of Dr. Luke's vault.
  14. riianu
    May 19, 2012
    7
    The songs on this album are unbeliavably catchy. I think I only skip 2 songs on this one (Pearl gives me second-hand embarrassment, and I don't like Not Like in the Movies). But, I think I'm really more in awe of the songwriters on this album - Katy not so much. I wish someone else would sing these songs. Katy does have personality and seems nice, so I do wish her success, but her voiceThe songs on this album are unbeliavably catchy. I think I only skip 2 songs on this one (Pearl gives me second-hand embarrassment, and I don't like Not Like in the Movies). But, I think I'm really more in awe of the songwriters on this album - Katy not so much. I wish someone else would sing these songs. Katy does have personality and seems nice, so I do wish her success, but her voice just isn't strong enough for some of the songs on this record (Firework is one example).… Expand
  15. DrewBrauer
    Sep 1, 2013
    7
    You can no doubt say that Katy Perry is one of the biggest names in Pop music, being Grammy nominated and winning many other awards. So it's no surprise that she releases a second album, "Teenage Dream" is one of the biggest releases to come out this summer, with big hits like "Teenage Dream" and "California Girls" now released, "Teenage Dream" isn't the greatest album in the world, but itYou can no doubt say that Katy Perry is one of the biggest names in Pop music, being Grammy nominated and winning many other awards. So it's no surprise that she releases a second album, "Teenage Dream" is one of the biggest releases to come out this summer, with big hits like "Teenage Dream" and "California Girls" now released, "Teenage Dream" isn't the greatest album in the world, but it is still fun and will have multiple repeats on four or five songs. The problems with "Teenage Dream" are that the ballads where she shines with her voice are very forgettable and will be skipped by some listeners, but probably the biggest problem is that there's no direction or clear story to tell, Katy Perry seems to saying that Young People today are directionless and don't know where they'll go, if that's what she's trying to say, then she may have accomplished it. After the powerful pop single "Firework" the next track is a surprisingly graphic single about sex called then after the cute "The One That Got Away" with get an alien like song about sex called "E.T" the direction for these song's is very odd. But the song's delivered here are super fun to listen to which include all the songs I mentioned, and Katy Perry is still a great songwriter and singer. The album is only 12 songs long and is about maybe 45 minutes, so it's mostly an easy listen. Overall "Teenage Dream" has flaws that might make some listeners uncomfortable, but if you're willing to listen to music that's just meant for easy fun then Perry's latest may be worth buying.… Expand
  16. NosterToaster
    Apr 11, 2013
    7
    Was a very decent album. Had a lot of good songs like "The One That Got Away" "E.T." "Circle The Drain" and "California Girls" "Who Am I Living For" some very in the middle songs like "Last Friday Night" "Firework" "Hummingbird Heartbeat" and some not so great songs like "Not Like The Movies" Overall its was easy to listen to and a good follow up to her first album.
  17. FilFestuccia
    Sep 6, 2013
    7
    Katy Perry's "Thriller" is no masterpiece of pop music. It is, however, a record enjoyable from start to finish, which delivers some pop classics and manages to have a lot of genuine fun in the process. It's so bubblegum it hurts, but the Disney-like impression makes up for a colourful experience of undeniable quality. Also, basically every song in here is a number one single anKaty Perry's "Thriller" is no masterpiece of pop music. It is, however, a record enjoyable from start to finish, which delivers some pop classics and manages to have a lot of genuine fun in the process. It's so bubblegum it hurts, but the Disney-like impression makes up for a colourful experience of undeniable quality. Also, basically every song in here is a number one single an interesting trivia per se, but a relevant fact too if we take into account the sheer cheesiness and catchyness of every melody.… Expand
  18. Diamandis
    Jan 3, 2014
    7
    Basic but does the target. Clearly it is better than their previous work. His voice sounds more powerful, the theme of the album is different although it tends to be repetitive. Again the rhythm of the songs are in their favor. The deluxe edition of this album is also outstanding. Most recommended songs are "Teenage Dream", "Firework" and "The One That Got Away".
  19. lucas24
    Feb 17, 2015
    7
    Não é o melhor e nem o pior album da Perry. TD Foi bem organizado e criado pra vendas, não é a toa que resultou numa explosão de hits chicletes. Katy sempre se supera
  20. spongeswift
    Nov 10, 2017
    7
    Teenage Dream marked the peak of Katy Perry's ever so fast falling career. This album wasn't meant to be amazing it was meant to create big hits like California Girls and Firework. It didn't have a strong meaning it just had a fun meaning and sometimes we need those kinds of albums.
  21. IgorCryBaby
    Dec 24, 2017
    7
    Good pop album full of hits, not Katy's best but still good. I really like ballads.
  22. futuremystery
    Aug 28, 2020
    7
    An album that marked the beginning of the decade. That set records and became widely known. With a strong first half and a bit weaker half it still holds up, but is it Katy's best? No
  23. ohlawei
    Aug 15, 2020
    7
    This record is absolute masterpiece of pop music. After 10 years, I still listen the singles Teenage Dream, Firework, E.T., also the song like Hummingbird Heartbeat, Pearl. But this album is not good about overall of composed.
  24. of_joaopedro
    Aug 23, 2020
    7
    Made to be a success! Teenage was an album programmed to leverage the artist's name, while simultaneously enriching the label's pocket more. Although it has intimate and personal songs like "Not Like the Movies" and "Pearl", the feeling it conveys is that this whole album was made to be a hit. Nothing authentic, nothing original. How to explain the success of this? The artist's personalityMade to be a success! Teenage was an album programmed to leverage the artist's name, while simultaneously enriching the label's pocket more. Although it has intimate and personal songs like "Not Like the Movies" and "Pearl", the feeling it conveys is that this whole album was made to be a hit. Nothing authentic, nothing original. How to explain the success of this? The artist's personality is the reason.
    My grade is 7.    … Expand
  25. Deseorun
    Mar 20, 2021
    7
    The singles are the best thing on the album. Without them, the recent "Smile" with all the pop monotony would have turned out.
  26. TestedCarli
    Nov 15, 2021
    7
    Teenage Dream The Complete Confection Album Score
    1. Teenage Dream 10/10
    2.Last Friday Night TGIF 10/10 3. California Gurls 10/10 4. Firework 10/10 5. Peacock 10/10 6. Circle The Drain 7/10 7. The One That Got Away 10/10 8. ET 10/10 9.Who Am I Living For 8/10 10. Pearl 7/10 11. Hummingbird Heartbeat 9/10 12. Not Like The Movies 9/10 13. The One That Got Away Accoustic 8/10 14. Part Of Me    Teenage Dream The Complete Confection Album Score
    1. Teenage Dream 10/10
    2.Last Friday Night TGIF 10/10
    3. California Gurls 10/10
    4. Firework 10/10
    5. Peacock 10/10
    6. Circle The Drain 7/10
    7. The One That Got Away 10/10
    8. ET 10/10
    9.Who Am I Living For 8/10
    10. Pearl 7/10
    11. Hummingbird Heartbeat 9/10
    12. Not Like The Movies 9/10
    13. The One That Got Away Accoustic 8/10
    14. Part Of Me 10/10
    15. Wide Awake - 10/10
    16. Dressing Up 10/10
    17. ET featuring Kanye West 10/10
    18. Last Friday Night Remix Featuring Missy Elliot 10/10
    19. Tommie's Sunshine Megamix 10/10    … Expand
  27. VeryCutePanda
    Aug 29, 2010
    6
    Katy Perry lacks the polish that most pop acts have today, but what made her stand out than the rest was her ability to crank up insanely catchy tunes without much fuss. Believe me, when she's good, she's damn good (with the addictive 'Peacock', let me hear you sing 'Peacock-cock-cock' cause you can't resist it), when she tries too hard though... it ended up disastrously (seriously, yourKaty Perry lacks the polish that most pop acts have today, but what made her stand out than the rest was her ability to crank up insanely catchy tunes without much fuss. Believe me, when she's good, she's damn good (with the addictive 'Peacock', let me hear you sing 'Peacock-cock-cock' cause you can't resist it), when she tries too hard though... it ended up disastrously (seriously, your homage to our beloved extra terrestrial is that shallow). Still, one cannot deny that this album is filled with jam packed pop songs (at least half of it) that can instantly appeal to most, the lack of auto-tune surprises me (shame on you Ke$ha) and that alone is worth checking the album it, it's solid and too be honest, isn't it way better than 'One Of The Boys'.… Expand
  28. marcio82
    Sep 4, 2010
    6
    In my opinion in all this album, there are only 3 good songs (if you want just song to play at a party) : teenage dream, catchy made with all the elements to sell; et, interesting but far from being a "i kissed a girl" and california gurls, that's all. Should have be realesead as a EP like Usher did. Seems strange to me see a woman, (not a girl), singing those songs. Think people doesntIn my opinion in all this album, there are only 3 good songs (if you want just song to play at a party) : teenage dream, catchy made with all the elements to sell; et, interesting but far from being a "i kissed a girl" and california gurls, that's all. Should have be realesead as a EP like Usher did. Seems strange to me see a woman, (not a girl), singing those songs. Think people doesnt know what is really a great album.… Expand
  29. AndrewUltimate
    Oct 21, 2010
    6
    Katy Perry has great potential to be one of those "big female musicians" as she already is. The most interesting thing about Teenage Dream is that it seems like it was not even made to be a good album, but to be a party album to dance to on Friday night. The best tracks are "Teenage Dream", "Last Friday Night", "California Gurls", "Firework", & "The One That Got Away". Sure, "Peacock" mayKaty Perry has great potential to be one of those "big female musicians" as she already is. The most interesting thing about Teenage Dream is that it seems like it was not even made to be a good album, but to be a party album to dance to on Friday night. The best tracks are "Teenage Dream", "Last Friday Night", "California Gurls", "Firework", & "The One That Got Away". Sure, "Peacock" may be laughable, but the rest aren't bad cuts for a pop-party album.… Expand
  30. iamtrent424
    Dec 11, 2010
    6
    this album was okay. Katy Perry could be better. her songs are too girlie. I think katy perry sings really good. This album was good but not as good. I like a few songs from this album
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 19
  3. Negative: 2 out of 19
  1. PopMatters
    40
    After some severe front-loading, the album is filled out by songs that are too dark or lifeless to work alongside the Candyland motif of the cover and sunbeamy splash of California Gurls.
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  2. Rolling Stone
    60
    Teenage Dream is the kind of pool-party-pop gem that Gwen Stefani used to crank out on the regular, full of SoCal ambience and disco beats.
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  3. Dot Music
    40
    There's none of the ABBA or Cardigans influence she claimed, nor any of the fun she seems to have in real life. For now she just sounds like another of pop's Stepford Wives.
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