thank u, next
by Ariana Grande
  • Record Label: Republic
  • Release Date: Feb 8, 2019
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7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3536 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 2,661 out of 3536
  2. Mixed: 141 out of 3536
  3. Negative: 734 out of 3536
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  1. therealLAR
    Feb 13, 2019
    10
    Ariana really did THAT. This is by far her most cohesive album to date and probably her best album yet.
  2. ReyalsfoSwodahs
    Feb 13, 2019
    10
    thank u, next is a really solid pop album. It's catchy and heartfelt. Grande proves, once again, she has the formula to become the biggest artist in the industry.
  3. otavioidk
    Feb 13, 2019
    10
    aí eu disse, é... princesa do pop, aclamada, grammyada, #1zada... bad idea música da carreira e ghostin balada da carreira
  4. spongeswift
    Feb 13, 2019
    7
    Ariana Grande did what she could in time she had for "thank u, next". I still think the album has it's issues though. Songs like imagine, needy, NASA, bloodline, and ghostin are really good tracks. I still feel that it has undeniable issues though in which the songs feel very "empty" in terms of not having a lot of layers. Taylor Swift for "reputation" layered vocals and instruments toAriana Grande did what she could in time she had for "thank u, next". I still think the album has it's issues though. Songs like imagine, needy, NASA, bloodline, and ghostin are really good tracks. I still feel that it has undeniable issues though in which the songs feel very "empty" in terms of not having a lot of layers. Taylor Swift for "reputation" layered vocals and instruments to make a deep and layered production while Ariana prioritized shorter sessions at the cost of meh instrumentals and almost 0 vocal layering. I think it's a good album but is it as good as the critics lead on? No way. It's a step up from "Sweetener" but still fails to capture the magic that Taylor Swift, Lady Gaga, and Katy Perry can make.… Expand
  5. Kuino
    Feb 13, 2019
    10
    The fifth and best Ariana's album that she has made in all of her musical career
  6. Guenter12
    Feb 13, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The different faces of a wonderful singer and actress, your transformations are wonderful .... just great MM ... your best MV so far !! But I am sure there will be more..… Expand
  7. bobbyzabin
    Feb 13, 2019
    10
    This was a great, cohesive effort by Ariana Grande and one of her best song-writing.
  8. Saula
    Feb 12, 2019
    10
    álbum excelente, bem trabalhado, explora bem os vocais de Ariana, coeso, e o melhor de tudo: foi concebido e produzido em apenas 5 meses.
  9. ralphbernardo13
    Feb 12, 2019
    10
    The overall production and the cohesiveness of the album is excellent. Matured ariana lyrics and album as they said. One of her best!
  10. Mark1998
    Feb 12, 2019
    8
    Her most cohesive album to date. It does feel as a single body of work. Highlights include Imagine, Bloodline, Bad Idea.
  11. johanxzarate
    Feb 12, 2019
    10
    love this album because she tries new sounds everytime. I love her so much.
  12. delroiiigrande
    Feb 12, 2019
    10
    This is her best body of work! Every song have great lyrical content, and they work together; they tell a story. Ariana Grande has shown her side of vulnerability, yet making it her own strength through these amazing songs!
  13. annaclara502
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    O melhor álbum dela até hoje. As músicas são reais e verdadeiras, falam sobre situações ruins que ela conseguiu transformar em lindas músicas. Apaixonada.
  14. jxemoon2001
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    Definitely one of her best body of work. Very cohesive and contains many messages
  15. filipkazm
    Feb 11, 2019
    4
    It definitelly has some stand-out moments but clearly looks like a rushed effort to cash in on thank u next going viral. I like needy and NASA but some of the tracks feel very iunderwritten, this album really doesn't look to great when you compare it to last years Sweetner
  16. mwfeaturings
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    Ariana Grande triunfa mais uma vez e perpetua seu reinado no alicerce do pop, ao mesmo tempo se destacando como a maior de sua geração. "Thank U, Next" é um álbum poderoso, coeso e que traz o relato da vida conturbada de uma jovem que se encontra no auge de sua carreira e nas ruínas de sua vida pessoal.
  17. gonzalxvega
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    This is by far Ariana’s best album: perfectly produced, deep lyrics and songs with the highes notes I’ve ever listened to (imagine), dopest beats (7 rings) and her most honest songs (ghostin). An iconic album for the future Queen of pop.
  18. Mayfieldja
    Feb 11, 2019
    7
    There is no denying that what Ariana does, she does well. There is nothing earth-shattering about this album. Generic pop fills and standard R&B samples fill Grande’s latest outing from start to finish, but I’ll be damned if you don’t find yourself nodding your head and tapping your toes. 7 out of 10
    Tracks to enjoy: “fake smile”, “ghostin”, & “break up with your girlfriend, i’m bored”    There is no denying that what Ariana does, she does well. There is nothing earth-shattering about this album. Generic pop fills and standard R&B samples fill Grande’s latest outing from start to finish, but I’ll be damned if you don’t find yourself nodding your head and tapping your toes. 7 out of 10
    Tracks to enjoy: “fake smile”, “ghostin”, & “break up with your girlfriend, i’m bored”
  19. trulysong
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    Esse é apenas o melhor álbum da princesa do pop e vocês terão apenas que aceitar
  20. gretchenj1
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    This is undoubtedly Ariana's best work so far. Ghostin', In My Head, and NASA are my favorite songs from this album. I hope she continues releasing work like this and I think this album will be successful.
  21. Psales912
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    her best album. you can't chose your favorite one song from the album bc all the songs are wonderful. she slayed.
  22. fredoisonfire
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    Her best album in my opinion! If you pay attention to lyrics you can see that the album has a story, Ariana and Pete’s story . It made me cry heavy tears, its truly a body of art !!
  23. RK13
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    Thank U, Next indeed. Sweetener was absolutely dire and the fact that it won Pop Vocal Album at the 2019 Grammys over Reputation is shocking. However, I am expecting big things with this album. Ariana is back to making music that shows off her vocals. The album has a hip-hop R&B vibe to it sort of like 'Dangerous Woman'. Of course none of her albums will top that one but comparing it toThank U, Next indeed. Sweetener was absolutely dire and the fact that it won Pop Vocal Album at the 2019 Grammys over Reputation is shocking. However, I am expecting big things with this album. Ariana is back to making music that shows off her vocals. The album has a hip-hop R&B vibe to it sort of like 'Dangerous Woman'. Of course none of her albums will top that one but comparing it to Sweetener, it's clear that Grande can make good music in the span of 6 months. 7 rings is by far the most worst song on the album, a definite skip. In contrast songs like bad idea, needy, imagine and break up with your girlfriend are amazing along with the title track. Well done Ariana, this is what we want!… Expand
  24. ThiagoAcquaviva
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    Great vocals, fresh lyrics and an incredible set of instrumentals.
    Such a cohesive album with a journey that fits perfectly into Ariana's moment, saving Pop culture once again.
  25. michaelf
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    I think my favorite part of this album is that it is so personal, and that she took part in writing in every single song. Every time I think " this is her best album " she surprises me with her new body of work and changes my mind. This album is so cohesive in sound and really tells a story about what was going on in her life. If this isn't nominated for the 2020 Grammy main categories II think my favorite part of this album is that it is so personal, and that she took part in writing in every single song. Every time I think " this is her best album " she surprises me with her new body of work and changes my mind. This album is so cohesive in sound and really tells a story about what was going on in her life. If this isn't nominated for the 2020 Grammy main categories I will very shocked.… Expand
  26. Eliza363
    Feb 10, 2019
    10
    Her strongest body of work to date. The vocals, lyrics, emotional connection are amazing and relation to Ariana's life is clear throughout. Exquisite.
  27. DylanGenouw
    Feb 10, 2019
    10
    her. best. album. PERIOD. I love the dark contrast from sweetener. They compliment each other very well
  28. FDuarte
    Feb 10, 2019
    4
    It's a perfect album. Ariana Grande is the new pop revolution
  29. bodakyellow
    Feb 10, 2019
    4
    The album is nothing compared to Sweetener. Most songs are simply radio-friendly tracks that sound too mainstream despite their lyrical depth. Favourite tracks: imagine, needy, 7 rings, thank u, next
  30. ultimatepalmtre
    Feb 10, 2019
    8
    Great album! So many good songs on here. Generally better than Sweetener, although still not my favourite! Highlights for me include Bloodline, Ghostin and Break Up With Your Girlfriend Im Bored.

    -1 point for 7 Rings, don't really like it that much. Otherwise, fantastic!
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86

Universal acclaim - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 23 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 24
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  1. Drowned In Sound
    Feb 25, 2019
    90
    Occasionally, rarely, a record comes along that restores our faith. If this is the future of pop-music, then sign me up.
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  2. Tiny Mix Tapes
    Feb 20, 2019
    90
    thank u, next builds on Sweetener by switching modes of scale. It’s less about looking at the world than being by yourself, more focused on the textures of memory than our actions stemming from it. ... thank u, next is also Ariana’s most stunning vocal album.
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  3. The Observer (UK)
    Feb 19, 2019
    60
    [7 Rings] is a hit, but isn’t actually all that great, using Rodgers and Hammerstein’s My Favourite Things as its sing-song musical base. The rest of the album remains of interest for its evolutions in sound, delivery and attitude.
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