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

Generally favorable reviews- based on 3536 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2,661 out of 3536
  2. Mixed: 141 out of 3536
  3. Negative: 734 out of 3536
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  1. srtgoren
    Feb 8, 2019
    7
    Good album, I like it more than Sweetener, the songs are better than the singles.
  2. sweetwetner
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    INOVANDO A CADA LANÇAMENTO, QUEM OUSA DIZER QUE ELA NÃO ESTÁ PROGREDINDO AINDA MAIS A SUA CARREIRA A ELEVANDO PRA UM PATAMAR MAIOR. É O ÁLBUM DA CARREIRA, E TODOS SABEMOS DISSO. RAINHA CONSOLIDADA E ACLAMADA.
  3. witchrosa
    Sep 1, 2019
    5
    Ariana is a very talented artist with a beautiful voice. That being said, Thank u next is not her best work. It's a bit repetitive and incoherent. I am still looking forward to whatever she comes out with next.
  4. RobbyP
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    Has an undeniable groove and confidence to it, but the best songs on the album are those that have already been released. So, in that regard I was a little disappointed. Overall, I'd put it behind "Sweetener," but still a good album.
  5. itsportela
    Feb 16, 2019
    10
    'Thank U, Next' is Ariana Grande's most cohesive album to date. The lyrics show how much she has matured since the beginning of her career and that she is not afraid of becoming more personal in her art.
  6. ANDERSONCOSTA17
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best album of her career where she turns out to be most vulnerable and true… Expand
  7. LebowskiRams
    Feb 8, 2019
    7
    It's pretty good. I've never felt inclined to listen to a full AG record so I'm pleasantly surprised.

    It is reminiscent of Melodrama if Lorde made it with more mainstream elements — such as trap snares and an abundance of voice-shifting.

    By no means perfect, it falls into cliches at times, but thank, u next is a real enjoyable album
  8. Iago9Mateus
    Feb 11, 2019
    10
    Quem gostou bate palma, quem não gostou paciência. O segundo melhor álbum dela.
  9. EdwardButera
    Feb 17, 2019
    10
    In this album, Grande explores all the rhythms that involved her old works: Needy with Yours Truly; Thank U, Next pulling My Everything; Bad Idea and Bloodline with a touch of Dangerous Woman; and Make Up, possibly discarded from Sweetener.

    This album is the best of Ariana, even with boring songs (Bad Idea) and the biggest (Ghostin). If you are looking for animation, sadness, horniness,    In this album, Grande explores all the rhythms that involved her old works: Needy with Yours Truly; Thank U, Next pulling My Everything; Bad Idea and Bloodline with a touch of Dangerous Woman; and Make Up, possibly discarded from Sweetener.

    This album is the best of Ariana, even with boring songs (Bad Idea) and the biggest (Ghostin). If you are looking for animation, sadness, horniness, cuteness, this is the best opcion.    … Expand
  10. Hogdion
    Feb 15, 2019
    8
    it's a solid album. A better one than Sweetener for sure. She found her new sound, which i don't like. But again, she knows that it's working for her.
  11. markzov
    Feb 8, 2019
    7
    A step up from her previous album "Sweetener" but still the production and the lyrics aren't even close to her vocal ability. There are lots of forgettable and filler track but also some deep cuts (Fake Smile, Needy, Ghostin)
  12. larrie
    Feb 8, 2019
    9
    not a huge fan of Ari but must admit that TUN is MUCH BETTER than Sweetener.
  13. fr108nk
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    this is her best album to date. from the bass and synths backing the harmonious vocals, to the excellent delivery. this is a work of art! the cohesion of the album is absolutely brilliant
  14. gabrielfalb
    Aug 23, 2019
    6
    It's a pretty good album overall, the vocals were on point, but the lyrics are not really good. "make up" is by far the worst.
  15. Abraham_glez
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    nunca me había gustado tanto un álbum de Diosariana desde my everything, estoy calvo es iconico .
  16. Iight
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    each track has a good meaning behind it, gives me my everything/yours truly vibes and i love it!!!
  17. ashinysam
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    Ariana finally opens her heart to write and create an album , we stan ! This is so Ariana album i've listened so far. she is experimenting with different genres and vocal base and so on which is truly amazing. SHE IS THAT **** !
  18. someone-
    Feb 10, 2019
    10
    Easily her best and her most cohesive work yet. It's catchy and there are no skips despite its short production time and its short length. Great production, great melodies, great lyrics, and great vocals as always. The sound that she goes for in this album is more "organic" and "authentic", nothing is forced and it shows how she turned one of the difficult times in her life to a great workEasily her best and her most cohesive work yet. It's catchy and there are no skips despite its short production time and its short length. Great production, great melodies, great lyrics, and great vocals as always. The sound that she goes for in this album is more "organic" and "authentic", nothing is forced and it shows how she turned one of the difficult times in her life to a great work of art.

    There is something special about the making of this album; despite the recent struggles she faced, she managed to put out a great album in a short amount of time, which also serves as a healing process and a bonding moment for her with everyone involved.    … Expand
  19. JMiddleton
    Feb 8, 2019
    9
    Favs
    Thank You, Next
    Imagine
    7 Rings
    Needy
    Fake Smile
    Ghostin
    Bad Idea

    Growers
    NASA
    Bloodline
    In My Head
    Break Up With Your Girlfriend, I'm Bored

    Least Fav
    Make up
  20. Gregoris
    Feb 9, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Muito maravilhosoooooo, álbum do anooooooooo, Parabéns rainha Ariana Grande… Expand
  21. sapphireboy07
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    Such a cohesive piece of work for the pop elite Ariana. She injects so much honesty into the attitude and swagger she brings into the table, without coming off arrogant. As appropriate as the title is, she's all so grateful to be here, to be a performer, to be the time's best, and to be following her own rules. I love this album and it hasn't stopped being on repeat.
  22. orlandoppc
    Feb 8, 2019
    10
    really ariana shows how important it is for the industry and delights us with this great work, one of her best albums without a doubt.
  23. Ariariariari
    Feb 9, 2019
    10
    о боже!!!!!!!! это что-то. я влюблена в неё и её творчество. Она богиня всего мира
  24. JuanMoraes
    Feb 9, 2019
    10
    this album is a mix of trap music and the classic Ariana's pop music, the musics is so harmonics and i'am very greatful for this album.
  25. andymilla26
    Feb 9, 2019
    10
    This album is Ariana Grande's best work so far. Each song compliments each other with it's outstanding production, lyrics with meaningful messages, and Grande's immaculate vocals. Thank u next tops Grande's previous albums in my opinion due to no features from other artists, making this album a strong solo effort.
  26. benweij
    Feb 10, 2019
    10
    The album is gorgeous and every songs are meaningful. My favorite song is "ghostin" .
  27. gabryel
    Feb 14, 2019
    10
    Sem duvidas o melhor album da Ariana. Coeso, bem produzido, letras otimas e nem um pouco cansativo de ouvir. Superou o DW, amo
  28. JooJ_45
    Feb 17, 2019
    10
    É transparente neste álbum que Ariana cresceu muito de anos para cá, com muitos acontecimentos que aconteceram na vida dela anteriormente, é incrível a forma que ela consegue colocar todos os seus sentimentos dentro de um álbum com instrumentais, melodias, vocais e letras tão memoráveis para quem o escuta. Esperamos que muitos álbuns como este venham de Ariana Grande.
  29. theoldjs
    Feb 20, 2019
    9
    5st Album: thank u, next: 92.5

    1. imagine: 100/100
    2. needy: 100/100
    3. NASA: 85/100
    4. bloodline: 100/100
    5. fake smile: 100/100
    6. bad idea: 85/100
    7. make up: 70/100
    8. ghostin: 100/100
    9. in my head: 100/100
    10. 7 rings: 100/100
    11. thank u, next: 85/100
    12. break up with your girlfriend, i'm bored: 85/100
  30. gabrielmangual
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    El mejor album del 2019. Las mejores transiciones y contexto bajo todo lo que Ariana Grande ha tenido que pasar a través de su carrera. Masterpiece.
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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
  3. Negative: 0 out of 24
  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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