The Dutchess
by Fergie
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5.9

Mixed or average reviews- based on 303 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 183 out of 303
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 303
  3. Negative: 105 out of 303

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  1. RobynL
    Sep 27, 2006
    9
    I enjoy each and every song, and enjoy the sampling of earlier music. I hear nothing forced about feeling. Good Job!
  2. TurkRocks
    Nov 15, 2006
    10
    Yanno what I noticed? We get alot of inconsiderate, anti social, unrealistic people out here now a days. Seems like some people go places just to try and start stuff about people and the type of music they like. Me? Im an all around person and Fergie fits in my All around. Rap, techno, rock, hip hop, R&B, Jazz, and fade - I love it all. Fergie - Im going to give you a 10 just because you Yanno what I noticed? We get alot of inconsiderate, anti social, unrealistic people out here now a days. Seems like some people go places just to try and start stuff about people and the type of music they like. Me? Im an all around person and Fergie fits in my All around. Rap, techno, rock, hip hop, R&B, Jazz, and fade - I love it all. Fergie - Im going to give you a 10 just because you are simply awesome. Your voice is great, your album shows it, and you have got some wicked talent.… Expand
  3. xsassysays
    Jun 19, 2008
    10
    The mixed reviews show how controversial Fergie's music and image are, which is part of its appeal. Exceptionally unique album. Fergie is too edgy to be written off as a mere pop princess.
  4. JaggedLittlePil
    Oct 8, 2017
    9
    This album is pop, is rock, is reggae, is RnB, is TALENT. Fergie managed to show everybody that she isn't just the "female one" of The Black Eye Pease. She's an artist. A wonderful album. Beautiful lyrics and really really good music. A little masterpiece.
  5. StanStrecci
    Sep 23, 2017
    9
    The album has a lot of different sound, like R&B, hip hop, rock, soul, electro pop and gives Fergie a new image. It express what she wants, and makes a funny and light album to listen. In my opinion, one of the best albums of the last decade.
  6. BWETMatangi
    Aug 6, 2013
    8
    Why all the hate? The Dutchess is an amazing album and Fergie is a better solo singer than in a group singing. A large range of beats and vocals, and exceptional guests like Ludacris.
  7. rebeligado
    Oct 11, 2016
    7
    Bem mediano, faixas típicas ao da época, o que não tira seu valor, desnecessárias faixas Finally e Velvet. as melhores Big Girls Don't Cry, Clumsy e London Bridge.
  8. AndrewH
    Apr 17, 2015
    8
    PT (BR): Eu não consigo enxergar o porque de tanto ódio em todas essas críticas a um álbum tão maravilhoso de se ouvir enquanto tantos outros ruins a parte lançados na mesma época são aclamados e rasgados em elogios pela crítica. Uma harmonia perfeita entre cada música tornando o álbum nada enjoativo, enquanto faixas como os singles e 'Mary Jane Shoes', 'Here I Come' e 'Losing My Ground'PT (BR): Eu não consigo enxergar o porque de tanto ódio em todas essas críticas a um álbum tão maravilhoso de se ouvir enquanto tantos outros ruins a parte lançados na mesma época são aclamados e rasgados em elogios pela crítica. Uma harmonia perfeita entre cada música tornando o álbum nada enjoativo, enquanto faixas como os singles e 'Mary Jane Shoes', 'Here I Come' e 'Losing My Ground' te levam a querer mais. Um álbum super bem produzido e ótimo na escolha de singles, Fergie com certeza nos trará um sucessor deste pelo ouvir da viciante faixa 'L.A Love' lançada em 2014 que me lembra o single 'Glamorous'. Com certeza e sem dúvidas, não importa sua média, um ótimo projeto.

    EN (US): I can't see why so much hatred in all this criticism to such a wonderful album to listen to while so many other bad part released at the same time are acclaimed and torn to critical acclaim. A perfect harmony between each song making the album nothing cloying, while tracks such as the singles and 'Mary Jane Shoes', 'Here I Come' and 'Losing My Ground' take you to want more. A super album well produced and great in the choice of singles, Fergie will certainly bring us a successor by hearing the addictive track 'LA Love' released in 2014 reminds me of the single 'Glamorous'. Certainly and undoubtedly, no matter your average, a great project.    … Expand
  9. [Anonymous]
    Sep 20, 2006
    10
    Its a great CD ! Great range and vocals.
  10. GreggM
    May 6, 2007
    10
    Terrific album with songs ranging from hip-hop gems ("Glamorous", "London Bridge") to gorgeous ballads ("Finally"). 10/10 for the Ferg.
  11. AndrewG
    Dec 20, 2006
    10
    A 10 for Fergilicious - record of the year.
  12. FussyLaRue
    Sep 20, 2006
    7
    I hate Black Eyed Peas, but this album ain't half bad. It's derivative, but more artists today should be channeling the fun and sexy rap and pop groups of the past (JJ Fad, Mary Jane Girls) than doing whatever the hell it is Beyonce thinks she's doing.
  13. MC
    May 24, 2007
    8
    The Dutchess is really not as bad as some of the critics say. Here is the low-down. Fergalicious(9/10 Fun to dance to and fun lyrics.) Clumsy(8/10 nice beat) All That i got (10/10 best song on the album) london bridge (8/10 fun but a little weird) pedastal (9/10 good club hit) voodoo doll (5/10 boring just skip it) Glamorous (10/10 all the elements of a good song) here i come (8/10 very The Dutchess is really not as bad as some of the critics say. Here is the low-down. Fergalicious(9/10 Fun to dance to and fun lyrics.) Clumsy(8/10 nice beat) All That i got (10/10 best song on the album) london bridge (8/10 fun but a little weird) pedastal (9/10 good club hit) voodoo doll (5/10 boring just skip it) Glamorous (10/10 all the elements of a good song) here i come (8/10 very good beat) Velvet (8/10) Big girls don't cry (9/10) Mary Jane shoes (9/10 it's beach and rock concert) Losing my ground (8/10) Finally (10/10)… Expand
  14. MissH.
    May 30, 2007
    8
    Plenty of brilliant single-worthy tracks, a few poor fillers. Overall a good album.
  15. jackk.
    Jul 8, 2007
    10
    i love this album one of the best
  16. JB
    Mar 4, 2008
    8
    1st off - if a review is to be posted, spell correctly. It diminishes credibility when the spelling is on the 1st grade level. Secondly, as far as POP albums go, I thought this album easily met all the necessary criteria to be justified as a very entertaining album and is worthy of an 8 at the very least.
  17. JeremyM
    Oct 12, 2006
    7
    Wow. Maybe some of these other "reviewers" were expecting more than they should've. It's just Ferg, people, the girl from Kids, Inc. and Wild Orchid. The diversity is a help, not a hindrance. Her lack of identity actually works for an iPod generation accustomed to variety.
  18. JamiW
    Nov 7, 2006
    8
    I love this album! it's fun to dance to and listen to!
  19. Jeff
    Sep 19, 2006
    10
    Love it. All songs could be heard on the radio. Clumsy is the best track and she shows off her phenomenal voice on the stunning piano ballad Finally.
  20. taraji
    Sep 21, 2006
    7
    could have been better
  21. freddyr
    Sep 21, 2006
    10
    Exelente cd de los mejores del año.
  22. Heather
    Sep 20, 2006
    10
    Amazing!! just shows the girl can sing!! keep it up ;-)
  23. KpAl
    Sep 23, 2006
    10
    its great!
  24. SamD
    Sep 26, 2006
    10
    I don't necesarily believe it's worthy of a ten, but I'm sure that half the people who rated this never listened to it and they're just trying to be all non-conformist. It's really more like a 7.5.
  25. VynceP
    Sep 28, 2006
    8
    This album shows she has her own style as well as the persona she's taken on since becoming a member of BEP. The CD has a style for everyone. Some of the songs won't make the radio or even be a hit but at least she can carry a tune and know what her fans expect of her. I think more artists should show diversity in their music selections. It makes you feel more like you have an This album shows she has her own style as well as the persona she's taken on since becoming a member of BEP. The CD has a style for everyone. Some of the songs won't make the radio or even be a hit but at least she can carry a tune and know what her fans expect of her. I think more artists should show diversity in their music selections. It makes you feel more like you have an artist who can really roll with the times and still have a piece of his/her past influences.… Expand
  26. vina
    Jan 3, 2007
    10
    I quite liked it actually...it's refreshing to hear an album where the songs sound different to each other and not like the whiny boring pretentious rubbish I usually have to listen to - whilst repeatedly being told that it's 'meaningful'. Fergie's album is fluffy and throwaway and I love it!!! You can dance to it too...
  27. mathewr
    Feb 15, 2007
    10
    The cd actually shows great breadth and is a definite departure from the usual. This cd oozes of unused potential, and is actually better than "The Sweet Escape" by Gwen Stefani.
  28. DannyH
    Feb 6, 2007
    10
    She freakin rocks. Shes sexy and has great songs. LOVE Clumsy, here i come, vodoo doll, and GLAMOROUS
  29. YahirB
    Aug 15, 2007
    10
    This is a great album her vocals are pretty good, better than others. Some of her songs are very rythmic and catchy right away. Others are slow bringing Oldies back a little bit. The meaning of the songs gives the album a 10, without these I would have given an 8 or 9.
  30. MicL
    Oct 18, 2009
    8
    Altought this album is not perfect, it has really great and catchy songs on it. There is only 4 tracks that are not really good. But all the rest is great and well-produced. For a first solo album, it's really cool.
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58

Mixed or average reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
  1. AllMusic
    40
    Mildly entertaining but tremendously taxing.
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  2. Entertainment Weekly
    83
    Though not every track is a gem, The Dutchess reaches further than most albums by contemporary divas.
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  3. Los Angeles Times
    50
    The problem is the Duchess herself. Fergie exudes earthy charm, but can't keep up with the breakneck music. She forces emotion on the slower show-stoppers, and she's all cartoon kitten on the come-ons. [17 Sep 2006]
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