The Romantic
by Bruno Mars
  • Record Label: Atlantic
  • Release Date: Feb 27, 2026
Metascore
66

Generally favorable reviews - based on 10 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 10
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 10
  3. Negative: 1 out of 10
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  1. Rolling Stone
    Mar 2, 2026
    80
    This is an undeniable half hour of deeply felt music designed to please the people, and educate us all a little, too.
  2. New Musical Express (NME)
    Feb 27, 2026
    80
    With ‘The Romantic’, pop’s economical king of ear candy has surely extended his reign.
  3. AllMusic
    Feb 26, 2026
    80
    It's a well-dressed set of nine finely crafted love songs.
  5. PopMatters
    Mar 9, 2026
    70
    The Romantic may lack the edge of 24K Magic, but no one is getting locked out of heaven anytime soon.
  6. Variety
    Feb 27, 2026
    62
    Will you ultimately find “The Romantic” compelling as anything much more than a mood ring… er, mood piece? The best predictor for that will be how much you loved or liked “An Evening With Silk Sonic.”

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#54 Best Album of 2026

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