Walls
by Louis Tomlinson
  • Record Label: Arista
  • Release Date: Jan 31, 2020
User Score
8.9

Universal acclaim- based on 1475 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,302 out of 1475
  2. Mixed: 39 out of 1475
  3. Negative: 134 out of 1475
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  1. martaepis
    Apr 7, 2020
    10
    i love everything about this album. the lyrics are just... perfect! so proud of louis
  2. sumayakn
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    I was very pleasantly surprised with this album. It sounds really amazing and Louis' voice has a beautiful tone that's nice to listen to. The lyrics are incredible and I can tell they are very honest and authentic. He has really distinguished himself as a solo artist and there is not a single skip on the whole album. Every song carries emotional weight and is great to listen to.
  3. zalicia
    Apr 6, 2020
    9
    One of the best albums up to date. The sound that Louis Tomlinson takes on is different compare to today's generic same cord sound. Its melody that haves more then one sound sets on the album. Giving each song a different feeling and with a different story line. Dispite what people say, it's one of the best.
  4. alebordon
    Apr 2, 2020
    10
    Walls it's an amazing album, it has so many ranges of music and definitely should have a good place on everyone's timeline. Incredible voice of the singer and talented band.
  5. Hgyjkj
    Mar 27, 2020
    10
    I'm so proud of Louis for releasing this album and it's amazing how much I've listened to it but I'm not tired yet
  6. amoosadra
    Mar 24, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. listen to this very hard. i cant finish one song. at all i dident like this.… Expand
  7. salmam91
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Very beautiful and well written album. Louis is so talented. He really paved a way for himself and made the music that he feels comfortable with and I respect that so much. He doesn't care about hits and catchy songs he just pours his heart out on these songs.
  8. anataccari
    Feb 17, 2020
    10
    I LOVE THIS SONGS SO MUCH. HE ACTUALLY WROTE THEM ALL. I'm so proud of his big advance in songwriting. We'll be streaming
  9. Marie28
    Feb 17, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's musical and lyrical masterpiece. Haven't listened anything else since the release day… Expand
  10. camicafaro
    Feb 16, 2020
    10
    Amazing debut album!!! The lyrics, the sounds, his voice. A materpiece, so proud of him.
  11. almuudiiaz
    Feb 16, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is a whole masterpiece. I cannot describe how Louis' made it to express every single emotion in this album through the lyrics. The differences between the songs are also unavailable, they make it even more interesting. couldn't love the album more than I do.… Expand
  12. aria13
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    A beautiful album. Lyrics are genuine and deep, with a wonderful Melody. and his soft voice gives a calm and heartwarming feeling that no one can get enough of.
  13. giih__ms
    Feb 14, 2020
    10
    Perfect! All the lycris are amazing and shows who is Louis Tomlinson everyone should listen to this album, its all good! 10/10
  14. Durrah
    Feb 12, 2020
    10
    Definitely a must listen! I wasn’t a fan of 1d and only knew bits about them from of my niece so I wasn’t exactly sure what i was getting into when I listened to the album , but must say im happy with the results! Its been a while since I listened to such a vulnerable, emotion filled album. Defenseless is my favorite simply because of how raw and vulnerable it is. Louis sure knows how toDefinitely a must listen! I wasn’t a fan of 1d and only knew bits about them from of my niece so I wasn’t exactly sure what i was getting into when I listened to the album , but must say im happy with the results! Its been a while since I listened to such a vulnerable, emotion filled album. Defenseless is my favorite simply because of how raw and vulnerable it is. Louis sure knows how to match his emotions with his voice. Deffo a fan now! See you on tour louis!… Expand
  15. JoBauz
    Feb 10, 2020
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Una album mediocre jajaj mas de lo mismo de esta colgada de las muertas y la joteria...
    Ya que se mate tambien
    Por estas 1000 ya habra certificado carton? Por tremendo fracaso jajaj    … Expand
  16. The_BP7
    Feb 10, 2020
    10
    Louis Tomlinson’s debut album Walls is an absolute masterpiece. Not only the melodies are powerful, but also the lyrics, playing a crucial role and conveying strong messages which are extremely inspiring. Great job!
  17. elliebellie
    Feb 9, 2020
    10
    Was looking for new songs for my uni annual play and found this album. Don't know much about the singer but great lyrics
  18. KiranmayiU
    Feb 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I wasn't really sure what to expect from a one direction member trying to venture into the likes of indie and Oasis inspired music but Louis Tomlinson has outsold himself. I feel incredibly lucky to have chosen to give this album a listen for I'm addicted to it now. Starting from the peppy, fast beats of kill my mind to the soul-touching only the brave and with lyrical masterpieces like fearless and don't let it break your heart, Louis Tomlinson proves himself worthy of every accolade he ever recieved. His falsetto and the bridge in defenseless are really impressive. There's a taste of 1D here and there in songs like perfect now but what else do you expect from someone who was responsible for more than half of the band's lyrical masterpieces. I wish there was a rating of 1000/10 to give because that's what this album deserves. Louis Tomlinson may not be perfect but he's definitely one of the best musicians and songwriters in the world.… Expand
  19. Euphoriadulce
    Feb 8, 2020
    10
    Tremenda obra de arte amé cada segundo louis es alto dioso me encantó, hermoso ser
  20. Shiningwalls
    Feb 8, 2020
    10
    Probaby one of the best albums by a one direction member of all time. It has such an interesting sound and something truly enjoyable. I don't know what's wrong with these reviews but then again, this industry has always favored the mediocre artists over true talent.
  21. Ailtinhoinstame
    Feb 8, 2020
    10
    Louis é a Avril Lavigne de cueca, um estilo Pop/Rock único e diferente de seus antigos companheiros do On Direction. Um estilo próprio, um álbum com uma apresentação original. Capa que acompanha o estilo musical. Minha música favorita é WE MADE IT.
  22. m4gd3_
    Feb 8, 2020
    10
    The best album i've ever heard, i really love his music, it makes me so happy and helped me everytime i needed it
  23. Loustan
    Feb 8, 2020
    10
    Masterpiece its An amazing album i love it The best songs in the album us always u abd fearless and habit
  24. Flaviafede
    Feb 8, 2020
    10
    This album shows Louis’ growth both as a singer and as a songwriter. His lyrics are really remarkable and his voice sounds perfect in each song. Definitely an album worth listening to.
  25. Gabrielecrist
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    Eu achei que seria bom, mas superou minhas expectativas. Fiquei impressionada (e apaixonada) pela qualidade. Bom trabalho, garoto de Doncaster!
  26. lucianom
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    You can say whatever you want, but this album has helped me and so many people that i can't see it like nothing but a piece of art, Louis did his very best and this time, he didn't care about anything and that's why i loved it
  27. heidi91
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    love how each song tells a part of some story and its almost magical how he convey his feelings and experiences through them. he reflect his essence in everything he do and its perceived perfectly, its like his seal. also the lyrics he has are really good, joining with the incredible sound and voice, they make it wonderful. i loved the whole album.
  28. dalilah
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    My cousin told me to listen to the album for days, I really didn't believe it, but I really liked the majority of his songs. very good lyrics there !!
  29. cipriano
    Feb 6, 2020
    7
    The album really has something hidden deep down, like the best composition and pleasant sounds at the median level maybe it didn't know how to work hard and until some loose songs are better than some of the album. But it brings a 90's vibe, and fits perfectly in your voice and that's spectacular. It was a good launch, but I hope a lot further forward.
  30. Danimiller234
    Feb 6, 2020
    0
    Coming into this album as a casual listener to 1D, I was very disappointed in this album. It sounds like 1D reject songs and honestly that’s saying a lot. I heard that Louis said this is the album he has always wanted to make or something, well unless he’s always wanted to make **** music that does not show. Somebody in his life needs to care about him enough to tell him it’s time to hangComing into this album as a casual listener to 1D, I was very disappointed in this album. It sounds like 1D reject songs and honestly that’s saying a lot. I heard that Louis said this is the album he has always wanted to make or something, well unless he’s always wanted to make **** music that does not show. Somebody in his life needs to care about him enough to tell him it’s time to hang it up, or else he will keep embarrassing himself.… Expand
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53

Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Pitchfork
    Feb 5, 2020
    48
    Try as he may, Tomlinson has not quite progressed from featured voice to solo artist. For all the major changes in his life, his music seems to be stuck in place. You can take the boy out of the boyband, but not the boyband out of the boy.
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  2. Variety
    Jan 31, 2020
    55
    Solo debuts with this much expectation are incredible challenges. While “Walls” isn’t a craven ripoff or an attempt to recapture One Direction highs, it’s not yet clear exactly who Tomlinson is without them.
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  3. AllMusic
    Jan 30, 2020
    60
    Even if the songs on Walls aren't the most distinct or memorable, they come from a place of authenticity that's genuinely heartwarming and enjoyable. Like any other settled adult, he's perfectly content to stick to the reliable and Walls winds up being the most mature and natural of the ex-1D bunch.
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