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. elisas
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    The album is perfect. Louis Tomlinson wrote most of One Direction songs, he has a talent. His voice is incredible, and I feel amazing listening to it.
  2. Ryaabe
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Really REALLY unexpected! The songs are a nice blend of soft rock and pop very cool! Only the brave the shortest song is the biggest surprise too! Such a short song but the most interesting lyrics “All the lonely shadow dances from the cradle to the grave it’s a solo show and it’s only for the brave” and Don’t Let It Break Your Heart is very different on the album than the single! MuchReally REALLY unexpected! The songs are a nice blend of soft rock and pop very cool! Only the brave the shortest song is the biggest surprise too! Such a short song but the most interesting lyrics “All the lonely shadow dances from the cradle to the grave it’s a solo show and it’s only for the brave” and Don’t Let It Break Your Heart is very different on the album than the single! Much nicer tones! Always You is fun song with some smooth vocals and upbeat sound! Very promising first album from what I’ve heard is the mastermind behind one directions songs clearly more evolved and more personal! Can’t wait to hear what else this young man has in store for the future!… Expand
  3. Brenda0305
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Conceito, coesão e aclamação. Walls é incrível, essa vibe clássica anos 90 misturado com vibe da 1D, amei. Louis tem um total de zero defeitos, é isto!
  4. CarolineFerrer
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    I heard some sounds from One Direction some time ago and I confess that I expected the Louis Tomlinson album to follow the same jovial and even a little tiring line, but I was surprised in a very good way. The songs in general have original rhythms and lyrics full of sincerity and expressed emotions, which we rarely see in music today. It is definitely an album that I would spend all dayI heard some sounds from One Direction some time ago and I confess that I expected the Louis Tomlinson album to follow the same jovial and even a little tiring line, but I was surprised in a very good way. The songs in general have original rhythms and lyrics full of sincerity and expressed emotions, which we rarely see in music today. It is definitely an album that I would spend all day listening to and still would not tire of.… Expand
  5. Venusx
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. É um bom álbum para relaxar. Ficou tudo tão lindo, estou orgulhosa do Louis.… Expand
  6. JuliaSouza
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the album is so good, the feelings he goes through, the depth, perfect !!!!!!… Expand
  7. styleshabits
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    In Walls, Louis Tomlinson is not afraid to show us his true self. In this golden debut album everyone is able to see what Tomlinson has to offer; pure talent as a singer and performer, a writer, a poet, A COMPLETE ARTIST. He is number #1 in about 50 countries (including the UK, Australia and the US) and the album has not even been out for 24 hours yet. Louis is doing so well since OneIn Walls, Louis Tomlinson is not afraid to show us his true self. In this golden debut album everyone is able to see what Tomlinson has to offer; pure talent as a singer and performer, a writer, a poet, A COMPLETE ARTIST. He is number #1 in about 50 countries (including the UK, Australia and the US) and the album has not even been out for 24 hours yet. Louis is doing so well since One Direction got into a hiatus and we could not expect less from this genuine brilliant artist. Each song passes a different vibe, but at the same time he is talking about something that we all know is true and he is passionate about it. Louis Tomlinson is doing amazing in this new era of his career and the Tour has not even started yet. What more can we expect, Tomlinson, since you have given us this absolutely golden debut album?… Expand
  8. Amoe
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    The full vibe of this album fits what I usually listen to on a daily basis. Radio is focused on badass beats with shallow lyrics that this album feels fresh and different. Give this a go!
  9. anna_clara
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    The louis vocals in the songs are absolutely amazing, the songs are engaging and musical instruments like the piano and the guitar give a special touch to the songs
  10. Thaynaalves
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Emocional e puro. Nesse album Louis expõe os sentimentos que estavam guardados desde do hiatos da banda.
  11. VSB
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Es un álbum bastante personal con letras profundas y sentimentales que logran tocar tú corazón, muy hermoso e inspirador
  12. JulianySG
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    He's incredible and i love him so much, i don't care about the critics, his perfect
  13. Itslariicosta
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    This is what perfection means
  14. Bellarodrigues
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    The sound of this album is just perfect. Always you is my favorite one. Best album.
  15. AliceC
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Walls é um álbum com músicas incríveis, Louis realmente me imprecionou com seus vocais, principalmente na música "perfect now", e não esperava nada menos do que composições incríveis. Estou muito orgulhosa.
  16. Hannia
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    It’s the most amazing album that I have ever listen. It’s incredible especially some song a like Walls and Always You
  17. biancasouzar
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. álbum completamente maravilhoso, estou morrendo de orgulho do louis e que ele cresça cada vez mais… Expand
  18. Caucarvalho
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    This album is incredible!!! His sonority and voice are perfect. he did it with all the love and dedication, You can see it in every song
  19. lwtbottlemen
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    These songs are so pure and organic just like he promised to us. You really feel the songs and the voice and everything, Louis Tomlinson is such a powerful songwriter.
  20. Yaaasmin
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    omg that's amazing
    he knows how to use words very well, and his voice came out perfectly in every song
  21. karlla
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    PERFECT beautiful adorable this album is incredible and sincere. louis tomlinson did a great job, congratulations.
    I hope you like this album, with beautiful and pure lyrics, it's really a louis composition, direct and good. i am proud of the artist he became
  22. JuliaMDR
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The album has different sounds from beginning to end, the artist's voice sounds very strong and decisive, compositions really impressive, in my opinion, it's a 10!… Expand
  23. PamAlvarenga
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    It’s an incredible album, he’s voice sounds great! I can wait to hear other music from him, my favorite one is Always You
  24. emmilyy
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    his voice is just perfect and the lyrics are honest Always you is definitely my favorite song
  25. louisking
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Is the best album of year, of world omg the songs convey the truth of his soul and I am so grateful for this perfection of the album
  26. Damarispenguin
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    ME ENCANTÓ ❤️ Este álbum es arte. Louis ha creado arte, Louis es arte. Mi bebe merece todo lo bonito de este mundo.
  27. alicetomaz
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    the best album that i’ve ever heard in my life is so good the vocals are perfect louis made an excellent album
  28. ajaraujo
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    all the songs in the album are spectacular never listened to something like that!! I can notice a grow in his voice since one direction.in other words i love it
  29. swiftspoesy
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    The album is full of beautifully composed songs, the live instrumentals are delightful to listen to and his voice evolved in such a level that shows his growth from the boy on the back vocals in One Direction. The way Louis paid attention carefully to every melody in this work was amazing.
  30. Aledeoliveira4
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    This album is incredible and congratulations to Louis Tomlinson. Always you is the best.
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

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  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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