Witness
by Katy Perry
  • Record Label: Capitol
  • Release Date: Jun 9, 2017
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  1. reilibriano
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    ÁLBUM MARAVILHOSOOOOOOOOO RAINHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
  2. Danmuniz
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    An amazing album! So beautiful to see Katy growing up in music. She is a wonderful and powerful woman and I'm so grateful to witness this moment. Every song is so goof to hear and the most part of the tracks are dance musics. I'm so proud of Katy Perry.
  3. faulermoreira
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    This album is wonderful! Here you are a more adult, and vulgar Katy! The melody is beautiful, a conceptual chewing gum, for all tastes! Really HINARY album, ICON! Katy I love you, queen
  4. LeonardoBueno
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Her best album. With mature, well-crafted and sincere songs, Katy shows all her vulnerability and at the same time her woman power. It's bold and inspiring.
  5. WITNESSKP
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    it's not just an album, it's a complete masterpiece. the album of the year, her best album so farm. this album is an a level so higher than prism and teenage dream that i cant believe. love you
  6. axcelbravo
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    This album is really amazing. The production is very next level and her vocals take you to another place. Great album for Katy! The highlight off the album are Witness, Hey Hey Hey, Power, Tsunami, Save As Draft and Into Me You See, this last one is an increbie ballad that show us how vulnerable Katy is.
  7. SandrHenrique
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the best career album, KATY GROWTH, a powerful woman, I am a witness
    The best bl of 20 17,and the best album of Katy Perry,Katy is so talent.My favorites songs is Dejavu,Power,Hey Hey Hey,Pendulum and Chained To The Rhythm.    … Expand
  8. RiccardoGalan
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    An amazing album. Witness is not her best album but is really good, i love it.
    Katy Perry is the queen of pooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooop
  9. lidcruz
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Probably the best release of 2017 so far. A great album from beginning to end. All the songs are amazing songs, no need to skip none of them. Worth listening to.
  10. artje_
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Her best album to date! They're all bops & single-worthy!!! Only one or two fillers of the 17 songs!
    My favouties are: Witness, Hey Hey Hey, Roulette, Bigger Than Me, Power
  11. Dyb927
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Amazing album. May not any memorable hits (yet) but it is still amazing and I have high hopes for Katy's new album.
    Personal Favorites Include: Tsunami, Hey Hey Hey, Chained To The Rhythm, Deja Vu, Bon Appetit, Roulette
  12. KimVinnieLewis
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Witness, the album.
    This is certainly Katy's most courageous album, she left the flowers and lollipops to show the world she grew musically and mentally. Witness is all we need to hear, the instrumental is something that takes us to another world and that shows us the growth of Katy in several aspects. "Hey Hey Hey" really does not give me security, but rather one of the best songs on the    Witness, the album.
    This is certainly Katy's most courageous album, she left the flowers and lollipops to show the world she grew musically and mentally. Witness is all we need to hear, the instrumental is something that takes us to another world and that shows us the growth of Katy in several aspects. "Hey Hey Hey" really does not give me security, but rather one of the best songs on the album, this is something that should not be discussed. "Roulette" with all its dance music tracks from the 80's, certainly deserves attention and deserved to be there. "Swish Swish" could have been a better thing ... And yet it's still great in my opinion, Nicki and Katy together has always been a dream. "Deja Vu and Power" were songs that did not disappoint in aspect NONE, Katy did and did well done. "Tsunami", and sure enough, a song that we need to talk about, she could be lead, first, second and third single, but somewhere important she has to be ... Like "Roulette" she deserves to be where she is. "Mind Maze" I have no words to describe the love I felt in the first 10 seconds of music. "Miss You More, Pendulum, Save As Draft and Chained To The Rhythm" you deserve our respect and affection. "Into Me You See" this song made me come back in Teenage Dream and hear "Pearl" again ... That's when I saw ... "Katy Perry and the best person in the world" changed and changed without losing its essence like person. Unfortunately "Bon Appetit" did not please everyone, but, and a song that should play in the ballad for sure. Katy, I love you.    … Expand
  13. viniciuspotlght
    Jun 9, 2017
    7
    Mature, confident and unique, Witness is a masterpiece. It has a dark vibe and has a message in every song, something that is really difficult to find in other albums. The first track, Witness, makes you want to see through the eyes of the others. Déjà Vu has a catchy beat, and Mind Maze should not be forgotten: it could play all night at the club, and you would still be singing. ChainedMature, confident and unique, Witness is a masterpiece. It has a dark vibe and has a message in every song, something that is really difficult to find in other albums. The first track, Witness, makes you want to see through the eyes of the others. Déjà Vu has a catchy beat, and Mind Maze should not be forgotten: it could play all night at the club, and you would still be singing. Chained To The Rhythm, the lead single, opens your eyes and shows the dark side of the society and the technology. Actually, the whole album has a dark vibe, and you don't have to "be scared to dive in deep", because the sonority is amazing. Roulette is a sweet milkshake made with the 80s discos and silk shirts, while Power has not only the craziest drum solo ever found in a pop album, but also the best lyrics of the record. Save as Draft and Miss You More, the perfect melodies for an acoustic session, are simply stunning. Into Me You See is a ballad that exhales comprehension with lyrics like "Into me you'll see/ You got me wide open/ Now I'm ready/ This is intimacy", ending the confection with the perfect dot.… Expand
  14. Wjuninho12
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Very good, in my opinion it's the best album of 2017, I really loved the songs, like Tsunami, Power, Deja vu among others, actually loved them all, Queen Katy came back to take her throne again.
  15. KatyWitness
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Witness is the best pop album of 2017. The album is so artistic and masterpiece. My favorite song is Witness, Deja Vu, Tsunami, Save as Draft and Miss You More. Thank you Katy Perry for release such an amazing album.
  16. xx_soyisrael_xx
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    This is a great album. Good job for Katy Perry. I waited four years for this, and it was worth it. Congrats for Katy Perry, she is AWESOME!!! #WITNESS
  17. sambaquis159
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Para entender esse álbum vc precisa enxerga-lo como um diário, um diário de uma mulher, que ontem enfrentou os dilemas de seu "Sonho Adolescente" e teve que deixar a luz entrar em seu "Prisma". Esse diário, hoje mostra uma mulher madura e na procura de sua libertação. Sem é claro decepcionar seus fãs, trazendo com essa "libertação", muitos Hinos.
  18. Mateuz
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before. It's her best album.
  19. Vauseman
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Diferente de tudo o que ela já fez. Arriscado porém bem sucedido. Uma obra prima de criatividade, emoção e empoderamento. Soube expressar e ousar da melhor forma. Com certeza um de seus melhores trabalhos sem ter nada convencional em relação a repetitiva indústria musical.
  20. SanDiego2002
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Notei que o album esta bem leve
    Uma pegada bem Pop Alternativa
    Katy Perry soube misturar esses dois estilos muito nem
    Ficou Perfeito
    Com Certeza melhor album da cantora
  21. carlos18
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Katy Perry inicia esta nueva era con un disco con ritmos que no se han llevado en los últimos años, donde la industria musical ha estado dominada desde hace mas de 12 meses por raperos y canciones EDM, este álbum supone el inicio de un viaje, preguntado si quieres ser "TESTIGO" de esto desde los primeros segundos se escucha que la producción de este disco es un punto más allá, las letrasKaty Perry inicia esta nueva era con un disco con ritmos que no se han llevado en los últimos años, donde la industria musical ha estado dominada desde hace mas de 12 meses por raperos y canciones EDM, este álbum supone el inicio de un viaje, preguntado si quieres ser "TESTIGO" de esto desde los primeros segundos se escucha que la producción de este disco es un punto más allá, las letras de las canciones son duras y contundentes, no letras llenas de miel porque lo que necesitamos es alguien que nos hable directo, sin hipocresías. Consciente de la capacidad vocal que KAty Perry poseé, ella en este disco no abusa de nada, los rangos son probablemente los más realistas que ha usado en su carrera. El álbum cierra con una balada que te hace reflexionar "into me you see" ya viste lo que tengo, ya viviste esto conmigo ahora salgamos y liberémonos. Excelente Katy Perry.… Expand
  22. JairRuiz
    Jun 9, 2017
    9
    The most crazy, risky and ambiental album of Katy, honestly she has grown up like artist. This album is amazing, full of great and interesting moments.
  23. PaulHudson
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    I'm in love with the way Witness brings different sensations, it has a dark vibe but it also has dancing songs and there are songs that convey emotion as well. It's a real pop album and mature as people asked for
  24. viniifaria_
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Awesome album! Witness sounds mature and very well produced.. PERFECT SONGS!! EVERYTHING IS INCREDIBLE. I love this woman. Congratulations and thank you Katy Perry for releasing the album of 2017!!
  25. Randy_27
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    This is the album of the year, I loved it. It has songs for every occasion, it is very varied. The lyrics are spectacular, you can see the progress of Katy.
  26. PhilippeO
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    A powerful album, if not a masterpiece. The kind of album you listen from START to FINISH. Its filled with emotions trust me you're in for quite of a ride.
    Apart from the singles my faves are : Witness, Miss you more, Roulette and Bigger than Me.
    DONT MISS THIS, great album by Katy !!!
  27. electrakidney
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    This album marks the best of songwriting with clever lines, even if lacks of clever rhymes. Great songs and great production. This is another step on a career that shall long and last.
  28. nguyenbino
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Witness isn’t about subtlety, but if you’re going to deliver important messages about female autonomy to a young audience, it’s surely better to shout than whisper.
  29. Zettaem
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    its an amazing album, she's better than ever. Witness makes me feel so good and im so proud of this girl, her job is amazing and her dedicate is so admirable. GREAT JOB
  30. davidurias12345
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. excelentes ritmos y letras inspiradoras , un cambio total para katy perry es toda una obra de la musica y un cambio total de su discografia hasta ahora para ella… Expand
  31. liamfitz
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    A mixture of dance bops and vulnerable ballads. Best tracks are Witness, Roulette, Power and Pendulum with best ballad being Miss You More. Production is amazing. Vocals are also so much better than any other album before. Love the new electropop and dancepop vibes.
  32. domyminogue
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    I just love this album, it feels like a real body of work, it flows really well, i love the atmosphere, all songs have this dark synth sound, her voice is also sad/dark, it sounds retro yet futuristic, great work katy
  33. SergioAlcocer24
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    It's probably one of the best albums of 2017. Every song has a new sound (very nice) and an electric Rhythm, one of the best songs of the album is 'Power', It's so nice to the ears and It's very good how Katy search the way ti express what she feel. Buy this album, don't think just do it
  34. Goddess1984
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    It's really good for her to change her phase. Just remember, Katy will rise. These 162 Negas can choke themselves. Also it didn't sound the same it's just that your hate for K-Pez is great that's why you used "0" Don't tell me I'm lying because the album is spectacular. Bye Felicia!
  35. AmzJ
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    An amazing album! Starts of with the iconic Witness track that introduces you to bops like Roulette, Swish Swish and BOP Appétit! Iconic, Truly. P.S get the deluxe version as there are two bops called Dance With The Devil and Act My Age!
  36. Yangkulit
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    This is new from Katy Perry. DIFFERENT. NEVER THE SAME. AWESOME. TIT FELL. THIS IS A WOKE ALBUM. PURPOSEFUL POP AT IT'S FINEST. KATY IS GIVING US HERSELF IN THIS ALBUM. YOU LISTEN TO HER STORY. INSPIRING, EMOTIONAL AND POWERFUL.
  37. aiman95
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    She strikes a dynamic balance of harmony and discord, of aspirational pop and visceral experimentation.This era is obviously an experimental era and is an era FOR the Katycats. I don't care about stans or critics bc this is for us.Katy this era is unbelievable. The album is amazing. The livestream is crazy. She's connected SO MUCH MORE with her fans I'm so happy
  38. marciopaysano
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Her best album EVER! Witness is full of powerful, great anthems and Katy is more confident than ever. Production is amazing and her vocals are SICK! Highlights: Roulette, Power, Tsunami, Hey Hey Hey and Into Me You See. Also, Dance With The Devil is a GREAT song which is only available on the Target exclusive edition. I definitely recommend you to buy it.
  39. itsclarencetong
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    One of her best. WITNESS is her strongest album opening, ever. Closing with an emotional ballad song which made me cry. Her ballad songs here made me cried.
  40. Bommel
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    In my opinion this is Katy's most personal and powerful album. All songs are so strong and beautiful in their own way. There isn't any song I didn't like after the first listen. And this whole concept behind Witness is awesome. This album is truly a masterpiece and you will miss something if you don't listen to it.
  41. iLiu
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    I love Katy and what she is doing with her voice, her musics, her hair, her carrer and i'm sad with all of this hate on her, midia is awful and she don't have to care about haters ou fake news about her personality
  42. baharehmkhanloo
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    With this critic score now I'm sure that they all have problem with Katy... I don't know what the **** does Katy have to do to get a good score from music critics!!!!! when she did "teenage dream" they called it CHILDISH and now with a mature album they say it's FORGETTABLE!!!!!!!!!! what's wrong with y'all!!!!!!!!!!! if this was a beyonce or lady gaga or taylor swift album, I'm sure theyWith this critic score now I'm sure that they all have problem with Katy... I don't know what the **** does Katy have to do to get a good score from music critics!!!!! when she did "teenage dream" they called it CHILDISH and now with a mature album they say it's FORGETTABLE!!!!!!!!!! what's wrong with y'all!!!!!!!!!!! if this was a beyonce or lady gaga or taylor swift album, I'm sure they would give it 7 or 8!!!!!!!! btw I love this album and I think Witness is the best album in Katy's career and best pop album of 2017 so far.… Expand
  43. ezequiel2043
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Definitely the best album of the career, with vocals and incredible sound.katy perry showed for what came in this spectacular new phase. Love hey hey hey.
  44. PEDROODIAS
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is very good, there is an evolution yes, in a matter of voice, rhythms and even its lyrics, it is a more adult side, all are perfect, it shows its mature side, something totally different, songs that are not radiophonic but hot To hear… Expand
  45. Michal96
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I totally love this album. It's awesome. An amazing comeback. I think the best of 2017 so far. My faves are Witness, Roulette, Miss You More and Swish Swish with amazing Nicki Minaj.

    I'm so proud of Katy!!!    … Expand
  46. Pedrofernandez
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Katy is to be congratulated. This album is incredible ... a beautiful album from start to finish, highlight the songs: Power, Tsunami, Witness and Roulette. Katy made an unforgettable album (without losing a little influence of the rock genre)
  47. itsbraz
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Melhor album da Katy Perry. Um album com uma sonoridade bastante diferente de Teenage Dream e Prism. Eu diria que é um álbum experimental. Katy Perry reventou - se com Witness introduzindo um conceito muito interessante neste seu albúm. Infelizmente as escolhas de singles não foram as melhores (Witness devia ser lead single). As faixas que mais se destacam são: Witness, Deja Vu, Pendelum eMelhor album da Katy Perry. Um album com uma sonoridade bastante diferente de Teenage Dream e Prism. Eu diria que é um álbum experimental. Katy Perry reventou - se com Witness introduzindo um conceito muito interessante neste seu albúm. Infelizmente as escolhas de singles não foram as melhores (Witness devia ser lead single). As faixas que mais se destacam são: Witness, Deja Vu, Pendelum e Tsunami. Parabéns, Katy Perry, pela coragem de te lançares para um estilo totalmente diferente do teu, de saíres da tua zona de conforto. Felizmente, originou um dos melhores álbuns pop do ano: WITNESS.… Expand
  48. Cedriclbbh
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is the best album of 2017 for sure, Katy Perry served a good work this time. Also, this is pop perfection and it reminds me of 2010, it has good and dark vibes. Congrats Katy!… Expand
  49. Thommye
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Álbum totalmente diferente do que ela já fez, incrível, mais uma vez provou seu talento e qualidade, não é um TD, é um Witnes. Um retorno incrível, deixou-nos muito orgulhosos
  50. max_123
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Katy show to us, a new side of her, more power and mature. This album is so good, i love Changes, the others Seem to hate the New, the respectively the wiser album of her.
  51. CMoura
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Katy Perry traz mais uma vez um álbum cheio de hits, com música para todos os gostos, Witness é a bíblia pop que o mundo estava precisando. Uma atenção especial para as músicas 'Witness', 'Deja Vu', 'Power', 'Chained To The Rhythm' e 'Pendulum' que são verdadeiros hinos.
  52. MusicEmore
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    The production of this album in SICK I love this album, and so far is her best. She came out of her comfort zone and brought this wonderful album. Essencial músic: Power, Witness, deja Vu, mind maze and tsunami
  53. JohnFerreira_1
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    This album is fantastic. I fell in love as soon as I played and heard the song "Witness". My favorites are "Witness", "Hey Hey Hey" and Roulette ". I loved
  54. robbnic
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Triumphant. 'Witness' is a somewhat risky departure from her previous catalogue and it's clear a lot of work went into making this album. Textured, dark, fun with a gorgeous vulnerability, 'Witness' is an effortless listen from the start. For those who love Robyn's synth-pop, Marina And The Diamond's catchy hooks or Christine And The Queens depth - you will ADORE this album! High in my topTriumphant. 'Witness' is a somewhat risky departure from her previous catalogue and it's clear a lot of work went into making this album. Textured, dark, fun with a gorgeous vulnerability, 'Witness' is an effortless listen from the start. For those who love Robyn's synth-pop, Marina And The Diamond's catchy hooks or Christine And The Queens depth - you will ADORE this album! High in my top ten albums of 2017 for sure.… Expand
  55. rihdarsh
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Definitely one of her best albums, Katy experiments with a different sound and style that's unusual for the artist but surprisingly works out in her favor
  56. joaoinacio
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Without doubt, is already the best album of 2017. Katy Perry never disappoints !! Addicted to the witness! Congratulations, Katy! YAAAAAAAASSS KATY PERRY QUEEN
  57. LunaTheDreamer
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is amazing, you better had listened, this album is saving me. Literally had everything, I love her and I love this album. So what the **** are you reading this and listen WITNESS!… Expand
  58. Oscararenas97
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Katy Perry Witness is a risky proffer. Probably it´s not a memorable album, but it certainly has good rythms and (despite there are not very deep lyrics) Katherine offers purposeful lyrics about feminism, and political topics.
  59. malno
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Wow great ! the more i listen to it the more i love it ! ...I'M GLAD THAT I WITNESSED THIS ALBUM .. WITNESS IS THE ALBUM OF THE YEAR !! GIVE IT ANOTHER CHANCE AND YOU WILL LOVE IT !!
  60. LayllaSilva
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    It's the best yes, I'm very happy with Katy Perry's change, I love her very much. This album is a success
    Witness and Roulette are my favorites, when I heard them I felt renewed. People should give a change instead of criticizing, congratulations Katy, this album does deserve a Grammy. I WITNESSED IT ! I LOVE YOU KATY PERRY!!!
  61. absvini
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    O álbum tem base em seus anteriores porém com uma sonoridade totalmente diferente de tudo que a Katy já tem feito, ela deixa isso claro e explicito. De 'Witness' à suas faixas bônus, ela possui letras, ritmos e tons dançantes de despertar qualquer um. Palavras emocionantes, mensagens e textos que mostram quem ela é, quem ela se tornou e o que a fez chegar onde ela está.
  62. borispi
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Me encanta Witness, creo que supera a creces a su predecesor, una katy más madura y conectada con sus sentimientos, a demás del arte que es mucho mas interesante y con un significado mucho mas racional
  63. jungjayson04
    Jun 10, 2017
    10
    Witness is definitely the best pop album in 2017 ! Purposeful pop in it's finest. The album contains songs which lyrics is actually more inspiring than her previous albums. All of them has deep meaning so I would recommend you buying this album and listen to every songs in it.
  64. olgalopes
    Jun 11, 2017
    10
    With dark beats, "Witness" is a meaningful confection. Amazing lyrically, it makes you open your mind about being yourself, connect with others, really see people, understand them. "I mean, you can see me... But can you really see me?". Katy has matured a lot since her first album. This album is a masterpiece.
  65. Vintage31
    Jun 11, 2017
    9
    This is her best album, she's trying something new and that's great. She could just continue to do classic pop music. 9/10 because nothing is perfect. Don't forget that 0/10 are only people which didn't listen to the album.

    Some song are less entertaining, but the 3 "ballads" are powerful. Katy's vocals are on point, that's fresh, that's dancing. Now let see what she will do in live,    This is her best album, she's trying something new and that's great. She could just continue to do classic pop music. 9/10 because nothing is perfect. Don't forget that 0/10 are only people which didn't listen to the album.

    Some song are less entertaining, but the 3 "ballads" are powerful. Katy's vocals are on point, that's fresh, that's dancing. Now let see what she will do in live, let's see the whole universe of WITNESS.    … Expand
  66. M1eric1H
    Jun 12, 2017
    10
    YESSS KATY!! omfg, she is getting her throne back. There is a reason it spent 4 days on the World Wide Itunes Chart! This Album is such a bop. Your fav could never.
  67. LIZP
    Jun 13, 2017
    10
    2017 is Katy Perry's year because of this amazing album WITNESS, it's nonsense for giving it bad reviews! I love all the songs in it but here's my favorite songs are Witness, Power, Chained To The Rhythm, Miss You More, Save As Draft and Into Me You See
  68. Marcosds127
    Jun 13, 2017
    10
    For sure the best album, the lyrics are with an excellent quality, without taking away her voice that is getting better. My highlights are with Roulette, Déjà vu, Swish Swish and my favorite Dance With The Devil that is only available in the deluxe version.
  69. RealOpinions
    Jul 2, 2017
    7
    Definitivamente el álbum es bueno, pero debe de reinventarse un poco más a la hora de realizar las pistas, ya que al escuchar el álbum se me vienen a la mente otras canciones por las bases ocupadas.
  70. sissi_stess
    Jan 7, 2018
    7
    The first time I listened to this album was in June and I hated it but like always I gave it another listen with an open mind and I was wrong it's still a Ok album but unlike Prism she didn't succeed to produce any big single. In fact I hate Bon appétit with a burning passion.
    Also despite having good songs none really stand out.
    Also my biggest problem is more with Katy perry herself    The first time I listened to this album was in June and I hated it but like always I gave it another listen with an open mind and I was wrong it's still a Ok album but unlike Prism she didn't succeed to produce any big single. In fact I hate Bon appétit with a burning passion.
    Also despite having good songs none really stand out.
    Also my biggest problem is more with Katy perry herself than her music.    … Expand
  71. infsai
    Apr 27, 2020
    7
    It's an okay album. It's definitively not as cohesive in boringness as PRISM, but still lacks something and some songs are copies or other pre-existing ("Into You See Me" it's just a Witness version of "Pearl" ;-;). I like Katy's vocals on this album and how mild some songs are (like "Witness"), and how they sound simply like Katy song (like "Deja Vu"), and messages with them ("Hey HeyIt's an okay album. It's definitively not as cohesive in boringness as PRISM, but still lacks something and some songs are copies or other pre-existing ("Into You See Me" it's just a Witness version of "Pearl" ;-;). I like Katy's vocals on this album and how mild some songs are (like "Witness"), and how they sound simply like Katy song (like "Deja Vu"), and messages with them ("Hey Hey Hey" and "Chained to the Rhythm"). Definitively I don't like that Katy shaved her hair, but whatever...… Expand
  72. lovenlight1989
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The album is truly ahead of it's time. It deserves more recognition. Many locals have slept on this album because of the haircut so this album underperformed.
  73. lucassous
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Biblia, apenas. AMÉM KATY QUE SALVOU O POP EM 2017, felizmente merece uma nota maior, então bora ajudar no user score, obrigado e quero varios 10 rsrs
  74. metacriter
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    This is the album of the year. I personally think this album deserves a Grammy and I hope she wins this year, she deserves it. I also think this is her best album. Well done Katy!
  75. MFarhanR
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    To be frank there are only 8 songs out of 15 that are worth to listen to , but those 8 are more than worth a score of 10. This is the most heartfelt album Katy Perry have ever created.
  76. Candyfornya
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    I think this album has more meaning than all pop songs you can here nowadays.
    Witness the song is so brillant! Really good songs with messages to discover
  77. Yivoi
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    I think Katy was trying to reinvent herself with this material, and it is clear that she did it, it makes a lot of difference to her old albums, I love it.
  78. Absolem
    Jun 9, 2017
    9
    This is a new phase of katy perry, this is a reinvention and i like it
    to listen all album, i listen different kind of song
    in less words a great comeback
  79. kaytea
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Her best album by far, both lyrically and in terms of production. Every song a hit and nothing is filler. Contains both bops and heart wrenching ballads, couldn't recommend enough.
  80. LipeFireworks
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Melhor album da Katy sem duvidas ela esta mais madura e com letras incriveis, todas as musicas sao maravilhosas, só acho que CTTR, Bon Appetit e swish swish nao combinaram com o album, mas o album é perfeito
  81. cawemarqs
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amei o álbum! Ficou maravilhoso.
    Katy é maravilhosa, o Witness é um álbum perfeito, os vocais dela estão incríveis.
    As músicas dos álbuns são viciantes. KATY RAINHA    … Expand
  82. andrecsacred
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    It is truly one of the best albums of the year! Just don't give up on it after the first listen. The album is such a grower! My favorites are Roulette and Power. What is great, that she is being very personal in most of the songs and it gets me every time.
  83. arianaiconic
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Katy's best album! worth the 4 year wait, amazing production and all the songs are bops!!!!. Top 5: Witness, Deja Vu, Power, Bon Appetit and Roulette.
  84. SkyWolkerMC
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    literally the best album in 2017 so far and I'm sure it will be the best album that released this year! Yes these are very big words to speak right now but this shows how good the album is! It might be her best album. Every song in the album shows how hard she worked for this album!
  85. suerdasantos
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    estou bastante satisfeita com esse ALBUM , sem duvidas superou minhas expectativas , que ela continue nos mostrando evolução e boa sorte em sua nova era !
  86. pierodarmawan
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    full of bopss!!!!! i love this album so creative and sounds different straight into my heart. makes me feel comfort with the melody. all i had to say is katy perry u're not dissapointed me and maybe us! keep write a good song my love,queen,motivation and role model. love from katycat
  87. PaedreM
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think it's her best album so far. She is always on point in every song on the album. Roulette is very catchy, This song should become a single. That would hit us hard.… Expand
  88. LucasCotelli
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Katy came really changed on this album, totally mature songs, totally showing her other side of being, her mature, sensitive and human side, I do not know why specialized criticism has set so many stones, it seems that none of them have their own opinion, Appear to be based on the opinions of others. The album is a perfect yes and deserves as much recognition as it really is unlikeKaty came really changed on this album, totally mature songs, totally showing her other side of being, her mature, sensitive and human side, I do not know why specialized criticism has set so many stones, it seems that none of them have their own opinion, Appear to be based on the opinions of others. The album is a perfect yes and deserves as much recognition as it really is unlike anything Katy has ever done!!!… Expand
  89. UmAmorPeople
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Melhor trabalho dá Katy Perry, até agora, sem dúvidas! Ela trouxe um trabalho maduro, um álbum cheio de hits. Mas quando o assunto é música, Katy Perry nunca decepciona.
  90. Jhoncarv
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
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  91. 1234zuka
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    best this year there is good songs like tsunammi or hey hey hey also good miss you more i think that katy have chance get grammy this year the deluxe version songs are also good
  92. aroomsantos
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um hino de álbum, is perfectttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttttt… Expand
  93. sonnyolua
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Very good taste of futuristic pop. And i don't think that there's filler songs on album. After her last album, this one is really healing. Can't wait to witness this live!
  94. AnneHudson
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Some of Witness' songs stand out as incredible songs but all are really good and the album can be dance and express emotion and power at the same time. Witness is the album of the year!
  95. ImLosingTouch
    Jun 13, 2017
    10
    Definitely, Katy perry bare her soul with this record. Witness Is a flawless collection of songs about how to be really a human, showing insecurity, weakness, honesty, kindness, humility, thankness and so much Love.
  96. MynameDave
    Jun 14, 2017
    10
    Éste nuevo álbum que nos da Katy Perry, refleja una etapa evolutiva en su carrera, y busca la añorada madurez musical, que por ende, lo logra. A diferencia de sus 3 álbumes anteriores, en este vuelca su atención a ritmos más oscuros, reflejando en sus letras temas políticos y pequeñas muestras de superación personal. Para algunos, les resulto complicado entender el álbum, aunque este seríaÉste nuevo álbum que nos da Katy Perry, refleja una etapa evolutiva en su carrera, y busca la añorada madurez musical, que por ende, lo logra. A diferencia de sus 3 álbumes anteriores, en este vuelca su atención a ritmos más oscuros, reflejando en sus letras temas políticos y pequeñas muestras de superación personal. Para algunos, les resulto complicado entender el álbum, aunque este sería considerado el más personal de su trayectoria musical; de ahí, la razón por la cual le doy tal critica, que de mi parte, es muy agradable de escuchar y que retoma influencias noventeras.… Expand
  97. AlegsFiley
    Jun 15, 2017
    10
    is funny when you realize that "music experts" hate Katy but they love Selena gomez or Taylor swift trash. but they are "experts" lol. Denifitely is one ther best albums, new sounds, great beats, great vocals and lyrics. Just a great album.
  98. swiftieforlife
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    Love the new sounds Katy is putting out! This album is an evolution compared to her past records. It is definitely great to see a big artist like Katy keep trying new things and evolving!
  99. Joabe
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    This album is incredible, totally unlike anything Katy Perry has done on her other albums and the current hit songs. She should certainly release video clips for all songs.
  100. Ewance
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    This is a fantastic album.Not deliberately exaggerated,Lyrics are easy to understand, but at the same time it is meaningful.Album production is also commendable, and artwork complement each other.

    5 favorite songs :
    1. WITNESS
    2. Save as draft
    3. Deja Vu
    4. Roulette
    5. Pendulum
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 20
  3. Negative: 2 out of 20
  1. The Line of Best Fit
    Aug 13, 2020
    75
    While it's certainly missing any form of coherency, Witness does feel like you're growing with Perry - going on this journey that's helped her find new ground and a reinvigorated appreciation for all walks of the pop music spectrum.
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  2. Prefix Magazine
    Jul 6, 2017
    70
    While she may have slipped down the pecking order, Witness proves she’s still a more interesting pop star than she’s often given credit for.
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  3. Drowned In Sound
    Jun 28, 2017
    50
    It’s a real shame Witness has come out as a bit of a disjointed mess, as there’s a decent record somewhere in there, but it gets lost in the fog of endless guest productions and co-writes that miss the point entirely.
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