19
by Adele
  • Record Label: XL
  • Release Date: Jun 10, 2008
User Score
7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 393 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 319 out of 393
  2. Mixed: 35 out of 393
  3. Negative: 39 out of 393

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  1. NolanLundgaard
    Apr 11, 2020
    8
    19 by Adele: 7.29

    Daydreamer: 0.75 Best For Last: 1 Chasing Pavements: 1 Cold Shoulder: 1 :) Crazy For You: 0.5 Melt My Heart To Stone: 0.5 First Love: 0.75 Right As Rain: 1 :) Make You Feel My Love: 1! My Same: 1 Tired: 1 :) Hometown Glory: 0.75 10.25/12 ~ .854 -> 7.29 I had always wanted to start reviewing Adele, since she is a very iconic and loved musician. Her    19 by Adele: 7.29

    Daydreamer: 0.75
    Best For Last: 1
    Chasing Pavements: 1
    Cold Shoulder: 1 :)
    Crazy For You: 0.5
    Melt My Heart To Stone: 0.5
    First Love: 0.75
    Right As Rain: 1 :)
    Make You Feel My Love: 1!
    My Same: 1
    Tired: 1 :)
    Hometown Glory: 0.75

    10.25/12 ~ .854 -> 7.29

    I had always wanted to start reviewing Adele, since she is a very iconic and loved musician. Her first release, 19, is a good one. Though most of her songs are on the quieter and slower side, she is able, not unlike Taylor Swift, to fill those songs with moving lyrics, which helps her album get the score it did. Specifically, Make You Feel My Love is such an amazing song and was packed with so much emotion. Besides this, there are several other great songs, Cold Shoulder and Right As Rain to name a couple. My only complaint would be that a lot of songs are acoustic and slower, and this gets slightly repetitive over time. Ignoring that, though, I really enjoyed 19 and I cannot wait to listen to 21 (I love how the albums follow her age)! Highlights: Best For Last, Chasing Pavements, Cold Shoulder, Right As Rain, Make You Feel My Love, My Same, and Tired.    … Expand
  2. greedybadidea
    May 29, 2020
    9
    Adele's debut album is a gorgeous jazzy record that is a lot deeper than most debut albums. The only problem I encountered on this album was some minor production issues, but Adele's vocal performance is so sweet and you can't help but melt when you hear each song. She even throws some sass in there to switch things up. Altogether, I believe this a beautifully cohesive piece of art.Adele's debut album is a gorgeous jazzy record that is a lot deeper than most debut albums. The only problem I encountered on this album was some minor production issues, but Adele's vocal performance is so sweet and you can't help but melt when you hear each song. She even throws some sass in there to switch things up. Altogether, I believe this a beautifully cohesive piece of art.

    Album Track Ranking:
    1. Chasing Pavements
    2. Cold Shoulder
    3. Right As Rain
    4. Make You Feel My Love
    5. Best For Last
    6. Daydreamer
    7. Melt My Heart to Stone
    8. Hometown Glory
    9. Crazy For You
    10. First Love
    11. Tired
    12. My Same    … Expand
  3. raviopatra
    Nov 18, 2013
    9
    This is a very commendable debut from a 19 years old girl. Though it opens with songs that are a bit boring ("Daydreamer" and "Best for Last"), it picks up well from "Chasing Pavements", "Cold Shoulder", to my two favorites: "My Same" and "Hometown Glory". Adele is very talented and her next efforts should offer more than this. She's the new queen of pop music.
  4. mchlkirk77
    Nov 28, 2013
    10
    One of my favorite artists of all time soulful, genuine, moving, passionate, real, wonderful, emotional i love you Adele and God bless your baby and family!
  5. Xbluannax
    Nov 20, 2021
    8
    Good debut album which claimed her fame. Not sure about her version of the Bob Dylan song.
  6. leostarboy
    Sep 9, 2020
    7
    It may not be particuarly original or challenging, but there's enough positive signs here to bode extremely well for the future. The sound of 2008? And beyond, we'd imagine. The co-writes--not as many as you might’ve expected--generally boom from the speakers. The self-penned efforts are bare-boned, erratically excellent but frustratingly blighted by Adele’s penchant for going beyond herIt may not be particuarly original or challenging, but there's enough positive signs here to bode extremely well for the future. The sound of 2008? And beyond, we'd imagine. The co-writes--not as many as you might’ve expected--generally boom from the speakers. The self-penned efforts are bare-boned, erratically excellent but frustratingly blighted by Adele’s penchant for going beyond her capabilities as a vocalist.… Expand
  7. RafaelSeixas
    Apr 22, 2018
    9
    Adele é uma artista diferenciada, não há nenhuma dúvida disso. Consegue transformar a tristeza, a amargura, a rejeição amorosa em clássicos que não conseguimos mais viver sem ouvir. '19' é um lindo álbum de estréia, muito incomum um cantor estrear tão bem, assim como Ela fez. A imaturidade, a doçura e o sentimento de entrega à ingenuidade é muito evidente, e tão poética que já coloca '19'Adele é uma artista diferenciada, não há nenhuma dúvida disso. Consegue transformar a tristeza, a amargura, a rejeição amorosa em clássicos que não conseguimos mais viver sem ouvir. '19' é um lindo álbum de estréia, muito incomum um cantor estrear tão bem, assim como Ela fez. A imaturidade, a doçura e o sentimento de entrega à ingenuidade é muito evidente, e tão poética que já coloca '19' em páreo com os grandes trabalhos lançados no ano. Tanto é que, de cara, Adele recebeu 2 Grammys. É um álbum ÓTIMO de uma cantora e compositora SENSACIONAL!… Expand
  8. CamdenRendell
    Jan 29, 2018
    7
    My personal favourite by Adele. Not quite as polished as her newer material, which I enjoy.
  9. Juan7
    May 12, 2020
    10
    Uno de los mejores álbumes debut de cualquier británico en toda la historia, líricas, instrumentación todo en armonía.
  10. noahmanning14
    Nov 24, 2016
    10
    Insanely talented English vocalist and songwriter Adele debut album is to me the best debut album ever. She use her perfect vocals and her song writing skills to make a amazing album.
  11. aaronpaul121
    Oct 1, 2012
    7
    Her next album, "21", is way better than this one. But it does have really solid songs and her vocals in this album is spectacular. A very good album overall..........
  12. wallofjericho42
    May 14, 2012
    10
    In my humble opinion, one of the most addicting albums I've ever heard. I wont bore you with mundane details, but its just flat out easy listening at its finest. It's bursting with personality. My only minor complaint is that track 7 "First Love" is underwhelming and feels a little out of place, but its still a solid song. Give this album a listen!
  13. bernlin2000
    Jul 23, 2011
    8
    A strong start for this talented musician. Although a lot of her lyrics are somewhat simplistic and tread the same ground (love lost and found), her voice is a real treat to listen to, regardless.
  14. CyyChi
    May 28, 2011
    9
    19 is a complete album. Catchy some times (Best For last, Chasing Pavements...), sad (First Love, Daydreamer...) It's a must for any jazz, blues, pop lovers. And what a voice!
  15. PrThKi
    Nov 19, 2021
    9
    Damn. 19 is where it all began. An exciting talent releases her debut album and the rest is history.
    This album created a worldwide megastar in Adele. One of the most successful artists in history, and 19 can be thanked for beginning Adele's journey to the top of the record books. Nostalgic.
  16. earlgreyrelief
    Nov 19, 2021
    8
    what a great start for Adele. Her vocal style and ability are absolutely amazing. Her songwriting towards a multiply range musically is a very solid effort.
  17. Turine
    May 24, 2011
    8
    Compared to '21', this album lacks many nice songs and songs to keep people wanting to continue listening to the album in its whole entirety. ''Chasing Pavements'' is the main highlight to the album.
  18. beingryanjude
    Dec 29, 2014
    9
    One of the finest debut album in recent history. Adele matches stellar vocals to deep, tender songwriting. She is enchanting and will move you. There is a moment at the end of 'Melt My Heart to Stone' that will bring you to tears.
  19. lkaliba
    May 30, 2014
    10
    "19" introduced us to the amazing singer-songwriter Adele. With songs that are just emotionally satisfying as they are catchy; it just shows that this woman is here to stay.
  20. meduardanery
    Nov 9, 2015
    8
    Ela é incrível, e mostrava isso desde o 19. Se eu não tivesse pesquisado e fosse logo ouvindo o álbum, sem ver data nem nada, eu JAMAIS diria que esse é o primeiro álbum dela. Impressionante.
  21. P_Santiag8
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Me gusta ese álbum , una chica fresca , joven con increíbles letras , es de sus mejores trabajos
  22. Sebastianher27
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    Excelente disco para ser escrito prácticamente por Adele, las canciones son hermosas y la producción es un recordatorio de que en pleno siglo 21 aún se puede hacer música de calidad
  23. cornfloury
    Aug 16, 2023
    10
    As a debut album I think this album is gorgeous, Adele is truly one in a billion.
  24. BaltimoreFreak
    Nov 14, 2012
    9
    The first album of Adele prove her fascinating talent , even she is so young, she makes a kind of music that is not so "actual and commercial", her music can transfer you to a old years. Her voice is superb, so deep and moreover she has a style so sophisticated. I love her.
  25. wi_bart
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    Great lyrics, poorly music, incredible voice. This album is amazing to hear. One of my favorites from Adele. I'd like to hear what next (hearing her albums for the first time)
  26. disguiseinchaos
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
    Its an incredible debut album, really underrated in my opinion. Could be other artists best album, its a great introduction to Adele's world and what was coming after.
  27. Leetha
    Nov 26, 2011
    10
    I first heard the song on this album is Chasing Pavenments and Hometown Glory. Then listen "Daydreamer, Now and Then, and Cold Shoulder". I love it. Then I listened to the song "Right as Rain" kind of music in this song sounds like "Amy Winehouse. Overall this album 19, Adele gave a very brilliant musicality. She has a beautiful soulful voice.
    Adele is also a great songwriter. "19" is one    I first heard the song on this album is Chasing Pavenments and Hometown Glory. Then listen "Daydreamer, Now and Then, and Cold Shoulder". I love it. Then I listened to the song "Right as Rain" kind of music in this song sounds like "Amy Winehouse. Overall this album 19, Adele gave a very brilliant musicality. She has a beautiful soulful voice.
    Adele is also a great songwriter. "19" is one that must be listened to albums of all time ......    … Expand
  28. ramonfreitas
    Dec 19, 2014
    10
    Great debut album.　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　　
  29. Prospctiv_Writr
    Nov 28, 2015
    8
    19 is a pretty good debut from an artist that shows great potential. Compared to her later works, Adele's voice here is at its least impressive. Her vocals are good but aren't used to their fullest as with her succeeding works. Also, as a whole, the album isn't very sonically cohesive and the production is pretty sub-par.
  30. aliha
    Jun 18, 2018
    10
    19 is a really good album for an-almost-self-written album. The lyrics are a little awkwardly positioned, but it's not bad overall. It's very enjoyable and exciting. "Daydreamer", "Hometown Glory", and "Chasing Pavements" are incredible songs that define the album
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68

Generally favorable reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 9 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 19
  3. Negative: 1 out of 19
  1. AllMusic
    80
    A beyond stellar debut in both quality and originality.
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  2. Dot Music
    70
    As is to be expected given Adele's tender years, thematically things are a bit monochrome.... All this, however, is forgiven with a listen to the highlights, such as the sweet acoustic guitar-led 'Daydreamer.'
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  3. Drowned In Sound
    60
    The co-writes--not as many as you might’ve expected--generally boom from the speakers. The self-penned efforts are bare-boned, erratically excellent but frustratingly blighted by Adele’s penchant for going beyond her capabilities as a vocalist.
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