As I Am
by Alicia Keys
  • Record Label: Sony
  • Release Date: Nov 13, 2007
User Score
8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 93 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 82 out of 93
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 93
  3. Negative: 6 out of 93

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  1. LuisG.
    Feb 20, 2008
    8
    NO ONE is a powerful song keys deliverance is better that ever mature and secure.... some misteps " superwoman" flaws a perfect album... lesson learned with john mayer is amazing... KEY TRACKS: wreckless love, the thing about you, i need you.
  2. Alexandra-
    Feb 4, 2008
    9
    Very good album, I like very much songs like 'No one', 'Like you'll never see me again', 'Tell you something', 'The thing about love'...and a great voice, probably the best;)...keep doing your thing, Alicia...Succes!
  3. ReeseM.
    Dec 4, 2007
    7
    Shae could have done better, but what I want to know is why is Tre Songz not on this site he has one of the best albums of the year.
  4. KB
    Nov 17, 2007
    10
    A great CD, with a range of songs from upbeat to slow, neo-soul to pop, and smooth to raspy.
  5. TrellT.
    Dec 6, 2007
    9
    Her 1st two are obviously better; but she's the barometer.
  6. JanB
    May 4, 2008
    10
    An extremely nice album, in good way old-stylish. Listening to it gives me much pleasure.
  7. SilvioP
    Dec 13, 2007
    10
    I Think It would be totally ridiculous to rate As I Am as anything less than a perfect bold beautiful masterpiece. It's different, It's fresh, but it goes to the pop side. Anyway, It's completely Wow!
  8. TheM
    Dec 10, 2007
    9
    This is indeed an album that will happen to you. The pop edge made me a bit cautious at first but she made it work brilliantly.
  9. SalamaB.
    Jan 15, 2008
    9
    I absolutely love the album. I listen to it every single day and I love every track! I guess I am Alicia Keys crazy!!
  10. BrianaB.
    Jan 2, 2008
    10
    She did her thing! She constantly reinvents herself and has a different sound everytime. You can tell she's singing from her heart and soul with this album.
  11. NathalieF.
    Jan 2, 2008
    10
    her best effort yet, without any doubt. outstanding tracks: wreckless love, where do we go from here, Lesson learned and sure looks good to me. must-have!
  12. GabiP.
    Feb 11, 2008
    10
    "Bringin' r&b back from the hips to the heart" (and head) :)
  13. EveC.
    Mar 4, 2008
    10
    The most soul awakening rnb album of all time.
  14. JeremyE.
    Jan 2, 2009
    9
    I don't know why critics don't like this album it was really good.
  15. KurisuM.
    Nov 16, 2007
    8
    Overall pleasant to listen to.
  16. TonyB.
    Nov 17, 2007
    8
    Good Album.
  17. Joe
    Dec 25, 2007
    9
    Definitely Keys' strongest album yet. Though her old albums clearly can't be discredited for having some amazing singles and stand alone tracks, this is the most cohesive album as a whole, with the fewest duds. For non-singles, "Superwoman," "Wreckless Love," and "Teenage Love Affair" are early favorites.
  18. GabiP.
    Feb 11, 2008
    10
    "Bringin' r&b back from the hips to the heart" (and head) :)
  19. Dany
    Aug 29, 2009
    10
    Perfect!
  20. JarekM.
    Nov 17, 2007
    10
    The best album of HER!
  21. TW.
    Nov 30, 2007
    9
    I am shocked at how good it is. I wasn't feeling the single, "No One" but then i heard the entire CD and now everything has changed.
  22. Mikey
    Jan 11, 2008
    9
    Most of this album is amazing...but I'd just buy the songs I think sound good on iTunes in order to make sure I actually get MY money's worth.
  23. Daniela
    Jan 14, 2008
    9
    Great Album!Buy it!
  24. RendaniM.
    Jan 27, 2008
    10
    My goodness. From the intro, to the last song, this album is absolutely awesome. Well done Alicia. My favourites: "tell you something", "thing about love", "superwoman", and "go ahead".
  25. JarrellC.
    Nov 15, 2007
    10
    I have never been a big fan of Alicia Keys albums, just her singles. But As I Am is pure perfection. With amazing songs like "No One," "Like You'll Never See Me Again," "Sure Looks Good to Me," and "Superwoman" (just to name a few) this album is a classic. I seriously can't stop listening to it.
  26. JayA.
    Dec 13, 2007
    10
    One of Alicia Keys greatest albums, rejuvinating herself to be more herself, pulling from many different music genre's she loves and combining the to make this epic cd. Like You'll Never See Me Again has to be the love anthem of the year!
  27. JuanMiguelG.
    Dec 14, 2007
    9
    Very emotional! What the doctor would prescribe you if you're in love!
  28. DouglasLucena
    Aug 10, 2011
    9
    o album e muito bom. possui um estilo mais POP do que seus antecessores, tem batidas mais fortes, e musicas mais comerciais, porem, sem perder a qualidade.
  29. DMB
    Dec 15, 2011
    10
    If you want to by ONE Alicia Keys album. Make sure it is this one! Perfect, cannot be faulted!
  30. clem666
    Aug 8, 2020
    7
    With almost no arrangements, we can deduce that one of Alicia Keys' primary motivations was to showcase her voice and the simple instruments that accompany her along 'As I Am'. With a few featurings this motivation increases. And it works pretty well. During the album we are only carried by the tempo and voice of the artist, who can make us feel a lot more than you think. Obviously we areWith almost no arrangements, we can deduce that one of Alicia Keys' primary motivations was to showcase her voice and the simple instruments that accompany her along 'As I Am'. With a few featurings this motivation increases. And it works pretty well. During the album we are only carried by the tempo and voice of the artist, who can make us feel a lot more than you think. Obviously we are entitled to the usual show of Alicia: her mellow and honeyed voice cuddles us before exploding with passion and recklessness.
    But Alicia doesn't only deliver to us what she does at her best in her style. In 'As I Am' we can also appreciate some rock (via the presence of Jack White), soul and R&B. This brings us to a pleasant short-term surprise. Unfortunately the cake ends up falling down and it gets really boring on the end of the project. The Expanded Edition actually makes things worst. I see 'As I Am' not as her best album but certainly as one of the key pillar to her carreer. Don't forget she got two Grammys thanks to two tracks of 'As I Am' ('No One' and 'Superwoman'). In conclusion, it is interesting to get in touch with but not groundbreaking.    … Expand
  31. sara9420
    May 14, 2023
    10
    First Album i ever bought, I love her she is such and icon, this album has so many gems on it and still is enjoyed to date

Awards & Rankings

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#94 Most Discussed Album of 2007
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#34 Most Shared Album of 2007

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Metascore
66

Generally favorable reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 22
  3. Negative: 1 out of 22
  1. AllMusic
    70
    And so even though As I Am is a flawed work--a little too poppy, a little too clichéd--it is also indicative of what Keys can and will do, and that she is someone, thanks to her curiosity, intelligence, and natural talent, who will be able to mature and grow for years to come
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  2. Billboard
    80
    The strong stories that Keys spins are complemented by deft musical arrangements that integrate more rock and pop into her enriched old-school vibe.
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  3. Entertainment Weekly
    75
    Despite Perry's penchant for bland mantras, her American Idol-ready songs best showcase Keys' husky range and position her in a mainstream light.
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