Born This Way
by Lady Gaga
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8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 2316 Ratings

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  1. Fatmagul
    Sep 3, 2019
    10
    Album of the millennium.!!!! Something for everybody. Instrumentals shockingly amazing. Lyrical content is beautiful and empowering. Some songs made me cry a lot. She is amazing.
  2. Saeeee_6
    Sep 4, 2019
    10
    One of the best albums ever It's ICONIC AF WE WERE ALL BORN THAT WAY . Love you gaga
  3. victorialiewind
    Sep 20, 2019
    10
    This is kind of albums that can save your life. Born This Way is really one of the best albums ever. It contains club hits, ballads and just strong songs. Many genres from electronic pop to opera. Gaga deserves the name of new Queen of Pop.
  4. Augustosn
    Nov 4, 2021
    10
    Perfect!

    Born this way is undoubtedly a watershed in gaga's career, by far her best... This album is so powerful and empowering, a milestone in pop culture and the world.

    this album saved my life!!
  5. DanielLG
    Dec 26, 2019
    10
    Es el Album de la década es el Album que marco muchas vidas y toda una generación
  6. JuniorMorigi
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Perfeito e aclamado sempre inovando o conceito a verdadeira rainha do pop amo demais
  7. BoomJude
    Jan 11, 2020
    10
    Everything changes since Born This Way released, the voice of gaga inspires everyone who fighting for their rights, sure it is not the album of the decade, but the ALBUM OF 21ST CENTURY. Absolutely perfect!
  8. RafaelMec
    May 28, 2020
    10
    Este é um álbum para qualquer ser humano se libertar das amarras que a sociedade nos impõe, muitas vezes, de forma excludente e fora de que deveria ser ideal. Ouvi durante toda a minha adolescência e a Bad Kid que habita em mim compreendeu que o que é "Nascer assim"
  9. Justinscotts
    Nov 16, 2020
    10
    a pop QUEEN. best pop album of the decade. the LGBTQIA messages. the anthems of self love self worth bravery courage. ALL ART. POP ART. Iconic POP CLASSIC
  10. rafaelgraciab
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Born This Way really reinvented the concept of "musical era" because it wasn't only about the album, but the performances, the outfits, the music videos, the interviews. Everything had a really strong concept.
  11. JmsBnd
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Her message of being free and open to the world resonates with the album. Each song has its own unique message that will surely make listeners and fans tear up.
  12. Lizteti
    Mar 27, 2020
    10
    This album is timeless. Each song is so unique and this album is easily one of her defining bodies of work.
  13. luisilb
    Aug 27, 2020
    10
    ART, el mejor disco, explora varios géneros, buenos instrumentales, buenos vocales

    10/10
  14. Jandren23
    Mar 27, 2020
    10
    Has an exciting feel
    Very unique
    All bops
    Pop Perfection! i said what i said, PERIODT!
  15. ArturoRoVi
    Apr 1, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Brilliant, Incredible, Talented, Amazing, Spectacular, Show-Stoping, Totally Unique, Out of the box, never the same.… Expand
  16. JENOVAisMYmom
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    What a powerful album, great songs, great voice, it has this unique something that makes wanna hear it again and again.
  17. Fernando_xcx
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Biblia inmaculada de Gaga, tal vez no el más exitoso, pero sin duda su mejor álbum hasta la fecha.
  18. joelsantana17
    May 6, 2020
    10
    Even in 2020, this album is still sends a powerful message of inclusion, bravery, diversity, being free, all achieved through love of oneself and others. Highly recommend a listen into one of Lady Gaga's most eclectic albums.
  19. guimleal
    May 28, 2020
    10
    This album saves my life in 2011, this open my mind, and i accept myself as who am i. I love you lady gaga for this! Thanks.
  20. James_S
    Jun 2, 2020
    10
    Born This Way was a victim of poor promotion at a time when the GP was willing to eat up anything Gaga was serving; thus, being able to grab a #10 with Judas despite it having only 3 days of tracking and Edge of Glory debuting at #3 as a promo single. Gaga told a more personal story on her longest LP mixing dark and complex lyrics and song structure with dancehall-thumping beats andBorn This Way was a victim of poor promotion at a time when the GP was willing to eat up anything Gaga was serving; thus, being able to grab a #10 with Judas despite it having only 3 days of tracking and Edge of Glory debuting at #3 as a promo single. Gaga told a more personal story on her longest LP mixing dark and complex lyrics and song structure with dancehall-thumping beats and instrumentals inspired by rock, metal, and country.

    BTW preached inner and outer love and acceptance, and the tracks take you through those journeys beginning with Marry the Night, a chaotic blend of ballad, rock anthem, and dance classic that discusses the rage she felt after being dropped by her first label. A much less 'Fame'-era sounding song, MTN would've been an acclaimed lead single that previewed her evolved sound much more than Born This Way, which could've followed as the 2nd single and still broken records.

    Edge of Glory, the most underrated song of Gaga's discography, was denied its rightful place atop the Charts by being rush-released as a promo single after Judas began to plummet. The most rock-influenced of the 3 songs mentioned, it featured emotional and grandiose lyrics and a trumpet bridge and outro that still soared as a summer 2012 hit, if not as big as it could've been.

    MTN > BTW > EOG released between Jan and May would have given Gaga fans and critics a taste of the experimental yet familiarly catchy work of art that was the Born This Way album. Three #1 smashes would've allowed her to show off tracks like Scheisse, Government Hooker, and/or Heavy Metal Lover to close out the era, with the country-rock 'You & I' mixed in as a late-summer classic.    … Expand
  21. Vitormonster
    May 29, 2020
    10
    The best album of Gaga!
    The art cover, the message!!
    No words for this album!!!
  22. AlistairTun
    Nov 7, 2020
    10
    Oh my god! Born this way is fantastic! It feels so fresh in 2020 despite the years. Amazing job Gaga.
  23. Limaandrey
    Aug 31, 2020
    10
    O melhor álbum não tem, ótima mensagem, inspirou e inspira muitos jovens ❤️
  24. twittzendo
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Is the best album ever. Album of millennium. I dont need to say anything more.
  25. nuggnugget
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Try to top this. exactly, you can't. This is pure Lady Gaga, omfg i love her so much.
  26. AlexanderPrt
    May 29, 2020
    10
    This is the epitome of dance electronic synth pop music! A true masterpiece all and all..No words!
  27. artpopalien
    Oct 28, 2022
    10
    her magnum opus, so excellent, so mesmerizing, so catchy yet morally instructive in a way.
  28. xoGabexo
    Jan 28, 2023
    10
    This is album is so good. It’s the pop bible. There is a reason why this album saved so many people. Gaga did an amazing job on this. Even Bloody Mary finally got it’s moment 12 years after the release. Legend.
  29. Diego_gazola
    May 30, 2020
    10
    Pra mim, o melhor álbum da gaga.
    Suas composições são o que a gaga consegue oferecer de melhor.
    Um álbum para curar as cicatrizes da comunidade lgbt.
    Um clássico moderno.
  30. Jibootyyy
    May 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. BORN THIS WAY>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>… Expand
  31. zhozhoba
    May 31, 2020
    10
    All songs still bangers after 9 years omg. Now Chromatica came out and it feels like Born This Way sister or daughter. Highly appreciated by fans remains her best album.
  32. AbelTP
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    El album mas inclusivo del mundo, gaga siempre apoyando a la comunidad LGBT, ritmos impresionantes y canciones magnificas. GAGA siempre dando de que hablar.
  33. gc99
    Jun 3, 2020
    10
    One of Gaga's best and most solid pieces of work to date. Born This Way shattered records and will forever be one of the most iconic albums in pop history.
  34. Bastian98
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Este es el mejor album en la carrera de lady gaga hasta la fecha, la producción,me recuerda mi niñez
  35. AleGemini
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    Un capolavoro pazzesco, insieme all'album jazz, The Fame Monster ed a Chromatica, penso siano i suoi più grandi capolavori seguiti da Joenne e Artpop.
  36. TotallyCritic
    Aug 27, 2020
    10
    Perfect this album its amazing, i love gaga and her music, fantastic and beautifull
  37. Jjum998
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    With this album i leave the closet where i lived and said "I was born this way".
  38. diegofg
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Mi disco favorito y a día de hoy insuperable. Uno de los mejores álbumes en general de la historia, si no el que más. Con eso lo digo todo
  39. Weesj
    Sep 10, 2020
    10
    Theres a message behind every track on this record all positive messages to love ur self express urself and not be ashamed of who you are! Genious!!
  40. IAMthebigdick
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    I couldn't say how perfect is this, must be a word to say it but I can't find it yet
  41. Cristianisfunky
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Such an anthem for the LBTQ+ community. Bangerz that are timeless and an album for future inspiration for so many artists.
  42. Andrea26
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    The bible of pop, my mother save me when I was young. She give me a reason to live and actually she makes me a better person.
  43. Gerardo_R
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Una verdadera joya de inicio a fin, letras, música, sonidos, la voz de lady gaga, el disco es muy bueno y lo único malo es que el disco yermina.… Expand
  44. DanielCortes
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Un album con muchas metaforas, es de los mejores que he escuchado en mi vida, muy recomendado
  45. JoseLiners
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Este álbum me salvo la vida, todo un símbolo de empoderamiento en la cultura pop
  46. Santi_rave
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Un disco diferente si bien tiene hits, dentro del mismo se encuentra una haga más Oscura y profunda, letras muy inspiradoras que te incitan a quererte y amarte
  47. ARGS19
    Nov 2, 2020
    10
    Es el mejor álbum que Lady Gaga pudo darnos a través de estos años, quizás no fue valorado en su época pero puedo decir hoy en día que su álbum me salvó de este mundo, me llena de energía este álbum y lo admito ME ENCANTA
  48. DiegoRene
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    One of the Bibles of Pop in music history... Every single song has its tone and it uniqueness. Pure Pop in its perfection. Nothing else to say
  49. Pipelon
    Oct 1, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es una obra maestra musical. Con este álbum mí vida tuvo más sentido. Lady Gaga me salvó de muchas malas decisiones y me enseñó a amarme, a ver la vida de una manera más humana, bondadosa y aceptarme.… Expand
  50. junglerat
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    If i had one word to describe this album i would definitely say sensational , well if i had two i would say Magnum Opus ! A standout in her discography, listening to these songs with headphones on is literally an EXPERIENCE.. my favourites are definitely heavy metal lover and government hooker and judas actually scratch that the whole damn album. The synths and electronic waves sound sooooIf i had one word to describe this album i would definitely say sensational , well if i had two i would say Magnum Opus ! A standout in her discography, listening to these songs with headphones on is literally an EXPERIENCE.. my favourites are definitely heavy metal lover and government hooker and judas actually scratch that the whole damn album. The synths and electronic waves sound soooo good paired with her strong vocals laikkk this is a masterpiece and i'm not just ass kissing… Expand
  51. mrryjaneholland
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. my favorite lady gaga album. impeccable work. the message behind the lyrics is incredible, and the sound of the songs too. the best thing about this artist is that we never know what to expect from her works, and she never disappoints, she always surprises us in the best possible way.… Expand
  52. Ritorumonsuta
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Esta buenísimo Cada ves me gusta mas el trabajo discográfico genial de esta excelente artista
  53. Fergieee8319
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Las personas que dicen que este álbum es malo que les pasa? Una cosa es el artista y otra muy diferente el mensaje que deja este, dejen aun lado la competencia y disfruten uno de los mejores himnos LGBT de la hisotira y sobre todo letras como Hair que nos acepta como somos sin importar lo que digan los demás porque yo doy libre como mi cabello.
  54. maximizen
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    10/10. Lady Gaga's best album to date. Powerful production with amazing lyrics and clear message. A true modern masterpiece.
  55. Trodai26
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    MARAVILLA! Canciones pop sin necesidad de Remix. Rompieron las pistas de baile de todo el mundo y siguen haciéndolo!
  56. Michelmeira
    Aug 29, 2020
    10
    Born this way é maravilhosa. Em 2011 eu passei o ano inteiro escutando esse álbum.
  57. adranuch0
    Sep 1, 2020
    10
    And it HEALED MY HEART HEARD A SINE. Find your FREEDOM IN THE MUSIC, TOGETHER WE'LL DANCE IN THE DARK. I'M A FREE BEAT.
  58. Apasra
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    Standout Tracks: Marry The Night, Hair, You and I, The Edge of Glory, Born This Way
  59. buppha
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    Black Jesus + Amen Fashion would have been an interesting official single and this song is both a great power anthem and fashion runway song.
  60. ChaemChoi
    Sep 2, 2020
    10
    Government Hooker is such a fun weird song. This song immediately transports me to the simultaneous dimension of hallucinating Sex club and Fashion Runway at the same time.
  61. Festiniani
    Oct 8, 2020
    10
    this is she consolidating herself as the mother and creator of gays, so exciting
  62. Tim_D
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    In my personal opinion this is her magnum opus. This album is just peak Gaga and still sounds pretty fresh today
  63. Cavolfiore00
    Jan 9, 2021
    10
    Born this way is a disarmingly great album. I love the production ad I can say it is my personal favorite of hers
  64. cuzinho1
    Mar 19, 2021
    10
    This isn't up to The Fame or The Fame Monster. But both of those keep growing, and with its mad momentum and nutty thematics, this one could too--despite being laid down on tour trailed by 28 semis.
  65. EjoanneAG
    Apr 13, 2021
    10
    I love this album it's **** amazing you can listen to it hundreds of times and you will never get tired
  66. Mouaadcritic
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
    Lady Gaga literally saved thousands of lives by releasing this amazing album ❤️❤️
  67. JoshMedinna
    Apr 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Su mejor álbum !! Amo este álbum, es perfección, y sin ninguna colaboración… Expand
  68. arianagrande626
    May 9, 2021
    10
    One of the albums of the decade. I love that Lady Gaga is different from the other pop girlies. My favorite is The Edge Of Glory. TO GOD AND THE GAYS!!!
  69. Alfredo_Rivero
    May 13, 2021
    10
    It's just magnificent, it changed pop music and the industry in general forever.
  70. FurkanCan
    Aug 13, 2021
    10
    Best album of her, i can easily say that… it pulled me out when i was closest to death.
  71. Josevit
    May 21, 2021
    10
    Es el mejor álbum se merece mucho más reconocimiento amo mucho Born This Way es un disco genial lo amo ❤️❤️❤️
  72. SandyMusi
    Jul 22, 2021
    10
    Extraordinary album. Might as well say that it's the best album Lady Gaga has made to date. The songs in this stand out so much, production is top-tier, and every song is a total jam. Gaga took pop to the next level and influenced what pop music is to this day. Love it so much!
  73. starcrossed
    Sep 10, 2021
    10
    it’s a cultural reset, a reason to breathe. it’s the reason why I wake up, the reason why I eat, the reason why I live. it’s everything that gives me energy, everything that gives me strength, everything that i’ve ever wanted.
  74. RandomUser337
    Oct 15, 2021
    10
    My Favourite album of all time i love it so much but there's one skip but that's alright
  75. Sceibe
    Nov 4, 2021
    10
    This is the best album of all time. Every single track tells a story and gives off a feeling. This album has don miracles to the modern pop culture and society. For Gaga to speak up for what she believes ir right is something must artists won’t do in a whole album, but Gaga fights not just her believes, but for equality and womens rights. I simply cannot put into words how special andThis is the best album of all time. Every single track tells a story and gives off a feeling. This album has don miracles to the modern pop culture and society. For Gaga to speak up for what she believes ir right is something must artists won’t do in a whole album, but Gaga fights not just her believes, but for equality and womens rights. I simply cannot put into words how special and meaningful this album. In my opinion the album of the year of 2011 (sorry Adele) all I can say is that I can hear this only all the rest of my life and I wouldn’t complain.… Expand
  76. Arethah
    Nov 25, 2021
    10
    Pop masterpiece Pop masterpiece Pop masterpiece Pop masterpiece Pop masterpiece Pop masterpiece
  77. germanotta28
    Jun 24, 2022
    10
    The Fame ve The Fame Monster'dan sonra beklentilerin pik yapmasinin ardindan Gaga, Born This Way ile daha once neredeyse hicbir pop muzik sanatcisinin denemedigi bir isi deneyip basarili olmustu. Ozellikle Judas sarkisinin albumunun ciktigi zamani dun gibi hatirliyorum. Inanilmaz zamanlardi ve her yerde Gaga konusulurdu. Gaga'nin en iyi albumu oldugunu dusunuyorum ve Born This Way zamaniThe Fame ve The Fame Monster'dan sonra beklentilerin pik yapmasinin ardindan Gaga, Born This Way ile daha once neredeyse hicbir pop muzik sanatcisinin denemedigi bir isi deneyip basarili olmustu. Ozellikle Judas sarkisinin albumunun ciktigi zamani dun gibi hatirliyorum. Inanilmaz zamanlardi ve her yerde Gaga konusulurdu. Gaga'nin en iyi albumu oldugunu dusunuyorum ve Born This Way zamani onun ayni zamanda kariyer zirvesiydi.… Expand
  78. paulll
    Oct 24, 2022
    10
    There hasn't been an album as impactful as this yet and there probably never will be one. this album changed everything.
  79. Vakarisjurg
    Jul 5, 2022
    10
    i love this album. All of her songs are great in this album and i love her eletro-dance musics.
  80. Alphon
    Nov 13, 2022
    10
    Simply a perfect album. There isn't a track on this record that is a misfire. I can't understand why it didn't get a better metascore. The album is probably the best of the decade. I haven't heard pop genius like this since MJ or Mad.
  81. sara9420
    May 14, 2023
    10
    was the album of the decade without a doubt, so iconic to my later teenage years , the number of hours ive spent listening to this album
  82. aestheticmoon
    Dec 18, 2022
    10
    I listened to this album for the first time when I was 7 I just felt that it was written for me. All the times that I cried listening this album . Literally my favorite Lady Gaga album/era . I love every track of this álbum .Hair is my favorite song from the album! In my opinion, Born This Way is not just an album, it is a work of art, a totally conceptual lifestyle. Born This Way Era willI listened to this album for the first time when I was 7 I just felt that it was written for me. All the times that I cried listening this album . Literally my favorite Lady Gaga album/era . I love every track of this álbum .Hair is my favorite song from the album! In my opinion, Born This Way is not just an album, it is a work of art, a totally conceptual lifestyle. Born This Way Era will forever have a special place in my heart.… Expand
  83. JaySWang
    Mar 16, 2023
    10
    My favourite album from Lady Gaga, this one is her gift for LGBT+ community! It should be in the history book!
  84. artpoplover
    Mar 2, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Incrível álbum, grande variedades ótimas letras, músicas famosas de boa qualidade, coreografias e muito mais… Expand
  85. theplantjojo
    Mar 4, 2023
    10
    Singular! A síntese de uma artista em sua mais pura autencidade! Estranho! Massivo! Brilhante!
  86. DavidIsOverHere
    Oct 15, 2011
    9
    Needless to say, awesome album. Tiny Mix Tapes is obviously unprofessional and biased to give it a zero, especially when almost every other review disagrees with it. Those who hate this album are just prejudiced against mainstream music and are very bigoted about it, or they believe those dumb rumours of Lady Gaga being Satanic when they have no hard evidence. Period.
  87. VeryCutePanda
    May 28, 2011
    9
    Those who criticize that we the fans give it high scores because we're fans are just ignorant, we like her music so we gave her high scores, fan or not if you like the album then you high scores, its just that simple. I have to say I have my doubts at first because I'm surprised that she actually chose to go for the artist creative album this early in her career, at first I thought it wasThose who criticize that we the fans give it high scores because we're fans are just ignorant, we like her music so we gave her high scores, fan or not if you like the album then you high scores, its just that simple. I have to say I have my doubts at first because I'm surprised that she actually chose to go for the artist creative album this early in her career, at first I thought it was career suicide but after I heard Born This Way... I feel stupid for even doubting her. This album will not appeal for those wishing to listen to just pure top 40 radio songs, it's not a mainstream album by any pop definition. She's an artist that wishes to experiments and grow during her career, this album is the result. It's definitely not album of the decade by any chance, but it's definitely a great pop album. It strays far from her roots and at times she is trying to hard in this album to please any fans possible, but at least she tries. Most of it were awesome, themes ranging from self-empowerment, immigrants, appreciate life and others positive theme. It definitely have a more gothic lyrics in this album, the chorus of the whole album can be repetitive at times but it's only a minor problem. If you find yourself liking this album then I think you have no problem agreeing that for an 'artist creative' album, this is one damn good pop album.… Expand
  88. RogerSmith97
    May 27, 2011
    9
    ThisThis Album Is Overall Good.. Below Is A Track Listing And A Score Out Of 10-
    Marry The Night 10/10, Born This Way 10/10, Government Hooker 8/10, Judas 8/10, Americano 2/10, Hair 8/10, ScheiÃ
  89. owenrw89
    Dec 7, 2016
    9
    It is and will remain one of the best and most important pop records of the decade. Apart from the odd head scratcher ('Highway Unicorn', 'The Queen', and the title track), every track is incredible in it's own way. This is pop's answer to hard-rock - taking pop and pushing it to it's ultimate limits. It didn't only confirm Lady Gaga's talent, it enhanced it.
  90. viktoreg
    May 24, 2011
    9
    Very interesting album, there was a wide variety of music on Born this Way. There are some songs that seem to drown out Lady Gaga's voice and some songs on the Special edition are not that interesting (lyrically and melodically). Still, the hits on the album (that you'll notice straight off) make it all worth it.
  91. Mateusq
    May 23, 2011
    9
    (9,0)
    Lady GaGa criou um album experimental, com musicas que vão desde a agressiva Judas à delicada Hair, mas a maior gloria de todo o albúm foi a ausencia de musicas ruins. Desde a melódica Marry The Night até a gloriosa The Edge Of Glory, GaGa nos leva à uma viagem de sons e    (9,0)
    Lady GaGa criou um album experimental, com musicas que vão desde a agressiva Judas à delicada Hair, mas a maior gloria de todo o albúm foi a ausencia de musicas ruins. Desde a melódica Marry The Night até a gloriosa The Edge Of Glory, GaGa nos leva à uma viagem de sons e composições dos mais variados tipos. Certamente, o melhor album POP dos ultimos anos.    … Expand
  92. Kieronmullen
    May 24, 2011
    9
    For her third (or second, depending how you look at it) album, it's a pretty solid affair. An electro-clash of 80's rock and 90's dance, it proves to be a journey of an LP. The detractors will no doubt comment on her fanbase of "monsters", her ego, and her fashion instead of just enjoying the music. If this was released by Britney, her fans would be up in arms about how excellent it is,For her third (or second, depending how you look at it) album, it's a pretty solid affair. An electro-clash of 80's rock and 90's dance, it proves to be a journey of an LP. The detractors will no doubt comment on her fanbase of "monsters", her ego, and her fashion instead of just enjoying the music. If this was released by Britney, her fans would be up in arms about how excellent it is, but alas, no one just enjoys the music anymore. All in all, a credible album, few filler tracks, and several worthy singles.… Expand
  93. Gabrielrt
    May 23, 2011
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I listened to the album three times before being able to give a statement. The beginning of the album may seem boring, But after the fifth song you will be teleported to another dimension, especially with: Hair, Bloody Mary, Highway and Heavy Metal Unicorn Lover.… Expand
  94. mon881
    May 23, 2011
    9
    its really good aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaasaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa+
  95. Scum
    May 23, 2011
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Solid album - songs like ScheiÃ… Expand
  96. Iswearimsmart
    May 23, 2011
    9
    Born this Way is a stunning pop album that I will be listening for a long time. What's funny is after the first listen, this was not my reaction. To put it bluntly, I was underwhelmed. There were good songs, but none seemed as catchy or defining as "Just Dance" or "Bad Romance." The album also felt kind of jumbled and random. After several more listens, not only did every song grow on meBorn this Way is a stunning pop album that I will be listening for a long time. What's funny is after the first listen, this was not my reaction. To put it bluntly, I was underwhelmed. There were good songs, but none seemed as catchy or defining as "Just Dance" or "Bad Romance." The album also felt kind of jumbled and random. After several more listens, not only did every song grow on me but the songs also felt more connected. Sometimes it takes a little bit of time to realize what Gaga is actually trying to say or do. Basically this album is part reflective and part self empowerment for her fans. Gaga is basically looking at her life, what she rejoices (religion... Judas, Black Jesus + Amen Fashion... plus plenty more have more subtle undertones of religion.) and what she has learned. At first it was almost jarring how much Gaga has changed. Wasn't this the artist whose debut album was a sexy commentary on Fame and it's consequences? Listen closely, and you'll realize she is still commenting on fame, but she is extending her message further. The more I think about it, the more impressed I am with her. Still, the album isn't perfect. "Judas" while catchy is a pretty weak and generic song (though it does have an interesting message... nothing groundbreaking though.) I've warmed up to "Hair" but it's still not the greatest. "Born this way" grew on me in a big way, but I wish the lyrics would have been more like the sexy, juicy and more subtle lyrics from "The Fame." These are not songs I hate, I don't think I hate any of Gaga's songs, she is just capable of better as evidenced by the rest of her album. "Government Hooker," "Schiebe" "Bloody Mary," "Americano," "Electric Chapel," "You and I," and "The Edge of Glory" are the stand out tracks from this album ("Black Jesus + Amen Fashion" is my favorite of the three additional tracks from the deluxe version, though all are good.) All and all this is a darker and weirder turn for Gaga, and I appreciate the effort. I'm tired of all this fluffy pop crap on the radio. If you are a dance music fan... you will love this album!… Expand
  97. amir_manraj
    May 29, 2011
    9
    Other than "Born This Way", which is way too similar to Madonna's 1989 single "Express Yourself", every song is fantastic. "Judas" and "The Edge of Glory" are brilliant.
  98. SnowDay
    May 24, 2011
    9
    When I first listened to Born This Way, I was very disappointed that it did not sound like The Fame Monster. After my second and third listens, I really started to love the album and was actually glad that it was not a The Fame or The Fame Monster remake. This is Gaga trying something new and it sounds damn good! Not different, just new. Many of the songs (like Hair, ScheiÃ
  99. Vic
    May 31, 2011
    9
    This album differs from previous Gaga's albums, but it's not worse and I guess not better. It's just different. There are no stand-out songs but every song is fun, cool and easy to listen. It's a totally commercial album that was made in a highly professional style! Not a lot of musicians can actually do something like that nowadays! It's a solid album and it leaves only positive emotions!
  100. jasher
    Feb 25, 2015
    9
    Gaga is an easy target for haters. She is an outspoken woman who sticks up for a community whom many in this country would deem worthy of nothing. She has no problem telling you that she is a talented musician and that she makes good music, so she can come across as full of herself. And yes, she does take much influence from pop icons of the past, especially Madonna. All of these factorsGaga is an easy target for haters. She is an outspoken woman who sticks up for a community whom many in this country would deem worthy of nothing. She has no problem telling you that she is a talented musician and that she makes good music, so she can come across as full of herself. And yes, she does take much influence from pop icons of the past, especially Madonna. All of these factors cause many to just dismiss her all together, and the hype that the media and Gaga herself have generated leading up to the release of "Born This Way" may have actually caused a backlash against her more than anything else. So why I am discussing all of these things instead of the music itself? Mainly to point out all of the things that have come in the way of the music itself, which, in the case of "Born This Way," is almost uniformly fabulous. Gaga took several decades of popular music, filtered it through her unique point of view, and made her magnum opus. I believe it is the exact album she wanted to make, and that type of artistic integrity is hard to find in pop music today. "Marry the Night" gets the album off to a rocking, rousing start, building up to its climatic ending which is pure dance-pop nirvana. "Born This Way," the hit first single, does indeed take major influence from Madonna's recordings of the late 80s/early 90s. Its like she took "Express Yourself" and "Vogue," compressed them, and then shot them out of a laser gun. Its a thrilling sound with beautiful lyrics, totally deserving of its six-week reign on top of the U.S. charts. "Judas" takes large influence from both "Poker Face" and "Bad Romance," and while I don't personally think its up to the level of those two hits, its still very memorable with its biblically-based lyrics. "Hair" is one of my personal favorites; its a beautiful, heart-wrenching dance-rock ballad, kissed with a saxophone, for anyone and everyone who feels less than "normal." "The Edge of Glory" sounds in a similar vein, cranking up everything to a euphoric explosion. Its pure cheese, but its very tasty.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 34 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 34
  3. Negative: 1 out of 34
  1. Billboard.com
    Sep 25, 2014
    86
    Lady Gaga promised her fans (perhaps a tad prematurely) that her new album would be the greatest of the decade. But even if the next nine years bring something better, we're unlikely to hear anything bigger than Born This Way.
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  2. Q Magazine
    Aug 8, 2011
    60
    Born This Way feels like the first proper Lady Gaga album. [Aug. 2011, p. 114]
  3. Prefix Magazine
    Jul 6, 2011
    60
    Gaga has always been able to anchor her haughty conceptual undertakings with simple, catchy tunes, but with Born This Way, the persona and the message are starting to bleed into the songs. It's not a good look.
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