Born This Way
by Lady Gaga
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  1. Arturo52311
    Oct 15, 2012
    10
    My favorite album by Gaga! I love the different genres Gaga explores in this album, flaunting her musical diversity. There's not one song from the 17 tracks on this album that I DON'T like. Give it a listen, you won't regret it!
  2. jhonyguy04
    Oct 15, 2012
    10
    I love it!! While some of the songs are not good, a lot of them are. My favorites are The Edge of Glory and Sheibe. I love this album so much!! And it brings new sounds to the scene!!
  3. Modlive
    Oct 29, 2012
    10
    AMAZING album. I know all the lyrics and the choruses are really catchy. Every song has a beautiful story or a strong self-empowering message. Truly one of the best pop albums of all times!
  4. 0987
    Feb 28, 2017
    10
    The bestest album by Gaga. Almost every song is perfect. My favourites are: Marry The Night, Hair, Heavy Metal Lover, You and I and The Edge of GLory. Easily the best album of 2011 and Gaga's best album!
  5. StrawberryBlond
    Nov 14, 2013
    10
    Born This Way was such a double-edged sword for Gaga. Things started out so well, with one of the biggest singles of her career and an amazing 2 million copies sold on the first day worldwide, including 1.1 million in the US alone. But then, things started going wrong. Polarising single choices, overexposure and too much weirdness all caused the album to die a slow death. By the time theBorn This Way was such a double-edged sword for Gaga. Things started out so well, with one of the biggest singles of her career and an amazing 2 million copies sold on the first day worldwide, including 1.1 million in the US alone. But then, things started going wrong. Polarising single choices, overexposure and too much weirdness all caused the album to die a slow death. By the time the tour began nearly a year after release, it was only the fans that cared anymore. Despite this, she managed to pull in a $181 million grossing world tour and had her final dates not been cancelled due to her hip injury (the icing on top of a terrible year), the tour would have been her second consecutive one to hit the $200 million mark. But the public still looks upon the album as a failure which is frankly baffling.
    So, why is the album looked upon so negatively? Because I think it's brilliant. Gaga really showed her diversity with this mesmerising body of work that has shades of light and dark, positivity and sadness. We get uplifting tracks about acceptance with Born This Way, Bad Kids, Hair, ScheiBe and Highway Unicorn. We get sexy songs like Government Hooker and Heavy Metal Lover. We get dark, spooky songs with Bloody Mary and Electric Chapel. We get religious commentary with Judas and Fashion Of His Love. We get deeply personal songs for Gaga in the form of Marry The Night, The Queen, Black Jesus/Amen Fashion and You And I. And we get the astonishing power ballad tour de force that is The Edge Of Glory. It's hard to find a pop album is deep, diverse and personal as this. It should be a pop classic but unfortunately will likely by filed under "under-rated diamond in the rough." I hope it hasn't ended Gaga's career for good because it's evident from this album that she has so much more to give.    … Expand
  6. JoMike
    Nov 19, 2012
    10
    An Amazing Album, for real it's her best work to date.. I heard the album for the very first time 2 weeks ago and wow I was impressed didn't expected this to be this good, well done GaGa! The Edge of Glory, Born This Way, Hair, Bloody Mary, Heavy Metal Lover, You and I and Black Jesus are my favorites, I can't wait for her next project.
  7. HarrysonSykes
    Jan 16, 2013
    10
    The best of the year 2011- 2012 is just perfect, something never seen before, something innovative, new & unique. Lady Gaga as always surprising us with music that no one would imagine could exist.
  8. emnix
    Jan 24, 2013
    10
    This is an amazing album. yeah the sound is different for Lady Gaga but the songs are really really great. it does not sound like the other generic **** out there at the moment. this album may not be to ever bodies liking, especially if you LOVED her other albums, but trust me, its great just give it some time. Stand out tracks: Marry the Night, Born this Way, Scheibe, Judas, Hair, theThis is an amazing album. yeah the sound is different for Lady Gaga but the songs are really really great. it does not sound like the other generic **** out there at the moment. this album may not be to ever bodies liking, especially if you LOVED her other albums, but trust me, its great just give it some time. Stand out tracks: Marry the Night, Born this Way, Scheibe, Judas, Hair, the end of Glory, You and I, Government Hooker, Highway Unicorn, Bad Kids! such a good over all album and the concert is absolulty AMAZINGGGG!… Expand
  9. Bulint
    Jan 30, 2013
    10
    'Born This Way' is hands down one of the best album ever. Gaga's vocals, amazing instrumentals thanks to greats producers such as RedOne, Fernando Garibay and Paul Blair aka DJWS, all the songs are worth listening. Gaga strengthens us with Marry The Night and Born This Way, makes us dance with Government Hooker and Scheiße and takes us to darker places with Bloody Mary. Lyrics makes'Born This Way' is hands down one of the best album ever. Gaga's vocals, amazing instrumentals thanks to greats producers such as RedOne, Fernando Garibay and Paul Blair aka DJWS, all the songs are worth listening. Gaga strengthens us with Marry The Night and Born This Way, makes us dance with Government Hooker and Scheiße and takes us to darker places with Bloody Mary. Lyrics makes senses since she tackles self-confidence, "tottering" love, and even immigration. It also deals with her past and how she always tried to keep her head held high. This is real POP.… Expand
  10. LanaDelRey
    Mar 24, 2013
    10
    Every Song Is Amazing And Unique In It's Own Way! Almost Every Song Off The Album Could Be A Single! This Album Does Not Suck As Many Reviewers Stated... Possibly The Best Of 2011!
  11. Samer
    May 20, 2021
    10
    Love it! Its one of the best albums of all time. It changed my life forever
  12. wendyszafir
    Apr 10, 2013
    10
    What a masterpiece we have into this amazing album. This album has so great musics, i can listen to this all day. And the songs are very ecletic, it has until Spanish songs lol. Bloody Mary is the best!!
  13. Redstreak
    Jun 15, 2013
    10
    Now I know I might be a little late to the party but better late than never. So what can I say about Born This, especially with a two year perspective now? I can tell it is one of, if not the best album I've heard in my life. From Marry the Night to The Edge of Glory the energy does not let up. Her vocals are stronger than they ever have been, and the culmination of her past experiencesNow I know I might be a little late to the party but better late than never. So what can I say about Born This, especially with a two year perspective now? I can tell it is one of, if not the best album I've heard in my life. From Marry the Night to The Edge of Glory the energy does not let up. Her vocals are stronger than they ever have been, and the culmination of her past experiences along with new ideas (both sonically and thematically) along with new producers breeds her most mature album to date. Some lyrics are cheesy and at times the production takes you back to a time of nostalgia, but that's what it's all about. It's inspired by the 80's for a reason, this was Gaga's childhood, her birth moments, of course an album with such a title will be inspired by the things that inspired her as a child. Fans across the globe have responded to the messages contained within these songs and have responded with strength and hope at the new found belief within themselves to accomplish anything. For many people, this is war cry album. We will not be confined to what society thinks of us, we are our own destiny. Even now, 2 years later, I can still listen to the whole thing straight through and feel that passion within me that the album lends along with it's ability to sound just as fresh as the day I got it. Don't let the negativity surrounding the comparisons made by those out of jealous and bitterness deter you from giving this album an open-minded chance. It is a beautiful collection of music, one that will certainly more appreciation in the years to come.… Expand
  14. ElectricJudas
    Jul 22, 2013
    10
    BTW is a truly underrated album. It combines many different music gernes from rock to opera and gives you the illusion that you live on another world were unicorns and electric chapels are real. Gaga 's vision is more clear than ever now. It'a a really brave move and an important chapter to pop history.
    Gaga has proved that she doesn't care about negative critisism and she dares to    BTW is a truly underrated album. It combines many different music gernes from rock to opera and gives you the illusion that you live on another world were unicorns and electric chapels are real. Gaga 's vision is more clear than ever now. It'a a really brave move and an important chapter to pop history.
    Gaga has proved that she doesn't care about negative critisism and she dares to challenge music. "In the most biblical sence I am beyond repentant, fame hooker, prostitute wench vomits her mind'' Lady Gaga Judas    … Expand
  15. BWETMatangi
    Aug 15, 2013
    10
    My favorite CD from Lady Gaga. "Born This Way" is creative and different, and an icon in pop music. The best songs are "Americano", "Bloody Mary", and "Highway Unicorn (Road To Love)".
  16. halcyon7
    Aug 26, 2014
    10
    One of the best albums ever. Amazing climate, instrumentals and lyrics. My favorite songs - The Edge of Glory (the best on the album), Marry The Night, Bloody Mary and Heavy Metal Lover.
  17. jstbrbtw
    Sep 28, 2013
    10
    Nostalgic. Born This Way refers to religious themes, the darkest thoughts of our souls and the desperation for wanting to reach paradise, reshaped a texture that only art gaga is able to achieve. Incredible and amazing!
  18. Eddann123
    Oct 13, 2013
    10
    Lady gaga explora nuevos sonidos fuertes desde el rock, hasta pequeñas partes de opera, una verdadera artista que se dedica a revolucionarse musicalmente, a buscar sonidos extraños y arriesgarse en crear un fantastico album.
  19. candyangelin
    Oct 17, 2013
    10
    born this way is one of the best albuns ever, it´s so experimental and dark, with a good message of love, peace, it´s a fantastic invite to love yourself celebrate who you are and follow all your dreams, to make them come true, gaga shows her many ways to make good songs there are amazing tracks and fantastics productions, it´s the best album of the year
  20. JamesBl
    Oct 20, 2013
    10
    This album was amazing! Not only inspiring, but it was out of this world. I've never heard an album with such deep lyrics, combined with great production.
  21. LsSiel
    Nov 3, 2013
    10
    De verdad pienso que es uno de los discos más menospreciados de esta nueva era.
    BTW es el epítome en el momento de la globalización. Aquí se reúnen grandes sonidos y géneros al rededor del pop.
    La voz de Gaga está en su mejor momento. Es variado, lleno de momentos grandes... en ningún instante de da un respiro. Y de eso se trata, de cantar a todo volumen las letras. Es el album más    De verdad pienso que es uno de los discos más menospreciados de esta nueva era.
    BTW es el epítome en el momento de la globalización. Aquí se reúnen grandes sonidos y géneros al rededor del pop.
    La voz de Gaga está en su mejor momento. Es variado, lleno de momentos grandes... en ningún instante de da un respiro. Y de eso se trata, de cantar a todo volumen las letras.
    Es el album más emblemático de los últimos años.    … Expand
  22. miguelsanhueza
    Nov 5, 2013
    10
    Como amo este album! es el mejor que he escuchado de Gaga, en este album fluyen muchas emociones al pasar por las canciones, sin duda un album epico que no pasa desapercibido! Good Job Gaga
  23. victora
    Nov 7, 2013
    10
    A mixture of several styles, Gaga always changing and evolving in a manner inexplicable. Born This Way and many surprises! I WAS BORN THIS WAAAAAAAAY!!
  24. TheKevyReview
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    prometeu álbum da geração e cumpriu, rainha do pop é assim mesmo amore. não esperava menos, tem mais qualidade que toda a carreira da doceira sem grammys
  25. brandon666
    Nov 16, 2013
    10
    This album revitalized Pop music and added something darker and more interesting to an otherwise boring and bright genre- and this album does exactly what needs to be done- to take pop music down a notch and get filthy with guitar riffs and crazy metal drums. The perfect rock and pop harmony occurs in a beautiful orgasm of music and it is certainly one of the best albums of the decade.This album revitalized Pop music and added something darker and more interesting to an otherwise boring and bright genre- and this album does exactly what needs to be done- to take pop music down a notch and get filthy with guitar riffs and crazy metal drums. The perfect rock and pop harmony occurs in a beautiful orgasm of music and it is certainly one of the best albums of the decade. With standout tracks like Government Hooker, Electric Chapel and the almost perfect Heavy Metal Lover- Born This Way will continue to be a beacon in the history of music. Gaga shows us yet again that she'd rather irrelevant and be herself than be like Katy Perry making boring pop music just because it sells. As for The Born This Way Ball- a masterpiece of modern showmanship that takes the average concertgoer into another dimension.… Expand
  26. fernandob
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    This is Lady Gaga's best album and only gets better with time. She came up with a new and fantastic concept and is still discussed and relevant to this day. Truly an album that proved she's staying here FOREVER.
  27. we_4231
    Oct 27, 2016
    10
    Born this Way is incredible! Not a single dull track on the cd. A bit different from her earlier all-dance tracks, but still, very upbeat, with many more dance tracks. There is more depth to these tunes, but they are all still very catchy. I purchased the album the day it was released. Other than the singles that have been released off this album, Bloody Mary, Heavy Metal Lover, andBorn this Way is incredible! Not a single dull track on the cd. A bit different from her earlier all-dance tracks, but still, very upbeat, with many more dance tracks. There is more depth to these tunes, but they are all still very catchy. I purchased the album the day it was released. Other than the singles that have been released off this album, Bloody Mary, Heavy Metal Lover, and Electric Chapel are my favorite tracks. Amazing stuff!… Expand
  28. kelvingba
    Dec 4, 2013
    10
    Perfect dark album of pop, her songs sounds incredible black jesus is perfect
    judas is a polemic song, and the born this way have a messege super important for the people
  29. justsaying
    Dec 21, 2013
    10
    THIS is an album! I never tire of hearing him is so magical! In this era, Gaga spared no talent, performances and lives were perfect. Very proud of what she has become, how much she has matured in so little time, musically speaking. ILY!
  30. FragileLamplite
    May 23, 2014
    10
    5. Political statements and complex themes run throughout this hour long magnum opus of mother monster. Her manifesto unfolds like a blurry autobiography, with pounding synths affirming her resolve - baby, we were Born This Way. This album was a risk, and especially so early in her career. But now, we realize the true triumph of the record - seventeen tracks riddled with religious and5. Political statements and complex themes run throughout this hour long magnum opus of mother monster. Her manifesto unfolds like a blurry autobiography, with pounding synths affirming her resolve - baby, we were Born This Way. This album was a risk, and especially so early in her career. But now, we realize the true triumph of the record - seventeen tracks riddled with religious and political imagery, giving birth to an undeniable gay rights anthem and a new generation of Little Monsters. Gaga's ability to craft songs of self empowerment and her usually club bangers shines here. It may be one of the most influential and important albums of the decade thus far.… Expand
  31. iSpeakTruth
    Jan 12, 2014
    10
    Wonderful self-empowerment album!Born This Way song itself proved that even music can make you feel stronger and be more tolerant!Really amazing vocals!
  32. Teodoro
    Jun 20, 2014
    10
    O melhor album da Gaga e O MELHOR ALBUM QUE JÁ OUVI,a Gaga traz músicas sombrias,felizes e dançantes,ela consegue celebrar a aceitação de todas as formas possíveis,ela te lembra o lado negro de ser você e o lado arco-íris.
    Pena que não levou 1 Grammyzinho.
  33. raulkul
    Jun 25, 2014
    10
    This album is unique and perfect. Born This Way saved so many lives around the world because of your message. In short, it's an album full of responsibility!
  34. Nein
    Sep 25, 2014
    10
    The power anthem. Definitely one of Gaga' best album. You guys should really check it out. It helped me alot in my troubled times. I hope the album will do the same to you too!
  35. MatthewSC
    Jun 14, 2020
    10
    Grand. Larger than life. Truly a work of art and one of her best bodies of work to date. Standout tracks include: Heavy Metal Lover, Bloody Mary, Scheisse, Government Hooker and Yoü and I.
  36. SalmanxXxYAAASS
    Sep 23, 2014
    10
    Gaga is peeerrrrrrr-feeeect yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaas gaga yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaassss you sound soooooo goooooooooooooooooooood!
  37. donatello666
    Sep 23, 2014
    10
    this girl work so hard ... OMG THIS WORK IS AMAZING... Keep doin it gurl u know ull be the new Gaga... I love the way u ork keep working amazing work... You and I is the best :)
  38. retrospecial
    Sep 23, 2014
    10
    A very strong effort. It goes in a lot of different directions. Gaga is clearly still trying to harness her creativity, and she's getting there slowly but surely. The sheer amount of new music here - over 70 minutes with the bonus tracks - is impressive, and there are no filler tracks. She misses the mark a couple times (Bad Kids, Hair), but she scores many more times (Marry The Night,A very strong effort. It goes in a lot of different directions. Gaga is clearly still trying to harness her creativity, and she's getting there slowly but surely. The sheer amount of new music here - over 70 minutes with the bonus tracks - is impressive, and there are no filler tracks. She misses the mark a couple times (Bad Kids, Hair), but she scores many more times (Marry The Night, Government Hooker, Americano, Scheibe, Electric Chapel). Highly recommend for any pop/dance music fan… Expand
  39. LittleMatthew
    Sep 26, 2014
    10
    Certainly not an average pop album.
    It has soul, it has a meaning, a purpose,and damn, Gaga sings in each and every one of these songs. It might seem weird for people to actually take some time and pay attention to what a pop album has to say, but once you comprehend Born This Way and its message, you see how this is definitely a great mark on pop music.
  40. The02Fall
    Sep 23, 2014
    10
    This will be the anthem of a generation. I just can't describe how perfect this album is, from the first lyric to the last beat. This makes Little Monsters proud.
  41. literallykevin
    Sep 24, 2014
    10
    Back in 2011, this album was undoubtedly one of the best album of the year. It shines between all the other generic, mediocre albums. It was a fresh breath of air.
  42. alehmarchiori
    Sep 24, 2014
    10
    In this album Gaga shows the world that she is not only a pop singer, she can sing rock and more, she shows that she is a complete artist, THE BEST ALBUM OF THE YEAR
  43. GlM
    Sep 24, 2014
    10
    Anthems, talent, chart toppers and genuinely good music. What more could Mother Monster deliver with her latest effort? 'Born This Way' successfully uses Rock, Pop and Dance to spread messages of self acceptance and love and further connect to fans all around the world, whilst also elevating Lady Gaga's pedestal of fame further. Hidden gems 'Bloody Mary', 'Heavy Metal Lover' and 'Scheiße'Anthems, talent, chart toppers and genuinely good music. What more could Mother Monster deliver with her latest effort? 'Born This Way' successfully uses Rock, Pop and Dance to spread messages of self acceptance and love and further connect to fans all around the world, whilst also elevating Lady Gaga's pedestal of fame further. Hidden gems 'Bloody Mary', 'Heavy Metal Lover' and 'Scheiße' are just as brilliant as chart toppers 'Judas', 'Yoü and I' and title track 'Born This Way'.… Expand
  44. batuhangermanot
    Oct 4, 2014
    10
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  45. edjoeheras
    Nov 15, 2020
    10
    An amazing album by an amazing artist. The definition of Iconic. It's my second favorite of her albums (just behind The Fame).
  46. luckythisway
    Sep 1, 2015
    10
    An amazing whirlwind of an album that's hinted with 80's dancepop and rock cheese with a true and deep connection hidden below the surface. It will take you to church, take your virginity and get you drunk all at the same time. Such an amazing album by the Queen, Lady Gaga.
  47. NathanCabello
    Dec 16, 2014
    10
    The best of her album, all the songs are good, literally all, an album with quality and great vocals, the pop world needs more albums like this, so good I have no words to say about it.
    Highlights: Scheibe and Government Hooker
    Lows: Bloody Mary and Black Jesus Amen Fashion
  48. artpopgr
    Jan 21, 2015
    10
    This album is simply for everyone; From catchy hooks that are Judas, The Edge Of Glory, You and I & Born This Way, to rock/pop influences such as Heavy Metal Lover, Electric Chapel, or Bloody Mary. Overall a well structured album, a great production, and great vocals from Mother Monster. What else could we expect? Positively one of the best albums released between 2000-2011.
  49. Vitorstenner
    Feb 1, 2015
    10
    This album is her's masterpiece. Her magnum opus. Born this way has lyrics extremely well wrote and lady gaga's vocals just makes everything even better. instrumentals are great and mixed with the vocals perfectly. Lady gaga just stayed it
  50. truerowance
    Jun 10, 2015
    10
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  51. raulgerman
    Apr 12, 2015
    10
    Four years have passed and this album remains solid. The best of Lady Gaga is found here. The perfect mix between Lady Gaga who writes pop hits of The Fame Monster and The Fame (with lyrics not necessarily interesting ~~eh eh eh eh eh stop telephonin ' meeee~~ ) and the Lady (Stefani) more introspective along with great vocals and her influences. Go from Michael Jackson to Madonna withoutFour years have passed and this album remains solid. The best of Lady Gaga is found here. The perfect mix between Lady Gaga who writes pop hits of The Fame Monster and The Fame (with lyrics not necessarily interesting ~~eh eh eh eh eh stop telephonin ' meeee~~ ) and the Lady (Stefani) more introspective along with great vocals and her influences. Go from Michael Jackson to Madonna without lose credibility, from Queen to Bruce Spreengsteen without lose her pop touch. In addition of course to send a strong message of her visions to the fans.
    Born This Way is without a doubt one of the best pop albums delivered in years, a summary of what Lady Gaga means to pop culture, to the fans and to herself. Gaga congratulations, you got it.    … Expand
  52. Mairenescence
    Apr 2, 2020
    10
    Amazing, spectacular. This album is unique and inspiring. Vocally exquisite, glam and artistic.
  53. ezraissexy
    Oct 23, 2015
    10
    11/10 to be honest. She called it the album of the decade and it truly has become that. Right up there with 1989 and 21, this album will be looked at as Gaga's first major artistic evolution.
  54. vinzlima
    Nov 4, 2015
    10
    Album of the decade, right? This album and so great that in my design and one of the biggest and best albums of the decade. The album is encouraging and has a lot of bravery and consequently a lot of criticism of religion. This makes it is large, it means that taca the nail on the head of thousands of religious, encourages young people to take risks and find himself. Talk about love,Album of the decade, right? This album and so great that in my design and one of the biggest and best albums of the decade. The album is encouraging and has a lot of bravery and consequently a lot of criticism of religion. This makes it is large, it means that taca the nail on the head of thousands of religious, encourages young people to take risks and find himself. Talk about love, acceptance to seem cliché, but for this album which is far from being an ordinary album. Very personal and at the same time it goes to people feeling that millions of people go every day for, days, months, years, decades. The sound and lyrics are of an exceptional quality music with elements of the band Queen and saxophones make this more masjestoso album. This album came world almost called "classic was born." Album with various influences, the best possible, that opens the album for example is a hymn of the 90 decade in the 2000s, has music inspired by the euro pop, has electric guitar whole chills you, you punk, has religious symbolism, speaks of Latino immigrants in the US. There is no right word to name this album. Born This Way is the album of the decade when referring to Pop / Punk / Rock / Art / Feelings.… Expand
  55. Panchogul
    Sep 4, 2020
    10
    Es aquí donde Lady Gaga alcanza su mayor y mejor expresión artística de su carrera, ni The Fame, ni The Fame Monster, este fue el disco de Gaga que SI impactó y dejó huella en la cultura pop.
  56. Gjmzvs
    Dec 27, 2015
    10
    Este álbum de Lady Gaga es muy especial tanto sus letras como sus melodías, de verdad este es el mejor álbum que escuchado de Gaga ya que todas las canciones de este álbum son muy buenas y no hay rellenos.
  57. MiguelVictor
    Aug 31, 2016
    10
    The best album of the decade and maybe of our millennium. Here we have what music is truly about; Rock, Pop, Country, etc, meeting each others in the best possible way. Gaga shows by those records how unlimited are her skills, and through a powerful voice and meaningful and personal lyrics we can clearly hear that. GOD SAVE THE GAGA!
  58. wallacejdiniz
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
    Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference...
  59. justsayingtruth
    Jan 29, 2016
    10
    This is an album that everybody should listen and be educated for that. The whole album is freakin' awesome and each song has a meaning and a purpose!
  60. scheibex
    Feb 14, 2016
    10
    Esse é o melhor álbum da década sem sombra de dúvidas. Uma mescla de vários gêneros músicas, Pop, Rock, EDM. Com letras muito superiores a qualquer álbum dos últimos 10 anos.
  61. Veck
    Oct 19, 2016
    10
    Simplesmente perfeito. Lady Gaga vem com músicas de amor próprio e aceitação. A melodia é incrível as letras superam as expectativas. Destaque para Marry The Night, The Edge Of Glory, Born This Way e Yoü And I. Um dos melhores álbuns que já ouvi em toda minha vida.
  62. LukeAnthonyy
    May 26, 2016
    10
    Lady Gaga has impressed me with every single album. My favorite song on Born This Way would be Marry The Night which showcases Gaga's vocals with beautiful and inspirational lyrics. Other highlights include Heavy Metal Lover and The Edge Of Glory. This is my favorite album from Gaga so far and I love almost every song
  63. coollooking
    Aug 10, 2016
    10
    This is one of the best albums I've ever heard!!!
    Gaga connected a lot of kinds of music wisely and it became very great. Every lyrics has a message for your life. Gaga is a good song-writer and composer. Her voice is great to the music that she creates and it looks like she really loves it. Listening to this album we learn how to accept yourself , open your mind and live with emotions    This is one of the best albums I've ever heard!!!
    Gaga connected a lot of kinds of music wisely and it became very great. Every lyrics has a message for your life. Gaga is a good song-writer and composer. Her voice is great to the music that she creates and it looks like she really loves it. Listening to this album we learn how to accept yourself , open your mind and live with emotions through our lives. Even though every song is different the record really can be called "masterpiece". Also it's timeless and powerful.
    I hope it will never be boring!!!!!!!!    … Expand
  64. grigiogirls
    Oct 19, 2016
    10
    I mean this when I say this.... Born This Way is THE BEST pop album EVER released. Born This Way pushed limits, exceeded expectations, redefined pop, and also gave a voice those who didn't feel like they had a voice. This self-empowerment album is absolutely EVERYTHING. Born This Way, the title track, SHATTERED so many records, and for obvious reasons.... the song is absolutely stunning.I mean this when I say this.... Born This Way is THE BEST pop album EVER released. Born This Way pushed limits, exceeded expectations, redefined pop, and also gave a voice those who didn't feel like they had a voice. This self-empowerment album is absolutely EVERYTHING. Born This Way, the title track, SHATTERED so many records, and for obvious reasons.... the song is absolutely stunning. Other tracks worth noting include Judas, The Edge of Glory, Marry the Night, Heavy Metal Lover (a fan favorite), Bloody Mary, and Hair. This album is so amazing I could cry. No wonder it sold over 8 MILLION copies worldwide. Thank you Gaga for blessing us with this masterpiece, we will never get another album this good in our lifetimes.… Expand
  65. pxrfectillusion
    Oct 20, 2016
    10
    Born This Way was way ahead of its time. She released this at the peak of her career, which was as bold a move as it was genius. Standout tracks include Marry The Night, Government Hooker, Judas, Bloody Mary, Black Jesus + Amen Fashion, Heavy Metal Lover, Electric Chapel, The Queen, You And I, and The Edge of Glory.
  66. rosassaul
    Oct 21, 2016
    10
    The best album of the decade and maybe of our millennium. Here we have what music is truly about; Rock, Pop, Country, etc, meeting each others in the best possible way. Gaga shows by those records how unlimited are her skills, and through a powerful voice and meaningful and personal lyrics we can clearly hear that. GOD SAVE THE GAGA! x2
  67. joaoaugusto
    Oct 24, 2016
    10
    A wonderful album! A wonderful artist! Every album released, his talent and his legacy growing and most respected. This only tends to grow. Each person chooses his own Queen, Lady Gaga for me is the true queen of pop.
  68. HillgTedsang
    Apr 11, 2017
    10
    This is one of the best albums that I have heard. There are a lot of different elements in this album: Rock, Dance and so on, which is very art and classical. What's more, the lyrics are literary because they mention equal rights, some stories and so on. All in all, it is a great album of all time.
  69. Dedgarg
    Feb 4, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. este album es demasiado bueno contiene letras buenas ritmos buenos sin dudad la reina del pop
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  70. wisteriavevo
    Apr 11, 2017
    10
    Não esperava menos da RAINHA DO POP NÉ MORES. Crazy dance-syth album! so fun at parties. great lyrics, even better musicality. this album combined with her high energy stage shows result in one successful artist.
  71. jaumefontcirer
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    I'll only give you 4 words and the full tracklist: HER BEST ALBUM EVER.

    Marry The Night Born This Way Government Hooker Judas Americano Hair Scheibe Black Jesus (Amen Fashion) Bad Kids Highway Unicorn (on the road to love) Heavy Metal Lover Queen The Edge of Glory Electric Chapel You and I Bloody Marry Fashion of this Love (And I'll include a track from her deluxe    I'll only give you 4 words and the full tracklist: HER BEST ALBUM EVER.

    Marry The Night
    Born This Way
    Government Hooker
    Judas
    Americano
    Hair
    Scheibe
    Black Jesus (Amen Fashion)
    Bad Kids
    Highway Unicorn (on the road to love)
    Heavy Metal Lover
    Queen
    The Edge of Glory
    Electric Chapel
    You and I
    Bloody Marry
    Fashion of this Love

    (And I'll include a track from her deluxe version: Born This Way (Country Version) and The jazz version from You and I (from the MTV VMA 2011 comercials))

    Paws Up    … Expand
  72. MatyTolosa
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    My favourite album !!! I really enjoy this album, Gaga is art, she is the best pop artist in the world.......................................................................
  73. JoanPanola
    Jun 9, 2017
    10
    All the people have that wild part, the part of the mind that make bad things, and with this album that part feels free, you can feel the good and wild vibes, this is one of the best pop album. All the people have to hear this.
  74. leonardo-r
    Jun 16, 2017
    10
    Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before, unafraid to reference or not reference, put it in a blender, **** on it, vomit on it, eat it, give birth to it.
  75. c_victor_hugo
    Jun 19, 2017
    10
    EL MEJOR ÁLBUM POP DEL SIGLO.
    Después de escuchar por completo el disco, claramente se notan las influencias rock y metal; la adpatación de estos géneros a la música pop ha sido un excelente trabajo de producción. Posee los ritmos más innovadores y con ese toque oscuro que caracterizaba a la Gaga de esa época. Vocalmente es excelente también, mezclando técnicas vocales muy complejas (p.    EL MEJOR ÁLBUM POP DEL SIGLO.
    Después de escuchar por completo el disco, claramente se notan las influencias rock y metal; la adpatación de estos géneros a la música pop ha sido un excelente trabajo de producción. Posee los ritmos más innovadores y con ese toque oscuro que caracterizaba a la Gaga de esa época. Vocalmente es excelente también, mezclando técnicas vocales muy complejas (p. e. You And I), pero a su vez se cuenta con autotone moderado que le otorga al álbum un toque de pop puro (p. e. Government Hooker).    … Expand
  76. ManuelContreras
    Apr 7, 2018
    10
    El mejor album de la cantante sin duda alguna, este album es de los mejores de su año
  77. groupie
    Aug 16, 2017
    10
    Pop, rock y un poco de electrónica es la combinación que se utilizo para crear esta gran biblia, Gaga nos demuestra que llego para quedarse, sin duda nos demostró que ella puede superarse sin problema alguno.
  78. Enriquev1925
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This right here is PEAK Gaga, catchy choruses, meaningful songs and eye popping music videos. Smart lyrics and great hooks in every single song, Gaga once again outdid herself with this album and it's so refreshing hearing someone sing about celebrating acceptance and love.
  79. mhevila
    Apr 20, 2021
    10
    canta uma música pros gays, pros gays! simplesmente a blibla dos lgbts, icônica, atemporal outro marco na carreira
  80. lucaslira_
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Esse albúm salvou vidas, é magnífico, potente, poderoso, eletrônico, para as pistas, para os clubes e acima de tudo pra comunidade LGBTQIA+!
  81. mayronanderzon
    Sep 22, 2017
    10
    este álbum es la viva representación de una mujer que no piensa en ella, sino en sus fans y les da el apoyo que sabe que quieren y necesitan, esto es el amor que una madre le puede dar a un hijo
  82. marin_and
    Dec 1, 2017
    10
    A masterpiece of a pop album. Lyrically and vocally, one of the best pop albums ever recorded. All of the songs are different and suit Gaga's amazing vocals perfectly.
  83. TheCriticReview
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    An amazing album! Yes, perhaps not the album of the decade, but comes close to pop album of the decade at least! the songs are so different from the other mediocre stuff that is put out. I love it!
  84. MrSciama
    Jan 21, 2018
    10
    Il miglior album femminile di questo decennio. Sonorità sperimentali, coinvolgenti e appassionanti. Quest'album merita di essere ascoltato almeno una volta nella vita.
  85. DanShelley
    Feb 2, 2018
    10
    "Born This Way" consolidated Lady Gaga's career as the most powerful pop singer on Earth in 2011. She mentions a lot of problems the youth goes through nowadays and praises differences claiming that we're all beautiful in our own way and I couldn't agree more with these beliefs.
  86. AngelAntonio96
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    Amo demasiado este álbum!!! ❤ Hair y Heavy Metal Lover merecían ser single
  87. JoanneGrant
    Jul 2, 2018
    10
    This album was perfect! I had never skipped any song when I heard this album. Literally a f**king masterpiece
  88. ewhite
    May 23, 2019
    10
    Lady Gaga's "Magnum Opus". With the masterpiece that is ‘Born This Way’, Lady Gaga took her established formula and pushed it in new directions, proving that she was in it for the long haul. After the hypermassive success of the political yet empowering lead single, Gaga proved that 'Born This Way' was a turning point in her career. Exploring a variety of genres such as Electropop,Lady Gaga's "Magnum Opus". With the masterpiece that is ‘Born This Way’, Lady Gaga took her established formula and pushed it in new directions, proving that she was in it for the long haul. After the hypermassive success of the political yet empowering lead single, Gaga proved that 'Born This Way' was a turning point in her career. Exploring a variety of genres such as Electropop, Synth-pop, Rock, Euro-dance, Disco and Jazz and taking inspiration from politics, LGBT rights, music legends (Madonna, Whitney Houston, Queen ETC), Greek mythology, religion (biblical themes in 'Judas', 'Bloody Mary', "Black Jesus + Amen Fashion"), 80s and 90s club music and avante-garde dark fashion Gaga proved that this was indeed a turning point in her career, inspiring and changing lives of millions of fans around the world. This album is truly one of the best and most life changing albums of this century. Even in 2019, it's impact can still be seen on millions of fans, and even other artists albums. As I said earlier, this album pushed limits, exceeded expectations, and truly redefined pop. Thank you, Gaga.… Expand
  89. othassns
    Jun 28, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It doesn't matter if you love him, or capital H-I-M
    Just put your paws up 'cause you were born this way, baby
    My mama told me when I was young
    We are all born superstars
    She rolled my hair and put my lipstick on
    In the glass of her boudoir
    "There's nothing wrong with loving who you are"
    She said, "'Cause he made you perfect, babe"
    "So hold your head up girl and you'll go far,
    Listen to me when I say"
    I'm beautiful in my way    … Expand
  90. Eduardo_Almeida
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    Best Lady Gaga album and one of the best pop albums of all time. "Electric Chapel" it's a hymn.
  91. Dsros96
    Oct 29, 2018
    10
    This album is still my favourite album ever. Experimental, full of amazing vocals and songs. You can feel Bruce Springsteen and Whitney Houston's influence. The song that outshines the rest is Scheiße, but still, every song shines their own unique way.
  92. hmkkbjs
    Feb 22, 2019
    10
    Her best album ever, and one of the best pop albuns of all time, we miss this Lady Gaga.
  93. ivanhugo
    Aug 6, 2019
    10
    Um álbum representativo, trazendo o que há de melhor na Gaga. Um dos mais icônicos e memoráveis álbuns do pop.
  94. Jjum98
    May 29, 2020
    10
    One of her best albums. The lyrics and sounds are amazing. Born this way is perfection
  95. SEXXXDREAMS
    Aug 11, 2019
    10
    Simply incredible, this is the only adjective can be used to describe the work of Lady Gaga in any area in which she is working. Flawless!! Amazing.
  96. pvtrysio
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    I love this album so much I coming back for more even after years and years
  97. sinnersuen
    Aug 23, 2019
    10
    Born This Way is the best album ever！！！！！！！！！！
    Gaga is a genius！！！！！！！！！！！！！
  98. RickyFc
    Aug 26, 2019
    10
    Lady gaga did such an excellent job here! The album is magnificent and unique with a very special message for all.
  99. DavidZx
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Amazing, each song is a trip to a chaotic world where we all would like to rock, it is an endless number of dark trails that make you vibrate with emotion, one of the best of the decade without a doubt
  100. iggystain
    Sep 7, 2019
    10
    Melhor álbum do universo apenas ícones podem apreciar todo o seu valor, bíblia contemporânea com hinos atemporais
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#1 Most Discussed Album of 2011
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#2 Most Shared Album of 2011

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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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