Born to Die
by Lana Del Rey
  • Record Label: Polydor
  • Release Date: Jan 31, 2012
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8.6

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  1. marylinner
    Sep 11, 2023
    10
    O álbum 'Born To Die' é incrível e lindo, mas sinceramente, fiquei triste ao ler as críticas de alguns críticos pois o álbum tem músicas ótimas, Lana traz também uma estética retrô e claro, a frase que tanto amo, "born to die". A vida é uma transição para a morte. Como podem não gostar disso e darem notas baixas?? Pra mim, este é o melhor álbum de 2012 e o melhor álbum debut (ou peloO álbum 'Born To Die' é incrível e lindo, mas sinceramente, fiquei triste ao ler as críticas de alguns críticos pois o álbum tem músicas ótimas, Lana traz também uma estética retrô e claro, a frase que tanto amo, "born to die". A vida é uma transição para a morte. Como podem não gostar disso e darem notas baixas?? Pra mim, este é o melhor álbum de 2012 e o melhor álbum debut (ou pelo menos de uma artista feminina).… Expand
  2. Raull_
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    the best album on the century, never dying album, 10/10. one of the best albums.
  3. normanfrockweII
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. one of the best debuts ever made Lana Del Rey is a legend Born to Die will always be that album- it has changed the alternative music and style so as pop culture… Expand
  4. jokopinho
    Aug 8, 2023
    9
    One of her best works, besides, it's a solid debut album to an artist of the 2010s which influenced most of the pop and indie pop we see today. Honestly, one of the greatest albums of all time.
  5. arthiephelipo
    Aug 8, 2023
    8
    não é o melhor album de lana dem rey, mas foi o que início tudo. esse album teve um impacto gigante na indústria da música, criando seu próprio subgênero e inspirando vários artistas em anos seguintes.
  6. Leahhxney
    Jul 15, 2023
    10
    Born to die is one of Lana Del Reys most popular albums for a reason. Many of the songs have special and personal messages in them. My favorite song is Radio, it is eclectic and dreamy, yet a positive song with a powerful meaning. Highly recommend for new Lana Del Rey listeners!
  7. LXXIII
    Jul 10, 2023
    9
    Uno de los álbumes más influyentes del siglo, extremadamente subestimado por críticos incompetentes que no entienden la obra.
    Sentó las bases para la discografía de Lana del Rey y la de muchas otras artistas que se inspiraron en esta.
  8. JosephineJones
    Jun 19, 2023
    10
    I think I had never connected so much with an album, I have different emotions in each of the songs and I love it, Lana conveys feelings and situations in which I could be at some point in my imagination. The beginning of the album with Born To Die is wonderful for me, just lana's voice is incredible, amazing. Anyway, my favorite songs and that I recommend first are Off To The Races, BlueI think I had never connected so much with an album, I have different emotions in each of the songs and I love it, Lana conveys feelings and situations in which I could be at some point in my imagination. The beginning of the album with Born To Die is wonderful for me, just lana's voice is incredible, amazing. Anyway, my favorite songs and that I recommend first are Off To The Races, Blue Jeans, Million Dollar Man, Radio, Videogames, Carmen, National Anthem, Born To Die, Diet Mountain Dew, Dark Paradise. My favorite part is definitely "I'm not afraid to say that I'd die without him", because I am.… Expand
  9. NoahToyBoy
    Jun 10, 2023
    10
    Este álbum es un claro ejemplo de “Reset Cultural” ; un sinónimo de la vida musical imitado el arte puro.
    Desde sus puntos de extasis en sus melodías ,
    hasta una curiosa nostalgia y enigma de cada componente. Un álbum muy fresco aún es nuestros tiempos , siguiendo su reconocimiento y la cúspide de aclamación general. Simplemente Lana del Rey no recibe lo que merece , el público recibe    Este álbum es un claro ejemplo de “Reset Cultural” ; un sinónimo de la vida musical imitado el arte puro.
    Desde sus puntos de extasis en sus melodías ,
    hasta una curiosa nostalgia y enigma de cada componente.
    Un álbum muy fresco aún es nuestros tiempos , siguiendo su reconocimiento y la cúspide de aclamación general.
    Simplemente Lana del Rey no recibe lo que merece , el público recibe música que merecen.    … Expand
  10. MikelPikel
    Apr 4, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Born to die
    lana Del Rey’s first album was amazing at its time, but lyrics don’t compare to its future projects. Not to say born to die as many bops and my personal favourites
    -Born to die -Dark Paradise -Million dollar man
    -Off to the races -Diet Mountain Dew    … Expand
  11. sebaruiz
    Mar 26, 2023
    10
    UN ALBUM QUE CAMBIÓ LA HISTORIA DE LA MÚSICA E INSPIRO A MAS DE UN ARTISTA
  12. y2aaaaaa
    Mar 26, 2023
    10
    Um dos álbuns de debut mais bem feitos da história! Lana foi uma gênia em conseguir colocar todas as faixas que poderiam facilmente ser um single
  13. abj2
    Mar 24, 2023
    6
    Born To Die's exploration of melodrama and tragic love evokes bland hip-hop beats to tell the Manhattan singer-songwriter's fantasies.
  14. mary_linner
    Mar 24, 2023
    10
    Um dos meus álbuns favoritos de toda a vida e o único álbum no qual eu gosto de todas as músicas.
  15. mathewkamp
    Mar 24, 2023
    10
    How can those "critics" say a single bad thing about this masterpiece ahead of it's time? Oh lord.
  16. SobhanMovahedi
    Mar 24, 2023
    10
    One the best albums of all time!!! LOVE it
    Don’t know why it’s not critically acclaimed, maybe cuz they’re tasteless.
  17. gimarcal
    Mar 22, 2023
    10
    acho uma boa escolha para começar ouvir lana del rey, tem músicas ótimas e é um álbum incrível!!
  18. prettyswhen
    Mar 20, 2023
    10
    slayyy lana. she fcked up MUSIC INDUSTRY W BTD. mother, slay queen❤️‍
  19. PKikionis
    Mar 19, 2023
    10
    M A S T E R P I E C E

    A Living Legend.

    Best music ever.
    Greatest poet ever.
    Greatest songwriter ever.

    Lana Del Rey is the God!
  20. KJ_20
    Mar 3, 2023
    10
    There is a distinct relevance which this album has. Video Games is one of the most iconic songs of the 2010s, and I absolutely love this album. BTD + Paradise is just phenomenal, it has so many good hits and overall it's just so iconic and well known, well sung and well thought.
  21. Asheeer
    Feb 3, 2023
    10
    Iconic Album! I understand why this album change the pop history it’s so perfect!
  22. aestheticmoon
    Jan 12, 2023
    10
    Amazing talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique. Born to Die' is great and has lyrics and production so wonderful. Lana Del Rey sang it with a lot of feelings that makes me feel better and special. EVERY SONG in the album is my favorite.
  23. EdnaldoTop
    Dec 18, 2022
    10
    um dos melhores álbuns da lana del rey, os críticos q se f0d4m por não gostar dessa obra prima
  24. JoelG
    Dec 7, 2022
    7
    A cohesive album that flows perfectly from track to tack and creates a very mysterious and dark atmosphere for the listener. The melodies are great and creative, songwriting is good overall, the production is great on most songs but on some songs it feels like they were unfinished or downgraded with not so good production.
    Lana's vocals are great, though I wish she'd give us more power in    A cohesive album that flows perfectly from track to tack and creates a very mysterious and dark atmosphere for the listener. The melodies are great and creative, songwriting is good overall, the production is great on most songs but on some songs it feels like they were unfinished or downgraded with not so good production.
    Lana's vocals are great, though I wish she'd give us more power in some songs.
    Overall it's a good album, which was well written and composed, the track arrangements is great and you can surely find some songs you relate to and enjoy.

    Favorite Tracks: Off To The Races, Video Games, National Anthem, Million Dollar Man .    … Expand
  25. leogarcia132002
    Nov 25, 2022
    8
    The album is poetry through and through; I'm sure that in 20 years this will be so acclaimed and all the critics will regret it.
  26. paulll
    Oct 24, 2022
    10
    This album is a true classic. Lana uses different singing techniques while still always delivering astonishing vocals.
  27. twb1301
    Oct 21, 2022
    9
    Intrinsically Lana Del Rey, a unique sound with haunting undertones but nonetheless possesses a soothing effect that satisfies a specific part of the brain.
  28. Tharia16
    Oct 15, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A timeless album that defined an entire generation. As many persons has already praised, the production, the themes, the aesthetics, her persona, everything about this era had a great impact in our culture. Many songs and video clips are iconic: Born To Die is just a perfect and magnificent introduction to Lana Del Rey. Blue Jeans adopts the Old Hollywood aesthetic beautifully, National Anthem is the most sensual, romantic, erotic and sweet hymn to Capitalism and american culture ever made, Summertime Sadness is an iconic song... The non-singles are amazing too, most of them paints this relationship with an old man/drug addict/millionaire/gangster/etc. but in the most frantic, wild, fun and romantic way. You can feel the attractiveness of this dangerous life only this partner can provide.
    10 years later, many people keep discovering and being fascinated by this album because it aged just like wine. Lana Del Rey really changed the pop culture and transformed a lot of more alternative things into mainstream. The legacy of this album will be forever written in the history of music, and how paved the way for many famous artists today like Lorde, Melanie Martinez, Halsey, Billie Eilish, etc.

    At this point, everyone should recognize this work of art as the masterpiece it is.    … Expand
  29. Looool172
    Sep 9, 2022
    8
    este álbum fue algo mágico para mi, me encanta como lana usa el alternativo aquí, mi favorita fue this is what make us girls y off to the races, amo esas canciones bastante, lo recomiendo bastante
  30. All_ButTrU4
    Aug 25, 2022
    6
    Elizabeth Woodridge Grant emerged quietly from obscurity in her fully formed persona "Lana Del Rey" taking the world by storm. Her explosive single "video games " set the nostalgic vintage sound she'd learn to master throughout her lustrous career. I remember when i first heard it i was repelled and intrigued simultaneously:the vintage sound seemed uninteresting but her lyrics appearanceElizabeth Woodridge Grant emerged quietly from obscurity in her fully formed persona "Lana Del Rey" taking the world by storm. Her explosive single "video games " set the nostalgic vintage sound she'd learn to master throughout her lustrous career. I remember when i first heard it i was repelled and intrigued simultaneously:the vintage sound seemed uninteresting but her lyrics appearance were fresh captivating,thank god i was lured. "Born to die " divided critiques who then could either love it's invention and timeliness aesthetic or found her entirely packaged, boring snd a fad. The latter were wrong as born to die would become the blue print of an iconoclastic genre of sad girl whisper pop juggernauts(eg.lorde,billie ellish etc)time would be extremly kind to this record as it improves the more you hear it's delicious textures.

    For debuts "Born to die " gives others a run for their money. It bushed and created boundaries and showed artists didn't need to belt lile Beyonce or Adele to infiltrate billboard. It took the world in a more gray direction moody direction inflected with trip hop beats and vulnerable lyrics. From the dramatic plea of the openers first words to the astoundingly creative winder of "off to the races ",which pushed what could be pop. Nothing is black and white here, alongside images of patriotism ,the American dream and heart ache are genuine expressions of her experiences she's had or is preparing to have. It has a freedom other records just couldn't evoke such as the slick swagger of "blue jeans" or the giddy & tipsy "diet mountain dew" which sounds like an irresistible 20's jingle. In spite of disarming (though sometimes off pitch) vocals and watertight aesthetic there is a power to her words,lyrics come first to glorious results. Such as the standard editions closer or "carmen".

    Born to die is a once misunderstood prototype rejected by the critical masses and now beloved by all. It's a universal shift, it's a gem    … Expand
  31. gusalo125
    Aug 23, 2022
    10
    An iconic album that transcends time, marked the new generation in the music industry, without a doubt Lana is a great influence.
  32. joaouniverse237
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    timeless album: unique sound that will never be replicated. immortal album, amazing!!
  33. Jthemoron
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    Lana del rey is Amaizng talented outstanding she’s literally the queen of the alternative one of her best albums so far
  34. diegocossi
    Aug 22, 2022
    8
    ONE OF THE GREATEST ALBUM OF ALL TIME
    just how Lana was able to introduce all of us to a new kind of pop music and how she was able to combine a very pop style to a 50's beauty queen aestethic.
    Lana really is one of the biggest artist of the world right now
  35. HenriqueCalado
    Aug 22, 2022
    10
    You lie to yourself if you don’t agree that this album shaped music forever. Lana Del Rey and Born To Die they will always be famous.
  36. guiwinter9
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Um dos melhores álbuns da lenda onde fez eu conhecer ela e me apaixonar cada dia mais. ❤️
  37. ray32
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    The philosophy behind this album is so beautiful. It's one of the best debut albums of the century.
  38. HrctV
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Looking back from 2022, Lana Del Rey really changed the music industry when she released this album. Album only aged better. She was ahead of time. This album does feel like 2012 album. This album will forever be ICONIC because this gave world THE Lana Del Rey.
  39. elris
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The most beautiful debut album of an artist yet. My favorite songs in this album are national anthem and dark paradise.… Expand
  40. Yraeit
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    it’s just pure genius. it’s album is crazy and change the world, it deserves really better
  41. ooonak
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Slayyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyyy
  42. livinglegendss
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Consigo visualizar cada cenário que a Lana propõe. E me faz pensar em como o amor (ou a falta dele) pode está misturada com diversas outras coisas.
  43. natalipistan
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Literalmente, un reseteo cultural. Mi álbum favorito de todos los tiempos. Lana es dios.
  44. Ethan1998_
    Aug 21, 2022
    0
    Not intriguing enough. Talks about toxic men all the time. The same melody throughout
  45. Robelin
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Honestly best album ever. It has no skips every song is a 10/10. It shocks me that its her least appreciated album by critics.
  46. Luakinas
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    THIS ALBUM HAS ALL MY HEART HOLY **** ITS SO GOOD I ALMOST DONT HAVE WORDS TO DESCRIBE 100/10 DEFINITIVELY
  47. javie4
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    Most acclaimed album of all time in my opinion. Skipless as alway. She saved the alt pop with this album.
  48. Moto_mami
    Aug 21, 2022
    10
    This album was a cultural reset un pop music
    It has no skips and I recomend It a lot
  49. My_BlackestDay
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A WORK OF ART !! She changed the game of the sad pop / alternative music with this cultural impact album ! Wow ! The lyrics, sounds, asthetic everyrhing is perfect !… Expand
  50. franbobo
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    an album change the boring pop music industry and stand there like a unique muse for eternity,how can American hate her like this? how?why? tasteless and bias
  51. mirandapablo
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. um ousado ponto de vista nostálgico da atual América com lembranças de uma antiga América… Expand
  52. 301020
    Aug 20, 2022
    10
    This is one of the best albums of all time, it changed the whole pop industry and paved the way for artists like Billie Eilish, the album is spectacular.
  53. renensousa
    Aug 2, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. esse álbum é simplesmente incrível, composições espetaculares e uma melodia única, vale a pena ou ir.… Expand
  54. Joffnatic
    May 26, 2022
    10
    Despite what critics may say about this album, it's one of my all-time favourites. She makes painfully beautiful music and I loved this album from the first second. Reminds me of being down in Italy enjoying the sunset and warm breeze while gazing over rolling hills and vineyards.
  55. slippery_b17ch
    Mar 27, 2022
    10
    “Walk in the way of my soft resurrection Idol of roses, Iconic soul
    I know your name
    Lead me to war with your brilliant direction Roses, Bel Air”
    (Bel Air, Lana del Rey)
  56. TriVi
    Mar 24, 2022
    10
    this is the greatest album i have ever heard. Lana is the best artist in the world.
  57. UltraviolenceLP
    Mar 21, 2022
    9
    I want to be taken back to my first listen because as soon as my ears heard this genius album, I fell in love!! Its easily a cult favorite and was destined to be, this was the base for lana to continue to making better and better albums.
  58. Leogio
    Mar 16, 2022
    9
    First album which led me to seriously love music, for me it’s like home. Almost perfect.
  59. SOPHIEisAnIcon
    Mar 3, 2022
    8
    Quite of a nice album by Miss Del Ray (except for some cringy lyrics , bt mainly just that) , easy light 8 for me with an score of 8.4 . Favorites were ´´Born To Die`` ,´´Off To The Races``.
  60. Wanesta
    Jan 6, 2022
    8
    With her debut, Lana Del Rey brought a breath of fresh air with a killer aesthetic. Born to Die shares a common feeling of melancholy, toxic love, and youthful dreams that we all live at some point. Of course, Lana’s vocal performance got far better in her following projects, but it doesn’t remove the quality of this record.
  61. leommxxx
    Dec 25, 2021
    9
    Born To Die - 10/10
    Off To The Races - 10/10
    Blue Jeans - 10/10
    Video Games - 10/10
    Diet Mountain Dew - 9/10
    National Anthem - 9/10
    Dark Paradise - 10/10
    Radio - 10/10
    Carmen - 7/10
    Million Dollar Man - 9/10
    Summertime Sadness - 10/10
    This Is What Makes Us Girls - 10/10
    Without You - 9/10
    Lolita - 7/10
    Lucky Ones - 8/10

    Born To Die - 8.6/10
  62. Les_delRey
    Dec 7, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es unos de los mejores trabajos de Lana, se nota el esfuerzo y la dedicación que ella dio, ella revolucionó el pop con este álbum, ella nos dio algo nuevo, y lo sigue haciendo… Expand
  63. TopTierSupreme
    Dec 3, 2021
    10
    One of the Best Debut albums in the History of the Music Industry. An ideal album, an example for everyone else how to create masterpieces and combine them into one album. The world owes life to Miss Del Rey for such a godly creation.
  64. krikris
    Nov 27, 2021
    10
    Simply amazing, literally a piece of art. And this was only her debut album.
  65. patrickbazalar
    Nov 21, 2021
    10
    Born to die, se ha convertido en un clásico atemporal en la música. Criticada en su momento, valorada hoy en día. Lana no erró con su debut, todo lo contrario, ella dibujo una línea por donde muchos otros artistas continuarían. Esta pieza de obra, tiene canciones memorables que difícilmente podrán ser olvidados.
  66. tati_oliveira14
    Nov 19, 2021
    10
    The best algum ever made, this album helped me to completely fell in love with Lana songs, she is extremely sensitive and intense, and her songs shows that.
  67. Marinne
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    O Album é mto bom, ele é oq Lana del rey tem a oferecer de melhor, n sei pq a galera critica tanto, se a Lana é quem é hj, é por esse album
  68. Fra101
    Nov 12, 2021
    10
    Really good project, I liked it, I will listen to it again and again and again and again for sure!!!
  69. KasyanenkoAnton
    Oct 24, 2021
    0
    Как у этого шикарного альбома оценка 62... не могу понять, альбом на века!!!
  70. tank_upper
    Oct 24, 2021
    10
    Swinging in the backyard
    Pull up in your fast car
    Whistling my name Open up a beer And you say, "Get over here And play a video game" I'm in his favourite sundress Watchin' me get undressed Take that body downtown I say, "You the bestest" Lean in for a big kiss Put his favourite perfume on Go play your video game It's you, it's you, it's all for you Everything I do I tell you all the time    Swinging in the backyard
    Pull up in your fast car
    Whistling my name
    Open up a beer
    And you say, "Get over here
    And play a video game"
    I'm in his favourite sundress
    Watchin' me get undressed
    Take that body downtown
    I say, "You the bestest"
    Lean in for a big kiss
    Put his favourite perfume on
    Go play your video game
    It's you, it's you, it's all for you
    Everything I do
    I tell you all the time
    Heaven is a place on earth with you
    Tell me all the things you wanna do
    I heard that you like the bad girls
    Honey, is that true?
    It's better than I ever even knew
    They say that the world was built for two
    Only worth living if somebody is loving you
    And, baby, now you do
    Singin' in the old bars
    Swingin' with the old stars
    Livin' for the fame
    Kissin' in the blue dark
    Playin' pool and wild darts
    Video games
    He holds me in his big arms
    Drunk and I am seeing stars
    This is all I think of
    Watchin' all our friends fall
    In and out of Old Paul's
    This is my idea of fun
    Playin' video games
    It's you, it's you, it's all for you
    Everything I do
    I tell you all the time
    Heaven is a place on earth with you
    Tell me all the things you wanna do
    I heard that you like the bad girls
    Honey, is that true?
    It's better than I ever even knew
    They say that the world was built for two
    Only worth living if somebody is loving you
    And, baby, now you do
    It's you, it's you, it's all for you
    Everything I do
    I tell you all the time Heaven is a place on earth with you Tell me all the things you wanna do I heard that you like the bad girls Honey, is that true? It's better than I ever even knew They say that the world was built for two Only worth living if somebody is loving you And, baby, now you do    … Expand
  71. MaxOakland
    Oct 23, 2021
    10
    This album has some songs that I skip, like Million Dollar Man, but the highs are so high and what it's offering can't be found anywhere else. That makes it a 10 for me. It's a really enjoyable sound and vibe with some great vocals and lyrics
  72. aj127
    Oct 22, 2021
    9
    I love this album. It's a huge one for Lana as she solidified her status and skyrocketed to fame. It's wonderful, practically poetry. The beautiful melancholy marketed the album to many and made her a household name. The album is dreamy, yet heavy. I love this album it certainly deserves better reviews.
  73. Segundoleo26
    Oct 21, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es una Biblia una Joya una MASTERPIECE que marcó un antes y un después en la cultura pop y en la industria en general sin Lana no existiría Lorde,Melani,Halsey & Billie… Expand
  74. cinnamongirl97
    Oct 15, 2021
    10
    Lana Del Rey made history. Changed the entire industry forever. Became the best song-writer of America.
  75. Milanoo
    Sep 24, 2021
    8
    Beautiful songs from beginning to end. Simply put, one of the best albums of the 2010's.
  76. ArantxaCarvajal
    Sep 2, 2021
    10
    Obra de arte infravalorada. Uno de los albumes más influyentes del pop alternativo.
  77. ferreira00
    Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Can you imagine the world without Lana del Rey's "Born to Die"? She literaly created a aesthetic and a trend in the alternative scene while the whole music industry was worn out from the same songs of different artists. This was the beggining of every indie, alternative trend and she still impacts a lot of artists with her lyrics, melody and aesthetic.
  78. dannypanny453
    Aug 26, 2021
    6
    Lana Del Rey’s monumental debut album is far from perfect with its repetitive production styling and overall weak, though sometimes genius, lyrical content. However the controversy sparked from this album, paired with Del Rey’s undoubtedly intriguing persona and unique voice, fill her future with nothing but promise and potential.
  79. Leodgrey
    Jun 25, 2021
    9
    Born to Die, perhaps lost to the times of now, will be a breakthrough album because it created the foundations for Lana Del Rey. Without this initial reflection on her life, Lana would never have been able to go on to create her most influential songs, notably Ultraviolence, Ride, Cinnamon Girl and much more.
  80. Hugoal18
    Jun 14, 2021
    10
    É O ÁLBUM DA CARREIRAAA! O ápice da perfeição, acertou em cheio nesse aqui mamãe!
  81. bellymb6288
    May 29, 2021
    10
    This album tackles many deep subjects, such as Lana's typical toxic love stories that are prevalent in her early work, to alcoholism, troubles of fame, troubled teenage youth, and grooming, Her use of upbeat music in many tracks contrasts with her voice and lyrics creating nice juxtaposition. This album is very diverse in its sound, but still has the cohesion that is so valued today, notThis album tackles many deep subjects, such as Lana's typical toxic love stories that are prevalent in her early work, to alcoholism, troubles of fame, troubled teenage youth, and grooming, Her use of upbeat music in many tracks contrasts with her voice and lyrics creating nice juxtaposition. This album is very diverse in its sound, but still has the cohesion that is so valued today, not only does it sound like a classic "Lana Del Rey" album, every song fits perfectly within the "Born to Die" sound.… Expand
  82. Deseorun
    Mar 30, 2021
    9
    I was supposed to listen to a very dull and boring album. How wrong I was. "Born To Die" is an incredible indie pop album with its own special atmosphere and order. Every song deserves attention,but not every one of them is perfect and new to the world. Despite this,an excellent album.
  83. MAUROOO
    Mar 22, 2021
    0
  84. Vmpireheart
    Mar 21, 2021
    10
    El álbum que cambió toda la cultura musical, es uno de sus mejores trabajos y el que mejor define a lana como artista
  85. Andreerestrepo
    Mar 19, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Sólo quería decirte dulce niña,que tú eres la mejor y que lo seguirás siendo,te robaste mi corazón gracias y mil gracias… Expand
  86. flavialc
    Mar 19, 2021
    7
    the beggining of everything! i think this is her worst album, though it has her biggest hits, like summertime sadness, videogames, blue jeans.. there are songs that i really love, like off to the races, and ones that i really hate, like lolita.
  87. billyray
    Mar 19, 2021
    10
    iconiccccccccccccccccccc
    such a iconic album!!!!!!!!!
    history!!!!!
    thats it!!!!!!!
  88. dvmnz_
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album has a perfect sound and instrumental. It is both grand and delicate, with intense lyrics.… Expand
  89. mrd666
    Mar 19, 2021
    10
    Amazing 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.
  90. cuzinho1
    Mar 19, 2021
    10
    Born to Die is a brilliant album, but it's one that leaves room for a few improvements, and inspires confidence that they'll happen.
  91. Eduardoryann
    Feb 28, 2021
    9
    O álbum é incrível e super memorável,teve grande impacto e movimentou toda carreira da Lana,que só melhorou depois desse lançamento
  92. mmaa_han
    Feb 10, 2021
    5
    Best Album On My Life
    Best Album On My Life
    Best Album On My Life
    Best Album On My Life
    Best Album On My Life
    Best Album On My Life
    Best Album On My Life
    Best Album On My Life
    Best Album On My Life
  93. Lopesito27
    Jan 23, 2021
    8
    Genre-bending pop with hip-hop beats and a LOT of baroque strings is not something we see everyday and she succesfully makes it work with her unique approach and her ultradescriptive lyrics, which only someone with some serious storytelling skills can write. This cinematic style is something pop should look up to. The only downside to that production is sometimes too dense and dark at theGenre-bending pop with hip-hop beats and a LOT of baroque strings is not something we see everyday and she succesfully makes it work with her unique approach and her ultradescriptive lyrics, which only someone with some serious storytelling skills can write. This cinematic style is something pop should look up to. The only downside to that production is sometimes too dense and dark at the same time, plus it tackles some serious issues with quite an immature approach, if you ask me.… Expand
  94. Myles66666
    Dec 23, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is sooooo amazing. I will never understand how people could hate it… Expand
  95. Ricko
    Nov 25, 2020
    8
    A mix of decent and really good pop songs that are produced to 2010's perfection and sung with a hypnotic voice that gives even the most standard material a distinctive touch of magic. The album is packed with melodies and easy to listen to songs. It's not a classic but as ultra mainstream pop albums go, this is as rewarding as the best of them. An artist well worth checking out, all theA mix of decent and really good pop songs that are produced to 2010's perfection and sung with a hypnotic voice that gives even the most standard material a distinctive touch of magic. The album is packed with melodies and easy to listen to songs. It's not a classic but as ultra mainstream pop albums go, this is as rewarding as the best of them. An artist well worth checking out, all the hallmarks of a top end songwriter and a genuine creative mind.… Expand
  96. Matirusa
    Nov 16, 2020
    8
    Some of yall gotta respect this album this masterpiece literally CREATED the modern alternative music.
  97. enriquecastela
    Oct 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It’s a classic lana album, it’s one of the best album in the decade, amazing brilliant… Expand
  98. leostarboy
    Sep 9, 2020
    8
    Born to Die is a brilliant album, but it's one that leaves room for a few improvements, and inspires confidence that they'll happen.Confirms her as the most compelling new pop star around: half doomed romantic, half mordant cynic, with a distinctively conflicted vision of how love, fame and America work.
  99. ignaciolbbh
    Sep 8, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. lana del rey queen of alt stream chemtrails over the country club and after school by melanie martinez… Expand
  100. AntonRUS
    Sep 4, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Пожалуй мой самый любимый альбом когда-либо выпущенный.… Expand
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#1 Most Discussed Album of 2012
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#5 Most Shared Album of 2012

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 37 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 37
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 37
  3. Negative: 2 out of 37
  1. Exclaim
    Feb 28, 2012
    50
    Spread over 12 songs, Del Rey becomes so ordinary, even bland, that no amount of little girl vocals or pouting can save her.
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  2. Mojo
    Feb 27, 2012
    80
    Tune out the background media noise and immerse yourself. [Mar 2012, p.94]
  3. Q Magazine
    Feb 21, 2012
    80
    Confirms her as the most compelling new pop star around: half doomed romantic, half mordant cynic, with a distinctively conflicted vision of how love, fame and America work. [Mar 2012, p.94]
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