Charlie
by Charlie Puth
  • Record Label: Atlantic
  • Release Date: Oct 7, 2022
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8.1

Universal acclaim- based on 95 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 75 out of 95
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 95
  3. Negative: 15 out of 95
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  1. ray32
    Oct 12, 2022
    0
    Love this album from the top to bottom. 100% recommended. His best LP to date and some of his best sounding work lies in this record. There are almost no skips on this record.
  2. Justingone
    Oct 24, 2022
    2
    Honestly, this is so soulless and gimmicky. I don’t know why I was expecting anything else, but damn this is garbage.
  3. Venuths
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    CHARLIE is absolutely his best album in terms of production. you don't want to miss this one go listen to it. loser, no more drama, first time are charlie's most interesting songs to date
  4. someonewhocares
    Oct 15, 2022
    3
    One of the most medicore pop albums of the decade, CHARLIE's 12 songs all tumble into the pile of genericity that powers this record to the end. It definitely lacks in personality and originality too. These are simply songs that would be played on the radio once or twice and then put away for good because all they are is songs with a tune and that's it. There's no heart here!
  5. Sakuta
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    Love this album from the top to bottom. 100% recommended. His best LP to date and some of his best sounding work lies in this record. There are almost no skips on this record.
  6. Jelpi
    Oct 8, 2022
    10
    Honestly, this is one of the best modern albums to date, and the fact that Mr. Charlie Puth produced it on his own continues to amaze me. Every song sounds different, whether it's with melodies or musical beats. I recently shared the album with some of my friends who don't listen to him as much and well... I think they just became new fans haha! My fav songs on this new album are No MoreHonestly, this is one of the best modern albums to date, and the fact that Mr. Charlie Puth produced it on his own continues to amaze me. Every song sounds different, whether it's with melodies or musical beats. I recently shared the album with some of my friends who don't listen to him as much and well... I think they just became new fans haha! My fav songs on this new album are No More Drama and Marks On My Neck. I absolutely love the early 2000s vibes from them, it seems!! As a middle-aged individual, it makes me wanna get back up and dance. You bring LIFE, Charlie... Don't forget about it! Thanks for being you and making such amazing music for your fans and the general public to enjoy. I can't say this enough, but you are saving the music industry. Keep it up!… Expand
  7. roya555
    Oct 9, 2022
    10
    great album great production great voice. pop perfection. i love his music so much
  8. Aashish___
    Oct 9, 2022
    10
    he produces it all alone sounds so unique and good it's a ear candy yall should try it
    charlie never disappoints
  9. submnibiriyae
    Oct 8, 2022
    1
    Generic and cheap pop, full autotune and stupid lyrics
    This album is absolutely TRASH
  10. aaedenn
    Oct 8, 2022
    2
    I will never understand how someone with such complex knowledge of the music industry, music theory, and perfect pitch can make music like this. Most of the time, it didn’t even seem like he was trying to make a song. This album lacks any sort of real depth lyrically and musically. I’m a big fan of calling things I’m not a fan of mediocre, but this was beyond mediocrity, this was justI will never understand how someone with such complex knowledge of the music industry, music theory, and perfect pitch can make music like this. Most of the time, it didn’t even seem like he was trying to make a song. This album lacks any sort of real depth lyrically and musically. I’m a big fan of calling things I’m not a fan of mediocre, but this was beyond mediocrity, this was just laziness. The record felt rushed, and I really don’t think it should’ve been considering how long it’s been since his last album. Maybe Charlie should focus on the quality of music, instead of getting a viral moment on TikTok.… Expand
  11. J4u2004
    Oct 8, 2022
    10
    Solid Album ! He’s finest yet with mixed sounds and loud drums ♾️♥️ The best album of 2022 (POP)
    Loved the way he teased the album/songs through tiktok
  12. Josefodx
    Oct 7, 2022
    9
    Es increíble el talento de Charlie, llevaba tiempo preparando este álbum y no decepcionó tiene sonidos muy pegadizos y letras magistrales.
  13. renensousa
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    melhor álbum da carreira, as faixas coerentes e que dão um gosto de quero mais
  14. larianamartinez
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    It’s a amazing album. Charlie Puth is a incredible singer, producer and writer. My favorite song is 'Loser'.
  15. petedagrk
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    Great 3rd effort after how solid Voicenotes was this is really on next level for me
  16. Hamdisailor
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I think it was absolutely a different album from his previous album. I really enjoyed it a lot.. this album felt like a journey and just the emotions and relatable lyrics was something I really enjoyed a lot this is a good album… Expand
  17. Kattharos
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    Such an amazing album. Songs are about personal experience but you can relate to them in other ways. The melodies are masterpiece, every song it's unique in it's own way
  18. mennadawood
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    This is the best album ever, Charlie did a great job I'm so proud of him We love you charlie you deserve everything
  19. Luizfe
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    Charlie is one of the best producers in the world, and I'm sure this album will impact many new artists, one of the best albums of the 21st century. and Loser is amazing.
  20. Imamusiclover
    Oct 8, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I've just listened to "CHARLIE", this album sounds amazing, so fresh and new! All the 12th tracks on the album Charlie Puth produced himself and this is what he thinks about his 3rd album: "I call these 12 songs a story that I was living through. I look back at it, thinking, I can't believe I ever let myself get that low, but at the same time maybe I've made a great album, because I do feel this is my best album so far. This would be my first album if I had a time machine." So everyone just listen to this album, immerse yourself in the world of beautiful music and enjoy!… Expand
  21. shaaay
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    Phenomenal album, absolute game changer from his previous albums. I loved Voicenotes, but this is something totally new and refreshing! This album totally keeps you on your toes the whole time, and it's difficult trying to choose favourites when the entire album is right there! Exceptional album.
  22. Suarez123
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    Es el mejor álbum que he escuchado este año, sin duda alguno está lleno de canciones pegadizas
  23. Bood1
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    This album is so him. Him being himself, taking us, the audience through every song before release just felt so personal. He did not disappoint AT ALL! He took the 4 year break and bounced back bigger than ever before. I am so proud that I stood by the building stages of this album because honestly this turned out to be extremely beautiful and i don't think anybody would deny that.This album is so him. Him being himself, taking us, the audience through every song before release just felt so personal. He did not disappoint AT ALL! He took the 4 year break and bounced back bigger than ever before. I am so proud that I stood by the building stages of this album because honestly this turned out to be extremely beautiful and i don't think anybody would deny that. Charlie, keep ya head up! Can't wait to hear more of your music!… Expand
  24. shalizputh
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. CHARLIE is 100% the most authentic version of Charlie Puth. This album makes you feel relatable to the real world, everything you go through in life you’re not alone. So many people may experience the same thing.. Charlie Puth made this album for people so they can relate to, along side the real story behind each song and what Puth went through, the album represents a dichotomy with a little bit of a humor added up to the songs like That’s Hilarious using “HAHAHA” .. meaning that you can always find peace and positive aspect of things even in the worst situations meaning everything’s gonna be fine in the end you just need to be patient. Putting ugly emotions along with beautiful piano layers, Charlie’s angelic voice which sometimes turns into a angry heartbroken dude who feel like he has lost everything and his life is ending but at the same time getting things out of his chest by singing his emotions to the microphone, making art out of his miserable, most vulnerable uncomfortable periods! All I wanna say is if you’re looking for a music to relate to, CHARLIE is your best choice !… Expand
  25. Direwolf_1912
    Oct 8, 2022
    10
    This is such a beautiful album, covers every detail to perfection, and to know it is entirely self produced by Charlie is astonishing, his best work so far, deserves all the rating and sucess
  26. AnnieS1
    Oct 8, 2022
    10
    Genuine, authentic, vulnerable, honest..this album is Charlie Puth at his ABSOLUTE BEST! I am so glad he took the time to make an album that HE loves! To listen to the whole album from start to finish is to understand Charlie’s story. But MORE than that, sonically you get to understand his biggest musical influences! CHARLIE IS SO INSANELY GOOD! His musical genius just shines through onGenuine, authentic, vulnerable, honest..this album is Charlie Puth at his ABSOLUTE BEST! I am so glad he took the time to make an album that HE loves! To listen to the whole album from start to finish is to understand Charlie’s story. But MORE than that, sonically you get to understand his biggest musical influences! CHARLIE IS SO INSANELY GOOD! His musical genius just shines through on every single track! He is an absolute master at writing the PERFECT pop song!… Expand
  27. rishabhbahal
    Oct 8, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best Album Ever
    Loser, No More Drama, I Don't Think That I Like Her are the my favourites    … Expand
  28. SeliaS
    Oct 8, 2022
    10
    Charlie's a master in melody making. He knows how to make a song that will get stuck in your mind all day long. I was impatientenly waiting for this album, it didn't disappoint. There is no one single skip song, but my fav is definitely Loser which in my opinion is one of his best songs overall. When you're sad I'm sad is also absolutely beautiful.
  29. JOE200107
    Oct 8, 2022
    9
    All songs were fantastic.The piano melody in ‘Tears on my piano’ was something that made it unique from all the other songs .The only song I have mixed feelings about is when you’re sad I’m sad but rest all are good
  30. olucasmano
    Oct 16, 2022
    7
    Charlie didn't discover the wheel or create anything innovative, but he certainly did something enjoyable.
    It's a nice pop, but it doesn't have a lot of peak moments (at least not elation). Light Switch is the best.
    The production is, as it should be, the best part. After all, he is liked for a reason.
  31. GosuGabe
    Nov 10, 2022
    8
    Much can be said of the articles about Charlie recently but there's no denying that the man is hella talented and that his latest album is his greatest yet. While the first 2 failed to be cohesive in sound, themes or quality, CHARLIE fixed them all and came through like a wrecking ball. It details the heartbreak of a failed relationship (or probably more) from every aspect. It's sad atMuch can be said of the articles about Charlie recently but there's no denying that the man is hella talented and that his latest album is his greatest yet. While the first 2 failed to be cohesive in sound, themes or quality, CHARLIE fixed them all and came through like a wrecking ball. It details the heartbreak of a failed relationship (or probably more) from every aspect. It's sad at certain points, inspiring or hopeful at others. The production is amazing and the way he's built some tracks up are impressive. Charlie Be Quiet! is proof of that, the whispering chorus turning into pop-punk with the lyrics of him wanting to be careful of talking about his feelings towards her is just perfect. It's my most played song this week.
    A really strong effort, a great pop album from beginning to end.

    Top 3+1: Charlie Be Quiet!, There A First Time For Everything, Marks On My Neck + Light Switch    … Expand
  32. PEDROMFR
    Nov 27, 2022
    7
    So this album is definetely better than its predecessor, but, is it awesome? No. Every song has a lot of potential in its production but then they always miss something - only "Light Switch" makes an exception. It's pitty that Puth - such a talented singer and producer - hasn´t a great album in his catalogue yet.
  33. murilo_no
    Oct 7, 2022
    8
    Charlie takes all he passed from 2019 and fits into a pop (slightly generic, though) perfection album.
    With memorable melodies, lyrics that spells pain, a top tier production and amazing cohesiveness this album is surely his best. For last, it's valid to highlight how he passes by all 4 stages of grief - denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance - in the 12 tracks, making    Charlie takes all he passed from 2019 and fits into a pop (slightly generic, though) perfection album.
    With memorable melodies, lyrics that spells pain, a top tier production and amazing cohesiveness this album is surely his best. For last, it's valid to highlight how he passes by all 4 stages of grief - denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance - in the 12 tracks, making everything even more remarkable    … Expand
  34. barbaraiavazzo
    Oct 8, 2022
    10
    Escutar essas 12 faixas é uma experiência que te faz sentir MUITAS coisas. Álbum impecável, o Charlie se superou e trouxe o pop em seu melhor estado mais uma vez, mas agora com mais autenticidade.
  35. Huyen96
    Oct 8, 2022
    10
    Following Charlie Puth's journey since 2015 has been a humbling and beautiful sight. I loved seeing him grow as an artist and as a person. The album CHARLIE came about during the pandemic and he was able to utilize the virtual audience of TikTok to give his fans snippets of what he's working on. I think that's genius because no artist has ever really done that before. He shares everythingFollowing Charlie Puth's journey since 2015 has been a humbling and beautiful sight. I loved seeing him grow as an artist and as a person. The album CHARLIE came about during the pandemic and he was able to utilize the virtual audience of TikTok to give his fans snippets of what he's working on. I think that's genius because no artist has ever really done that before. He shares everything and wants us to feel like we came along this path with him! He is a musician with incredible intellect and knows his craft so well. These may be just hyper-pop songs to the average listener, but to musical producers and those willing to hear him tell his story, these songs define his life and what he experienced. I was watching his interviews and one commonality in most of these songs is that he tried to combine the "ugly" sounds with the "beautiful" ones to melodically and symbolically describe what he went through. Charlie is the kind of artist who genuinely takes it to heart and wants us all to relate to some shape or form of his work. I'm usually a major fan of his soft, slow ballads because let's admit, the man has a gorgeous and angelic voice... BUT I ended up loving every song on this album anyways since (1) I'm a huge fan and (2) these songs are really catchy to head bop to, esp. in the car! Dear Charlie Puth, THANK YOU for being vulnerable and real with us. Wishing you great success as always. We love you!… Expand
  36. Gautama
    Oct 9, 2022
    10
    You can see the evolution in all the aspects of his musical genius in this album, be it the lyrics, production, ingenuity and creativity since his first album. Really loved it! Excited to see his next step in the world of musicality!
  37. JazzArae
    Oct 9, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album is such a masterpiece. Everything from the beginning to the end is full amazing complexity. It's the perfect album to start off Charlie's new Era of being himself. People who don't like this album are just jealous and need some proper taste. It exceeded all of my expectations and I'm so proud of him. GO STREAM!!!!… Expand
  38. Ellieloveschar
    Oct 9, 2022
    10
    Charlie’s really one with music and I’m so glad I’ve followed him on his journey!! The songwriting and mixing is impeccable! I’m in awe of Charlie. Love It!!!! You can tell that he put his whole heart and soul into this and it feels so real because it is! It’s very relatable and I can’t put into words how much I love it. Haven’t been able to stop listening to it since it was released! HugeCharlie’s really one with music and I’m so glad I’ve followed him on his journey!! The songwriting and mixing is impeccable! I’m in awe of Charlie. Love It!!!! You can tell that he put his whole heart and soul into this and it feels so real because it is! It’s very relatable and I can’t put into words how much I love it. Haven’t been able to stop listening to it since it was released! Huge fun of yours, Thank you Charlie! It definitely was worth waiting for.… Expand
  39. Marcus98
    Oct 9, 2022
    10
    One of his best albums yet. Voicenotes is one of my favorite albums and I'm glad Charlie Puth made another great work of art. Definitely something I can relisten to again and again.
  40. JuliaWangler
    Oct 10, 2022
    10
    No skips and a very beautiful story from track 1 to 12, very relatable. Even though we heard snippets of most of the album tracks before, it was like a first listen! I really liked his experiments mit different sounds on this one.
  41. mocj
    Oct 10, 2022
    9
    It's good. It sounds catchy and interesting. But the lyrics still need to be improved.
  42. skeLPCgamez
    Oct 12, 2022
    9
    It may not be musically complex as VoiceNotes, but it definitely reaches those same highs on a relate-ability and lyrical level. Getting the minor nitpicks aside first, some corny and repetitive lyrics. I only somewhat dislike two songs (FTFE & MOMN) and while they production-wise are banging, it felt a bit half-baked and the vocals are a lil' egregious on those records. That's all for theIt may not be musically complex as VoiceNotes, but it definitely reaches those same highs on a relate-ability and lyrical level. Getting the minor nitpicks aside first, some corny and repetitive lyrics. I only somewhat dislike two songs (FTFE & MOMN) and while they production-wise are banging, it felt a bit half-baked and the vocals are a lil' egregious on those records. That's all for the negatives though.

    Listening to the whole album from start to finish after a year of being teased through the TikTok Snippets have changed the way I view this album as it should, a whole body of work. Sonically it is one of his best ones to date too alongside VoiceNotes. That album had multiple stories grouped into one, but this one is a emotional yet fun roller-coaster from start to finish. Beginning with That's Hilarious, to set the tone of the album and ending with No More Drama, showcases where he is now in life. It's pure pop, but it's fun and upbeat. The use of the iconic juno-synths and fast tempo drums and percussive elements are what make it so CHARLIE. Lyrically, his songwriting this time around really has improved and he thought out well on how to reel in the listener.

    Very excited for the future of this pop musical genius.    … Expand
  43. CEEg
    Oct 31, 2022
    3
    I see many 10/10 but those are all comments made by stans, not by real listeners.

    I see many people have the same reaction as I did. So I figured I’d post my review. I’m very straightforward, no hate here. I give this album a 3/10 -- A wasted potential. Why? The album is not the best one I've listened to. Lyrics are definitely common, easy to understand but they lack depth,    I see many 10/10 but those are all comments made by stans, not by real listeners.

    I see many people have the same reaction as I did. So I figured I’d post my review. I’m very straightforward, no hate here.

    I give this album a 3/10 -- A wasted potential. Why?

    The album is not the best one I've listened to. Lyrics are definitely common, easy to understand but they lack depth, storytelling, and emotion. I assume it’s because the singer isn’t interested or is afraid to give too much of themselves. I don’t know the real reason but it definitely affected the whole vibe of the final product imo. By his whole "This is the most me" marketing I was expecting deeper lyrics, lyrics that aren't all about him losing a girl (maybe he should have named this album differently, not Charlie?), more bridges, better vocals, not 2 minute tiktok ringtones.

    Since he's often regarded as a genius, and I even took his songwriting course, obviously I was expecting more. Especially since he's proven to be better than this. Him saying in one of his interviews that "before he was only about getting that hit song out” makes no difference because this album is full of extremely short songs with little to no substance and an immense amount of autotune (THAT HE DOESN'T NEED) that's catered towards TikTok audience.

    It's not about conveying a message anymore. In my opinion, he made a mistake by taking Elton John's criticism so literally and running with it. It ruined his vibe, and his artist identity and now we have what's supposed to be a professional, well-crafted album come off amateurish. I know he can do better than this, but maybe he doesn't care.    … Expand
  44. oneofjw
    Nov 25, 2022
    10
    Its really good. Very catchy and replay able. crazy to think this all started because of **** tik tok.
  45. JCKMSV
    Mar 14, 2023
    10
    A very personal and emotional album by Charlie Puth. It is one of the rarest albums where all the songs have a wonderful climax and at least a relatively good one. The main point of this album is the connection between the listener and the singer, which can make the experience of listening to the album better and more amazing. He opened his heart and you could feel it. So good job Charlie.A very personal and emotional album by Charlie Puth. It is one of the rarest albums where all the songs have a wonderful climax and at least a relatively good one. The main point of this album is the connection between the listener and the singer, which can make the experience of listening to the album better and more amazing. He opened his heart and you could feel it. So good job Charlie. It was Charlie's best album so far. As he said his next album is going to be an album about love. Exactly the opposite of this album. Let's find out how can he make his closure to a piece of artwork.… Expand
  46. maelnerys
    Apr 19, 2023
    10
    BEST work of Charlie Puth ever, solid album, great production, not generic at all.

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Metascore
81

Universal acclaim - based on 5 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 5
  3. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. The Line of Best Fit
    Oct 7, 2022
    80
    An album that turns a sound into a physical being, CHARLIE is packed full of personality and heart.
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  2. The Telegraph (UK)
    Oct 7, 2022
    80
    While some of the songs slip into genericity, such as the forgettable There’s a First Time For Everything, others are 80s-inspired, synth-led earworms. Smells Like Me stands out as one of the album’s highlights, a masterclass in pop writing with an ultra-memorable hook.
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  3. AllMusic
    Oct 7, 2022
    80
    Charlie offers hope to both the singer and to sympathetic listeners, closing this very relatable chapter of his life with optimism hard-won through this catchy pop package.
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