Clarity
by Kim Petras
  • Record Label: BunHead
  • Release Date: Jun 28, 2019
User Score
8.7

Universal acclaim- based on 167 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 152 out of 167
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 167
  3. Negative: 13 out of 167
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  1. Desknor
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    Bop after bop! Kim Petras is a gem that we're unworthy of. The banger ICY hits so hard!
  2. Het_Campo
    Sep 18, 2019
    7
    Even tough "Turn Off the Lights, pt. 1" is 100 times better and more cohesive than this, it is still a good album.
  3. Evic21
    Jul 18, 2019
    9
    Clarity is a stunning album that makes you want to dance, sing and maybe even shed a tear. Petras has never been so sure of herself and isn't afraid to do her own thing. Clarity is a refreshing pop album that we need right now.
  4. MaroKauil
    Aug 9, 2019
    9
    This is the the album that saves the Pop Industry (at least this year). Is fresh, powerful and strong. The lyrics are personal and the sound is the perfect mix between Pop and R&B. It's (almost) perfection.
  5. wales7388
    Mar 20, 2021
    5
    very mixed. half the album is completely filler and i'm a bit disappointed considering i was so impressed with turn off the light vol. 1 at the time.
  6. prestonhung
    Aug 4, 2019
    7
    Overall, I think this is a solid album for Petras....................woo ah
  7. PetraAngel
    Aug 26, 2019
    10
    Tell all mindless fan of bubblegum trash to listen to this life-worthy treasure!
  8. effecktx
    Jul 7, 2019
    10
    For this one I must confess I was VERY eager to listen. The project of releasing several tracks from the album over time to the release never seemed so right and smart. With each released track I was more captivated by the essence of Kim, her voice, the sonority of songs that seemed more and more cohesive, just enthralling! And all this delivered by a so young girl, very proud! I have toFor this one I must confess I was VERY eager to listen. The project of releasing several tracks from the album over time to the release never seemed so right and smart. With each released track I was more captivated by the essence of Kim, her voice, the sonority of songs that seemed more and more cohesive, just enthralling! And all this delivered by a so young girl, very proud! I have to say that I've never been so surprised by a European talent since Robyn! I hope she continues to launch a body of work as good as this far from her career.… Expand
  9. nemanjavesin
    Jul 11, 2019
    10
    One of the best albums released so far this year! Every song is so fresh and catchy, you will listen to it on repeat for months to come!
  10. sadashel
    Oct 1, 2019
    10
    omg i love this so much. we stan a legendary icon of music
  11. Mauve
    Sep 2, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Here’s how much I enjoyed each track!
    1. Got My Number 9.5
    2. Icy 9.5
    3. Do Me 9.5
    4. Personal Hell 9.5
    5. Sweet Spot 9
    6. Meet The Parents 9
    7. All I Do Is Cry 9
    8. Clarity 9
    9. Another One 8.5
    10. Shinin’ 8
    11. Broken 8
    12. Blow It All 8

    Clarity may not be for you if you’re looking for something new that’s never been done before. However, that doesn’t take away from how Kim does some of the best, most flavorful pop out there. I found the quality to be very consistent, and the sound and themes coherent. I’ve been listening again and again since release! While the production is great, I would like to see her cut ties with Dr. Luke in the future. She doesn’t need his baggage as an ab*ser weighing down her image and shouldn’t support him. I only mention this because not everyone can separate art from artist. For some, music can make them feel a connection with the artist. I lean more that way, so I feel a lot better appreciating music from artists without too much controversy. Regardless, I wish her the best moving forward and look forward to more great music!    … Expand
  12. JonatasJs
    Jul 3, 2019
    8
    Amazing songs that make you want to dance, have fun and live, the beats are very good and it brings a modern but still with a classic vibe pop music, the world should listen and value Clarity.
  13. xyzadrian
    Jul 3, 2019
    10
    The whole album sounds like remastered 2011's biggest pop hits. It's nostalgic but actual.
  14. emersongmss
    Jul 4, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. perfect omggggg i’m so **** obsessed with this album!!!!! kim deserves better… Expand
  15. nashhh
    Jul 8, 2019
    10
    When Kim released Broken, I didn't really care much for her new music but I enjoyed it anyways. I didn't expect her to release 2 tracks every week. She really spoiled us with these songs. The perfect combination of pop, hip hop and trap was made within this mixtape. Im really proud of kim as she has come really far and made "era 2" my favourite era of her.
  16. JelloNeville
    Jul 8, 2019
    10
    Kim Petras successfully combines retro-inspired dance-pop and modern trap beats into an album that not only shows her versatility as an artist. Songs like "Sweet Spot" and "Personal Hell" bring her back to her previous EP "Turn Of The Light" with electronic beats and powerhouse vocals, while "All I Do Is Cry" and "Broken" transform the singer into a modern downbeat trap pop vocalist. SheKim Petras successfully combines retro-inspired dance-pop and modern trap beats into an album that not only shows her versatility as an artist. Songs like "Sweet Spot" and "Personal Hell" bring her back to her previous EP "Turn Of The Light" with electronic beats and powerhouse vocals, while "All I Do Is Cry" and "Broken" transform the singer into a modern downbeat trap pop vocalist. She really pulls through on all of the tracks on this EP.… Expand
  17. welerreis
    Dec 6, 2019
    10
    Pop perfection, Kim Petras é minha mais nova e melhor descoberta de 2019!!!
  18. duarte_viegas
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    I freaking love it! one of her best albuns tbh, i already started crying in the first song
  19. hxns
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Clarity by Kim Petras is the album of the year. It is a masterpiece of pop and deserves much more recognition.… Expand
  20. lennoxxx
    Sep 14, 2019
    8
    I adore Kim Petras. This mixtape was fun and had some great tracks. I do think it lacked cohesion and had a couple weaker points, but Kim is a great writer and vocalist. Even though it could be stronger, it was a great introduction for what's to come. Woo-ah.
  21. csjr18
    Nov 5, 2019
    9
    Nothing revolutionary, but pure pop perfection nonetheless. Every song is catchy and meticulously crafted to make the listener feel immediately hooked.
  22. guikim13
    Jan 14, 2020
    10
    ALBUM PERFEITO SEM DEFEITOS MELHOR ÁLBUM FEMININO DE TODOS JUNTO COM O DEDICATED AMO DEMAIS
  23. Criticbitc
    Mar 2, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Perfeito, é lindo ver uma artista trans se mostrar tão talentosa na nossa sociedade.… Expand
  24. xoGabexo
    Jun 2, 2023
    0
    Generic, basic, boring. That’s all. Not even Dr. puke
  25. Sardor_Bright
    Sep 26, 2020
    10
    One of the best pop albums of all time. You can have a good time while you listen. I absolutely love this album forever and ever.
  26. Prismresilient
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    um dos melhores álbuns q já ouvi, músicas destaque: icy, all i do is cry, shinin', another one
  27. alex_rm
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Kim made this record and is pure gold,glitter and rainbow I'll just say one word Queen
  28. nikris
    Oct 18, 2020
    10
    i love this album so much, i love Kim. She is amazing,The best album in 2k19

Awards & Rankings

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#82 Best Album of 2019
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#50 Most Discussed Album of 2019

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Metascore
83

Universal acclaim - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. DIY Magazine
    Aug 8, 2019
    80
    With a buoyant and self-aware use of slang that will have you opening up Urban Dictionary, paired with the one-track-per-week release schedule and the songs to back it up, Kim proves herself to be a true millennial pop princess in waiting.
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  2. The New York Times
    Jul 10, 2019
    100
    The outstanding “Clarity” is her first full-length album, full of songs that are stitched so tightly and varnished so brightly that they cease to be mere pastiche and transcend into something utterly new.
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  3. Exclaim
    Jul 8, 2019
    60
    Clarity, her debut album, falls short of capturing the breadth of Petras's rarity, excluding a few crystalline moments.
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