Harry Styles
by Harry Styles
  • Record Label: Columbia
  • Release Date: May 12, 2017
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  1. styllegend
    Oct 11, 2019
    10
    the most incredible thing I’ve ever heard in my life!!!! it’s perfect from track 1 to track 10.
  2. madumesq
    Aug 24, 2019
    10
    two years down this album. He changed my life. harry styles is unique. if god exists he clearly manifested on earth in the form of this album.
  3. ondxrection
    Sep 18, 2019
    10
    perfeito do início ao fim, músicas de qualidade com talento sem escoro, repleto de hinos!
  4. selinxls
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    One of the best debut albums of the decade. Good writing and great melodies.
  5. melodrama94
    Dec 11, 2019
    10
    Album of The Decade. The best member to come out of his band. 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.
  6. Bri1222
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    This is a brilliant album!! He is open and expresses everything he has felt. This rocky album is a must! I will continue to constantly listen to it!
  7. emilyc
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    not a bad song on the album really outdid himself stunning album with loads of upbeat bangers too
  8. playarabella
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    a masterpiece, it was a very good surprise, one of the best album I ever listened to today, full of references and cohesion.
  9. TabataZuel
    Sep 2, 2019
    10
    I love that album. Every song is so unique, I'm so proud of him. His first album is a masterpiece and... His second album is going to be a success too and I love that
  10. sendys
    Sep 8, 2019
    10
    great. Vibrant songs, amazing songwriting and scene creation, every time I hear it, I seem to travel to another world.
  11. greedybadidea
    May 31, 2020
    9
    Harry Styles' debut solo self-titled album is one of the better types of debut records I have seen from a male artist. Each song is a lyrical piece of art and sometimes the production is too much for the songs, but the vocals are unfailing. I enjoy the length of the album because it ensures that the style doesn't become diluted and feel stale in the end. This is definitely one of the bestHarry Styles' debut solo self-titled album is one of the better types of debut records I have seen from a male artist. Each song is a lyrical piece of art and sometimes the production is too much for the songs, but the vocals are unfailing. I enjoy the length of the album because it ensures that the style doesn't become diluted and feel stale in the end. This is definitely one of the best male pop-rock albums I have ever come across.

    Album Track Ranking:
    1. Only Angel
    2. Two Ghosts
    3. Sign of the Times
    4. Sweet Creature
    5. Kiwi
    6. Carolina
    7. Ever Since New York
    8. Woman
    9. From the Dining Table
    10. Meet Me in the Hallway    … Expand
  12. GabrielDS
    Dec 3, 2019
    7
    It's definitely something quite different from what he sang in the times of one direction. The album has a clear rock influence from the eighties / nineties, with a bit of alternative and pop. It's not the best, but it's very good, we see that is what he really likes to sing and where he met, which is great for a singer, because we do much better things when we do what we like
  13. issasisa
    Dec 6, 2019
    10
    My favorite album of 2017. Such a great album with great instruments and vocals.
  14. hellscrowley
    Dec 6, 2019
    10
    perfeito, sentimental, próprio, retrospectivo, diferenciado, um dos raros suspiros de criatividade masculinq
  15. mandstyles
    Dec 7, 2019
    10
    The best album!
    The best album!
    The best album!
    The best album!
    The best album!
    The best album!
    The best album!
  16. Realdannik
    Dec 7, 2019
    10
    Melhor álbum da década. Músicas profundas e conceituais. Ele resgatou esse rock alternativo e trouxe charme.
  17. tnbhd31
    Dec 7, 2019
    10
    Even after all this time I find myself listening to this album. Since it is a debut album, he managed to create beautiful melodies and some meaningful lyrics.
  18. gabymuni
    Dec 13, 2019
    10
    um álbum que mostrou bem o talento de harry styles com suas composições maravilhosas e ritmos contagiantes
  19. onlysmedicine
    Dec 9, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A very special album with no bad songs only less favourites that really come alive durign his concert… Expand
  20. Ninalmg
    Dec 10, 2019
    10
    It’s so good ! He has really found his sound. Can’t wait for Fine Line next Friday.
  21. Alnadee
    Dec 11, 2019
    10
    Great album thoroughly enjoyed it, very nice seeing a 24 year old musician coming of a bland boyband doing something like this ,admirable!
  22. maryourbaby
    Dec 11, 2019
    10
    the album is amazing, harry as a person is amazing. it is what it is. and he made a huge thing for us. it is beatful and honest
  23. AnkitaV
    Dec 11, 2019
    9
    With a sense of all blended spices every song on this album it makes sense and most importantly vibe along with good energy and slight rays of hope as the narrative continues. For the Debut it's pretty far reaching there Harry's seeing his ranges of artistry. This album grows on you.
  24. Lizsangela
    Dec 11, 2019
    10
    Eu amo esse álbum, Harry simplismente perfeito, coesão, conceito e aclamação!!!!
  25. houisangel
    Dec 12, 2019
    10
    ai sinceramente o album eh perfeito n tem defeito nenhum simplesmente a coisa mais linda que eu ja ouvi em toda minha vida desde da primeira track ate a ultima esse album eh perfeito e quem falar o contrário ta mentindo
  26. kritikarao
    Dec 13, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Love the album! His vocals are amazing. Grammy coming for her she deserves it. Instrumental and details are gorgeous! Perfect WHOLE album… Expand
  27. aiaiaiaiaiaiaa
    Dec 13, 2019
    10
    i love this album so so so much. sign of the times is so poethic and strong, this song gave me goosebumps
  28. sunflowersnana
    Dec 13, 2019
    10
    the first baby of my baby.... i simply love it so much. there is so much of him here and i don’t think he could have done better than this. perfect for his debut
  29. Alma2397
    Dec 13, 2019
    10
    Iconic album still listen to it. Now after his amazing second album came out, its amazing to listen to the debu again
  30. boyana
    Dec 13, 2019
    10
    I loved it. Especially SOTT and Kiwi, those are the standouts for me. Also Meet me in the Hallway is such a great opener.
  31. RoseV
    Dec 15, 2019
    10
    Brilliant. An album for a lifetime. And sign of the times is a masterpiece.
  32. RegiaSheffer
    Dec 17, 2019
    10
    Beautifully done! Sign of the time is definitely song of year if not of the decade. No skips for me.
  33. dmaldonado91
    Dec 18, 2019
    10
    you can feel happy and sad, the composition between melody and lyrics is just perfect
  34. Lena_88
    May 26, 2022
    10
    It’s a warm album. Sign of the Times is exceptional. A great mixture of well-crafted songs
  35. lavillanell
    Dec 22, 2019
    10
    yes king !!!!! the best album of 2019 PERIOD !!! KING **** !!!!!! harry legend
  36. LuciaF
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    A very fresh pop kinda rockish album that you can’t find in mainstream artists nowadays. Very cohesive pice of work with a great display of vocal abilities.
  37. laterina
    Mar 27, 2020
    10
    In matter of debut albums, Harry's and Billie Eilish's are the best ones out there. Great album, it simply aged like the finest wine.
  38. Caaaro
    Dec 24, 2019
    10
    A piece of Harry's heart, sad and beautiful. Has amazing lyrics and sounds, he really challenge himself on trying new genders and sounds.
  39. iesharuby
    Dec 24, 2019
    10
    Such a great intro album as a transition into the music he wants to be creating. Worth the listen, full of highs and lows of emotions, bops galore. Highly recommend.
  40. rpp1982
    Dec 24, 2019
    10
    This body of work was truly exciting to listen to. It satisfied my love of electric guitar solos, confident vocals rich in timbre, and rhythm and bass that I can groove to. Mr. Styles' range and sensitivity is utterly impressive.
  41. showsyd
    Dec 24, 2019
    10
    best album of 2019 wbk liam stans **** off or ill eat ur homophobic man.. anyways go stream fine line❤️ Kisses
  42. jul4452
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    THE BEST ALBUM EVER, love every single song and cant wait for tour! what a legend!!
  43. simonedriessen
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    Such an amazing debut album. I’ve been to 10 of his concerts of him performing this live and they were the best weeks of my life
  44. Dsriley
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    It was a life changing experience for me. Truly changed my entire year and life for the better!!
  45. Lariwo
    May 29, 2020
    8
    Um excelente trabalho para desvincular a imagem de Harry Styles como garoto de boy band.
    Sonoridade com influências perceptíveis de rock britânico e vocais surpreendentes.
  46. Isabelasousaa
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    It's my favorite album so far, it's cohesive, has a lot of emotions on the metaphor in the lyrics and this vibe so different from the music mainstream nowadays. Sounds very unique (even with the clearly influences on it) and has a such powerful music and timeless as Sign of The Times, beautiful lyrics and the way he explores melody mixed with the lyrics creating an environment full of hopeIt's my favorite album so far, it's cohesive, has a lot of emotions on the metaphor in the lyrics and this vibe so different from the music mainstream nowadays. Sounds very unique (even with the clearly influences on it) and has a such powerful music and timeless as Sign of The Times, beautiful lyrics and the way he explores melody mixed with the lyrics creating an environment full of hope and sadness at the same time in From the Dining Table makes it even more good!
    The way I felt hearing this album I have never felt before. I love every single details of it!    … Expand
  47. annazxx
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    best debut album of the decade!!!!!!!!!! couldn’t be more proud. harry youre the best
  48. styles321
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    Talented, brilliant, incredible, amazing, show stopping, spectacular, never the same, totally unique, completely not ever been done before
  49. privatestuffh
    Dec 25, 2019
    10
    I haven’t stopped listening to it since it’s release over two years ago.
  50. Ellieee
    Dec 27, 2019
    10
    This album will always be close to my heart! Every song tells a different story and yet they fit together perfectly!
  51. Astridmalver
    Dec 26, 2019
    10
    this album has done so much for me. there’s something special about it. it’s a perfect album.
  52. Avipilane15
    May 20, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Best album my ears and mind are blessed after listening to this masterpiece… Expand
  53. user5537
    Dec 26, 2019
    10
    Amazing album
  54. Ajo94
    Dec 26, 2019
    10
    Such a refreshing album. Not your generic pop that you’d hear on the radio. You can tell he enjoys the music he makes.
  55. NickSierra
    Dec 30, 2019
    8
    A great beginning for the ex one direction frontman. The sound engineering is the best part of the whole LP that make it sounds more alternative and indie even if it’s still a good poprock job.
  56. Giadah
    Jan 10, 2020
    10
    Amazing album, his voice is perfect, the songs are perfect, BRILLIANT, congrats boy!
  57. Pentamikk
    May 31, 2022
    7
    it's been a few years and i only listen to sign of the times, only angel and carolina. It's a great debut tho!
  58. Walls
    Jan 25, 2020
    10
    This is such a good album!! All songs are amazing!! Great job. This is actually one of my favorite albums.
  59. DriaWoods
    Jan 27, 2020
    8
    Because of an album like FOUR from One Direction, I didn’t like HS1 from the first listen. It gave me FOUR vibes but I had to listen to it a couple times to understand the differences between the two albums. The rocky songs I loved from the jump along with ballads like Sign Of The Times. But the others needed more listens and by now, I love the whole album. It’s beautifully written, veryBecause of an album like FOUR from One Direction, I didn’t like HS1 from the first listen. It gave me FOUR vibes but I had to listen to it a couple times to understand the differences between the two albums. The rocky songs I loved from the jump along with ballads like Sign Of The Times. But the others needed more listens and by now, I love the whole album. It’s beautifully written, very mature, and vocally amazing. Harry did a good job with his debut.… Expand
  60. xxli
    Jan 30, 2020
    10
    O album tem um som vintage e navega por entre diferentes estilos musicais, incluindo muito folk e rock. Claramente podemos ver que ele pegou muitos artistas do rock clássico como inspiração mas isso não torna o album menos original. Em questão de letras podemos ver que Styles usou muita construção de cenário, fazendo nos, inconcientemente, imaginar a cena exatamente como ele queria.O album tem um som vintage e navega por entre diferentes estilos musicais, incluindo muito folk e rock. Claramente podemos ver que ele pegou muitos artistas do rock clássico como inspiração mas isso não torna o album menos original. Em questão de letras podemos ver que Styles usou muita construção de cenário, fazendo nos, inconcientemente, imaginar a cena exatamente como ele queria. Podemos, por esse album ver a evolução de um "simples" menino de uma boy band para um astro do rock, que trás sons orgânicos e desconhecidos na indústria musical atual
    .    … Expand
  61. elist91
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    This album is amazing, it's sounds perfect and has beautiful songs on it. Harry is an incredible artist for this generation.
  62. MarianaMattza
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    This album got me surprised in many ways. The first single "sign of the times", made me have another point of view about him, in the post one direction hiatus context. This album reminds me the 80s rock, and it feels like he was born for it. He's a superstar.
  63. reflexosdalua
    Mar 21, 2021
    10
    perfect. perfect. perfect. perfect. perfect. perfect. perfect. perfect. perfect.
  64. MrsSigyn
    Jan 31, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A magnificent album, with wonderful songs and which in turn has lyrics. Carolina, Sweet Creature and Woman are the best songs and we can be sure of that! The half pop and half rock footprint makes everything even more perfect. A truly splendid album!… Expand
  65. cipriano
    Feb 6, 2020
    8
    Risky you came from a totally pop boy-band and release a debut rock/country album. And that for Harry Styles couldn't have worked better, the results of all aspects that came out of it were fruitful. The vocals are spectacular, and their compositions people, is obviously one of the best things to highlight in this album. Art is also probably one of the most beautiful works of art on theRisky you came from a totally pop boy-band and release a debut rock/country album. And that for Harry Styles couldn't have worked better, the results of all aspects that came out of it were fruitful. The vocals are spectacular, and their compositions people, is obviously one of the best things to highlight in this album. Art is also probably one of the most beautiful works of art on the album this year.… Expand
  66. katie_koubik
    Feb 5, 2020
    10
    GREAT album, enjoyed every single second of it. haven’t heard anything like that in years before. harry makes the music industry better, no doubt.
  67. Danimiller234
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    Exceeds expectations! Harry is clearly the breakout star of 1d and the one who will be making a name for himself as an icon. The Beyonce of 1d has shown himself!
  68. Fatimeta
    Feb 6, 2020
    10
    What can I say? This is already classics! Thanks for existing, Mr. Harry F*cking Styles!!!
  69. KHgB88
    Feb 8, 2020
    9
    Even though I like this album because of the rock influence, i think it was a little of a mix. But other than that it's a great album with good music
  70. Gabrielasotoo
    Feb 8, 2020
    10
    Love it really good very sentimental and some really spunky songs like Kiwi Only angel woman or Carolina
  71. Brinatowers
    Feb 17, 2020
    10
    It is definitely my favorite album ever, although I live and love fine line, this will always be the one.
  72. larrx
    Feb 27, 2020
    10
    album perfeito, emocionante e com conceito parabéns harry agora o pop/rock depende de voce
  73. musicgenius_00
    Mar 25, 2020
    8
    I respect Harry Styles so much after hearing this album, which was his first. I think it's a pretty good album with an exception of two songs I didn't really like. Awesome lyrics but some rhythms and the music is pretty basic.
  74. Harrystyles2
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jdsssssssssssshdhddhdjdhdjdbdbbdjdjdhdbdhdhfhfjfhfjfjfjfjfjfjfjfjfjfjf Verry gooosd… Expand
  75. nicolesolive
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    most talented human being on earth i said qhat i said and i’m totally right
  76. malugarcia
    Mar 27, 2020
    10
    ta perfeito porr4 uma obra de arte e eh um debut aindaaa, harry styles faz TUDO
  77. ViniciusPacific
    Mar 27, 2020
    10
    This album is a wonderful start for a solo career. Harry shows brightly how talented he are and how far can he go in the future. Sign of the times particularly is such an epic song, so perfectly composed and From the dining table is a perfect composition to show the sadness after a break up! Keep an eye on this guy... he’s going to win even more things in the future!
  78. Thrssl
    Mar 29, 2020
    10
    This album is literally Harry Styles experimenting his solo career, everything in this album screams the oldies good classics. Is a masterpiece.
  79. alebordon
    Apr 2, 2020
    10
    Harry Styles is an album so we'll done with incredible vocalists and musicians all around. Perfect album.
  80. Preste
    Apr 24, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Achei o álbum mt bom, um álbum estilo folk, passa uma vibe The Beatles recomendo escutar n conhecia esse menino, tem muito talento. Hrdhfddttyuuiuffytfu… Expand
  81. Beatrizzzz
    May 14, 2020
    10
    Really good, i love it!! I think it's really diferent that he used to do in one direction, but it's diferent in a good way!!
  82. Victoria2004
    Jun 6, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This album has all the right instrumentals and many different beats. The songs Only angel and two ghosts have extremely different sounds, but for me personally, it all makes sense because there’s a story to this album. Harry really worked hard to put this all together. Many of the songs on this album are perfect for a road trip, which I personally enjoy.… Expand
  83. makenalevy
    Jul 12, 2020
    9
    Sign of the Times is a MASTERPIECE. That on its own deserves to pull up the score. Kiwi, Woman, and Only Angel are phenomenal and they were practically made to be played live. This was his debut solo album and he differentiated himself from his typical One Direction pop. Obviously, he wasn't going to do an entire 180, but for the position he was in and the years he was in One Direction,Sign of the Times is a MASTERPIECE. That on its own deserves to pull up the score. Kiwi, Woman, and Only Angel are phenomenal and they were practically made to be played live. This was his debut solo album and he differentiated himself from his typical One Direction pop. Obviously, he wasn't going to do an entire 180, but for the position he was in and the years he was in One Direction, this album was revolutionary for him. It led him into making the INCREDIBLE music he makes now. I don't take criticism.… Expand
  84. ruewrld
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    Such a great album, no skips at all, you’ll want to listen to every song. Harry Styles is a very talented artist, and I’m glad the public is finally starting to see that.
  85. Fra101
    Nov 30, 2020
    8
    Harry's first album is good. Nice lyrics, amazing vocals. It's personal but with universal themes.
  86. Lizarosa
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Como álbum de estreia do Harry, vejo um álbum maduro, deixando a imagem de apenas um integrante de uma boyband, a potência vocal é bastante explorada nas faixas Sweet creature e sign of the time, pulando pro rock em only angel e kiwi e ate as mais melancólicas como from the dining table e meet me in the hallway, boas letras e bons sons.
  87. luckytlerr
    Jul 30, 2020
    10
    we stan, this album is amazing not like that **** of melodrama. harry deserves the world and one direction should get back together cause we stan all the 1D members
  88. Cacaia
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    Amazing experience, you can feel the emotions as you listen to the songs. Really pure and simple album, but expressive and sensible.
  89. nalulies
    Aug 12, 2020
    10
    It's amazing. A work crafted with love that makes me feel good every time I listen. MMITH and FTDT are my favorites.
  90. Jcarlosdesouza3
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. hs1 is a simply incredible album, with a sad and romantic sound. hs1 has a sound that refers to “big” names in the song. This album is a work of art from start to finish ❤️❤️❤️✨… Expand
  91. MaraStone180
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Hey harry i just want u to know that i would love to have a threesome with u and Shawn Mendes
  92. EvaCobo
    Aug 28, 2020
    10
    Very diverse album. Harry can go from ballads to hard rock on the same album and nail both. Very proud.
  93. sharonhanks
    Sep 20, 2020
    10
    Love this album! What an amazing introduction to Harry Styles solo music. It's clear Styles has been heavily influenced by legendary musicians and bands like Elton John, the Rolling Stones, and Pink Floyd and and ultivated his own unique aesthetic. Not many male musicians today are doing it like him!
  94. luciaaasmith
    Sep 27, 2020
    10
    After listening to Fine Line, Harry Styles’s sophomore album, I had to check this one out and I wasn’t disappointed! The artist Harry has become is amazing and very interesting.
  95. ncoutinho
    Oct 18, 2020
    10
    sou completamente cadela desse álbum, harry styles faz absolutamente tudo sempre
  96. aliceacalado
    Oct 28, 2020
    10
    melhor álbum do mundoooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo
  97. Yahair
    Oct 30, 2020
    10
    Brillante, talentoso y verdaderamente creativo se nota que Styles quiere dejar atrás sus años de chico boyband
  98. gobbii
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    Harry Styles' debut album is a literal masterpiece, its the perfect mixture of pop and rock
  99. Random1
    Jan 15, 2021
    10
    A great album............................................................

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  100. honestlyblunt
    Jan 16, 2021
    10
    really good, so soothing his voice, the middle tracks of the album are the most interesting, only angel is the most good track imo, it is lyricaly inspiring as well.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 24
  3. Negative: 1 out of 24
  1. Q Magazine
    Jun 6, 2017
    60
    Despite Styles' self-conscious references, his debut avoids indulgence. [Aug 2017, p.110]
  2. The Line of Best Fit
    May 23, 2017
    80
    Ultimately Harry Styles feels comfortable and readily worn-in.
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  3. Consequence
    May 18, 2017
    58
    The missteps don’t detract too much from this ambitious, if slightly unfocused, debut.
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