I Am...Sasha Fierce
by Beyoncé
  • Record Label: Sony
  • Release Date: Nov 18, 2008
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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 714 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 533 out of 714
  2. Mixed: 80 out of 714
  3. Negative: 101 out of 714

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  1. AdamZ
    Dec 11, 2008
    10
    Only one bad song (video phone) the I AM side is absolute genius...These are actual quality pop/ R & B ballads.
  2. SaadiahM
    Jan 19, 2009
    8
    I Am...Sasha Fierce, while not Beyonce's best album, is an enjoyable album. The "I Am" side is a generally enjoyable disc, but can sometimes get boring. If this album is a battle between her split personalities, "Sasha Fierce" wins. To her credit, though "Ave Maria" on the I Am... is one of the best vocal performances of her career. First and Second Singles, "If I Were A Boy" and I Am...Sasha Fierce, while not Beyonce's best album, is an enjoyable album. The "I Am" side is a generally enjoyable disc, but can sometimes get boring. If this album is a battle between her split personalities, "Sasha Fierce" wins. To her credit, though "Ave Maria" on the I Am... is one of the best vocal performances of her career. First and Second Singles, "If I Were A Boy" and "Halo," are also thoroughly memorable tunes. "Smash Into You" could be a possible third single and would probably do well on pop radio. "Hello" was a slight dissapointment for me. "That's Why You're Beautiful" also was a little boring Disc Two, "Sasha Fierce" features fierce club tunes, all of which are good. First Single, "Single Ladies (Put a Ring on It)" is a certified smash and one of her most memorable tracks. Other highlights include the 80's influenced "Radio" and "Sweet Dreams" both of which would make nice singles. Second single "Diva is also and deluxe edition track "Ego" is nice. In conclusion, even though Beyonce has stated she recorded 70 songs for this album, she really didn't pick enough tracks to warrant a double album. She could have just done one disc. But, she took a risk in releasing a double-album, and sometimes risks can be good.… Expand
  3. PeterP.
    Nov 19, 2008
    10
    Beyonce broke out from her boundaries.. and she deserves credit for that.. especially by making an album this good.
  4. MaxG.
    Nov 20, 2008
    9
    I think that this album is something she put a lot of effort into because there are catchy songs all over the album. She has obviously also grown vocally.
  5. AnhN
    Dec 1, 2008
    10
    I have always been a fan of Beyoncé, and this album is the best of hers to date! This is the first Beyoncé album ever that all the good songs are fully compiled in the album. In the 2 previous albums I like some songs and don't like some, but in I Am... Sasha Fierce I have to admit that I like ALL the songs! Beside the usual "Sasha Fierce" side that she has always shown I have always been a fan of Beyoncé, and this album is the best of hers to date! This is the first Beyoncé album ever that all the good songs are fully compiled in the album. In the 2 previous albums I like some songs and don't like some, but in I Am... Sasha Fierce I have to admit that I like ALL the songs! Beside the usual "Sasha Fierce" side that she has always shown us, the Beyoncé side is really different and worth to listen. I have no comment about her alter ego or the album being splitted into 2 sides, but the whole album. For the ones who are wondering if they should buy the Standard or the Deluxe: buy the Standard if you don't have money, and download the other tracks online if you are so excited. If you decided to go for it (like I do) then Deluxe is a good choice.… Expand
  6. AdonisT.
    Nov 25, 2009
    10
    This album is amazing... Its one of the best albums Ive ever heard in my entire life... Its goes from fun and bouncy with songs like Single Ladies to soft and beautiful with a song like Halo.... Satellites would be my favorite track.. Its so real and raw.
  7. smijatov
    Aug 13, 2010
    10
    As a critic said - this album offers two compelling sides of Beyonce.
    Not only is the idea of having two utterly different albums in one, brilliant, but it also provides Beyonce with a lot of space for creativity. From the first CD, excellent ballads keep on rolling and rolling and some of them are heart-wrenching, such as 'If I were a boy' and 'Broken-Hearted Girl.' This is definitely the    As a critic said - this album offers two compelling sides of Beyonce.
    Not only is the idea of having two utterly different albums in one, brilliant, but it also provides Beyonce with a lot of space for creativity. From the first CD, excellent ballads keep on rolling and rolling and some of them are heart-wrenching, such as 'If I were a boy' and 'Broken-Hearted Girl.' This is definitely the better part of the album, and its where Beyonce shows her vocal abilities to their fullest.
    The second CD is a dance mixture with some really catchy tunes such as "Single ladies," "Sweet Dreams" and "Diva." Beyonce has definitely found herself in this album more so than in previous ones, I'd say. Definitely worth a listen or two... or for a couple of months, as I'm doing it!    … Expand
  8. darryltrini
    Jun 10, 2011
    10
    I Am... Sasha Fierce is one of the best pop/r&b albums in recent years. She is really a living legend. She has the entire package. She is one of the very few to give you vulnerability, as evident in songs like "Satellites," "Scared of Lonely," "Smash Into You," among others, and at the same time give you sassy and commanding Beyoncé, that we all love, or should I say SashaI Am... Sasha Fierce is one of the best pop/r&b albums in recent years. She is really a living legend. She has the entire package. She is one of the very few to give you vulnerability, as evident in songs like "Satellites," "Scared of Lonely," "Smash Into You," among others, and at the same time give you sassy and commanding Beyoncé, that we all love, or should I say Sasha Fierce? Overall this album is EPIC. Her best to date. Standout tracks: Halo, Smash Into You, If I Were a Boy, Single Ladies (Put a Ring On It), Sweet Dreams, Ave Maria.… Expand
  9. Plamen
    Aug 6, 2012
    10
    Really diverse and cohesive. The 'I Am...' side is filled with sensual, meaningful and emotional ballads where Beyoncé reveals all her fears and insecurities. The 'Sasha Fierce' side, which is filled with fierce uptempos, shows us the other side of Beyoncé - her alter ego Sasha Fierce.
  10. StellaL
    Dec 30, 2009
    7
    I didn't have an idea of what to expect with this album, mostly because it was my first Beyoncé album that have ever bought and I don't know what her previous albums have been like. I have heard her earlier songs and Ii think they rock. Now if you compare this album to those songs - Irreplaceable, Get Me Bodied, Crazy In Love, Naughty Girl- it falls awfully flat. If I I didn't have an idea of what to expect with this album, mostly because it was my first Beyoncé album that have ever bought and I don't know what her previous albums have been like. I have heard her earlier songs and Ii think they rock. Now if you compare this album to those songs - Irreplaceable, Get Me Bodied, Crazy In Love, Naughty Girl- it falls awfully flat. If I Were A Boy is beautiful but boring. Even Single Ladies, which is one hell of a song, can't live up to the bold and glamorous Get Me Bodied. B, you're one of the best, most hard working and honest artists out there. But next time, please go back to color photography, because the black-and-white form the photos is seeping into your songs. It took ages to get hooked to the songs on the first disc (which after MANY listens, is quite nice) and also some time to like the second disc. Overall, the album deserves it'is ten grammy noms because technically, it is flawless. But when it comes to personal taste, it was very boring.… Expand
  11. amelie
    May 26, 2009
    10
    I cant stop listening to this album, i just love it. i love smash into you and disappear on the first cd, and sweet dreams and hello on the second one.
  12. MichaelH.
    Aug 19, 2009
    10
    Exceptional. Beyonce shines through in her latest album I Am... Sasha Fierce, creating heavy ebat laden songs and moving, beautiful ballads. An album that will bring out your inner diva or hustler or calm your senses and make you take a closer look at the smaller and more beautiful moments in life.
  13. TinoT.
    Nov 20, 2008
    8
    I am one of the biggest fans of Beyonce at first the albulm was a disappointment because I hadn't expected her to bring out such songs and such sounds but once I sat down and listen to the full albulm it grew on me and Now I actually think this is her best work ever. She shows she has no boundaries esp. in I am... she reveals a side of her that is more intriguing and makes me want to I am one of the biggest fans of Beyonce at first the albulm was a disappointment because I hadn't expected her to bring out such songs and such sounds but once I sat down and listen to the full albulm it grew on me and Now I actually think this is her best work ever. She shows she has no boundaries esp. in I am... she reveals a side of her that is more intriguing and makes me want to know more… Expand
  14. PatrickM
    Dec 9, 2008
    10
    I think this album is amazing. The only reason people are knocking Beyonce is because she is at the top of her game and people love to tear someone down when they are in that position. The woman is unstoppable though. Her performance is the Single Ladies video is UNBELIEVABLE. The songs are absolutely rocking on I Am...Sasha Fierce. I think alot of the songs on B'day were a bit I think this album is amazing. The only reason people are knocking Beyonce is because she is at the top of her game and people love to tear someone down when they are in that position. The woman is unstoppable though. Her performance is the Single Ladies video is UNBELIEVABLE. The songs are absolutely rocking on I Am...Sasha Fierce. I think alot of the songs on B'day were a bit noisey and repetative and it sounds like she learned to control her vocal power to make her voice sound more beautiful. The best songs on I Am are Halo, Broken Hearted Girl and Ave Maria. On Sasha Fierce I LOVE single Ladies, Radio, Sweet Dreams and Ego. I would HIGHLY reccommend anyone buy this album and if she's performing performing near anybody PLEASE go to see her. It's the most amazing performance ever! She is a modern day legend and nobody should listen to any of the 'conspiracy theories' that are posted in other comments RE: album packaging!… Expand
  15. TYBYHT
    Jun 30, 2011
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Love this album. Definitely deserves the 16 Grammy ! Halo her best song and her vocal absolutely amazing. Single Ladies Its the best dance songs of her.… Expand
  16. survivorfan989
    Jan 6, 2013
    8
    Another solid album from Beyoncé and when combining all the editions that were released there were around 20 songs to listen to so you were bound to like some of them! There are a few duds that probably could have been left out but they are made up for by stand-outs like Sweet Dreams & Halo.
  17. LuizFelipe
    Mar 14, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. a lot of people that do not have well improved musical taste , and is giving low marks for good quality albums. I tell everyone to improve , because Beyoncé worked well in this album and you come and give these ridiculous notes , while recognizing that the work was excellent ... please ing which sold 8 million copies around the world according to the UWC… Expand
  18. cheiry4
    Jun 21, 2018
    10
    Amazing album! Love how she showed to different sides of herself with the first half ("I am...") and the second half ("Sasha Fierce"). Hopefully she brings Sasha Fierce back!!
  19. Ido
    Sep 3, 2011
    10
    Amazing album. The "I Am" side is perfect, there is no one with voice like the one she has.
    Halo is one of the most beautiful songs that I ever heard.
  20. Cazatuz
    Nov 29, 2010
    10
    UnderRated just like all Her Albums. Very few Filler, actually just Lesser Thans, not Fillers. Yes it has flaws but most of the time people are just nick picking and judging all the wrong things. Not Fair. Great Album.
  21. diogodelcistia
    Feb 4, 2015
    10
    OH MY GOD. Look at Beyoncé! The best album of the diva is I Am... Sasha Fierce. Includes Halo, If I Were A Boy, Diva, Sweet Dreams, Video Phone, Broken-Hearted Girl and Single Ladies! Is there a more perfect album then I AM SASHA FIERCE?
  22. EdijsG
    Jan 9, 2009
    9
    This is the best album she ever made, ok i don't know that for sure, but i can say, I'm not her fan and this is the first album than i ever listened by her and it brilliant, I really not into her old stuff that she did, but I love the balads in this album, just beautiful. ( sorry, english isn't my native language ) Buy tje album on i tunes or in Japan if you can, because This is the best album she ever made, ok i don't know that for sure, but i can say, I'm not her fan and this is the first album than i ever listened by her and it brilliant, I really not into her old stuff that she did, but I love the balads in this album, just beautiful. ( sorry, english isn't my native language ) Buy tje album on i tunes or in Japan if you can, because there is one amazing song - save the hero.… Expand
  23. allie
    Mar 1, 2009
    10
    I had this album as a birthday present. i was not a beyonce's fan but i have to say that this album is amazing!! i didn't know she could sing like that.
  24. emilia
    Jun 4, 2009
    10
    Just love it! i like the concept. its good that she is showing more of who she is.
  25. Alain
    Jun 4, 2009
    10
    Some people wonder why she is so successful, well just listen to this album and you'll understand, absolutely beautiful!
  26. AlexS
    Oct 2, 2009
    10
    This Album is awesome. Her most successful yet. She has nearly released every song on this album!
  27. NicciR
    Jan 27, 2009
    8
    Another great album from Mrs. Bey. Halo is definitely one of my favorites!
  28. gaaea
    Apr 1, 2009
    10
    Love this song!! the whole album!!
  29. RachelR
    Apr 11, 2009
    10
    Savage album I never liked beyonces music until I heard it the best song in the album is sweet dreams.
  30. marianne
    Apr 26, 2009
    10
    My favorite album! love all the songs, especially on the sasha fierce cd. im glad she came back with such a beautiful album!
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62

Generally favorable reviews - based on 24 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 12 out of 24
  3. Negative: 2 out of 24
  1. Los Angeles Times
    Mar 8, 2011
    70
    She's not there yet, but the effort is fascinating, and hopefully she will keep on this path.
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  2. Sputnikmusic
    Mar 2, 2011
    50
    While an interesting concept, neither CD contains enough strong material to match up to either of her previous releases, and at times, the constant barrage of R&B cliches and adult-contemporary production make it sound like Beyonce is rapidly transforming from hot, hip pop goddess to your standard bored diva.
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  3. Entertainment Weekly
    83
    I Am...Sasha Fierce does offer two compelling sides of the singer.
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