Metascore
58

Mixed or average reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 6 out of 15
  2. Negative: 1 out of 15
  1. Spin
    33
    Doesn't build much on the Buffett ease and placeless island rhythms of Johnson's previous albums, but hey, ambition is for the ambitious. [Apr 2005, p.102]
User Score
8.3

Universal acclaim- based on 147 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Negative: 13 out of 147
  1. Jan 17, 2011
    10
    Stand-Out Tracks: All of them! -
    Favorite lyrics: "The wisdom's in the trees, not the glass windows.", "Our hearts are strong, our heads are
    Stand-Out Tracks: All of them! -
    Favorite lyrics: "The wisdom's in the trees, not the glass windows.", "Our hearts are strong, our heads are weak, we'll always be competing, never knowing", "If I was in your position, I'd put down all my ammunition, I'd wonder why it had taken me so long." -
    Cover art: Perfect! -
    Position with other albums: Best Jack Johnson album, with Sleep Through The Static coming in a close second -
    Overall: A very good album with no flaws. This album is very good for relaxing to, especially in the Summer.
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  2. Oct 25, 2021
    9
    Just for "Better Together" this album is a true gem! And Johnson's vocals perfectly melts with the acoustic guitar, raw and yet gentle at theJust for "Better Together" this album is a true gem! And Johnson's vocals perfectly melts with the acoustic guitar, raw and yet gentle at the same time Full Review »
  3. Apr 4, 2021
    10
    Probably my favourite album ever! I love every song on it! And would always hear it when i was growing up! JJ is easily my favourite artist ever!